Frisco, TX Building Safety: Building Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Code adopted
- 2024 International Building Code
- Local section
- Frisco Code § 18-242
- Adopting ordinance
- 2026-01-03 (adopted 1/6/2026)
- Effective
- March 1, 2026
- Enforcement
- Frisco Development Services
Summary
Frisco has adopted the 2024 International Building Code, which requires a permit from the building official before you construct, alter, enlarge, repair, move, or demolish any building or structure in the city. Development Services reviews the plans and issues the permit.
The 2024 edition of the International Building Code, copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc., save and except the deletions and additions set forth in exhibit A, attached to Ordinance 2026-01-03 ... regulating the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures within buildings located within Frisco (2024 International Building Code). The 2024 International Building Code is made a part of this division as if fully set forth herein.
Full Breakdown
Frisco Code of Ordinances § 18-242 adopts the 2024 International Building Code (Ordinance 2026-01-03, adopted January 6, 2026, effective March 1, 2026), with local deletions and additions set out in Exhibit A on file with the City Secretary. The code regulates the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, use, occupancy, and demolition of every building or structure within Frisco. The adopted IBC directs owners to apply to the building official and obtain a permit before that work begins. Frisco Development Services handles plan review, permitting, and inspections.
Violations & Fines
Starting work without a permit draws a stop-work order from Frisco's building official plus mandatory fees, and code violations affecting public safety are enforced in municipal court with fines up to $2,000 per day.
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