Reminder: Work on driveways (new or existing) requires permit

Thinking of putting in a driveway? Thinking of changing or improving a driveway that’s already there? Don’t forget: You need a permit!

Kerr County, Texas, requires permits for those looking to install a new driveway or modify an existing one situated along a county-maintained road within the right-of-way, said Kerr County Engineer Charlie Hastings, P.E., C.F.M.

“Doing driveway construction work without a permit poses the risk of damage to the county’s roads, can create problems with drainage issues and violates a court order that requires a permit to be obtained,” Hastings said.

“Recently, our office has been dealing with more and more people who seem to not realize a permit is actually required,” added engineering assistant, Bobby Gore, C.F.M.

The permit fee is nominal at $25 and can be downloaded by clicking HERE.

“Again, these Kerr County permits (per Court Order No. 36683) apply only to driveways along roads that are maintained by the county,” Hastings said.

For a list of current county-maintained roads, click HERE.

For permits to cover the installation or modification of driveways located along privately maintained roads, a resident and/or builder should contact their respective homeowners’ association.

Similarly, for permits related to work on driveways fronting state highways, contact the Kerrville Area TxDOT office at 830-257-8444.

Questions may be directed to the Kerr County Engineering Department at 830-896-9046 during the business hours of 7 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays.