A permit is required for installing a retaining wall, and if the retaining wall is over four feet in height it requires engineered plans, signed and sealed by a registered engineer.
Do I need a permit for clearing or taking down trees?
Dead or diseased trees may be taken down without a permit. General clearing of trees requires a grading permit through the Permit Center.
How long will it take to get a building permit approved?
Commercial plans should take no more than 10 working days for approval, provided that the plans submitted contain all of the necessary information required. Residential new construction approval usually takes no more than 5 working days.
Is construction activity limited to specific hours?
The City of Tyler Code of Ordinances prohibits construction in close proximity to a residential area or hotel between the hours of 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. on weekdays and the hours of 6 p.m. and 7 a.m. on weekends. By City Code of Ordinances Section 4-90.
Building permits are good for six months from date of issuance. This period of time may be extended if you have been continuously working on the building and calling for the proper inspections when needed.
