Building and Community Services is committed to providing outstanding service to the City of Waxahachie through cooperative efforts that contribute to the long-term and immediate quality of life in our community. Services offered include building inspection, plan review, permitting, facility maintenance, code enforcement, health inspection, and waste disposal.
05/17/2024 Notice regarding backflow assembly testing:
Irrigation permits now require that the backflow assembly test report be completed in the Vepo Envirotrax system. When the test report is completed in the Vepo system, please send an email to bcservices@waxahachie.com stating the test report has been uploaded. This email needs to include the permit number and the address in the subject line. Once test report has be verified in the system by City staff the irrigation final inspection will be scheduled.
Backflow Assembly Testing
The City of Waxahachie has partnered with Vepo, LLC to allow for online submission of Backflow Prevention Assembly Test and Maintenance Reports through the Envirotrax® system. All testing information is entered directly by the tester into the online password-protected system provided by Vepo, LLC. Testers will no longer be able to submit paper test reports directly to the City.
All fees associated with testing of backflow assemblies will be paid through the Vepo Envirotrax system.
Finding or Becoming a Registered Tester
All Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers (BPATs) are required to register with Vepo, LLC. Upon registration and verification of license, insurance and test for accuracy reports, the tester will be added to the approved list of Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers. Backflow prevention assemblies on fire protection sprinkler systems are required by the State Fire Marshal to be tested and/or repaired by a BPAT who is a full‐time employee of a fire protection sprinkler company that is licensed with the State Fire Marshal's Office.
- Find a BPAT registered to work in the City of Waxahachie
- Download a Quick Start Guide (PDF)with information on how to become a registered BPAT
Try Our New Citizen Self-Service (CSS) Portal
The City has a new online portal for electronic plan review and permits.
To enhance customer experience for submitting plans and obtaining permits, some of the key features include the ability to:
- Submit Applications and Payments Electronically
- Schedule Inspections Online
- Track the Status of Permits in Real Time
- Submit Plans and Receive Comments Electronically
Use the Link below to access the online portal.
https://waxahachietx-energovpub.tylerhost.net/Apps/SelfService#/home
CSS Portal Resource Materials:
Citizen Self Service(CSS) Portal Flyer
CSS Portal FAQs