Building Permits & Inspections
To give you 24 X 7 access to permits, there are links below for all available permits. You can now print your permit, fill it in, and deliver to the office via email, mail, or in person. The permit fee document is also attached for your convenience.
The Building Permits and Inspections Department will strive to assist you with your construction project in an efficient and accountable manner. They are responsible for permitting all construction and conducting inspections of all construction-related permits as well as issuance of Certificates of Occupancy, Fire Prevention, and Special Events.
The Building Permits and Inspections Department is responsible for:
- Conducting building construction inspections
- Issuing building permits
- Issuing certificate of occupancy permits
- Reviewing building plans
- Working directly with the Planning and Zoning Commission
To obtain a permit for both residential and commercial uses, simply download the forms below (if available) or give us a call and we will be happy to provide you with the necessary forms.
Related Documents
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- Residential Building Checklist (8-25)
- Mechanical Permit Application (revised 6/10/2025)
- Plumbing Permit Application (Revised 6/10/2025)
- Electrical Permit Application (REVISED 6/10/2025
- REVISED Building Permit Fees
- Accessory Apartment Permit
- Commercial Building Checklist
- Commercial Building checklist
- Commercial Building Permit
- Conditional Use Permit
- Deck, Terrace, Enclosure Permit
- Detached garage Permit and checklist
- Driveway Culvert Application
- Fence Permit
- Room Addition Application
- Special Use-Dwelling Accessory Building
- Storage Unit Building Permit
- Swimming Pool Permit
- Water Well Permit
- Variance and Special Use permit
Frequently Asked Questions
If I have questions about a permit, who do I call?
Please call the city office between the hours of 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday. 361-529-6520
Where do I send my permit application and questions?
Please send completed information or questions to [email protected]
Contact Info
Bayside City Office
361-529-6520
[email protected]