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Q: What kind of work requires a permit?

A:

The following requires a permit:

• Residential additions including: Patio Covers, Storage sheds (larger than 200 square feet., room additions, etc.) 
• Re-roof, if over 100 square feet (1 square) of shingles/roofing is to be replaced
• Water heater replacement 
• Air conditioning unit replacement 
• Gas reconnections 
• Electrical reconnections 
• Sprinkler systems
• Swimming pools, including hot tubs and spas over 24 inches deep 
• Foundation repairs and re-adjustments 
• Building demolition 
• New and replacement paving (sidewalks, driveways, patios, parking, etc.)
• Permanent and temporary signs, banners, and handbills - see the Building Permit Application (PDF).  
• House or building moving - if the structure will be moved within or into League City and if the structure is over 8 feet wide and/or 12 feet long, then a permit will be required. Contact the League City Police Department first to have the route approved.
• New and replacement windows, doors, siding
• Fences over 7ft
• Generators

Visit our permits page for more information.

Q: What inspections are required?

A:

Any work which is required to be performed by a licensed trade and/or which will be covered from view before it is completed requires inspection. Specific inspections are also listed in Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P.) handouts. See the individual Permit Pages for more information. Contact the Planning and Development department for more information.

Q: Does League City have zoning?

A:

Yes. Zoning regulations were adopted in August of 1999. Check with the Planning Department for any zoning regulations that may affect or restrict your project. Deed restrictions are enforced by the Homeowners Associations, not by League City.  

Q: When can we perform our construction work?

A:

All construction work may be conducted between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. each day. Any work performed outside these hours will be subject to the noise ordinance, and citations will be issued if not in compliance. For further questions, contact the Planning and Development department.