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Garage door permits in Fort Worth

Fort Worth says replacement or addition of exterior doors, windows or burglar bars requires a building permit. (source: City of Fort Worth Development Services)

Fort Worth also says permits are required for work that changes, moves or repairs windows or doors. (source: City of Fort Worth Development Services)

Building contractors must register with Fort Worth, at $168.75 per year. Owners working on a single-family home they own and live in are exempt. (source: City of Fort Worth Development Services)

Statewide rules that apply here

We found no Texas state license for garage door installers or repair companies. Garage doors are not on TDLR's list of regulated industries. (source: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation)

Openers must reverse and must not close more than 1 foot below the top when the safety sensor is missing or faulty. (source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)

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