Construction Trailer Requirements (PDF)

CITY OF PLANO BUILDING INSPECITIONS DEPARTMENT

COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION TRAILER:

Construction trailer for a commercial project does require a building permit. If utilities are needed for the

construction trailer, a simple electric and/or simple plumbing permit will be required. General contractor will

apply for permit and list required subcontractors.

Requirements: Construction trailer shall not encroach the building line setbacks.

FEES: Refer to the fee schedule for applicable fees.

 Simple Electrical Permit Fee (if applicable)

 Simple Plumbing Permit Fee (if applicable)

 Water Meter & Sewer Tie-In Fees (if applicable)

 Electronic Meter Reader (if applicable)

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION TRAILER:

Construction trailer for residential projects require a building permit. If utilities are needed for the

construction trailer, a simple electric and/or simple plumbing permit will be required. General contractor will

apply for permit and list required subcontractors.

Requirements: Construction trailer shall not encroach the Residential Zoning required setbacks.

NECESSARY DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTS: The following is a general outline of Drawings and documents

necessary for plan review (Building Inspection may request additional information if necessary).

1. Site plan must include property line, building line setbacks, and location of trailer.

2. Construction trailer shall not encroach the building line setbacks.

FEES: Refer to the fee schedule for applicable fees.

 Building Permit Fee (for residential construction trailer only)

 Simple Electrical Permit Fee (if applicable)

 Simple Plumbing Permit Fee (if applicable)

 Water Meter Fees (if applicable)

 Electronic Meter Reader (if applicable)

 Sanitary Sewer Tie-In (if applicable)

NOTE:

1. Balance of all fees must be paid prior to issuance of building permit.

2. Drawings must be drawn to scale, dimensioned and of sufficient clarity.

3. Permit holder is responsible for requesting and completing all required inspections.

This handout is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on in place of official regulations and/or policies. The CITY OF PLANO makes no representations, guarantees, or warranties as to the accuracy,

completeness, currency, or suitability of the information provided via the handout. Customers and citizens are personally responsible for complying with all local, state and federal laws pertaining to projects within

the city. Copies of the CITY OF PLANO adopted codes and Zoning Ordinances can be found on the city website at www.plano.gov or at the CITY OF PLANO Municipal Center at 1520 Avenue K, Plano, Texas.

CONSTRUCTION TRAILER

PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

Building Inspections Department ~ 1520 Ave K, Suite 140 Plano, TX 75074 ~ 972-941-7140 fax 972-941-7187

www.buildinginspections.org

FM624CG016 REV. 01/14/19