Frequently Asked Questions

You can request a copy of an incident either in person or by mail. All requests need to be in writing and contain information such as date of offense and party involved. If you are another law enforcement agency or a business, please email your request on your letterhead to arodriguez@marblefallstx.gov.

1. Replace the battery at least once a year in models that use 9 volt batteries. The Seattle Fire Department recommends you change the battery in your smoke alarm when you change you clocks each fall.
2. Keep them clean. Dust and debris can interfere with how smoke alarms work. Regularly vacuum over your smoke alarm to keep it working right.

Completed applications can be returned to the Development Services Department or submitted using MyPermitNow.

All permit applications can be found on the Forms and Applications page.

A permit is required for all construction projects within the city.

Yes, in some cases.  The city has a one (1) mile extraterritorial jurisdiction from the city limit.  Permitting for signs, subdivisions (subdividing of land), non-point source pollution permits, and water quality is done through the city.

For properties outside the city limit connected to the city's water or wastewater system, a plumbing permit is required form the city.

Building, electrical, mechanical, and other related permits are not issued by the city; however, it is recommended that you contact the Burnet County offices for permitting requirements.

Permit fees vary widely depending on whether it is a residential or commercial project, and whether a utility connection is required or not.

To review the fee schedule relating to permitting click here, or contact the Development Services Department for more information.

Permits that do not require a review of construction plans, such as a plumber changing out a water heater, are issued immediately.  Permits that require the review of construction plans vary depending on the project.  For more information on permitting and review time-frames please contact the Development Services staff.

• 2015 International Building Code including Appendices A through M and Q
• 2015 International Residential Code including Appendices A through K
• 2015 International Plumbing Code
• 2015 International Mechanical Code including Appendices A and B
• 2015 International Fuel Gas Code including Appendices A and B
• 2015 International Energy Conservation Code including Appendices A and B
• 2015 International Fire Code including Appendices B through I
• 2014 National Electric Code including Annex A through H
• 2015 NFPA 101, Life Safety Code Handbook
• City of Marble Falls Code of Ordinances
• All State and Federal Laws

Please consult the Building Official regarding any amendments to the adopted codes that may or may not exist.

Time served may have been granted to you for the court costs and fine amount, but the $10 - $30 Omnibase fee may still be payable. Once that is paid, your driver's license should be cleared without one business day.

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YOU CAN REQUEST AN OFF DUTY POLICE OFFICER FOR SECURITY BY VISITING THE OFFICERTRAK® WEBSITE LINK: 

 https://odm.officertrak.com/Marble-Falls-TX-PD 

OR CALL OFF DUTY MANAGEMENT 24/7 TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-636-8300

No.

Please contact 830.798.6250 to request a copy of a deed.

Yes. Please contact us for assistance at 830-798-6250.

No. The Lakeside Pavilion cannot be accessed the night before an event for set up, decoration purposes, rehearsal dinners or dance practices; unless the facility is rented and paid for in advance.

Yes. Everyone entering the pool area counts toward the maximum capacity and affects staffing needs and facility maintenance.

Yes, as long as children under 14 years are supervised by someone who is at least 18  years old.

Yes. Lifeguards require children under 12 years to pass a swim test before using deeper sections or certain features. The test includes jumping into the deep end, submerging underwater, treading water for 20 seconds, swimming one length of the pool, and exiting independently.

No. Refunds are not issued for weather-related cancellations. However, you may reschedule one time to another available date within the same season. Please contact kgarick@marblefallstx.gov.

Outside food is not permitted, except for private party rentals. Drinks must be in sealed containers. Alcohol and glass containers are strictly prohibited.

Once a permit is issued for a job, an inspection can be scheduled by the contractor and/or owner via MyPermitNow.

Inspections are conduction within 24 to 48 hours after the request is made on MyPermitNow or after the call is received on our inspection line.

Applicants can view the inspection results online at MyPermitNow, or by email or phone call.  The inspector will also leave a Building Inspection Report indicating approved, corrections required, correct and proceed, or failed.  If the inspection failed, the Building Inspection Report will include the corrections to be made and a re-inspection if needed.

There are no inspection fees, on re-inspection fees.

The re-inspection fee for a new residence is $35.  Remodel fees for residential and commercial are $100 for each trip the inspector may make to the construction site.

When the water and sewer line(s) are installed along with a test performed prior to covering up, and prior to any electrical installed.

Prior to the placement of concrete.

After all above floor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical vents/ducts/unit(s) are installed and prior to placement of the insulation.

Prior to wallboard installation, per the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code.

Prior to tape and float/painting (includes Firewall Inspection if required).

Prior to the placement of concrete.

