Texas renewal guide
Contractor Registration (El Paso)
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
$102.00
Bond requirement
Yes — $50,000.00
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Make sure the bond still clears
The $50,000.00 bond requirement needs to stay active through the renewal.
- 2
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 3
File with the board
File through City of El Paso Planning & Inspections and pay the $102.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
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Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 14 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
El Paso Contractor Registration
The City of El Paso requires contractors to register annually with Planning & Inspections to obtain building permits within city limits.
Requirements
- Bond: $50,000 blanket construction bond required
- Insurance: $100,000 minimum general liability with City as certificate holder
- Application Fee: $102 annual registration fee
Renewal Information
- Renewal Period: Annually
- Renewal Fee: $102
Scope of Work
Registered contractors can obtain building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permits for construction work within El Paso city limits.
Application Process
Submit through the Accela Citizen Access portal or in person at the One-Stop Shop (811 Texas Ave). Contact (915) 212-0104 for questions.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with El Paso Planning & Inspections.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- Bond Certificate
- Business Registration
Source notes
City of El Paso Planning & Inspections . Fee ($102/yr) and bond ($50K) verified. Updated March 2026.
Rules move. Check City of El Paso Planning & Inspections again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.
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