Retaining walls over 4 ft in Euless require a permit and engineered drawings by a licensed TX PE under IBC 1807. Shorter walls may also require permits based on surcharge loads or location.
The Euless Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 adopts the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC). Under IBC Section 1807.1, retaining walls that are not laterally supported at the top and retain more than 4 feet of unbalanced backfill (measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall) require a permit and engineered design sealed by a licensed Texas professional engineer. Shorter walls may still require a permit depending on surcharge loads, proximity to structures or property lines, and drainage impacts. The wall must not divert or dam stormwater onto neighboring properties. Permits and plan review are handled by Euless Building Inspections at (817) 685-1400. Pre-construction consultation is strongly recommended for walls near property lines or slopes.
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