Residential permits

Apply online for the following permits here or visit us on the first floor of 420 W. Main St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102. If you have questions, you can call (405) 297-2525 option 1.

• New construction
• Home remodel
• Fence 
• Storm shelter
• Pools

Commercial building permits

Apply online for the following permits here or visit us on the first floor of 420 W. Main St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102. If you have questions, you can call (405) 297-2525 option 2.

• New construction
• Remodel
• Solar (click for more information)
• Fire restoration
• Add-on
• Demolition

Licensed trade permits

If you are needing a licensed trade permit for residential new construction, you can apply online, call (405) 297-2948 option 3 or visit us on the first floor of 420 W. Main St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102. 

For other licensed trade permits for any commercial or residential project, call (405) 297-2948 option 3 or visit us on the first floor of 420 W. Main St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102. 

• Plumbing
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Elevator

For all other licensed trade permits, call (405) 297-2948 option 3.

Oil & Gas

Contact us by calling (405) 297-1212.

• Well Drilling Application
• Oil and Gas Bond

When is a permit required?

Permits are required when you construct, alter, repair, enlarge, move or demolish any primary or accessory structure. Contact Development Center Plan Review staff at (405) 297-2525 for additional information.

The State of Oklahoma does not require a license for general contractors. However, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sign, driveway and fire suppression system permits, can only be issued to contractors licensed in the State of Oklahoma and registered with the City of Oklahoma City. Contractors must be licensed by both the State of Oklahoma and the City of Oklahoma City to work in Oklahoma City. The links below provide information regarding how to get licensed. Click to register as a contractor.

Fees

• Building Permit Fees

• Parks and Streets Impact Fee Estimate Calculator

  (new construction building permit)

• Electrical Permit Fees

• Plumbing Permit Fees

• Mechanical Permit Fees

I have a permit. Now what?

When you have received a required inspections list along with your permit, you're ready for inspections.

Call the number listed to request an inspection or use the information below to request your inspections.

• Online
• IVR Automated phone system
  (405) 316-5656
• IVR inspection codes

Business Licensing

• businesslicense@okc.gov
• (405) 297-2606
• Fax: (405) 316-2606

Building Permits

• (405) 297-2525
• Fax: (405) 297-2178

All other permits

• (405) 297-2948
• Fax: (405) 552-6024