Yes. Most exterior remodeling projects in Dallas will require a permit, especially if they involve major structural changes to the property. This includes projects like: Adding or removing walls.
Construction noise is covered by Chapter 12.08. 440 in Title 12 of the County Codes. Most construction must take place between a.m. and p.m. during normal weekdays. However, emergency repairs may be performed as necessary.
All construction work may be conducted between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. each day. Any work performed outside these hours will be subject to the noise ordinance, and citations will be issued if not in compliance. For further questions, contact the Planning and Development department.
Dallas. The City of Dallas requires you to file an application for contractor registration based on the license type you need. General contractor work includes residential and commercial general contracting, roofing, fencing, foundation, demolition, and pool contracting.
Report violations to the City of Dallas by dialing 3-1-1 (24 hours - 7 days a week). Construction is limited to 7 AM until 7 PM Monday through Friday and 8 AM until 7 PM on Saturdays and legal holidays, when work is on or adjacent to a residential use as defined in the Dallas Development Code.
(1) No mechanical loudspeaker or sound amplifier may be operated within 150 feet of the property line of the premises of a residence, except between the hours of a.m. and sunset, as designated by publication in a local newspaper of general circulation.
5. What are the permitted hours for construction activity? Construction operations, including the delivery of materials and equipment, which produce noise disturbances, are only permitted between the hours of a.m. to p.m. on weekdays and a.m. to p.m. on weekends.
You may schedule an inspection by: Call our Automated Inspection Line at 214-670-5313. You must have your validation number found on the Contractor's Authorization form AND the 3-digit inspection code found here.