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How to file the Building permit and Certificate of Occupancy (Phoenix)

Tenant improvements of a newly occupied space or a change of occupancy go through plan review; the Certificate of Occupancy is generated once all inspections pass and stays with the address. Phoenix doesn't issue a general business license.

City of Phoenix Planning and DevelopmentPhoenixUpdated October 15, 2026

Agency
City of Phoenix Planning and Development
Where it applies
Phoenix
How it's filed
Filed on the agency's portal
Fee
Varies
How long it takes
Phoenix issues the Certificate of Occupancy 24 hours after the final inspection and mails it to the owner.

Official links

Checked against the agency's own page.

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