Antlers, OK - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Antlers corporate limits

Department

Code Enforcement Officer / City Planning Committee

Address

Antlers City Hall, 100 SE 2nd Street, Antlers, OK 74523

Phone

580-298-3756

Email

antlerscitycode@yahoo.com

Website

https://cityofantlers.com/code-enforcement/

Application Process

1. Confirm the parcel is inside Antlers city limits.
2. Download and complete the city permit form from the code enforcement page.
3. Submit the completed form and project information to City Hall or the code office.
4. Receive plan review and fee calculation, then obtain the permit before construction starts.
5. Call for building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and gas inspections as required.

Source: Code Enforcement Officer / City Planning Committee

General Requirements

The ordinance states a building permit is required before changing use or erecting, altering, moving, improving, or demolishing covered structures.

Required Documents

• Written application on the official city form; project-specific plans when required

Building code

The ordinance references the International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings and other adopted city code provisions. The public ordinance PDF should be checked for current adopted editions at filing time.

Contractor requirements

City issues permits and inspections for building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and gas work; state trade licensing still applies

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Public ordinance shows plan review and inspection fees, but not a single universal minimum for all permit classes

Plan check fee

New construction plan review fee is 40.00 under 1300 square feet, 50.00 for 1300 to 3000 square feet, and 100.00 over 3000 square feet

Permit fee formula

Valuation based. Building permit fee equals estimated construction cost times 0.002, plus plan review and inspection fees

Reinspection fee

Public ordinance excerpt reviewed does not clearly separate a reinspection fee; ordinance also states stop-work violation penalties may apply

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Because the city code requires permits for covered work, do not assume small remodels or utility work are exempt without asking the code office.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Contact the code office directly (contact)

Typical inspection sequence: Permit issuance, then required building and trade inspections during construction, then final approval

Additional Resources

• Building code: The ordinance references the International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings and other adopted city code provisions. The public ordinance PDF should be checked for current adopted editions at filing time.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Other useful links
• Other useful links
• License lookup guide: Oklahoma Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Oklahoma Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Oklahoma hub: Oklahoma Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Antlers Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Antlers, OK?

The ordinance states a building permit is required before changing use or erecting, altering, moving, improving, or demolishing covered structures.

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

The minimum permit fee is Public ordinance shows plan review and inspection fees, but not a single universal minimum for all permit classes. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based. Building permit fee equals estimated construction cost times 0.002, plus plan review and inspection fees. Plan check fee: New construction plan review fee is 40.00 under 1300 square feet, 50.00 for 1300 to 3000 square feet, and 100.00 over 3000 square feet.

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

1. Confirm the parcel is inside Antlers city limits. 2. Download and complete the city permit form from the code enforcement page. 3. Submit the completed form and project information to City Hall or the code office. 4. Receive plan review and fee calculation, then obtain the permit before construction starts. 5. Call for building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and gas inspections as required.

What work is exempt from building permits in Antlers, OK?

The following work is generally exempt: Because the city code requires permits for covered work, do not assume small remodels or utility work are exempt without asking the code office..

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact the code office directly.

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