Jamaica Beach, TX Permit Fees (2026)
Building permit fees and building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical/HVAC, and roofing permit fees for Jamaica Beach, straight from the official fee schedule, with a free permit fee calculator below.
The city's online fee estimator prices commercial new buildings, commercial remodels and commercial roofs with a $2,230 commercial application fee (electrical, plumbing and mechanical not included) plus a plan review fee of 50% of that fee. The posted fee schedule does not print these figures, so confirm any commercial project's fees with the Building Department before relying on an estimate here. See the official notice
In Jamaica Beach, a building permit for a $50,000 remodel runs $1,300.00 in permit fees, a $20,000 re-roof $175.00, a $10,000 HVAC change-out $350.00, a $10,000 electrical panel upgrade or rewire $350.00, and a $10,000 whole-house repipe $350.00. Totals include the documented surcharges and minimum fees. Each figure is that single permit only: a job that combines trades, like a kitchen remodel with electrical and plumbing work, pays each applicable permit. Pick a project to load it in the calculator below.
Jump to Permit Fee CalculatorCity of Jamaica Beach Building Fee Schedule (Building Permits and Miscellaneous Permits, effective October 1, 2024)
Covers building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical/HVAC, and roofing permits.
Apply online at the Jamaica Beach permit portal, or call 409-737-1142.
Schedule effective October 1, 2024. Last verified: November 3, 2026
Jamaica Beach Permit Fee Schedule
Every documented rule for each permit type, straight from the official schedule.
Electrical Permit Fees in Jamaica Beach
‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.
Homeowners and contractors planning a project check Jamaica Beach electrical permit fees here first. One sponsor per trade, flat monthly rate.
Advertise on This PageJamaica Beach Permit Fee Calculator
Pick a permit type and adjust the job value. Total updates instantly, itemized below.
Fees in Jamaica Beach are the same either way.
‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.
The city's online fee estimator prices commercial new buildings, commercial remodels and commercial roofs with a $2,230 commercial application fee (electrical, plumbing and mechanical not included) plus a plan review fee of 50% of that fee. The posted fee schedule does not print these figures, so confirm any commercial project's fees with the Building Department before relying on an estimate here. See the official notice
This fee rate is higher than in most Texas jurisdictions; it matches Jamaica Beach's official schedule as published.
Estimate only. Confirm with the Jamaica Beach building department before applying. Apply online. Phone: 409-737-1142. Permit fees only; excludes impact fees, utility connection charges, and other non-permit charges.
Homeowners and contractors planning a project check Jamaica Beach electrical permit fees here first. One sponsor per trade, flat monthly rate.
Advertise on This PageHow to Apply for a Permit in Jamaica Beach
Apply online through the City of Jamaica Beach MyGov permit portal; the city no longer accepts paper building permit applications. First register as a MyGov collaborator, request access to Jamaica Beach, and submit a contractor or homeowner registration for the city's approval (allow up to one business day). Then select Make New Request, choose Building Department and your permit type, enter the property address, pick a registered contractor, describe the project and attach the documents the request lists. New construction and additions need the Jamaica Beach Improvement Committee (HOA) approval letter. Review can take up to seven business days; once the request is approved the city issues an invoice, which you can pay online or at City Hall, and the permit is issued after payment. Call the Building Department with questions or to schedule an inspection.
Source: Jamaica Beach application instructions
Apply online: Jamaica Beach permit portal- Phone
- 409-737-1142 (ext. 101, option 7)
- Address
- City Hall, 16628 San Luis Pass Road, Jamaica Beach, TX 77554
- Hours
- Monday through Thursday 8 am to 5 pm, Friday 8 am to noon
- Source
- Official contact page
Jamaica Beach Permit Fee FAQs
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