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Shed Permit Requirements in Cleburne, TX
Based on City of Cleburne published sources. Confirm with Building Services before you build.
Do you need a permit?
Check with the city. The City of Cleburne requires a building permit to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, install, move or demolish a building or structure. The city's published materials we found don't state a shed size that is exempt, so call Building Services to confirm for your shed.
What to know
- Accessory building placement and setbacks come from the city's zoning ordinance.
- Adding electricity or plumbing requires separate trade permits.
- Cleburne enforces the 2021 International Residential Code with regional amendments.
Typical documents
- Scaled site plan with the shed location, existing structures and distances to property lines
- Shed size and construction details (or manufacturer spec sheet if prefabricated)
Who can apply & how
- Permits are issued by the City of Cleburne Building Services division at the new Municipal Building, 407 N. Main St., and applied for through the city's online permitting system, where you also pay fees and schedule inspections.
- Contractors register with the city through the same online system.
- The city requires all submitted drawings to be scaled and of professional quality.
Practical tips
- Ask about size limits and setbacks before you buy a prebuilt shed.
- HOAs often limit shed size and placement.
Contact & sources
City of Cleburne Building Services · Municipal Building, 407 N. Main St. · Building Inspection (817) 645-0955
- City of Cleburne – Quick Guide to Residential Construction (Oct. 2025) →
- City of Cleburne – Building Inspection FAQs →
- Cleburne Code of Ordinances – Zoning (Appendix A) →
Only applies inside Cleburne city limits. Neighboring cities and unincorporated Johnson County have their own rules.
