A Building Permit is required for any
alternation or construction work.
Before a building permit will be issued the City of Mount Vernon must approve all plans and documents related to the permit application.
All Contractors performing work within the City of Mount Vernon's jurisdiction must be registered with the City and provide proof of commercial general liability insurance for claims of property damage or bodily injury.
Any structural change within the City of Mount Vernon will require a building permit.
Permit Submittal
The permit documents and fees will be submitted to the City. Submittal documents should be complete to expedite plan review and permit issuance.
Plan Review
The City of Mount Vernon will be conducting residential and commercial plan reviews. The City of Mount Vernon will contact the applicant if revisions are needed. You may contact The City of Mount Vernon Building Inspector for the status of your permit at (903)537-2252 or (903)588-4525.
Inspection Requests
Please contact the City of Mount Vernon to request inspections. Our Building Inspector can assist you.
City Hall (903-537-2252
Inspection (903)588-4525
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Building Permits and Inspections |
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| Residential Permit Application-Individual projects such as: Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and Roofs |
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| Commercial Permit Application-Individual projects such as: Plumbing, Electrical Mechanical and Roofs |
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| New Commercial Building Permit Packet-includes remodel/addition information |
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| New Residential Building Permit Packet |
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| Residential Remodel/Addition Permit Application |
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| Residential Accessory Building Permit |
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| Sign Ordinance |
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| Fence Permit |
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| Residential Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs Permit |
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| Burn Permit |
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| Demolition Permit Application |
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| Permit Fees |
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| Facade Ordinance |
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| Design Guidelines for Historic Residential Districts |
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| Design Guidelines for Historic Commercial Districts |
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| Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation |
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