1. When do I need a permit?
- Additions to existing structures
- Building a deck exceeding 200 sq. ft. and/or greater than 30" from grade
- Change of occupant/New tenant lease space/use
- Demolition
- Fences over 7 ft. tall
- Finishing an attic, or garage to make additional living space
- Irrigation systems (including rainwater collection)
- Major dirt disturbance
- New A/C Unit (HVAC)
- New construction (commercial and residential)
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- Remodels (relocation or removal of interior walls, and/or electrical, mechanical, or plumbing)
- Retaining walls greater than 4 ft. in height
- Roof replacement
- Septic system installation or repair
- Solar panel installation
- Swimming pools
- Water Heater/Water softener
- Water/Wastewater connections
- Window replacement (only if framing is altered)
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You do not need a permit for: Minor landscape work, Residential interior or exterior painting. **You will need a site permit to paint the exterior of a non-residential building.**
Please contact your Home Owners' Association for additional requirements and/or deed restrictions that may apply to your project even if a city permit is not required.
If you do not have a Home Owners' Association, please see your deed restrictions which are usually located in your closing documents. You can also contact the Travis County Clerk for a copy of your property's deed restrictions.
2. How do I apply?
Visit MyGovernmentOnline.org.
3. How much is the permit?
See the Fee Schedule.
4. How do I register as a contractor?
Submit the application and required materials to the City of Bee Cave Planning and Development office.
5. What building codes does the City follow?