Building Permits

The Building Inspections division requires building permits for all commercial or residential construction or demolitions in the city of Coppell. All permit requests and fee information may be obtained online through the Customer Self Service (CSS) portal, in person at the Building Inspections division located at 265 East Parkway Boulevard, or by calling 972-304-3500, Monday through Friday, between 8 am and 5 pm. 

For additional information on permitting, contractor registration, and the latest updates on the Building Inspection operations, visit the Building Inspections webpage. 

All building permits, or a copy thereof, shall be posted on the site where visible from the street.

Notices Regarding Office Closures, Inspections & Citizen Self Service

Visit the Building Inspections page for notices regarding office closures and information on applying for permits online.

Cold Weather Concreting

The Guide for Cold Weather Concreting outlines cold weather concreting practices to:
a) prevent damage to concrete due to freezing at early ages;
b) ensure that the concrete develops the recommended strength for safe removal of forms;
c) maintain curing conditions that foster normal strength development;
d) limit rapid temperature changes; and
e) provide protection consistent with intended serviceability of the structure.

Elevation & Floodproofing Certificates

Additional Information

Please contact the Building Inspections division at 972-304-3500 for requirements on the following permits:

  • Cell Tower
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Plumbing
  • Roofing

Please contact the Chief Fire Marshal, Tim Oates, in the Fire Department at 972-304-3512 for additional information on the following permits: