Comanche County, OK — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, Plan Review Division for building permits; Comanche County Floodplain Authority for unincorporated floodplain development

Street address

Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, 2501 N Lincoln Blvd, Suite 219, Oklahoma City, OK 73105; Comanche County Floodplain Authority, 315 SW 5th Street, Room 107, Lawton, OK 73501

Phone

State Fire Marshal (405) 522-5005; Comanche County Floodplain Authority (580) 355-0535

Coverage

Comanche County is not listed on the February 27, 2026 AHJ list, so unincorporated-area building permit jurisdiction appears to remain with the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal. Floodplain development in unincorporated county areas is separately administered through the Comanche County Floodplain Authority.

Online portal

OKSFM Accela Citizen Portal

Accela

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Comanche County

In geographic areas with no local AHJ permit authority, the State Fire Marshal requires permits for work governed by the state building code; separate county floodplain approval may also apply in mapped flood hazard areas.

Note: No unincorporated Comanche County exempt-work list was located. Applicants should verify with the State Fire Marshal before starting work.

Required documents

Completed online OKSFM application
Scaled plans
Project-specific support documents
Floodplain engineering or county materials where applicable

Building code: Minimum state-adopted OUBCC codes
Permit validity: One 6-month extension may be requested by addendum before permit expiration
Contractor requirements: Not specifically stated in reviewed county sources; follow applicable Oklahoma licensing rules

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: OKSFM strives for 30 days or faster

01

Determine whether the site is in unincorporated Comanche County and whether floodplain review is triggered.
02

If floodplain issues apply, coordinate with the Comanche County Floodplain Authority and provide any required engineering materials.
03

Create an account in the OKSFM Accela portal and submit the building permit application and plans.
04

Pay the state invoice once processed.
05

Respond to correction notices, then download issued permit documents and keep stamped color plans onsite for inspection.

Typical processing time: OKSFM strives for 30 days or faster

Source: Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, Plan Review Division for building permits; Comanche County Floodplain Authority for unincorporated floodplain development ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Comanche County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$104 minimum for general building review

Plan check fee

Included in the state review fee

Permit fee formula

$0.20 per square foot of total work area plus $4 OUBCC fee, $104 minimum

Reinspection fee

$100 per additional OKSFM site visit caused by noncompliance or missing onsite documents

State fees are invoiced after intake and paid online before review begins; separate county floodplain fees were not clearly posted in reviewed sources

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Through OKSFM for building permits (online)
Comanche County Floodplain Authority (580) 355-0535 for floodplain review (phone)

Inspection hours: State office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST

Typical sequence: State intake, invoicing, review, issuance, onsite document retention, final field inspection; additional county floodplain sign-off if applicable

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Comanche County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Comanche County, OK? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Comanche County, OK? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Comanche County, OK are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $104 minimum for general building review. Fees are calculated as: $0.20 per square foot of total work area plus $4 OUBCC fee, $104 minimum. Plan check fee: Included in the state review fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Comanche County, OK? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Comanche County, OK, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether the site is in unincorporated Comanche County and whether floodplain review is triggered. 2. If floodplain issues apply, coordinate with the Comanche County Floodplain Authority and provide any required engineering materials. 3. Create an account in the OKSFM Accela portal and submit the building permit application and plans. 4. Pay the state invoice once processed. 5. Respond to correction notices, then download issued permit documents and keep stamped color plans onsite for inspection.

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

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Comanche County, OK typically run OKSFM strives for 30 days or faster. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Comanche County, OK? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Comanche County, OK via: Through OKSFM for building permits, Comanche County Floodplain Authority (580) 355-0535 for floodplain review.

last verified April 2026 source Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, Plan Review Division for building permits; Comanche County Floodplain Authority for unincorporated floodplain development ↗ entry id permits/oklahoma/comanche/unincorporated

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, Plan Review Division for building permits; Comanche County Floodplain Authority for unincorporated floodplain development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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