Permit Fees:


*PLEASE NOTE THAT AS OF SEPTEMBER 2021, THE CITY OF DESOTO WILL CHARGE IMPACT FEES for all new residential and new commercial projects. Please see city ordinace for breakdown of fees.

https://www.ci.desoto.tx.us/2094/NEW-Impact-Fee-Ordinance

Permit Type
Fee
Certificate of Occupancy$200.00
Demolition$120.00
Fence/Retaining Wall$35.00
Foundation Repair$160.00
Carport/ patio covers, pergolas (Residential)$100.00
Mobile Homes$160.00
Sprinkler/Irrigation$50.00
Storage/Accessory Buildings will require a building permit.
(Storage/Accessory buildings that exceed 240 sq. ft. must obtain a SUP through Planning & Zoning.)
$50.00
Clean & Show (for temporary water, power, gas) $200.00
Above-Ground Swimming Pool (Includes Spas & Hot Tubs)
NOTE: Permit not required for under 24" in height) 
$250.00
In-Ground Swimming Pool$250.00
Flat work (driveways, driveway extensions, walkways) $200.00
Gas Line Repair$110.00
Signage (permanent)
$215.00
Revisions to a plan review
$125.00
Residential Alterations and Remodels (no increase in footprint)

Residential plan review

 Single Family: 
 (PLEASE SEE WATER DEPARTMENT FOR WATER METER FEES)

$600.00

$1000.00

$1300.00
Single Trade Permits: water heaters, gas test, electrical, HVAC, etc. (Any mechanical, electrical or plumbing)$62.50
Roofing- The City of DeSoto does have an ordinance (ordinance no. 2006-14) that requires a minimum 30-year limited warranty shingle. However, 
effective 9/1/2019 the State passed Texas House Bill 2439 (exterior building material restrictions)that supersedes the 
City of DeSoto’s ordinance. If you have any future questions please contact the Building Official at 972-230-9621.
$110.00
Storm Shelters / Safe rooms $150.00
 Solar $150.00
 Windows $100.00