The Fire Marshal inspects the fire sprinklers, alarms, smoke control systems, and fire exits. The Fire Department will assess the type of construction, contents of the building, adequacy of fire protection equipment, and risks posed by adjoining buildings.

Your facility will need to be inspected only if there is a "change of use" for the building.

For example, if a building was previously used as a retail shop and now it is a restaurant, the building needs to pass inspection by the Fire Marshal and Building Official to ensure the building meets the current building codes and city ordinance(s) and is safe for its new use.  If a new tenant comes into the building and the use is the same or similar, no inspections need to be conducted.  A certificate of occupancy will be issued to the new tenant.

The final inspection is conducted after the building and site is finished and ready for occupancy.

A Certificate of Occupancy is a document issued by the City of Marble Falls certifying a building's compliance with applicable building codes and city ordinances, and indicating it to be in a condition suitable for occupancy.

An  impact  fee  is  a  one-time  payment  made  to  the  political  subdivision  (city,  water  or  utility  district) by a developer of a new development to pay for the cost of construction or expansion of water  and  sewer  facilities  located  outside  the  boundaries  of  the  new  development  and  that  are  needed by new development and its impact on the surrounding community.

Impact fees redistribute who pays for the new or expanded infrastructure.  Impact fees shift the burden of system expansion as a result to new development to the new customers.  Without impact fees, the expansion of existing facilities or the construction of new facilities (that are off-site of the development) would be paid using water and sewer utility rates, thus placing the financial burden on all existing and new customers.

• Extending sewer and water lines
• Increasing capacity in existing facilities
• Building new water storage facilities
• Building lift stations
• Building or expanding water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Other fees related to the above such as surveys, engineering, and land acquisition

Calculation

The process is set out in state law (Texas Local Government Code Ch. 395).

                          0.5 * Total Cost of capital improvements required to serve new development in the service area
Impact Fee =   ___________________________________________________________________________________________
                             Total number of new service units expected in the service area over the next 10 year period

Determining The Total Cost of Capital Improvements:

• Land use assumptions must be prepared in order to determine the number of new service units as well as capital improvements needed to serve those units in the service area. 
• Land use assumptions forecast what the population and land uses (residential, office, retail) will be throughout the service area.
• The capital improvements identifies the facilities needed to meet the project demand from new development and an estimate of the cost of construction of those needed facilities.
• Service units are a standardize measure of consumption of water or discharge of wastewater.  For example, one single family residence may be considered one service unit, where commercial properties or an apartment complex may be considered two or more service units.

The city must update the land use assumptions and capital improvements plan at least every five years.

The process is as follows:

1. The city reviews and evaluates it current land use assumptions and updates the capital improvement plan accordingly.
2. Within 60 days after the city receives the update, a public hearing will be set and City Council will discuss and review the proposed updates.
3. Notice of the public hearing is published at least 30 days before the hearing. The proposed amendments and fees will be made publicly available.
4. The advisory committee must file written comments on the proposed amendments to the land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and impact fee 5 business days before the date of the public hearing.
5. City Council must approve or deny the amendments to the land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and impact fee within 30 days after the date of the public hearing.

Property owners or developers who:

• Subdivide land
• Construct, reconstruct, redevelop, convert, or alter a structure in such a way so as to increase the number of service units attributable to the property
• Relocate or enlarge any structure, or use the land in such a way that increases the number of service units attributable to the property

A short-term rental is rental of a residential premise, or portion thereof, for lodging accomodations to occupants for a period of less than thirty (30) consecutive days.

An owner who desires to use its premise as a short-term rental, must have a valid, active short-term rental permit from the city prior to using, allowing the use of, or advertising the use of the premise as a short-term rental.

• Name, address and contact information of the property owner
• Name, address and contact information of operator, agent, if any, and designated local responsible party
• Plot plan of premises identifying the location of parking spaces to be used
• Floor plan identifying bedrooms, other living spaces and emergency evacuation routes
• Proof of insurance ($1 million per occurrence)
• Name and contact information of POA, if any
• Copy of host rules
• Name and contact information of local responsible party

 Once your application has been received and approved a permit fee in the amount of $175 will be due.   Permits must be re-newed annually.

Yes.   All short-term rentals must be inspected prior to issuance of a permit or renewal of a permit to ensure the rental is in compliance with minimum health and safety requirements for use and occupancy. 

Yes payment of Hotel Occupany Tax is required when operating a short-term rental.

You may pay the tax by clicking on the  'Pay Hotel Occupancy Tax' link on the web page.

You may file a complaint by contacting the Development Services Department at 830/798-7095.

View the city's short-term rental ordinance here.

For all other questions, please contact the Finance Department at 830/693-3615.