What does a new house permit cost in San Antonio?
Updated November 11, 2026 · Built from official fee schedules and city permit records
How San Antonio figures the fee
New homes pay one bundled fee by square footage that covers the building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing permits and plan review. Projects over 1,000 sq ft left unfinished get a 50% discount.
| House size | Total basic permit fees |
|---|---|
| 1 to 500 sq ft | $752.10 |
| 1,001 to 1,250 sq ft | $1,175.30 |
| 1,501 to 1,750 sq ft | $1,603.20 |
| 1,751 to 2,000 sq ft | $1,665.30 |
| 2,251 to 2,500 sq ft | $1,673.30 |
| 2,501 to 3,000 sq ft | $1,728.50 |
| 3,001 to 3,500 sq ft | $2,026.30 |
| 4,001 to 5,000 sq ft | $2,226.50 |
The typical new house permitted over the last 12 months was 2,347 sq ft (middle half 1,938 to 3,068).
How long it takes
Across 3,592 new house permits San Antonio issued in the last 12 months, the median wait was 9 days. A quarter took 6 days or less, and a quarter took 28 days or more.
What else you will pay
- Sewer ($73.60) and gas ($73.60) permits, plus optional temporary power fees.
- Builders need a City Residential Builder license ($195.50, valid two years).
- Tree, drainage and impact fees apply on some lots.
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Sources
- Fees: San Antonio DSD FY 2027 Development Fee Schedule (revised October 2026)
- Permit data: San Antonio Building Permits (data.sanantonio.gov), permits issued November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026. Processing time is measured from submittal date to issue date.
This is an independent guide built from public records. It is not affiliated with the San Antonio Development Services Department (DSD). Fees change, and the city calculates your final fee when you apply; confirm the amount with the city before you budget.
Common questions
How much is a building permit for a new house in San Antonio?
A 2,347 sq ft house pays $1,673.30 in basic permit and plan review fees under the FY2027 schedule.
How long does a new house permit take in San Antonio?
The median was 9 days from submittal to issue.