4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Bexar County, Texas.
Verified from official government sources
In Bexar County, storage sheds under 120 square feet without electrical or plumbing generally do not require a building permit. Larger sheds require permits under the 2021 International Building Code adopted by the county in 2024.
Standard residential fences under 8 feet in Bexar County generally do not require a building permit. Masonry walls and fences over 8 feet require permits. Front-yard fences are limited to 4 feet in most residential zones.
Decks over 30 inches above grade require a building permit in Bexar County. Ground-level patios at grade generally do not require a permit. Covered patios and pergolas attached to the house may require permits depending on size.
Renovation work involving structural changes, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC requires a building permit in Bexar County. Cosmetic work like painting and flooring does not. All construction documents must comply with the 2021 International Building Code.
1 cities in Bexar County have their own permit requirements rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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