Moore, OK — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Moore Planning and Development, Building Permits and Inspections

Street address

City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore, OK 73160

Phone

(405) 793-5051

Coverage

City-issued permits apply inside Moore city limits in Cleveland County.

Online portal

GovBuilt

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Building Permits and Inspections ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Moore

Moore states building permits are required for most commercial and residential improvements and all new construction.

Note: No detailed public exemption list was posted on the reviewed Moore pages.

Required documents

Application form
Plans
Project-specific supporting documents

Building code: Moore posts 2018 IRC, 2018 IBC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IEBC, 2018 IPMC, 2018 NFPA Life Safety Code, 2017 ICC A117.1, and 2020 NEC, as adopted with city and OUBCC amendments.
Permit validity: Building permit extensions are listed for 6 months in the city fee schedule.
Contractor requirements: Moore requires city licensing or registration fees for plumbing, electrical, mechanical, builders and contractors, sign contractors, and certain specialty contractors; licensed trades also follow Oklahoma state licensing.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: The city advertises same-day inspections if called in by 9:00 a.m.; no general permit review turnaround was posted on the reviewed page.

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Start in GovBuilt or download the applicable permit form from the city permit page.
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Submit the application, plans, and supporting documents to the Community Development Department.
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Pay submittal and review fees as required.
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City staff review the project for code compliance and issue comments if needed.
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Pay issuance fees and receive the permit.
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Request inspections through GovBuilt or the Inspections Department; complete final inspections and occupancy approvals where required.

Typical processing time: The city advertises same-day inspections if called in by 9:00 a.m.; no general permit review turnaround was posted on the reviewed page.

Source: City of Moore Planning and Development, Building Permits and Inspections ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Moore building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Residential addition or alteration 25.00 dollars minimum; commercial building permit 35.00 dollars minimum; residential storage building 25.00 dollars minimum

Plan check fee

Residential new home 50.00 dollars due at submittal; commercial 100.00 dollars due at submittal

Permit fee formula

Square-footage based for most building permits, plus flat fees for many accessory permits and trade permit tables

Reinspection fee

Reinspection fee 30.00 dollars; after-hours inspection 200.00 dollars first hour and 75.00 dollars each additional hour

Applicants can apply and pay online in GovBuilt; paper forms remain available

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

GovBuilt portal (online)
(405) 793-5051 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Same-day inspections if called in by 9:00 a.m.

Source: City of Moore Planning and Development, Building Permits and Inspections ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Moore permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Moore, OK? ▸

Moore states building permits are required for most commercial and residential improvements and all new construction.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Moore, OK? ▸

Building permit fees in Moore, OK are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Residential addition or alteration 25.00 dollars minimum; commercial building permit 35.00 dollars minimum; residential storage building 25.00 dollars minimum. Fees are calculated as: Square-footage based for most building permits, plus flat fees for many accessory permits and trade permit tables. Plan check fee: Residential new home 50.00 dollars due at submittal; commercial 100.00 dollars due at submittal.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Moore, OK? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Moore, OK, follow these steps: 1. Start in GovBuilt or download the applicable permit form from the city permit page. 2. Submit the application, plans, and supporting documents to the Community Development Department. 3. Pay submittal and review fees as required. 4. City staff review the project for code compliance and issue comments if needed. 5. Pay issuance fees and receive the permit. 6. Request inspections through GovBuilt or the Inspections Department; complete final inspections and occupancy approvals where required.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Moore, OK? ▸

Building permit processing times in Moore, OK typically run The city advertises same-day inspections if called in by 9:00 a.m.; no general permit review turnaround was posted on the reviewed page.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Moore, OK? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Moore, OK via: GovBuilt portal, (405) 793-5051. Same-day inspections if called in by 9:00 a.m..

last verified April 2026 source City of Moore Planning and Development, Building Permits and Inspections ↗ entry id permits/oklahoma/cleveland-ok/moore

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Moore Planning and Development, Building Permits and Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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