Electrical, Plumbing, & HVAC Standalone (Trade) Permits
This page is intended for contractors seeking to modify mechanical, electrical or plumbing systems that are not part of larger project such as a remodel, or new build. To register as a contractor, click here.
If you are a homeowner, please refer to the Homeowner page for information.
Residential Standalone
Create an account and/or log in to our Permit Portal (online permitting software) at https://permits.roundrocktexas.gov.
Step-by-step application instructions:
- Electrical: click here for permit application instructions (Electrical upgrades and/or replacements will require a torque letter to be uploaded to the permit application. The letter must include the master’s license number and his signature).
HVAC (mechanical): click here for permit application instructions
Plumbing: click here for permit application instructions
Gas Test: click here for permit application instructions
Tank to Tankless Water Heater Replacement: click here for permit application instructions, (A gas piping chart will be required)
Irrigation: click here for permit application instructions
Permit Fee: $50.00
After your application is accepted, we will notify you via the permit portal to make the payment. You can pay through the permit portal by clicking on the My Fees tab on the main dashboard and using an E-Check, Visa, or Mastercard. Click here for instructions.
Alternatively, you can drop off a check at our office located at 301 W Bagdad Ave, Ste 100, Round Rock, TX 78664. Please make the check payable to the City of Round Rock and include the case/application number on the memo line.
Estimated permit issuance is three to five (3-5) business days from date of application acceptance. You will receive a notification once the permit has been issued.
The permit becomes invalid if the authorized work or construction does not commence within six months of permit issuance.
- An inspection is required when pulling a permit with the City of Round Rock.
- Schedule inspections by using our Permit Portal and clicking on the My Inspections tab on the main dashboard. Click here for instructions.
- Inspections must be requested by 4 p.m. for the following business day, but availability is not guaranteed.
- Inspections are conducted Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Two inspections of the same type are included in the permit fee. If the same type of inspection fails twice, a $75 re-inspection fee will be charged for each additional inspection. This fee must be paid before scheduling the final inspection
- We offer a one-time free consultation. Additional consultations are $75.00.
Commercial Standalone
Create an account and/or log in to our Permit Portal (online permitting software) at https://permits.roundrocktexas.gov.
Electrical: click here for permit application instructions (Electrical upgrades and/or replacements will require a torque letter to be uploaded to the permit application. The letter must include the master’s license number and his signature).
HVAC (mechanical): click here for permit application instructions
Mechanical Hood: click here permit applications instructions
Plumbing (trade): click here permit application instructions
Gas Test: click here permit application instructions
Tank to Tankless Water Heater Replacement: click here permit application instructions- (A gas piping chart will be required)
Irrigation: click here permit application instructions
Commercial Permit Fee – Based on valuation – see fee table below
After your application is accepted, we will notify you via the permit portal to make the payment. You can pay through the permit portal by clicking on the My Fees tab on the main dashboard and using an E-Check, Visa, or Mastercard. Click here for instructions.
Alternatively, you can drop off a check at our office located at 301 W Bagdad Ave, Ste 100, Round Rock, TX 78664. Please make the check payable to the City of Round Rock and include the case/application number on the memo line.
Project Valuation | Commercial Permit Fee | |||
Base fee | Per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | |||
Up to $2,000 | $50 | n/a | ||
$2,001 – $15,000 | $50 for first $2,000 | $10 | ||
$15,001 – $50,000 | $180 for first $15,000 | $7 | ||
$50,001 – $100,000 | $425 for first $50,000 | $5 | ||
$100,001 – $500,000 | $675 for first $100,000 | $3 | ||
$500,001 and up | $1875 for first $500,000 | $2 | ||
Estimated permit issuance is three to five (3-5) business days from date of application acceptance. You will receive a notification once the permit has been issued.
The permit becomes invalid if the authorized work or construction does not commence within six months of permit issuance.
- An inspection is required when pulling a permit with the City of Round Rock.
- Schedule inspections by using our Permit Portal and clicking on the My Inspections tab on the main dashboard. Click here for instructions.
- Inspections must be requested by 4 p.m. for the following business day, but availability is not guaranteed.
- Inspections are conducted Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Two inspections of the same type are included in the permit fee. If the same type of inspection fails twice, a $75 re-inspection fee will be charged for each additional inspection. This fee must be paid before scheduling the final inspection
- We offer a one-time free consultation. Additional consultations are $75.00.
Notes
Codes are available through the International Code Council (http://www.iccsafe.org/).
