Frequently Asked Questions

The City of Burleson currently uses the following codes: 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Fire Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and the 2020 National Electric Code (NEC).

A Home Occupation, as defined by the City of Burleson's Code of Ordinances, is an occupation in a dwelling unit that meets the following qualifications: 

1. No person other than members of the family residing on the premises are engaged in the occupation on the premises. 

2. The use of the dwelling unit for the home occupation is clearly incidental and subordinate to its use for residential purposes by its occupants, and not more than 250 square feet of floor area of the dwelling unit are used in the conduct of the home occupation. 

3. There is no visible evidence of the conduct of the home occupation from outside the building. 

4. The home occupation is not conducted in an accessory building. 

5. Any sales in connection with the home occupation are clearly secondary, and there are no sales from the dwelling. 

6. Traffic is not generated by the home occupation in greater volumes than would normally be expected in a residential neighborhood, and any need for parking generated by the conduct of the home occupation is met off the street and other than in a required front yard. 

7. Equipment, processes or work is not used or conducted in the home occupation which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses off the lot. In the case of electrical interference, no equipment, process or work is used or conducted which creates visual or audible interference in any radio or television receivers off the premises, or causes fluctuation in line voltage off the premises. 

8. The following occupations are specifically excluded as home occupations: operation of beauty culture schools, beauty parlors, barber shops, lawn mower or other small engine repair, automotive repair, television, radio, or electronic repair and bicycle repair. 

To find out where in Burleson Home Occupations are permitted, please see the Zoning section of the City's Code of Ordinances. You may contact the Development Services Department for assistance at 817-426-9611.

The City of Burleson requires registration for the following contractors: electricians, mechanical, plumbing, irrigation, back flow testers, and fire prevention. The following lists the required documents for each type of registration: 

Electrician: Copy of state license, Copy of current driver's license, Proof of insurance and Registration form

Mechanical: Copy of state license, Copy of current driver's license, Proof of insurance and Registration form

Plumbing: Copy of State license, Copy of current driver's license and Registration form 

Irrigation: Copy of State license, Copy of current driver's license, Proof of insurance and Registration form 

Back flow testers: Back flow certification card, Copy of current driver's license, Current meter calibration certificate, General liability insurance and Registration forms for Company and Tester.

Fire Prevention: $50 Fee (except for fire alarm), Copy of State license, Proof of insurance, Completed application form 

Please note: A completed form consists of business name, address, phone number, register's name, address, email address, and phone number.

The City of Burleson requires a permit for storage buildings. Requirements are as follows: Provide street address Note location of adjacent street(s) Identify primary structure Provide dimensions of proposed accessory structure Note location and width of any utility easements Note location of any other accessory structures, including swimming pools Note setbacks from property lines and adjacent structure(s)

Minimum setbacks are as follows:

Rear: May abut, but not encroach into utility easement. If there is no rear yard easement, minimum rear setback is (3') three feet.

Side (interior lot lines): May abut, but not encroach into utility easement. If there is no side yard easement, minimum side setback is (3') three feet

Side (adjacent to side street): Structure must be set back at least 10 feet from a side property line adjacent to a side street. If a platted building line greater than 10 feet is in place, structure must be located at, or behind platted line.

Separation between primary and accessory structures: Separation between these structures must be at least 6 feet.

Permits may be purchased at City Hall in the Building Permits and Inspections Department. Call 817-426-9632 for more information.

Yes, a permit is required. Privacy fences may be no more than eight feet in height. For additional regulations, see Code of Ordinances, Chapter 36.

Both in-ground and above-ground pools require permits as provided for in City Code of Ordinances.

There are two ways to request an inspection: Online through the City website or by calling the inspection request line number 817-426-9636. This is an automated line. You will need to provide your name, contact number, address being inspected, the type of inspection, and the application number. Your inspection request must be submitted by 8:00 p.m. the day before you need your inspection.

Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Inspections are performed between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. If you need to cancel or re-schedule a scheduled inspection please call 817-426-9632.

You can now view the requested inspections each day on one of our interactive maps.

The total height of a new or reconstructed retaining wall, and the proximity to permanent construction determines if a permit will be required.  This table provides the guidelines to determine when a permit is needed.  For more information on retaining walls, please contact Building Permits and Inspections at 817-426-9632.

Yes, permits are required. Please contact Building Permits and Inspections at 817-426-9632.