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Professional Services to Help You

To help your project go as smooth as possible, we have provided a list of professional services with experience in Waller County.

Permitting and Construction

Things you need to know

To help you plan your project in Waller County we have provided a simple one page brochure with the main items to consider when planning a development or project and some information on economic incentives for businesses moving into the area. You can download the brochure here.

Local Utilities Contact Information

To help you find what you need, download this list of the various contact numbers to get utility service for your project or home.

Permitting Process

Permitting is handled through the County Engineer's Office at 979-826-7670. You can also find information on their web site.

One of the items that demonstrate Waller County’s commitment to progress is a friendly permitting process. Working along with the county engineer, businesses and developers desiring to build within the county will find an efficient system for processing permits and facilitating the construction process. All permits are subject to current codes. Download the latest subdivision and development rules here.

In some instances, variances may be obtained by going through commissioner’s court. To learn more, contact the county engineer at 979-826-7670.

Using Rail Access

If you are looking to develop property along the rail lines in Waller County. You will need to speak with the local Union Pacific office. For more information, email their Industrial Development Department, or call them at 800-346-1973.

Building in the Brookshire-Katy Drainage District

If you are considering building in the southern portion of the county, you may be in the BKDD. Download a boundary map here. If so, you will need to submit an application through the district's board of directors. To save time, download the rules and regulations here. You may also call them at 281-375-5430.

County Tax Incentive Program

For a complete list of available incentives, visit the Incentives Page.

If you plan on applying for tax incentives, you MUST APPLY BEFORE YOU BEGIN CONSTRUCTION. Each application for incentives is considered on a case-by-case basis. While not all companies applying for incentives will be successful, the county government and the WCEDP will make every attempt to make expanding or relocating as inexpensive as possible. The first step is to complete an economic impact analysis. Once that is completed and the findings are favorable, then you will be encouraged to fill out the abatement application. Use the links below to download information on applying for tax abatements. Right-click on the link and save the document. You will need Adobe Acrobat to view the files. Download the economic impact data form here. Download the abatement policies here.

 

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