Building-Inspections0702-3122

​The Building Inspections Division administers​ and enforces the building construction, fire, zoning, and neighborhood integrity codes and ordinances in an effort to ensure a safe, well maintained community.​

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Contractor Information

​The Building Inspections Department requires contractors who do construction work in Coppell to register with the city.

Below are links to current contractors registered with the City of Coppell.  The lists below are not endorsed by the City of Coppell.  They only represent a listing of all contractors that have registered with the City of Coppell per City Ordinance.

• ​General Contractors
  
• Irrigation Contractors
• Electrical Contractors
• Mechanical Contractors
• Plumbing Contractors

Fee Schedule / Forms and Applications​

Other Forms and Applications:​

• ​Certificate of Occupancy
• Clean and Show​
• Board of Adjustment​
• Building and Standards (Please contact 972-304-3500)

Adopted Codes and Ordinances

​Rental Registration Program

Registration Forms and Inspection Checklist:

Emergency (after business hours) building inspections

​To schedule an emergency building inspection please call the Emergency Hotline at 972-304-3551.

For Emergency Gas Leaks:

• If you smell gas, call Atmos at 1-866-322-8667 or 911.
• Licensed Registered Plumber will need to obtain a permit.  If after normal business hours, on weekends, or holidays please submit a permit online or next business day.  (For a list of registered plumbers click here.)
• Once the job is completed the Licensed Plumber will call the emergency hotline at 972-304-3551 and schedule an inspection.
• The on-call Inspector will make the necessary arrangements to inspect the repair and/or gas test.  (To see the On-Call list click here.)
• Once the inspection has passed the Inspector will release it to Atmos.
• The Homeowner will then need to contact Atmos to re-connect the gas line.  Atmos will not allow the Inspector to schedule the re-connect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the City of Coppell require building permits?

The City of Coppell requires permits to verify that the construction or development will comply with building codes and zoning ordinances.  The building codes and zoning ordinances are adopted by the city council.  The development projects are also inspected to insure that they comply with all current building codes.

How do I request an after-hours EMERGENCY Building Inspection?

If you smell gas, call Atmos at 1-866-322-8667 or 911. To schedule an emergency Building Inspection (Gas Leak/Electrical Re-Connect) please call the Emergency Hotline at 972-462-5150.

Construction Noise

Construction activity is only allowed between the hours of 7 am and 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and between the hours of 9 am and 7 pm on Saturday, Sundays, and legal holidays.  An exception to these hours may be granted for special conditions.

How can I apply for a Special Events Permit?

For Special Events permits please contact Kami McGee at 972-462-5126.

DIVISION STAFF