Commercial Interior Finish Out

Commercial Interior Finish-Out Permit

Any interior finish-out or upgrade inside an existing building needs a permit approved by the Building Inspections Division.

All nonresidential construction must meet the city's adopted codes: the 2021 editions of the International Building, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Energy Conservation and Residential Codes, along with the 2023 National Electrical Code. A complete list of requirements for nonresidential addition and construction permits is also available.

Step 1: Review the Requirements

Before an interior finish-out permit can be issued, you will need to provide:

• The project address and its legal description
• Contact information for the owner, contractor and/or architect
• The intended use, the total square footage and the area affected by the work
• The class of work with a description of the electrical, plumbing and mechanical scope, plus the project valuation and the market value of the property
• A plot plan that shows off-street parking, the existing building and an address key
• A floor plan labeling every room with its proposed use and square footage, and showing all exits
• A wall section or specifications for interior partitions
• Plans for electrical, plumbing and mechanical work
• Note: Please review the installation requirements for unlisted equipment (PDF).

Step 2: Apply Online

Building permit applications are submitted through the city's online permit portal. New users need a valid email address to create an account, which takes about five minutes.

What Happens Next?

Once your online application is complete, permits are typically processed within 5 to 10 business days. Approval may take longer if the applicant needs to submit corrections or updated information.

Phone or In Person

If you need help with your online application, call or stop by and staff will walk you through it.

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (555) 010-2235
• Location: Building Inspections Division, City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Fredville, TX 75999
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fees

• Applications and payments are both handled through the online permit portal.
• Use the fee estimator to get an idea of what an interior finish-out permit will cost.

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