Build-out and occupancy permits in Fort Worth
Plan review, building and occupancy approvals for the space.
Food establishment plan review
City of Fort Worth Consumer HealthFort Worth
Needed before a food establishment is built, extensively remodeled or converted; fees are paid before the review starts.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed in person
- Takes
- Fort Worth Consumer Health doesn't publish a plan review time for food establishments.
Certificate of Occupancy
City of Fort Worth Development ServicesFort Worth
Every building used in Fort Worth needs one. Apply on Accela Citizen Access: same use as before is an existing-ordinance permit, a new use is a change of use with plan review. Issued after all final inspections pass.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
- Takes
- The CO is emailed to the permit contact on the business day after final approval.
Guides for each business in Fort Worth
Agency requirements change. Check each agency's page before you file.
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