What does the New Berlin building permit application cover?

It requests a permit for construction, improvements, or moving or placing a structure on property, and collects property, owner, contractor, and project information.

What documents should I provide with the application?

The form lists a survey plat with setbacks, site plans or construction plans, and written HOA/POA approval when the site is in a subdivision jurisdiction. Flood-plain work may require engineer certification.

Do I need a notary for the New Berlin building permit application?

No. The form calls for signatures and dates, not notarization. If the proposed building is in a flood-plain zone, it asks for a licensed engineer’s certification.

How do I submit the New Berlin building permit application?

Submit it to the City Secretary at 275 FM 2538, New Berlin, TX 78155, or email secretary@newberlintx.gov. The form lists 830-914-2455 for contact.

New Berlin, TX · Guadalupe County

No notary required

Building Application and Permit

Property owners and contractors use this application to request a New Berlin building permit for construction or work on a structure.

What this form is

This application requests a permit for construction, improvements, or moving or placing a structure on property in New Berlin. It asks for property, owner, contractor, and project details, identifies applicable permit fees, and lists documents to provide, such as plans and a survey plat. The form also includes owner and contractor signatures and a flood-plain section for the Flood Plain Administrator.

Who needs it

Property owners and contractors planning construction, structural improvements, or the placement or removal of a structure in New Berlin should complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the completed permit to the City Secretary at 275 FM 2538, New Berlin, TX 78155, or [email protected]. The form also lists 830-914-2455 for contact.

About notarization

This permit is signed and dated without a notary; if applicable, attach the licensed engineer’s certification for a structure in a flood-plain zone.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the New Berlin Building Application and Permit PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Provide property, owner, contractor, and project details, then sign and date the form.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include the applicable survey plat, plans, subdivision approval, and engineer certification if required by the form.
4
Submit to the City
Send the completed application to the City Secretary at the address or email listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What does the New Berlin building permit application cover?: It requests a permit for construction, improvements, or moving or placing a structure on property, and collects property, owner, contractor, and project information.
What documents should I provide with the application?: The form lists a survey plat with setbacks, site plans or construction plans, and written HOA/POA approval when the site is in a subdivision jurisdiction. Flood-plain work may require engineer certification.
Do I need a notary for the New Berlin building permit application?: No. The form calls for signatures and dates, not notarization. If the proposed building is in a flood-plain zone, it asks for a licensed engineer’s certification.
How do I submit the New Berlin building permit application?: Submit it to the City Secretary at 275 FM 2538, New Berlin, TX 78155, or email [email protected]. The form lists 830-914-2455 for contact.

Need something notarized?

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