San Marcos, TX · Hays County
Building Permit Application
Property owners and contractors use this application to request a building permit from the City of San Marcos.
What this form is
Use this application to request a building permit for new construction, additions, remodeling, repairs, alterations, or other work. It asks for owner, contractor, property, project, and construction details, and includes a checklist of required plans and supporting documents. The form states that the city accepts the application and fees when all required documentation is provided.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors seeking a building permit for construction, additions, remodeling, repairs, or alterations in San Marcos need this application.
How to submit it
Apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG, as directed on the form. The form also lists Planning & Development Services at 630 East Hopkins, San Marcos, Texas 78666, and says to include required application documents and fees.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the owner, contractor, property, and project information, then sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Use the checklist to gather required plans, supporting documents, and applicable fees.
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Submit To The City
Apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG as directed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the San Marcos Building Permit Application for?
- It is used to request a building permit for work such as new construction, additions, remodeling, repairs, or alterations. The application asks for project and property details.
- What documents should accompany the application?
- The checklist calls for a completed application, applicable fees, and a digital set of required items, including site and building plans. It lists additional documents that apply to certain projects.
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. The application has signature and date fields but no notary block. The form does not identify an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- The form directs applicants to apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG. It also lists Planning & Development Services at 630 East Hopkins, San Marcos, Texas 78666, and requires application documents and fees.
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.