Knowledge Base

Projects that Require a Permit

Any owner or authorized agent who intends to do any of the following is required to obtain a permit:

Inside the City Limits:

• Construct, Enlarge, Alter, Repair, Move, Demolish or Change the Occupancy of a Building or Structure
• Erect, Install, Enlarge, Alter, Repair, Remove, Convert or Replace any Electrical, Gas, Mechanical, or Plumbing System
• List of Projects that Require a Permit 

Within the ETJ (Extra Territorial Jurisdiction)

• Additions with Plumbing and/or Electric (Residential or Commercial)
• Fire Permits for Commercial Projects 
• New Commercial Construction
• New Residential Construction
• Plumbing Systems
• Backflow Prevention Testing Form 
• Electrical Systems -Applies only if GUS (Georgetown Utility Systems) is the provider
• Remodels with Plumbing and/ or Electric (Residential or Commercial)
• Swimming Pools with auto fill (Plumbing Permit Only)
• Utility Connections – Water Only
• Water Heater Replacement
• Water Softener
• Well to Water
• Mobile Home connecting to City of Georgetown Water

Projects located outside of the City Limits and outside the ETJ (County)

• Utility Connection Application 

 Additional Resources:

• Permit Process
• Permit Fees
• Work Exempt from a Permit
• General Questions - Email permits@georgetowntexas.gov or call 512-930-2550