Commercial Accessory Structure

Sheds, garages, workshops and gazebos all count as accessory structures, and every one of them, whatever its size, needs a permit approved by the Building Inspections Division.

All nonresidential construction must meet the adopted codes: the 2021 IBC, IPC, IFGC, IMC, IECC and IRC, and the 2023 NEC. See the complete list of requirements for nonresidential addition and construction permits.

Step 1. Review Requirements

You will need to supply the following before a commercial accessory structure permit can be issued:

• The project address and legal description
• Contact information for the owner, contractor and/or architect
• The intended use, square footage and affected area
• The class of work and a description of any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work, plus the job valuation and the property's market value
• A site plan that shows:
  • Property lines
  • Existing easements
  • Where the new structure will sit
  • The structure's dimensions
  • Distances from property lines and from other structures
• Specifications, such as building materials, height, length and width
• Note: review the installation requirements for unlisted equipment (PDF, 111 KB).

Step 2. Apply Online

Building permit applications are filed through the City of Fredville's online permit portal. New users need a working email address to sign up, and opening an account takes roughly five minutes.

What Happens Next

Once your online application is complete, permits usually take about 5 to 10 business days to process. Review may take longer if the applicant needs to make changes or send more information.

By Phone or In Person

If you would like help filing your online application, feel free to call or stop by.

Call (555) 010-2235, send an email to [email protected], or visit the Building Inspections Division at City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Fredville, TX 75999.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fees

• You apply and pay through the online permit portal.
• The portal's fee estimator shows what a commercial accessory structure permit will cost.

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