Amarillo Bathroom Remodel Permits 2026
Amarillo bathroom remodel permit fees, plan review, and required inspections for 2026.
Amarillo Bathroom Remodel permit basics
- Building department: City of Amarillo Building Safety Department
- Department URL: https://www.amarillo.gov/building-safety/
- Permit fee typical: $150 - $900 permit fee
- Plan review + approval: 5-12 business days
- Inspections required: 3-5 inspections (rough plumbing, rough electrical, framing, final)
Amarillo Bathroom Remodel common issues
Ventilation requirements (50 CFM minimum), GFCI placement, waterproofing in showers (tile + grout no longer accepted as waterproof).
Amarillo-specific permitting context
Amarillo straddles Potter and Randall counties on the windy Texas Panhandle, and issues all permits and contractor licensing electronically through the My Government Online (MGO Connect) portal.
Climate factors: Semi-arid High Plains climate with very high winds, blowing dust, hail, and cold winters at high elevation.
Texas licensing for Bathroom Remodel contractors
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) - for HVAC, electrical, plumbing only; no statewide GC license - no statewide license, but Amarillo likely requires local registration.
Mechanics lien deadline in Texas: 15th day of 4th month after last work (residential); 15th day of 3rd month (commercial). Preliminary notice: Notice to owner required by 15th day of 2nd month after first work for residential.
Amarillo Bathroom Remodel sales tax
Texas sales tax: 6.25% + local (~8.2% combined avg, capped at 8.25%). NEW CONSTRUCTION labor exempt. REMODELING and REPAIR labor on real property TAXABLE. Lump-sum vs. separated contracts treated differently.
Verify with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
Track Amarillo permits with KaamCam
KaamCam jobs have built-in permit tracking - permit number, date issued, inspection schedule, and inspector contact. Auto-reminders before each inspection date. $12 per seat per month. Start a free 7-day trial.