Permits & Inspections

NOTE: The City of McAllen Building Code Compliance Department has adopted the 2012 International Building Code, 2012 International Residential Code, 2012 International Plumbing Code, 2012 International Fuel Gas Code, 2012 International Mechanical Code, 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (state mandate) - Residential, 2009 International Energy Conservation Code - Commercial (state mandate), 2011 National Electrical Code, effective January 1, 2013.

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Overview

The Building Permits & Inspections Department plays a key role in the Development Process by providing quality customer services and effectively protecting the health, safety and public welfare of the community. The Building Permits & Inspections Department is comprised of three divisions, plan review, permitting and inspections.

In addition to protecting the health, safety, and public welfare through regulation of construction in the City of McAllen, the Department seeks to provide an efficient and effective permitting and inspections process that supports City growth and economic development.

Building Code Compliance
Office: (956) 681-1300
Fax: (956) 681-1279
Recorder: (956) 681-1328