Applying for Permits

The Building Permit Application (PDF) should be completed prior to beginning any new construction or renovations. You can also obtain the form in person from City Hall. If you require assistance in completing the form, contact the City Code Enforcement Officer who can provide assistance. Please either email or deliver the form to City Hall.

When all construction and inspections are complete, apply for the Certificate of Occupancy. An application form can be obtained from City Hall at 100 S. Houston Street.

Forms

Building Permit Application (PDF)
Contractor Application (PDF)
Certificate of Occupancy Application (PDF)
Application for Zoning Change (PDF)
Code Enforcement Violation Complaint Form (PDF)

Permit Fees

New Construction Permit Fees 
Building Permit Fee Schedule included with Building Permit Application

Electrical Work Permits	$0.05/sq. ft.
	(+$25 per inspection)
Repairs and remodeling	$25.00
Construction Meter Loop	$25.00
Mobile Home hookup	$25.00
Swimming Pool	$25.00
Re-inspections	$25.00
Annual Electrical Contractor License (January 1 - December 31) a copy of State License required with local license application no proration of fee	$50.00
Mechanical Permits
All types of mechanical equipment regulated by Code	$0.05/sq. ft.
	(+$25 per inspection)
Repair or alterations	$25.00
Re-inspections	$25.00
Annual Mechanical Contractor License (January 1 - December 31) a copy of State License required with local license application no proration of fee	$50.00
Plumbing Permits
Minimum Fee (plus fees below)	$0.05/sq. ft.
	(+$25 per inspection)
Repairs/Replacement/Remodeling	$50.00*
Re-inspection for each additional trip	$100.00
Minor Alteration, Repair or Replacement of Existing water or sewer piping, water heater
- Residential	$50.00
- Commercial	$50.00
*Dependent upon the extent of a project
Annual Plumbing Contractor License (January 1 - December 31) a copy of State License required with local license application no proration of fee	N/A