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1. Who issues Building Permits in Wise County?

Wise County does not require general building permits. If you are with an incorporated city or ETJ, contact the City Hall for information. Septic Permits are required, however; contact Public Works at 940-627-9332.

2. Who do I apply with for Tax exemptions, like homestead or agricultural?

All tax exemptions go through the Wise Appraisal District. They can be contacted at 940-627-3081.

3. I would like to know who owns the Mineral Rights to a piece of Property, how do I find out? I need to update my address or information, who do I contact?

All changes to your address or information should go through the Wise Appraisal District. They can be contacted at 940-627-3081. To determine who owns the rights, contact the County Clerk at 940-627-3351. You will need to perform a Title Search (they will be able to give you information on how to perform the search).

4. Who do I contact about Probate filings?

Probate cases are filed with the Court department of the County Clerk's Office. Email the County Clerk or call 940-627-3351.

5. I want to find tax Information on a Manufactured Home. Who do I contact?

Email the Tax Assessor's Office or call 940-627-3523.

6. What public online information is available?

Unfortunately, we do not have specific tax or filed information available online at this time. We expect to have civil and criminal case filings online by summer 2011.

7. Can I renew my vehicle registration online?

Yes, go to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Registration Site.

8. What are the Animal Laws in Wise County?

Contact Animal Services at 940-627-7577 for specific questions or visit the Animal Services page.

9. I am looking for County Deed Records. Are these online?

County Deed records are maintained at the County Clerk's Office. Email the County Clerk or call 940-627-3351. Unfortunately, they are not yet available online.

10. Who do I contact about county road repairs?

For County Roads, contact the Commissioner of the Precinct where you live (visit the Directory). The county does not maintain Private Roads.

11. Who do I contact with concerns about a drilling site?

Contact the Texas Railroad Commission.

12. Is it legal to shoot firearms on my property in the county?

As long as it is done safely, there are no firearm ordinances or restrictions in the county. City ordinances may vary.

13. Where do I get a Marriage License? Where do I get a copy of my Birth Certificate or a copy of a Death Certificate? Where do I file for a DBA Certificate?

Email the County Clerk's Office or call 940-627-3351.