Building & Permits

Responsibilities

The Building Inspections Division performs skilled building and construction inspections to assure compliance with the City's adopted building and construction codes and ordinances.

Permits

Permit applications are available at City Hall or online below. Building permits must be obtained before making any improvements or alterations to a property. 

Permits are typically required for projects such as:

  • Plumbing, irrigation, and water heater repairs and installations
  • Electrical work
  • New construction or structural modifications
  • Additions like carports, patios, and pools 
  • HVAC installation or replacement
  • Sign installations for businesses

If you're unsure whether your project requires a permit, please contact our office for clarification.

If you have received a permit and are ready for an inspection, please call (325) 573-4959 and schedule the inspection. 

Permit Fees

All permit and inspection fees must be paid to the City before a permit is issued and before any work begins. These fees are subject to change. For current rates, please view our Fee Schedule. 

City Codes

The City of Snyder has adopted the following codes:

  • International Building Code, 2021
  • International Plumbing Code, 2021
  • National Electric Code, 2023
  • International Mechanical Code, 2021
  • International Residential Code, 2021
  • International Property Maintenance Code, 2021
  • International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 

Construction Diagrams

Online Forms

Completed forms should be submitted by emailing them to planning@snydertx.gov