Residential Accessory Structure Permit

All Residential Accessory Structures regardless of size, require an approved permit by the Building Inspections Division. Accessory structures include: Sheds, Garage, Shop and/or Gazebos. No work shall be performed until the permit has been issued.

Residential Accessory Structures must comply with code article 6.6.2.1 of the City of Grand Prairie Ordinance. View Accessory Structure Requirements(PDF, 601KB) .

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Step 1.Review Requirements

The following is required prior to issuance of an Accessory Structure permit:

  • Address and legal description of project
  • Owner, Contractor and/or Architect information
  • Square footage and area involved
  • Class of work, description (electrical, plumbing, mechanical), valuation and market value of property
  • Site Plan
    • Residential Plot Plan(PDF, 12KB)
    • Property line
    • Existing easements
    • Location of proposed structure
    • Structure dimensions
    • Setbacks from property lines and other structure
  • Specifications (building materials, height, length, width, etc)

Step 2.Apply Online

You can apply online for a building permit through the City of Grand Prairie's Customer Self-Service portal. First time users will need a valid email address to set up an account. It takes about 5 minutes to create a new account.

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What next?

After completing the online application, permits are processed in approximately 5-10 business days. Depending on updates needed from the applicant, as this can result in longer approval times.

Phone / In Person

You are welcome to call or visit in person for help submitting your online application. 

Phone: 972-237-8230

Email: information@gptx.org

Location:
City Hall - Building Inspections Division
300 W. Main Street
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050

Business Hours:
8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Fees

Contact Info

Physical Address:
Building Inspections Division
300 West Main St.
Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Mailing Address:
Building Inspections Division
P.O. Box 534045
Grand Prairie, TX 75053

Schedule inspection for current project

Phone: 972-237-8230
E-mail: information@gptx.org
Fax: 972-237-8234

Hours:
Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

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