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Our Mission
The mission of the Building Inspection Division is to ensure the safety and welfare of the general public by enforcing building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical code regulations within the City of Murphy.Permits
Permits ensure the proposed construction meets zoning as well as adopted building codes. When construction has begun, it is your responsibility to schedule needed inspections as indicated by the Building Inspection Department. Permits and inspections help ensure safe construction with sound materials. Applications must be made and permits issued prior to beginning work.Inspections
Inspections called in before 3 p.m. will go out the next business day, excluding holidays.The Inspection Line is 972-468-4050. Registered contractors can create an online account to schedule inspections.
If cancelling an inspection, you must call 972-468-4100 before 9:00 a.m. and speak to a live person. Any cancellations left on the voicemail will still go out for inspection and could result in fees being charged.
Same-day inspections/re-inspections are subject to an additional fee. This includes inspections called in after 3 p.m. cut-off time. Payment is due prior to inspection request being made.
Please include the following information when calling for an inspection:
- Builder’s name
- Contact person name and phone number
- Inspection address
- Permit #
- Subdivision Name
- Inspection requested
View additional information regarding permits.
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Contact Us
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Building Inspections
Inspections are
scheduled by
Customer Service
206 N. Murphy Road
Murphy, TX 75094
Ph: 972-468-4100
Fx: 972-468-4104
Inspection Request
Ph: 972-468-4050
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Emergency
If you are experiencing an emergency, such as a water line break and/or a wastewater backup, please call 972-468-4236.
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