Site Plan for a Permit in Lubbock, Texas

Lubbock keeps growing south and west, and new homes, shops and metal buildings are a big part of local permit work. A clear site plan helps the Building Safety team see property lines, easements and utilities at a glance.

Site Plans TX prepares permit-ready site plans for Lubbock properties across Lubbock County, drawn from your survey or plat and the scope of your project.

Who reviews permits in Lubbock?

Permits are reviewed by the City of Lubbock Building Safety Department at 1314 Avenue K. Applications and inspections are handled through the City’s Citizen Self Service (CSS) portal.

Zoning and development standards are set by Lubbock’s Unified Development Code (UDC).

What a Lubbock site plan needs to show

Requirements vary by project, but Lubbock reviewers commonly look for:

• Property lines and lot dimensions
• Existing and proposed buildings
• Setbacks
• Easements and utilities
• Driveways and parking
• Drainage direction

Local rules that affect Lubbock projects

• New structures, additions, demolitions, structural repairs and changes of occupancy require permits.
• Commercial submittals need a scaled site plan showing property lines, easements, utilities and parking.
• Permits stay valid for 180 days when work begins and continues; stalled work can let a permit expire.
• Licensed contractors are required for plumbing, electrical and mechanical work.

Projects we draw site plans for in Lubbock

In Lubbock we most often prepare plans for new homes, metal buildings and shops, carports, additions and commercial pad sites. Every plan is drawn for the actual lot, with dimensions the reviewer can check quickly.

Before you submit in Lubbock

• Locate utility easements before siting a shop
• Have your plat or survey ready
• Confirm your UDC zoning district
• Plan the driveway and parking layout

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a site plan for a permit in Lubbock?

Most new buildings, additions and site improvements in Lubbock need a drawing that shows where the work sits on the lot. Permits are reviewed by the City of Lubbock Building Safety Department at 1314 Avenue K. Smaller projects may only need a marked survey, so confirm the requirement for your specific scope.

Where do I submit permit drawings in Lubbock?

Applications and inspections are handled through the City’s Citizen Self Service (CSS) portal.

What should a Lubbock site plan show?

Typically property lines and lot dimensions, existing and proposed buildings, setbacks, easements and utilities, plus any items the reviewer asks for on your project.

Can Site Plans TX guarantee approval?

No. The City of Lubbock and any other reviewing authority make the final decision. We draw the agreed site plan from your property information and fix covered drafting comments at no charge.

Source: City of Lubbock official permit information. Requirements change, so confirm current rules with the City before you submit.