Permitting Authorities / City of Richardson - Building Inspection
City of Richardson - Building Inspection
Adopted codeThe permitting authority for the City of Richardson, Texas. Building Inspection issues residential and commercial building permits, including roof repair and replacement permits, registers contractors performing work in the city, and conducts roof deck and final inspections.
Jurisdiction
City of Richardson, Texas
Jurisdiction type
city
Address
2360 Campbell Creek Blvd. Suite 550, Richardson, TX 75082
Contact
- url: https://www.cor.net/departments/building-inspection
- phone: 972-744-4180
- email: [email protected]
Permit portal
Roofing permit required
true
Contractor registration required
true
Registration details
- license: "Contractors performing work within City of Richardson are required to register prior to issuance of permit. The registration fee is $100. Once approved, registration certificates are valid for one year from the date of registration." Completed applications are emailed to [email protected], and registered contractors can be verified on the City's Registered Contractors List.
Permit process note
"A permit is required for any roof replacement/recovering or repair which exceeds 25% of the total roof area. The purpose of the permit is to ensure that the proper codes are being followed." The building permit must be approved and posted at the property prior to any work commencing, and all contractors must be registered to perform work in the City of Richardson.
Inspection requirements
"An inspection is required upon installation of the roof deck, (if applicable) and a final inspection is required upon completion."
Adopted code
"On April 24, 2023, the City of Richardson City Council approved the adoption of the 2021 International Codes and the 2020 edition of the National Electric Code, including regional and local amendments," including the 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Fire Code, and 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, each with local amendments.