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Patio Cover Permit Requirements in Granbury, TX
Based on City of Granbury published sources. Confirm with Building Inspections before you build.
Do you need a permit?
Check with the city. Granbury has a Residential Accessory Structure Cover Application, and porches and pergolas are listed on its accessory structure permit application. We couldn't find any size at which a cover is exempt, so confirm with Building Inspections.
What to know
- Covers built onto the house enlarge the structure, and the city says enlarging a building requires a permit.
- A foundation design is required; minimum footing and anchorage requirements apply.
- Electrical work like fans or lights needs a separate permit from the electrical contractor.
Typical documents
- Residential Accessory Structure Cover Application (or Accessory Structure Permit Application)
- Two copies of a site plan showing distances to property lines
- Two copies of construction details or manufacturer drawings
Who can apply & how
- Permits are issued by the City of Granbury Building Inspections, Permits & Code Enforcement Department on the first floor of City Hall, 116 W. Bridge St. Hours are Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Granbury now takes permit applications, documents and inspection requests online through OpenGov.
- Effective July 21, 2026, Granbury adopted the 2024 International Codes and the 2023 National Electrical Code for all projects submitted on or after that date.
Practical tips
- Check HOA rules on roof material and placement.
- Apply online through OpenGov to avoid a trip to City Hall.
Contact & sources
City of Granbury Building Inspections, Permits & Code Enforcement · City Hall, 116 W. Bridge St., Granbury, TX 76048 · (817) 573-1114 · inspections@granbury.org
- City of Granbury – Forms, Applications & Fees →
- City of Granbury – Residential Accessory Structure Permit Application →
- City of Granbury – Building Inspections FAQs →
Only applies inside Granbury city limits. Neighboring cities and unincorporated Hood County have their own rules.
