Building Permits: Online Portal

Building Permits: Online Portal


Inspections conducted Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless offices are closed.

Requests received after 8 a.m. are conducted the next business day.

MGO LogoBelton uses MGO Connect for building permitting and inspection purposes. 

The software allows contractors and residents to:

  • Apply and pay for permits 
  • Submit plans
  • Track application progress
  • View/Print comment letters, inspection reports, building plans
  • Request inspections 
  • Receive real-time notifications
Instructions about how to register and use MGO Connect are available online. There is no cost to establish an account. For questions about how to use MGO Connect, contact customer support, 1-866-95PERMIT (73764) or support@mypermitnow.org.


Those without computer or Internet access may submit a paper application in person, by email (planning@beltontexas.gov), or by fax 254-933-5822, Attn: Planning Department, to the City of Belton Planning Department, 333 Water Street.

Adopted Codes 

  • 2015 International Building Code       

  • 2015 International Residential Code         

  • 2015 International Mechanical Code    

  • 2015 International Plumbing Code    

  • 2015 International Fuel Gas Code      

  • 2015 International Existing Building Code

  • 2015 International Energy Conservation Code   

  • 2015 International Fire Code    

  • 2014 National Electrical Code