Occupancy Inspections and Permit Information

 

A Residential Occupancy Permit is required whenever there is a change in occupancy of a property that is being rented or leased.  The occupancy permit may be obtained by the owner/landlord or the leasor prior to possession.  The permit requires an inspection at which time the premises will be checked for any life safety and/or code issues that may be present.  An approved occupany permit is valid for 90 days or until the premises are occupied, whichever first occurs.

 

Commercial Occupancies are required any time a property is changing occupants or ownership.  It is required whether the property is being purchased or leased/rented.

 

Permit fees vary by type (commercial or residential) dependent upon an existing or new occupancy.  Please review the following information and Fee Table page regarding the occupancy permit.