San Benito, TX · Cameron County
Building Permit Application
San Benito’s Building Permit Application is for owners, contractors, or other applicants seeking approval for construction, repairs, remodeling, demolition, and related work.
What this form is
Use this application to request a building permit for work such as new construction, additions, remodeling, driveways, roofs, fences, demolition, pools, signs, and repairs. It asks for applicant, owner, property, project, and work details, with additional sections for residential buildings, signs, and fences. The application also lists plans and other supporting documents that may be required, depending on the project.
Who needs it
Property owners, contractors, tenants, or other applicants should complete this application before beginning work that requires a building permit.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to 400 N Travis St., San Benito, TX 78586. The form says to allow 14 business days for review and that an approved permit must be paid within 60 days.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and owner or contractor sign the application, and no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Enter applicant, owner, property, and project details, and complete the sections that apply to the work.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Review the guideline requirements and gather applicable plans and supporting documents.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to 400 N Travis St., San Benito, TX 78586.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines but no notary block; the applicant and owner or contractor sign it.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- Submit it to 400 N Travis St., San Benito, TX 78586. The application says to allow 14 business days for review.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It requests applicant, owner, property, project, and work details. Residential, sign, and fence sections ask for additional information when applicable.
- What supporting documents may be required?
- Requirements depend on the project. The application lists plans and other supporting documents, including a property deed PDF for new residential and commercial construction.
Need something notarized?
This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.