The Permitting Division of the Building and Community Services Department is responsible for records management, tracking and processing permits, and front counter customer care.
Try Our New Citizen Self Service(CSS) Portal!
The City has a new online portal for electronic plan review and permits.
To enhance customer experience for submitting plans and obtaining permits some of the key features include the ability to:
- Submit Applications and Payments Electronically
- Schedule Inspections Online
- Track the Status of Permits in Real Time
- Submit Plans and Receive Comments Electronically
Use the Link below to access the online portal.
https://waxahachietx-energovpub.tylerhost.net/Apps/SelfService#/home
CSS Portal Resource Materials:
Citizen Self Service(CSS) Portal Flyer
CSS Portal FAQs
Main 469-309-4020
The City of Waxahachie has adopted the 2018 International Code Council Building Codes and the 2017 National Electric Code, with local amendments. All construction related fees are located in the City Code of Ordinances (Chapter 11) for ease of use and reference. Attached below is a summary sheet with the City’s updated fees.
Should you have any questions or need any additional information concerning the adoption of the building codes or the updated fee schedule, please contact the Building & Community Services Department 469-309-4020.
Building Fee Schedule
Updated Service Fee Structure
Email Your Garage Sale Request With Address to bcservices@waxahachie.com
Building Permit Forms:
Backflow Test Report
Certificate of Occupancy Application
Commercial Permit Application
Contractor Registration
Electrical Permit Application
Mechanical Permit Application
Plumbing Permit Application
Residential Permit Application
Resubmittal Form
(Remodel) Commercial Building Permit Application
(Remodel) Residential Building Permit Application
Commercial Accessory Building Permit Application
Residential Accessory Building Permit Application
Swimming Pool Permit Application
Miscellaneous Permit Application
Fence/Wall Permit Application
On-Site Sewer Facility Permit Application
Sign Application
Irrigation Application
Fire Application
Demolition Application
Energy Code Certification Form
Health/ Food Establishment Applications:
Permanent Food Establishment
Mobile Food Unit
Temporary Food Establishment