Code Enforcement

• In an effort to better our customer service, the City of Wharton Code Enforcement Department encourages you to contact us if there is any questions concerning the information listed.

• There are many requirements for every different type of permit. For more details, please contact our office at 979-532-2491, Monday-Friday, 8a.m. –5p.m., except on City Holidays or via email at ljaquez@cityofwharton.com.

Click Here for Codes Adopted

Click Here for Plan Review Attachment

Click Here for Requirements for Building Permit, Required Fees for Permits, Electrical Permit and Inspections, Required Licenses and Fees, Mechanical Permit, Plumbing Permit and Inspections, Penalties, Required Inspections

 Reproducible Forms (click on the link to open the document)

Building Mechanical Sign Permit Application

Code Enforcement Plan Review Application

Electrical and Plumbing Permit Application

Homestead Exemption Permit Application

House Moving Form/Application

Mobile Home Placement Application– Private Property/Subdivision or Mobile Home Park

Application to Request Placement of Off-Premise Outdoor Advertising Display Signs  (to be used in conjunction with church bazaars, fire department, fundraiser's, etc.)

Backflow Prevention Assembly Test and Maintenance Report