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In the State of Texas, anyone can be a General Contractor, including homeowners, and a state license is not required. Please visit the Contractor Responsibilities section to learn more about the GC responsibilities.
All storage buildings require a building permit. There are additional zoning requirements associated with the location, maximum height and square footage, depending upon your lot size.
State regulators in Texas do not require you to have a general contractor license. However, that's just at the state level — you will need to check handyperson and contractor license requirements in your city to know if one is required. Also, be prepared to apply for your Texas Business License.
Here are five steps that can help you become a contractor in Texas: Register a state business entity. Choose a contractor license type. Meet the basic requirements for your license. Obtain a Texas contractor license bond or insurance. Apply for your license.
Businesses who decide to incorporate – become a corporation, a limited liability company (LLC), or a limited partnership – must file a certificate of formation with the Texas Secretary of State. Likewise, businesses in Texas who form a limited liability partnership must register with the Texas Secretary of State.
The state of Texas doesn't require general contractors, home improvement specialists, or handyman services to hold a license. But remember: The area in which you're working might have other ideas on paperwork. In Texas, contractor license bonds are enforced at the city or county level.
