La Vernia, TX · Wilson County
Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Information
This application requests a Certificate of Occupancy inspection for commercial buildings when their use or ownership changes.
What this form is
La Vernia requires a Certificate of Occupancy inspection when the use or ownership of an existing commercial building changes. Complete the application, return it to the city, pay the fee, and request the inspection from Bureau Veritas. The inspection covers life-safety items and general maintenance; the document lists common items inspectors may note, but says the list is not all-inclusive.
Who needs it
Owners or applicants dealing with a change of use or ownership of an existing commercial building need to complete the application and request an inspection.
How to submit it
Return the completed application to the city and pay the fee. Request the inspection from Bureau Veritas by phone, fax, or email at [email protected].
About notarization
This document is completed without a notary; it lists no sworn attachment or related notarized step, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Certificate of Occupancy application from this page.
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Complete the Application
Complete the application as directed.
- 3
Gather Attachments
The document does not list any required attachments.
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Submit to the City
Return the application to the city and pay the fee.
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Request the Inspection
Request the inspection from Bureau Veritas using the phone, fax, or email listed in the document.
Frequently asked questions
- When is a Certificate of Occupancy inspection required?
- The document says an inspection is required when the use or ownership of an existing commercial building changes.
- How do I submit the application and request an inspection?
- Return the application to the city and pay the fee. Then request an inspection from Bureau Veritas by phone, fax, or email using the contact details on the document.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy application?
- No. This document has no notary block and lists no sworn attachment or related notarized step; the signer just signs and dates it.
- What happens after I request the inspection?
- The document says inspections requested by 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday will be performed the next business day. It also says to post the approved permit application and have the space or building open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.