Dallas Contractor Registration Requirements

This page is a factual guide to Dallas contractor registration. It is not a Texas state general contractor license page.

What Dallas says

• Dallas Code Chapter 52 says a person must apply to the Building Inspection Division to become a registered contractor for covered city work
• The city code says a contractor registration expires one year from issuance unless it is renewed
• Dallas directs renewals through DallasNow or the Permit Service Center

Fee and renewal facts

• Dallas code materials list a $120 contractor registration fee and a $30 registration-revision fee
• The city treats registration as a one-year credential, so contractors should verify the expiration date attached to their current city record before pulling permits
• If your company details change, use the city's registration workflow to update the file rather than relying on an old permit profile

Important notes

• Dallas city registration is separate from any state trade license you may need for electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or other regulated work
• This page summarizes the city registration layer, not every permit prerequisite or inspection rule that may apply to a specific project
• If you are unsure whether your work class falls inside the Dallas registration rules, confirm it with the Building Inspection Division before scheduling work

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current requirements directly with the Dallas Building Inspection Division and DallasNow before applying for or renewing city registration.*