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Permitting Authorities / City of DeSoto - Building Inspections Division

City of DeSoto - Building Inspections Division

Adopted code

The permitting authority for the City of DeSoto, Texas. The Building Inspections Division issues building permits and registers contractors, including roofing contractors, for work within the city.

Jurisdiction
City of DeSoto, Texas
Jurisdiction type
city
Address
211 E Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto, TX 75115
Contact
  • url: https://www.desototexas.gov/462/Building-Inspections
  • phone: 972-230-9610
  • email: [email protected]
Contractor registration required
true
Registration details
  • license: The city's Registration page lists "Roofing Contractor" alongside Builder, Fence Contractor, Pool Contractor, and Foundation Repair Contractor under the General Contractor registration category, which carries a $25 fee. The page states "Contractors or subcontractors are required to have an active registration/license before applying" for permits, with registration submitted through the Customer Self-Service (CSS) Portal effective September 5, 2025.
Adopted code
The Building Inspections page states the city has adopted the 2021 International Codes (IBC, IRC, IPC, IFGC, IMC, IECC, IFC), and "the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) is the adopted electrical code."

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