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Bids
The City of Temple no longer maintains a bidders list. We are members of http://www.demandstar.com/ an internet bid notification company. In order to be notified of a bid/proposal, vendors must be a member of http://www.demandstar.com/ . To view a list of current bids and proposals, please refer to the "current bids and proposals" link.

Building Permits

Check Permit Status

Permits are needed for the following
When any owner, authorized agent, or contractor who desires to construct, enlarge, alter, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the technical codes.

Call the Permit Clerk for any clarification or questions at (254) 298-5640.

Requirements
Three (3) full sets of plans are required for building permits. A completed permit application does not allow you to begin work. You may begin to work after the permit has been approved.

Residential building permits usually take 5 to 7 working days.
Commercial building permits take about 15 working days.

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Temple Chamber of Commerce

Welcome to the Temple Chamber of Commerce

Welcome to the Temple, Texas Chamber of Commerce home page! Through the pages of our website, we invite you to explore the many facets of our dynamic city. From its pioneer and railroad heritage to its modern designation as one of the nation's outstanding medical communities, Temple has been a city determined to fashion its own future.

The results of that determination are evident in its planned industrial and economic growth, the cooperative spirit of its public and private sectors, the commitment to its colleges and schools, the revitalization of its "Uptown" business district, and its commitment to the highest possible quality of life for all of its citizens.

Temple is a family town. It is a hub for manufacturing and distribution. It is a destination for recreation and relaxation. It is a center for medical care, research, and education. It will surprise and delight you with its cultural attractions. It will offer you an exceptional environment in which to do business. It will welcome you enthusiastically and make you quickly feel at home.

On behalf of the members of the Temple Chamber of Commerce, we encourage you to experience our city on the world wide web, but, better yet, come see us in person!

Construction Safety Department

Overview

Construction Safety Department consists of three subdivisions. The Construction Safety Department is responsible for the general administration of the public's life, health and welfare and improve the quality of life in Temple through the adoption, interpretation and enforcement of performance based building codes and zoning ordinance. This department consist of three subdivisions. Inspections, Permits, and Code Enforcement.

Building Permits:

Building Permits are required to erect, alter or enlarge any structure on your residential or commercial property. Permits are required for work ranging from new construction, remodeling, repair, and additions, to new roofs, swimming pools, retaining walls, lawn sprinklers and signs. Whether you are building a new facility or adding on, a permit must be accompanied with a site plan that shows the proposed work and its location in relation to property lines existing buildings. Plan diagrams and specifications assist in determining if the project conforms to building and zoning regulations. Permits are also needed when owner, authorized agent, or contractor who desires to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which regulated by the technical codes. Requirements for new commercial building are: 3 sets of plans (CD's preferred) and completed permit application. You may begin work after the permit application has been approved.

Call the Permit Clerk for any clarification or questions at (254) 298-5640
On Line Services: Check Permit Status
permitapplications@ci.temple.tx.us

E-mail us at inspectionrequest@ci.temple.tx.us

Download a complete list of permit fees

Download permit applications

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Inspections
The Building Inspection Department reviews construction plans for residential, commercial and other projects. They approve plans and follow up with periodic inspections to ensure that work meets various building codes and ordinances. The City of Temple uses the following codes:
International Building Code - 2006

International Energy Conservation Code - 2006

International Electrical Code - 2005

International Fire Code - 2006

International Fuel Gas Code - 2006

International Property Maintenance Code - 2006

International Mechanical Code - 2006

International Plumbing Code - 2006

If a contractor/owner needs to speak with an inspector, they are normally in the office Monday - Friday between 8:00 and 9:00 am and from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. In case of emergencies the inspector will work with a contractor/owner so not to leave a customer without gas, electrical or plumbing. The contractors are responsible for calling in their own inspections.

To request an inspection please call:

Building Inspector: Brian Kosel - (254) 298-5446
Electrical Inspector: James Redden - (254) 298-5644
Plumbing Inspector: (254) 298-5448
Fire Marshall: Mike Spivey - (254) 298-5426

Please leave the following information when requesting an inspection:

Permit Number
Construction Address
Contact Name
Phone Number
What kind of inspection

Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement verifies and enforces city and/ or state code or policy violations regarding land use laws supporting efforts regarding public, safety, nuisances, health conditions on property maintenance, including, but not limited to, litter control, high grass & weeds, accumulation of garbage or accumulation of junk or junked vehicles, parking violations and various other regulations including Property Maintenance Code. The ultimate goal is protecting all residents and assisting in protecting residential & business property value.

To report a code violation or concern, please call (254) 298-5670.

The information we will need to process a complaint or concern are the address of the concern and what you believe to be the possible violation. All complaints are kept confidential. Coded Enforcers are usually in the office Monday - Friday between 8:00 and 9:00 am and from 4:00 - 5:00 pm.

Substandard Structures: A structure is considered substandard when it does not meet the standards of specifications established in the International Property Maintenance Code. The International Property Maintenance Code enables the City of Temple to require repair, maintenance or demolition of structures that may endanger the life, health and safety of occupants or the public. The code requires owners to maintain their structures and to prevent infestation of insects and rodents.

Commission Hearings:
Building and Standards Commission hears and determines cases concerning alleged violations of the City Ordinances related to building codes, including the minimum housing code; conditions covered by accumulation of matter creates unsanitary and unhealthy conditions. The board determines repairs, maintenance or demolition of structure.
There are 5 members which meet 1st Monday of each month at 2:00 pm in the City Council Chambers North Main St.

Temple Economic Development Department

Temple, Texas is an exceptional location for your business because we are located on I-35 near the center of the Texas Triangle and within 200 miles of 19 million people. Not only is the geography right, but amenities include rail, direct interstate access, easy regional and international airport access and quality, shovel-ready commercial and industrial developments. "Team Temple" is geared up to serve the medical, health and bioscience industry, manufacturing, logistics, distribution and transportation, software and hardware technology and communication business and industry. Temple has all the big city stuff without the hassle-----Choose Temple-----you will be glad you did.

Our website is designed to make it easy for you to get the information you need quickly and efficiently. The "one-click" information packet gets you to prime information about Temple as a location for you or your client.

The Planning Department

Overview

The Planning Department provides professional planning guidance on current and future urban growth, development issues, and economic development to promote quality development. The department maintains an updated comprehensive plan to guide development decisions and capital improvement plans for providing services in the community. The staff works cooperatively with property owners and developers in implementing the City's development standards Strategic Accomplishment

• Developed Growth Management Programs
• Created various overlay districts to the Unified Development Code (Interstate 35, Historical)
• Completed temporary Metal District Limitation Ordinance
• Completed Phase I of Unified Development Code (UDC)
• Completed Phase I of Landscape Ordinance

Strategic Goals

• Complete Comprehensive Plan including Transportation Plan and Growth Management
• Develop major code amendments for UDC
• Create Phase II of Landscape Regulations
• Create metal building limitation regulations
• Develop an annexation plan
• Encourage downtown residential living
• Inform the ISD's about the growth and changes in Temple to coordinate infrastructure

Significant Budget Issues

• Additional funding for traffic analysis and perimeter street fee analysis
• Additional funding for major review of the UDC
• Additional funding for surveying and legal descriptions for growth management areas