Bridgeport, TX · Wise County
Certificate of Occupancy Application
Bridgeport businesses use this application to request a certificate of occupancy or temporary utility release for a building.
What this form is
The application is for a certificate of occupancy or temporary utility release and asks about the structure, business, business owner, and building owner. It includes options for new tenants, ownership or name changes, lease changes, and a shell building. The form notes that a certificate will not be issued for certain selections and that an active city-limit sales and use tax permit is required.
Who needs it
A business owner or applicant seeking a certificate of occupancy or temporary utility release for a Bridgeport building should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to City of Bridgeport Development Services; the form lists a $25.00 fee. Check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
No notary is required; the applicant signs and dates the form, and it identifies no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Certificate of Occupancy Application.
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Complete the Form
Print legibly and provide the requested structure, business, and owner information; select the applicable option.
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Gather Attachments
The form does not list any required attachments.
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Submit to the City
Submit the completed application to City of Bridgeport Development Services. The form lists a $25.00 fee.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Certificate of Occupancy Application for?
- It requests a certificate of occupancy or temporary utility release and collects information about the building, business, and owners.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the form; it lists no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- Submit it to City of Bridgeport Development Services. The form lists a $25.00 fee; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Certificate of Occupancy Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.