- City of Round Rock Code of Ordinances
- 2015 International Building Code (2015 IBC) and Appendices
- 2015 International Fire Code (2015 IFC)
- 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (2015 IECC)
- 2015 International Residential Code (2015 IRC)
- 2015 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (2015 ISPSC)
- 2015 International Mechanical Code (2015 IMC)
- 2015 International Plumbing Code (2015 IPC)
- 2023 National Electrical Code (2023 NEC)
- Texas Accessibility Standards
Inspection Services Division Office
512-218-5550 – Office Hours: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
James Shine, Chief Building Official 512-218-5550 jshine@roundrocktexas.gov
Jorge Scott, Assistant Building Official 512-218-5550
Intake Staff: 512-218-5550 buildingpermits@roundrocktexas.gov
Isabella Morales, Commercial Development Technician 512-218-5551 imorales@roundrocktexas.gov
Jennifer Esparza, Residential Development Technician 512-671-2889 jesparza@roundrocktexas.gov
Building Plan Examiners:
Commercial: Walter Holbert, 512-671-2763 wholbert@roundrocktexas.gov
Residential: Jorge Scott ABO, 512-218-5550
Commercial Inspectors:
Bryan Fails, Chief Plumbing Inspector 512-845-6249 bfails@roundrocktexas.gov
Jimmy Spencer, Chief Electrical Inspector 512-470-9507 jimmyspencer@roundrocktexas.gov
Amos Harrison, Chief Structural Inspector 512-639-0218 aharrison@roundrocktexas.gov
Josh Patterson, 737-320-9127 josh.patterson@roundrocktexas.gov
Lance Musslewhite, 737-340-7822 lmusslewhite@roundrocktexas.gov
Residential Inspectors:
Ferdinand Abadiano, 512-568-7829 fabadiano@roundrocktexas.gov
Joshua Gonzales, 512-639-3050 jgonzales@roundrocktexas.gov
Paul Moran, Senior Inspector, 512-688-9024 pmoran@roundrocktexas.gov
Jake Morrison, Senior Inspector, 737-376-0954 jmorrison@roundrocktexas.gov
Arnold Castro Lopez, 737-775-6703 arnold.castro@roundrocktexas.gov
Civil Inspectors
Matt Krueger, Chief Civil Inspector 512-748-9092 mkruegger@roundrocktexas.gov
Chris Cervenka, 512-639-6760 ccervenka@roundrocktexas.gov
George Grondin, 512-639-9497 ggrondin@roundrocktexas.gov
Lane Imken, 512-647-0807 limken@roundrocktexas.gov
Riley Pekar, 737-349-5339 rpekar@roundrocktexas.gov
Taylor Hutchens, 737-397-4902 thutchens@roundrocktexas.gov
Certificates of Appropriateness are required before the issuance of a Building Permit.
Properties required to undergo historic review are identified with Historic Overlay Zoning. Alterations to all structures or sites with Historic Overlay Zoning require a Certificate of Appropriateness before the issuance of a building permit. Historic review applies to all structures on a site, including fences and accessory structures.
Preservation staff are available to discuss projects on all historic-age properties (even those without historic overlay zoning) and can provide technical references that are available to help avoid damage. Contact the Planning and Development Services desk at 512-218-5428 to discuss alterations to a historic property and/or the Certificate of Appropriateness process.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I pay a permit fee? Click HERE
- How do I check the status of my review? Click HERE
- How do I upload revisions? Click HERE
- How do I add (include) a GC and or Sub-Contractors to my application? Click HERE
- How can I check to see if my GC and or Sub-Contractors have accepted their assignment? Click HERE
- How do I confirm an assignment that I’ve been included on? Click HERE
- How do I request an inspection? Click HERE
- How do I print out my permit and approved plans once its been the permit has been issued? Click HERE
- How can I obtain my assigned inspector’s information? Click HERE
- How do I check the status of my inspection? Click HERE
- How do I register as a contractor? Click HERE
- Do I need to pull a permit if my shed is under 200 SF and 15 feet or less in height? Yes, per the City of Round Rock Code of Ordinances, a permit is required as it is considered an Accessory Structure.
- Who do I contact if my address is in outside city limits , ETJ or Williamson County and I want to build a structure or make changes to my home? First, please call the Building Inspection Division office at 512-218-5550 to verify that your address is outside city limits, ETJ, or Williamson County. We will guide you from there.
- Can I park on my grass? Please contact Code Enforcement at 512-341-3329
- Do I need a permit to build or repair my fence? Please contact Code Enforcement at 512-341-3329
