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Shed Permit Requirements in Killeen, TX
Based on City of Killeen published sources. Confirm with Building Inspections before you build.
Do you need a permit?
Check with the city. Killeen's permit fee schedule lists storage buildings and accessory structures as their own permit type. The city's published handouts we found don't state a size below which a shed is exempt, so call Building Inspections to confirm for your shed.
What to know
- The city publishes a Fences, Sheds & Accessory Structures brochure covering where you can build and when you need a permit (Sec. 8-23 of the City Code).
- Setback and placement rules come from the zoning code (Chapter 31).
- Adding electricity or plumbing requires separate trade permits.
Typical documents
- 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 Killeen Building Inspections division and applied for online through the MGO Connect portal, where you also pay fees and schedule inspections.
- Contractors must be registered with the city. A homeowner can pull the permit for work they do with their own hands.
- As the property owner, it's your responsibility to make sure permits were obtained — don't assume the contractor handled it.
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 Killeen Building Inspections · 100 E. Avenue C, Killeen, TX 76541 · (254) 501-7762 · buildingpermits@killeentexas.gov
- City of Killeen – Fences, Sheds & Accessory Structures brochure (July 2023) →
- City of Killeen – Permit Fees →
- City of Killeen – Building Inspections →
Only applies inside Killeen city limits. Neighboring cities and unincorporated Bell County have their own rules.
