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As of August 1, 2025, the re-roofing of an existing one-and two-family dwelling or duplex will require a re-roofing permit where the scope of work exceeds 500 square feet in area. Furthermore, the replacement or alteration of any structural members such as rafters, ridge beams, etc. will require a building permit. Before letting anyone on your roof, ask to see their State of Oklahoma Roofer’s License.”)

Yes, there may be some restrictions and a permit may or may not be required. Please contact Oklahoma City Plan Review at 405-297-2525. If a permit is required it must be issued prior to any structure being built or moved on site.

Electrical, plumbing, mechanical, re-roofing, boiler, elevator, sign, driveway, and fire suppression system permits may only be issued to contractors licensed in the State of Oklahoma and registered as required by the City of Oklahoma City.

All electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work must be done by contractors licensed in the State of Oklahoma and registered with the City of Oklahoma City. A permit must be issued prior to starting any work.

A plumbing permit is required for this work. Plumbing permits can only be issued to contractors licensed in the State of Oklahoma and registered with the City of Oklahoma City.

Search online permits by address.

You may request an inspection on a current permit online or through the City’s Interactive Voice Response system at 405-316-5656.

A building permit is required to install an above or below ground storm shelter.

• Residential Storm Shelter Requirements(PDF, 151KB)
• Commercial Storm Shelter Requirements(PDF, 248KB)

Electronic Submittal
(405) 297-2525

How to Get a Storm Shelter Permit

The following information is needed to get a permit.

• Submit online application. 
• Engineered Specifications per FEMA 320/ICC 500 with reference to currently adopted building code. (Contact your contractor for these documents)
• Engineer’s letter regarding floatation (for in-ground and slope-top shelters only)(Contact your contractor for these documents)
• Floor plan (for in-garage or in-house shelters only). Visit the Oklahoma County Assessor's website for floor plans  (moved up a line)
• Site plan (for outside shelters)

Once you have paid for your permit and the shelter has been installed and inspected, you may register it with the City online or by calling the Action Center at (405) 297-2535. You may also request that your shelter be automatically registered on the building permit application in the remarks section of the form.

If you have questions or need assistance call (405) 297-2525.

Fees

• In-Ground or Slope-Top Shelter - $74
• Above Ground Safe Room - starts at $75

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

The State of Oklahoma does not require a license for commercial general contractors but does required proof of liability insurance and workers compensation insurance for residential contractors.

However, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sign, driveway, elevator, boiler, re-roofing, 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.

Oklahoma City current adopted building codes:

• International Building Code, 2018
• National Electrical Code, 2017
• International Plumbing Code, 2018
• International Mechanical Code, 2018
• International Energy Conservation Code, 2009
• International Fire Code, 2018
• American National Standards Institute, 2009
• International Residential Code, 2018
• International Fuel Gas Code, 2018
• International Existing Building Code, 2018
• OKC Supplements to adopted codes