Portland, TX

Building & Development Services

How permitting works in Texas

Inside city limits, the city is the permitting authority for building, trade and zoning permits. Many Texas cities contract plan review and inspections to third-party firms.

Cities permit inside their limits; counties permit development in unincorporated areas.

Contact Information

Address: 601 Moore Avenue, Portland, Texas 78374
Phone: (361) 777-4550
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Website: https://www.portlandtx.gov/581/Additional-Resources
Permitting Page: http://www.portlandtx.com/99/Development-Services

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