City Building Permits
Broken Arrow, OK - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
City permit authority applies inside Broken Arrow corporate limits, including the portion of Broken Arrow located in Wagoner County.
- Department
- City of Broken Arrow Community Development - Community Permitting and Licensing Division
- Address
- 220 S First Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012
- Phone
- 918-259-2400
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Citizen Self Service Portal • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Determine permit type with Community Development - Permitting and Licensing.
- Prepare plans and supporting documents required for the project and any departmental reviews.
- Submit through the Citizen Self Service Portal or coordinate directly with the Permitting and Licensing Division at City Hall.
- Departmental reviews are tracked by the division until requirements are complete.
- Pay city permit fees.
- Obtain permit issuance and schedule inspections as required.
Source: City of Broken Arrow Community Development - Community Permitting and Licensing Division
General Requirements
Required Documents
- Project-specific plans and supporting documents
- Building code
- 2018 International Building Code. Verify full current code matrix with Community Development because the reviewed permit page did not publish the full list.
- Contractor requirements
- Permitting and Licensing handles licensing along with permits. Verify current registration and insurance requirements during application.
Fees
- Minimum permit fee
- See city manual of fees
- Plan check fee
- See manual of fees
- Reinspection fee
- See manual of fees
- Payment note
- Payment is handled through the city permit process and portal
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City of Broken Arrow Community Development - Community Permitting and Licensing Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- City permit system and inspection request process (direct)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Typical inspection sequence: Project-specific; city issues permit then inspection routing proceeds through Community Development.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2018 International Building Code. Verify full current code matrix with Community Development because the reviewed permit page did not publish the full list.
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Manual of Fees
- Inspection Code Compliance
- Contact Us
- License lookup guide: Oklahoma Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Oklahoma Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Oklahoma hub: Oklahoma Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Broken Arrow Community Development - Community Permitting and Licensing Division before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Broken Arrow Building Permit FAQ
- How much does a building permit cost in Broken Arrow, OK?
- The minimum permit fee is See city manual of fees. Plan check fee: See manual of fees.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Broken Arrow, OK?
- 1. Determine permit type with Community Development - Permitting and Licensing. 2. Prepare plans and supporting documents required for the project and any departmental reviews. 3. Submit through the Citizen Self Service Portal or coordinate directly with the Permitting and Licensing Division at City Hall. 4. Departmental reviews are tracked by the division until requirements are complete. 5. Pay city permit fees. 6. Obtain permit issuance and schedule inspections as required.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Broken Arrow, OK?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: City permit system and inspection request process.
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