Building Requirements

Building Codes

All Federal, State and local requirements are applicable to projects constructed within the City's jurisdiction whether specifically listed or not. The City of Jacksboro, Texas has adopted the following codes and/or standards regulating building construction.

• 2015 Edition of the International Building Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Fire Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Fuel Gas Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Electrical Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Mechanical Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Plumbing Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Residential Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Energy Conservation Code
• 2015 Edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code
• 2015 Edition of the National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code

Building Permits

Before a building permit will be approved, all plans and documents related to the permit application MUST be approved by the Zoning Department, Code Department, Fire Department and Building Department.

No construction on a project may begin before a permit is obtained. Permit fee will double if work begins prior to obtaining a permit, and may be fined any sum not to exceed $2,000.00.

All permits MUST be prominently posted at site for the entire duration of the project.

Contractor Registration

ALL Contractors performing work within the City of Jacksboro jurisdiction must be registered with the City and provide proof of commercial general liability insurance for claims of property damage or bodily injury.

Contractor License & Registration Form

Permit Applications

Building Project Permit

Burn Permit

Commercial Certificate of Occupancy

Electrical Permit

Fence Permit

Garage Sale Permit

Mechanical Permit
 
Plumbing Permit
 
Sign Permit
 

Inspections

Please contact City Hall at 940-567-6321 for permit information.

To schedule an inspection call City Hall at 940-567-6321.