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The following repairs of minor damages caused by Hurricane Rita do not require permits.

1. Repairs to roofs less than 100 square feet (one square),

2. Repairs to gutters,

3. Decorative shutters,

4. Breakaway walls,

5. Repairs to wheelchair ramps,

6. Facia replacement,

7. Repairs to porch and balcony railings,

8. Repairs to stairways/steps,

9. Protective measures before a storm,

10. Temporary repairs after a storm,

11. Leveling and repairs to an existing slab on grade foundations, unless wall anchorage is being altered or repaired,

12. Repairs to pier and beam foundations if no more than 25 percent of the piers or beams on the structure (constructed prior to June 1, 1972) are replaced,

13. Fence repair,

14. Painting, carpeting, and refinishing, plumbing, and electrical repairs,

15. Repairs to slabs poured on the ground for patios (including slabs under homes on pilings), and

16. Replacement of light bulbs and glass covers.

Generally speaking, all other structural repairs do require permits.  If you have questions, contact Dickinson Community Development at 281/337-6259 or stop by City Hall.

Bob Bratz

Lead Inspector