City Building Permits

Town of Okeene, OK - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Okeene, Oklahoma. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Oklahoma Blaine County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Okeene limits

Department
Town Clerk / Town Administrator
Address
118 West Madison, Okeene, OK 73763
Phone
580-822-3035

Application Process

  1. Confirm the project is within town limits and subject to a permit.
  2. Prepare required plot plan, use statement, and survey if requested.
  3. Submit application to the town administrator or designee.
  4. Town reviews for compliance with ordinance and applicable laws.
  5. Permit issues after payment of the applicable fee.

Source: Town Clerk / Town Administrator

General Requirements

No building, constructing, erecting, enlarging, moving, demolishing, or extending a building or structure roof line without a permit; no fence or building move/demolition without appropriate permit.

Required Documents

  • Plot plan drawn to scale
  • Use declaration
  • Additional info for compliance review
  • Survey by an Oklahoma-registered land surveyor if required
Permit validity
If work is not begun within 60 days after issuance, the permit is automatically canceled.
Building code
2015 International Building Code with local revisions; 2006 International Property Maintenance Code; 2015 International Existing Building Code; 2015 International Residential Code; International Plumbing Code; International Mechanical Code; International Fuel Code

Fees

Permit fee formula
Fee set by motion or resolution of the board of trustees or provided in code.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Repair or re-roofing an existing roof if the roof line is not extended
  • Demolition of an accessory building or structure
  • Repair or replacement of an existing fence if the location is not altered or extended

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Town office phone and staff listed on site; public office hours were not clearly published on the pages reviewed. Application review by town administrator, fee payment, permit issuance, then occupancy permit for new buildings or changes of use.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town Clerk / Town Administrator before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Okeene Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Okeene, OK?
No building, constructing, erecting, enlarging, moving, demolishing, or extending a building or structure roof line without a permit; no fence or building move/demolition without appropriate permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Okeene, OK?
Fees are calculated as: Fee set by motion or resolution of the board of trustees or provided in code..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Okeene, OK?
1. Confirm the project is within town limits and subject to a permit. 2. Prepare required plot plan, use statement, and survey if requested. 3. Submit application to the town administrator or designee. 4. Town reviews for compliance with ordinance and applicable laws. 5. Permit issues after payment of the applicable fee.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Okeene, OK?
The following work is generally exempt: Repair or re-roofing an existing roof if the roof line is not extended; Demolition of an accessory building or structure; Repair or replacement of an existing fence if the location is not altered or extended.

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