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Residential Building Permits–What Requires a Permit?

Building permits are required to: erect, enlarge, alter, move, demolish, or repair a structure in the City of Irving. This includes (but not limited to):

• Fences
• Pools, spas, hot tubs
• Portable buildings/sheds greater than 6 feet in any dimension
• Adding/altering a garage or carport
• Alteration to the driveway approach at the city street
• Flatwork/paving
• Garage conversions
• Decks over 30 inches in height
• Reroofing
• Retaining walls over 30 inches in height (from adjacent grade to top of wall)
• Demolitions
• Fireplace installations
• New wiring, plumbing, or HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) work
• House remodel/addition

Permits are not required for cosmetic work such as painting, carpeting, and cabinetry, nor is it required for replacing fixtures or appliances at existing connections.

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