Center, TX · Shelby County
Zoning Certificate and Building Permit Application
Property owners and applicants use this application to request a zoning certificate and building permit for proposed construction or other work in Center.
What this form is
The application requests zoning and building permit approval for work such as erecting, adding to, remodeling, or repairing a structure. It asks for applicant and property details, a description of the work, zoning and site information, and building specifications; attach a plot plan showing structures, setbacks, and easements. Separate electrical and plumbing permits are required.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a zoning certificate and building permit for construction, additions, remodeling, repairs, or other work in Center need this application.
How to submit it
The form lists the City of Center at 617 Tenaha St, P.O. Box 1744, Center, Texas 75935-1744, and fax (936) 598-2615.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form calls for a plot plan attachment, but does not say that it must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Zoning Certificate and Building Permit Application for Center.
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Complete The Application
Fill in applicant, property, work, zoning, and building information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather The Plot Plan
Attach a plot plan showing structures, setbacks, and easements with dimensions from the property lines.
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Submit To The City
The form lists the City of Center mailing address and fax number for contact.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Certificate and Building Permit Application?
- No. The application provides a signature and date line, but no notary block. It requests a plot plan attachment and does not say that the plan must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Zoning Certificate and Building Permit Application?
- The form lists the City of Center at 617 Tenaha St, P.O. Box 1744, Center, Texas 75935-1744, and fax (936) 598-2615.
- What should I attach to the application?
- Attach a plot plan showing and dimensioning setbacks and easements from property lines, along with existing and proposed structures and their dimensions to property lines.
- Does the application cover electrical and plumbing permits?
- No. The form states that separate permits are required for electrical and plumbing work.