Texas renewal guide
Contractor Registration (Fort Worth)
If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.
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What matters before you file.
Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.
Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 12 months
Renewal fee
$168.75
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 2
File with the board
File through City of Fort Worth Development Services Department and pay the $168.75 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online - 3
Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 7 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Fort Worth Contractor Registration
The City of Fort Worth Development Services Department requires all firms and individuals obtaining building, mechanical, plumbing, or electrical permits to maintain a valid contractor registration.
Requirements
- Insurance: Required documentation of applicable insurance
- Trade License: State trade licenses required where applicable (e.g., electrical)
- Application Fee: $168.75
Renewal Information
- Renewal Period: Annually
- Renewal Fee: $168.75 (effective October 2024 fee schedule)
Scope of Work
Registered contractors can obtain permits for building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work within Fort Worth city limits.
Application Process
Submit through the Accela online permitting system or contact Development Services for in-person submission.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with Fort Worth Development Services.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- Business Registration
- Government-Issued ID
Source notes
City of Fort Worth Development Services . Fee ($168.75) from Oct 2024 fee schedule. Updated March 2026.
Rules move. Check City of Fort Worth Development Services Department again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.
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