Butler, OK - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Butler commercial and residential projects

Department

City of Butler, Office of Business and Community Development / Building Permit Office

Address

140 West North Street, Butler, PA 16001

Phone

724-285-4124 ext. 213

Email

OfficeBusCommDev@cityofbutler.org

Website

https://cityofbutler.org/departments/building-and-zoning/

Application Process

1. Use the Commercial or Residential division resources and forms.
2. For commercial work, complete land development review, submit construction drawings, and submit the non-residential construction document review application.
3. Obtain any BASA permit if required.
4. Submit contractor insurance and EIN or SS number with the application.
5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance, which is by appointment only for commercial work.

Source: City of Butler, Office of Business and Community Development / Building Permit Office

General Requirements

Most building, demolition, interior and exterior improvement projects require a permit; homeowner or contractor must obtain it before work starts.

Required Documents

• Permit application
• Workers comp insurance or exemption addendum
• EIN or SS number
• BASA permit if applicable

Permit validity

Permit expires if work does not commence within 180 days or if no inspection approval occurs within 180 days; extensions may be granted in writing for periods up to 180 days each.

Building code

Public pages say all applicable state and local building codes and regulations; specific edition list not surfaced on the page summary.

Contractor requirements

Contractor insurance, EIN or SS number; city contractor rules likely apply.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Fee varies by type of work and valuation; commercial page says cost of the permit varies based on the cost of construction.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Butler, Office of Business and Community Development / Building Permit Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• bcce1@cityofbutler.org (email)
• Named inspectors / office contact (contact)

Typical inspection sequence: Commercial plan review, zoning review, land development drawings, construction drawings, BASA permit if needed, then permit issuance and inspections.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Public pages say all applicable state and local building codes and regulations; specific edition list not surfaced on the page summary.
• Forms
• Fee schedule
• Zoning and misc fees
• License lookup guide: Oklahoma Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Oklahoma Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Oklahoma hub: Oklahoma Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Butler Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Butler, OK?

Most building, demolition, interior and exterior improvement projects require a permit; homeowner or contractor must obtain it before work starts.

How much does a building permit cost in Butler, OK?

Fees are calculated as: Fee varies by type of work and valuation; commercial page says cost of the permit varies based on the cost of construction..

How do I apply for a building permit in Butler, OK?

1. Use the Commercial or Residential division resources and forms. 2. For commercial work, complete land development review, submit construction drawings, and submit the non-residential construction document review application. 3. Obtain any BASA permit if required. 4. Submit contractor insurance and EIN or SS number with the application. 5. Wait for plan review and permit issuance, which is by appointment only for commercial work.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Butler, OK?

Inspections can be scheduled via: bcce1@cityofbutler.org, Named inspectors / office contact.

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