Updated November 2, 2026. Every link below goes to an official government site. We are not a government office and cannot issue permits.
Dallas-Fort Worth is many cities, and each one issues its own building permits. Below are the two biggest. For suburbs like Arlington, Plano, Irving or Frisco, use that city's own permit office.
Most permitted work has to be done by a licensed contractor. Browse local pros in our directory:
Always check that a contractor's license is current with the state or city before you sign.