Fort Worth, TX · Tarrant County
Residential Accessory Building Packet
This packet explains permit requirements and includes a residential building permit application for people proposing accessory construction in Fort Worth.
What this form is
Use this packet to apply for a residential building permit for a new accessory building or other listed residential work. It describes accessory-building rules and submittal requirements, including a recorded plat, a survey or site plan, and construction plans; additional documents may be required depending on location and project scope. The packet says the permit must be approved before construction begins.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors proposing residential accessory construction in Fort Worth need the permit application and supporting submittal documents.
How to submit it
The packet says a permit application must be made in person and approved before construction begins. For utility easement encroachments, it directs applicants to contact Customer Service at 817-392-2222 for a list of utility companies.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Packet
Download the Residential Accessory Building Packet and review its permit instructions.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the project, contractor, contact, and applicant information requested on the Residential Building Permit Application.
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Gather Required Plans
Prepare the recorded plat, survey or site plan, and construction plans; include utility-company statements if encroaching on an easement.
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Submit In Person
The packet says to make the permit application in person and receive approval before construction begins.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Residential Accessory Building Packet?
- It explains residential accessory-building requirements and includes a Residential Building Permit Application. The packet also lists plans and other documents to submit for review.
- What documents does the packet list for permit submittal?
- Standard submittal requirements include a plat, a survey or site plan, and construction plans. Utility-company statements are required if the project encroaches on utility easements.
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Accessory Building Packet?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the packet lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Residential Accessory Building Packet?
- The packet says the permit application must be made in person and approved before construction begins. Contact Customer Service at 817-392-2222 for a list of utility companies if the project encroaches on an easement.
Need something notarized?
This Residential Accessory Building Packet doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.