Building & Permitting
Blue Ridge's Building and Permitting Division monitors compliance with City codes and ordinances through permitting, construction plan review and inspections. We provide:
- Residential services for homeowners
- Contractor and commercial services for residential and commercial properties
- Developers and platting
- Building resources including fees.
- Registered Contractors Listing
ADOPTED BUILDING CODES
City Council approved adoption of the 2021 International Code Council (ICC) Building Codes and the 2023 National Electric Code on April 2, 2024 (effective April 2, 2024). All building and fire code permit applications received on or after that day will be reviewed for compliance with the new codes. Contact City Hall (972-752-5791) if you have any questions regarding your submission.
ICC Code Category |
Year of Code Standard |
International Building Code |
2021 |
International Energy Conservation Code |
2021 |
International Existing Building Code |
2021 |
International Fire Code |
2021 |
International Fuel Gas Code |
2021 |
International Mechanical Code |
2021 |
International Plumbing Code |
2021 |
International Pool and Spa Code |
2021 |
International Residential Code |
2021 |
National Electric Code |
2023 |
Texas 8-1-1: Check Before You Dig
Whether you’re planting a tree or building an home, you first must check the location of gas lines and other vital utilities.- By phone: Dial 8-1-1
- Online: E-Locate website
- More information at Texas811.org