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New Braunfels, Texas Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

4.7

Friction Index Low Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

26 days

3-4 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$6,775

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$5,200

per lot

Permit Fee

$1,150

residential

Plan Review Fee

$425

per application

Delay Risk

13%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Overlay Districts

Permitted By-Right Uses

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan
✓ Foundation engineering report
✓ Structural plans sealed by TX PE
✓ Plumbing, mechanical, electrical permits
✓ Edwards Aquifer compliance (if in protection zone)
✓ Stormwater/drainage plan
✓ Zoning compliance verification
✓ New Braunfels Utilities approval
✓ Fire department review

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio. Extremely fast growth. Very builder-friendly policies. Edwards Aquifer rules apply in some areas. Quick permit turnaround.

Recent Changes

New Braunfels adopted growth management plan updates Nov 2025. No fee increases. Pro-development stance continues.

Rezone Probability

80%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(830) 221-4050

Official Website

https://www.nbtexas.org/298/Inspections

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