How do I submit the change-of-occupancy application?

Have the authorization reviewed by Bexar County Public Works, then return it with the required documents to the Fire Marshal’s Office. The form lists a $150 inspection fee payable to Bexar County Clerk.

What must accompany the application?

The form says the Fire Marshal’s Office requires an approved authorization form, the applicable fee, and a floor plan or drawing showing specified room, exit, extinguisher, and other details.

What information does the application request?

It asks for business and owner details, building features and fire protection systems, the proposed use, water and wastewater information, and contractor details if applicable.

Bexar County, TX · Bexar County

No notary required

Authorization to Issue Building Permits for Change of Occupancy

Bexar County’s change-of-occupancy application and authorization form is for business owners or their representatives seeking a change-of-occupancy inspection and related permits.

At a glance

Issued by: City of Bexar County · Bexar County, Bexar County, Texas
Notarization: Not required: file this form without a notary.
Official source: bexar.org
Blank form: Download the PDF
Catalogued: Oct 5, 2026
Machine-readable: JSON record · about the forms index

What this form is

Use this packet to request a change-of-occupancy inspection and provide information about the business, building, fire protection systems, water and wastewater, and any contractor. The authorization must be reviewed by Bexar County Public Works before the Fire Marshal’s Office will consider the change-of-occupancy application properly submitted. The packet lists an applicable fee and requires an approved authorization and a floor plan or drawing.

Who needs it

Business owners or their representatives seeking a change-of-occupancy inspection and related permits for a Bexar County building or suite should complete this packet.

How to submit it

Have the authorization reviewed by Bexar County Public Works at 1948 Probandt Street, San Antonio, Texas 78214. Return the completed authorization and required documents to the Fire Marshal’s Office at 9810 Southton Road, San Antonio, Texas 78223; the form lists a $150 inspection fee payable by check or money order to Bexar County Clerk.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer completes the application certification, and no notarized attachment or related step is identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the change-of-occupancy application and authorization packet.
2
Complete the Form
Fill in the business, building, proposed-use, water and wastewater, and applicable contractor information.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include an approved authorization form, the applicable fee, and a floor plan or drawing with the details listed on the form.
4
Obtain Public Works Review
Have Bexar County Public Works review the authorization at 1948 Probandt Street, San Antonio, Texas 78214.
5
Submit to the Fire Marshal
Return the completed authorization and required documents to the Fire Marshal’s Office at 9810 Southton Road, San Antonio, Texas 78223.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the change-of-occupancy application?: No. This document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer completes the application certification, and no notarized attachment or related step is identified.
How do I submit the change-of-occupancy application?: Have the authorization reviewed by Bexar County Public Works, then return it with the required documents to the Fire Marshal’s Office. The form lists a $150 inspection fee payable to Bexar County Clerk.
What must accompany the application?: The form says the Fire Marshal’s Office requires an approved authorization form, the applicable fee, and a floor plan or drawing showing specified room, exit, extinguisher, and other details.
What information does the application request?: It asks for business and owner details, building features and fire protection systems, the proposed use, water and wastewater information, and contractor details if applicable.

Need something notarized?

This Authorization to Issue Building Permits for Change of Occupancy doesn’t need a notary, but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.