What information does the Residential Occupancy Permit Application request?

It asks for business, owner or responsible party, emergency contact, and submitting-person details, plus the number of dwelling or sleeping units and whether the floor plan or unit or resident count changed.

How do I submit the Residential Occupancy Permit Application?

Email the completed application to fireprevention@portarthurtx.gov. Payment is due when you submit it; the form lists payment options through the Fire Marshal’s Office and City Cashier.

Do I need a notary for the Residential Occupancy Permit Application?

No. The application has no notary block, and its text identifies no notarized or sworn attachment; the signer just signs and dates it.

Does the application list permit and inspection fees?

Yes. It lists a base permit fee and residential inspection fees, including a minimum inspection fee for fewer than 50 units and a per-unit fee for 50 units and greater.

Port Arthur, TX · Jefferson County

No notary required

Residential Occupancy Permit Application

This application is for a business, owner, or responsible party seeking a residential occupancy permit in Port Arthur.

What this form is

The application collects the business and responsible party’s contact information, emergency contact details, and the number of dwelling or sleeping units. It also asks whether the building’s floor plan or the number of units or residents has changed. Use it to apply for a residential occupancy permit through the Port Arthur Fire Marshal’s Office; the form lists permit and inspection fees.

Who needs it

A business, owner, or responsible party seeking a residential occupancy permit from the Port Arthur Fire Marshal’s Office should complete this application.

How to submit it

Email the completed application to [email protected]. Non-refundable payment is due at submittal; credit cards are accepted through the Fire Marshal’s Office, and other payment methods in person through the City Cashier at City Hall Annex, 444 4th Street.

About notarization

This application has no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it, and the document text identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Residential Occupancy Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the requested business, contact, emergency contact, and dwelling or sleeping unit information.
3
Review The Fee Information
Check the application’s permit and inspection fee information and payment instructions.
4
Email The Application
Email the completed application to [email protected]; payment is due at submittal.

Frequently asked questions

What information does the Residential Occupancy Permit Application request?: It asks for business, owner or responsible party, emergency contact, and submitting-person details, plus the number of dwelling or sleeping units and whether the floor plan or unit or resident count changed.
How do I submit the Residential Occupancy Permit Application?: Email the completed application to [email protected]. Payment is due when you submit it; the form lists payment options through the Fire Marshal’s Office and City Cashier.
Do I need a notary for the Residential Occupancy Permit Application?: No. The application has no notary block, and its text identifies no notarized or sworn attachment; the signer just signs and dates it.
Does the application list permit and inspection fees?: Yes. It lists a base permit fee and residential inspection fees, including a minimum inspection fee for fewer than 50 units and a per-unit fee for 50 units and greater.

Need something notarized?

This Residential Occupancy Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.