Permits & Plan Review
The City of Springtown’s permitting process helps ensure that construction, development, and improvement projects are completed safely, comply with adopted building codes, and meet all applicable local regulations. Whether you are building a new home, constructing a commercial building, adding onto an existing structure, or making significant improvements to a property, obtaining the appropriate permits before work begins is an important step in the development process.
The City utilizes a third-party professional plan review and inspection firm to assist with technical reviews and construction inspections. However, all permit applications, plans, supporting documentation, revisions, permit payments, and inspection requests must be submitted through City Hall. City staff coordinate the review process, communicate comments and approvals, and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the life of the project.
The Permitting Process
1. Application Submission
Permit applications and supporting documents are submitted to City Hall for review. Applicants are encouraged to contact City Staff for guidance on the application process.
Depending on the project, applicants may be required to provide:
- Completed permit application forms
- Construction plans and specifications
- Site plans
- Engineering documents
- Contractor information
- Other supporting materials required for review
Incomplete applications may delay the review process.
2. Plan Review
Once received, plans are reviewed for compliance with adopted building codes, zoning requirements, development regulations, and other applicable standards.
Depending on the scope and complexity of the project, reviews may include:
- Building code review
- Electrical review
- Plumbing review
- Mechanical review
- Fire code review
- Site and development review
- Engineering review
If corrections or additional information are required, comments will be provided to the applicant for resubmittal.
3. Permit Issuance
After all reviews have been completed and approved, applicable fees have been paid, and all requirements have been satisfied, the permit will be issued and construction may begin.
Work requiring a permit should not begin until the permit has been approved and issued by the City.
4. Inspections — visit https://cityofspringtown.com/city-services/building-inspections/ for more information related to inspections.
Most permitted projects require inspections during construction to verify compliance with approved plans and adopted codes.
Inspection requests must be submitted through City Hall. City staff coordinate scheduling with the City’s contracted inspection provider and communicate inspection results to the applicant.
Required inspections vary by project and may include:
- Foundation inspections
- Framing inspections
- Electrical inspections
- Plumbing inspections
- Mechanical inspections
- Final inspections
- Other specialty inspections as required
5. Project Completion
Once all required inspections have been successfully completed and all applicable requirements have been satisfied, the project may receive final approval and the permit may be closed.
Why Permits Matter
Permits and inspections help protect property owners, contractors, and the public by ensuring that construction is completed in accordance with recognized safety standards. Proper permitting also helps maintain property values, supports community development, and promotes safe and sustainable growth throughout Springtown.
Questions and Assistance
City staff are available to assist property owners, contractors, developers, and business owners throughout the permitting process. For questions regarding permit requirements, application procedures, plan review status, inspection requests, or adopted codes, please contact City Hall.
Please note: While the City utilizes third-party professionals for plan review and inspection services, all permitting activities are administered through City Hall, which serves as the central point of contact for all permit-related matters.
Questions: permitting@cityofspringtown.com OR (817) 220-4834.