Permit Required? Required
Typical Fee Range $110–$150 Flat fee for service upgrade or service release.
Fee Method Flat rate
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What's Required in Dallas

  • Permit required for panel upgrade or relocation
  • Work must be by a licensed Texas Electrician
  • Panels must be in accessible locations
  • Grounding per 2023 NEC is mandatory
  • Service Release required for Oncor reconnection
  • Surge protection required per recent code

How to Get a Electrical Panel Permit in Dallas

1

Step 1: Hire Electrician

Ensure electrician is registered with Dallas.

2

Step 2: Pull Permit

Electrician submits via eServices.

3

Step 3: Installation

Panel brought up to current NEC standards.

4

Step 4: Inspection

Verify work and send release to Oncor.

5

Step 5: Reconnection

Oncor restores power after city release.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, for any service equipment work.
Standard fee is $110.25.
No, must be a licensed Master Electrician.