Certificate of Occupancy

Certificate of Occupancy:

Certificates of Occupancy is a business license issued to new or existing buildings. Buildings must first be inspected and approved for occupancy by Planning & Zoning, Building Safety, Fire and Health Division, if applicable.

Owners or renters proposing to operate a new business must apply for a license and a Certificate of Occupancy prior to operating a business.

A Certificate of Occupancy is required for:

• A new business
• A new building
• A new owner for an existing building or business
• A change of use, tenant or occupancy in an existing building or tenant space
• A remodeled, altered or expanded building
• A change in the name of an existing business
• A change in the location of an existing business