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City building permits

Town of Union City

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town Clerk-Treasurer / Town of Union City

Street address
101 N Elm Ave, Union City, OK 73090
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated Town of Union City in Canadian County.
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Union City

Union City code requires permits for many exterior items including fences, carports, outside storage buildings, barns, dwellings and dwelling additions, workshops, garages, roof replacements, swimming pools, and storm shelters. It also requires permits for interior remodeling or improvements that require electrical, plumbing, or code verification.

Required documents
  • Application to the town clerk-treasurer
  • Information required to determine ordinance compliance
Building code
Town code adopts the building code by reference and amends local administrative provisions in Chapter 9.
Contractor requirements
Town code states contractors including electricians, plumbers, and heat/air contractors must have required state certification or licensing and must apply for local permits.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Determine whether the project triggers a building permit under Section 9-1-4 of the town code.
  2. 02
    Submit the permit application and any information the clerk-treasurer reasonably requires to confirm compliance with town ordinances.
  3. 03
    Pay the permit fee set by the town.
  4. 04
    Receive the permit before beginning construction, movement, replacement, or interior code-regulated work.
  5. 05
    Coordinate inspections with the town's approved inspector and obtain final approval.

Source: Town Clerk-Treasurer / Town of Union City ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Union City building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Mixed; flat fees for some listed items and square-foot charges for at least some building permits. Commercial permits at $50 plus $0.06 per square foot, with an added $25 floodplain fee where applicable. Verify the current residential minimum directly with the town.

Permit fees are paid through town administration rather than an online checkout portal.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 405-483-5509 (phone)
  • Town Clerk-Treasurer (in-person)
§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Union City permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Union City, OK?
Union City code requires permits for many exterior items including fences, carports, outside storage buildings, barns, dwellings and dwelling additions, workshops, garages, roof replacements, swimming pools, and storm shelters. It also requires permits for interior remodeling or improvements that require electrical, plumbing, or code verification.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Union City, OK?
Building permit fees in Union City, OK are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Mixed; flat fees for some listed items and square-foot charges for at least some building permits. Commercial permits at $50 plus $0.06 per square foot, with an added $25 floodplain fee where applicable. Verify the current residential minimum directly with the town..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Union City, OK?
To apply for a building permit in Union City, OK, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether the project triggers a building permit under Section 9-1-4 of the town code. 2. Submit the permit application and any information the clerk-treasurer reasonably requires to confirm compliance with town ordinances. 3. Pay the permit fee set by the town. 4. Receive the permit before beginning construction, movement, replacement, or interior code-regulated work. 5. Coordinate inspections with the town's approved inspector and obtain final approval.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Union City, OK?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Union City, OK via: 405-483-5509, Town Clerk-Treasurer.
last verified April 2026 source Town Clerk-Treasurer / Town of Union City ↗ entry id permits/oklahoma/canadian/union-city

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town Clerk-Treasurer / Town of Union City before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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