CITY OF SWEENY, TX

Please use the MyGov Portal to apply for any ANNUAL FIRE INSPECTIONS.  More details are below under FIRE.
SWEENY MYGOV PORTAL

PERMITS & APPLICATIONS INFORMATION
DO I NEED A PERMIT  - see information on a shortened scope of those jobs that require permits.  Please contact the Permits Department for more information and specific requirements.
VENDORS- see information on a shortened scope of those selling merchandise or food related items within city limits and the requirements of state, county, and/or city permits.  Please contact the Permits Department for more information and specific requirements.  Temporary and Annual Mobile Food Unit Permit Applications can be found below. 

Permit Applications, Guidelines, and Additional Information can be found BELOW.  For further information or to apply for permits, email completed applications to kdsmith@sweenytx.gov     
PERMITS MUST BE DISPLAYED ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES AS WORK IS BEING COMMENCED.  

REGISTERED CONTRACTORS

The City of Sweeny Does NOT endorse contractors.  These listed have simply registered and submitted the required documentation to work in the City of Sweeny.   Property owners are recommended to check references before selecting a contractor.  Property owners should confirm their hired contractor has pulled a permit prior to work commencing.
Contractors information is what was provided to us upon registration.  REGISTERED CONTRACTORS LIST

Notice to Contractors:  You must haul off all building materials or contract a Roll Off Disposal Dumpster.  Our trash company does not pick up building materials without a scheduled and paid pickup or roll off.   Contractors Registration

BUILDING CODES

• 2015 International Building Code
• International Residential Building Code 2015
• National Electrical Code 2014
• National Standard Plumbing Code 2015
• International Energy Conservation Code 2015
• National Fire Protection 2018
• International Fire Code 2018
• Annual Fire Inspections (apply at MyGov)  
• Windstorm Requirement Category/Zone 3 at 140 MPH

The City of Sweeny does not have the authority to enforce deed restrictions.  Identify any property specific information such as deed restrictions or restrictive covenants on the property prior to applying for permits.  The applicant is responsible for any conflicts between property specific information and the request for the proposed development.  

FLOOD ELEVATION INFORMATION 
The city does not shoot elevations.  You must contact an independent surveyor.  For more information regarding elevations, and FEMA, please use the below links.   For more Drainage District information, please see below under DRAINAGE DISTRICT. 
Flood Hazard Prevention Chapter 153; City Ordinance
FEMA Flood Map Service Center | Welcome!
FEMA's Estimated Base Flood Elevation (BFE) Viewer (usgs.gov)
Emergency Preparation | Texas Flood
Flood Hazard Mapping Updates (fema.gov)
Find Your Home's Flood Risk | Flood Factor

CONTACT US
City permits are obtained through City Hall.  City Hall is open Monday through Friday (8:30am-4:30pm). 
Physical Address: 102 W. Ashley Wilson Road, Sweeny, Texas
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 248, Sweeny, Texas, 77480
Phone: (979) 548-3321
FAX: (979) 548-7745
For help and information regarding contractor registrations, permits, inspections, and/or zoning regulations/locations, please contact Kaydi Smith at (979) 548-3321 or via e-mail at kdsmith@sweenytx.gov.