Is a permit required for replacement of a water heater?

Yes. Owners may obtain the permit and perform the work on their own homestead. Permitting requires proof of a homestead exemption filed through the Central Appraisal District of Taylor County, located at:
1534 S Treadaway Boulevard
Abilene, TX 79602

They can contacted at 325-676-9381. Verification can be provided using a copy of your tax form.

If the work is to be performed by a contractor, the contractor must be a properly licensed plumbing contractor and must be registered with the City of Abilene.

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1. Why are construction permits required?
2. When is a permit required?
3. Is a permit required for construction of a carport?
4. Is a permit required for construction of a fence?
5. Is a permit required for re-roofing a house?
6. Is a permit required for construction of a storage building?
7. Is a permit required for replacement of a water heater?
8. Is a permit required for construction of a wooden deck?
9. When does a permit expire?
10. Can I obtain a permit to do electrical work at my own house?
11. Do I need an asbestos survey to demolish interior walls, a portion of a structure, or the entire structure for a commercial building?
12. What will happen if work requiring a permit is performed without contractor or owner first obtaining a permit?
13. How can I find out if a contractor is registered with the City of Abilene?
14. How do I become credentialed as a contractor in Abilene?
15. How can I get a Certificate of Occupancy?
16. How do I establish wastewater service?
17. How do I get a service connection to a City sewer main?
18. What is a construction inspection?
19. How do I schedule an inspection?
20. Who performs inspections?
21. How long are house plans kept on file?
22. What construction codes does the City of Abilene currently use?
23. Which permits do I need to install a mobile home in Abilene?
24. Who do I call to have underground lines marked before I start to dig on my property?