Building and Code Compliance

The City of Payne Springs is responsible for protecting our community's health, safety and welfare through effective enforcement of Municipal Ordinance and State regulations and codes relative to the construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, removing, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings or structures in the City.

The goal of the Code Compliance Division is to provide information to all interested parties and to fairly and efficiently enforce the City of Payne Springs Code and international Coade Ordinance

Resources:

2018 I-Codes:

2018 International Building Code
2018 International Residential Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 International Plumbing
2018 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Energy Conservation Code
2018 International Fuel and Gas Code
2018 International Existing Building Code
2018 International Private Sewage Disposal Code
2018 International Property Maintenance Code
2018 International Zoning Code
2018 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code
2018 International Green Construction Code
2018 International Code Council Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities

Electric Code:

2017 National Electric Code

Have a Permit or Code Enforcement Question?

Feel free to fill out the below information to contact our Building Permit Official with questions or concerns.

You may also use this form to schedule Inspections or contact the Building Inspector. All inspections require a minimum of a 24 hour notice.

Henderson County website for building

County Ordinances | Henderson County

Please click the link for more on Henderson County restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

I just bought some property in your City. How do I get a Physical Address?

Once you have purchased a plot of land in the City you can call 903-675-3911 to get a "Physical Address". There will be someone at this number that can get you this information, and what the next steps in your new adventure will entail.

How do I know if I need a Building Permit?

Permits are required on the following projects:

Additions to a structure (residential or commercial)
Building remodel that requires the addition or removal of an interior or exterior wall window or
door or any trade work such as: Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC.
Building or replacing of a deck or porch.
Electrical Work
Plumbing work
HVAC
Roofing
Fence
Concrete work (driveways, sidewalks, patios, flatwork)
In Ground and Above Ground Swimming Pools (storable pools are exempt)
Hot Tubs or Spas
Demolition of a building
New construction of a building, main building, accessory buildings (permanent or portable),
garage, carport, patio covers, and gazebos.

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New Commercial Packet

I am building in your City, and I need to know what are the setbacks for a property?

I am glad you asked Per Ordinance 1988-3-06-00

Building Setback Lines:

The minimum front building lines upon any lot in the city, where the building has not been established by an approved plat or by any other city ordinance such as the subdivision regulations or zoning regulations, shall be determined by the City council prior to issuance of a building permit. The minimum building setback lines shall be 25 feet in front, 10 feet in rear and 5 feet on each side. For corner lots, a 15 foot setback shall be required on the side fronting the two intersecting streets.

If you are building in a Sub-Division, check with them on their setbacks.

Contact Info

Frances McClure
City Clerk
19601 CR 2529
Payne Springs, TX 75156
903-451-9229
permits@paynespringstx.com

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