Apply for a Building Permit
Use the link for all building construction permit applications:

Apply for a Building Permit

Apply for a Fire Code Permit
Use the following link for all Fire Prevention Code permit applications:

Apply for a Fire Code Permit

Code Administration's Mission

To protect life and property through education, code enforcement, fire and hazard investigations, and an adaptable Community Risk Reduction program.

New Construction Section

What We Do:

• Review building plans
• Issue permits for residential and commercial construction
• Inspect new structures, additions, renovations, and major repairs

Code & Fees:

• Construction codes are set by the state and cannot be changed locally
• Residential: $0.11 per square foot
• Commercial: $0.16 per square foot
• Remodeling: $90 plus 1% of project cost over $1,000

Fire Marshal’s Office

What We Do:

• Enforce the Statewide Fire Prevention Code
• Inspect fire alarm and sprinkler systems during installation and maintenance
• Investigate fires, explosions, and hazardous materials incidents
• Provide fire safety education
• Conduct inspections of high-risk sites like petroleum terminals

About the Fire Code:

• Set by the state; local governments may adopt stricter versions
• Cannot alter construction materials or methods governed by the building code
• Applies primarily to commercial/industrial facilities and common areas of multi-family buildings

Property Maintenance Section

What We Do:

• Respond to tenant complaints about housing conditions
• Conduct neighborhood surveys and proactive inspections
• Manage rental occupancy permits
• Inspect blighted properties and work with owners to resolve issues
• Refer possible ordinance violations to the appropriate agencies

Code & Resident Support:

• Local enforcement of the property maintenance code is optional, but tenant complaints must be investigated
• Exterior issues like grass, weeds, and inoperable vehicles are addressed through City Code or referred
• City funding is available to assist homeowners with critical repairs—secured by a lien to help preserve housing and prevent displacement