Residential/Commercial Update Permit Process
1. The Update Permit Application must be fully completed, including an estimated valuation of the project
and description of work to be performed. The contractor performing the work must be registered with
the City. An Update Permit generally does not require site plans or schematics to be included with the
application.
2. Payment is received by the City. (* $110 for the permit and inspections total for value up to $10,000.00
and higher for value greater than $10,000.00)
3. City staff process the application:
o Payment is processed.
o Receipt is generated.
o Copy of application and any supporting documentation is sent to Bureau Veritas.
o Permit is issued.
o Application is marked as “pending inspection” and filed.
4. After work is completed, contractor or homeowner contacts Bureau Veritas at 877-837-8775 to request
an inspection.
5. Inspection is performed.
6. Bureau Veritas submits the results of the inspection to the City. The application is marked as complete,
recorded, and filed.
Who needs an Update Permit?
Anyone whose property resides within the City of Aubrey and who is adding or reworking heating/cooling
systems, electrical fixtures, or plumbing fixtures such as water heaters to an existing residential or commercial
structure. Those whose property resides in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) do not have to apply for an
Update Permit with the City of Aubrey. However, Denton County may require permits or inspections. The
number for the Denton County planning department is 940-349-2990.
*Property owners who qualify for and claim a homestead exemption may perform the work themselves in lieu
of a contractor. In such cases, a permit and inspection is still required.
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