What does the Building Move Permit Application cover?

It is for moving an existing building into or out of New Braunfels, or between locations within the city, including locations on the same property.

What documents must I attach?

Attach a site plan or survey, current color photos of all sides of the building, a map or description of the route, and foundation permit information with the foundation site plan.

Do I need a notary for the Building Move Permit Application?

No. The owner and contractor sign and date their certifications without a notary. If the applicant does not own the property, an owner authorization letter may be required.

New Braunfels, TX · Comal County

No notary required

Building Move Permit Application

Owners and contractors use this application to request a New Braunfels permit to move an existing building into, out of, or within the city.

What this form is

The application is for moving an existing building into or out of New Braunfels or from one location in the city to another, including on the same property. It asks for the building’s locations, use, dimensions, and contractor, and requires a site plan or survey, current color photos, a route map or description, and foundation permit information. Owner and contractor certifications must be signed and dated.

Who needs it

The building owner and contractor of record need this application when relocating an existing building into, out of, or within New Braunfels.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application and required documents at the Building Permit desk at City Hall or through the online portal listed in the bulletin. The bulletin states an application fee of $100.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner and contractor sign and date their certifications, and an owner authorization letter may be needed if the applicant does not own the property.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Building Move Permit Application and review the bulletin’s process instructions.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the building, location, and contractor information, then have the owner and contractor sign and date their certifications.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Include a site plan or survey, current color photos, a route map or description, and foundation permit information with a foundation site plan.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application and attachments at the Building Permit desk at City Hall or through the online portal listed in the bulletin.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Building Move Permit Application cover?: It is for moving an existing building into or out of New Braunfels, or between locations within the city, including locations on the same property.
What documents must I attach?: Attach a site plan or survey, current color photos of all sides of the building, a map or description of the route, and foundation permit information with the foundation site plan.
Do I need a notary for the Building Move Permit Application?: No. The owner and contractor sign and date their certifications without a notary. If the applicant does not own the property, an owner authorization letter may be required.
How do I submit the Building Move Permit Application?: Submit the completed application and required documents at the Building Permit desk at City Hall or through the online portal listed in the bulletin.

Need something notarized?

This Building Move Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.