Community Development

Overview

The Community Development staff is involved on a daily basis with opportunities to improve the quality of life for our citizens. These responsibilities take the form of Code Enforcement, Building Inspections, Planning and Zoning matters, and Historic Preservation to name a few.

Code Enforcement

• Ensure neighborhood appearance and welfare.
• Ensure properties are kept mowed, free of trash and inoperable vehicles.
• Please call 918-758-1110 to report a problem.
• Submit a Code Enforcement Complaint
• Apply for assistance through ONRP

Building Inspections

• Ensure that all phases of construction meet the accepted standards and safety codes.
• Ensures property owner receives the requested services.

Permits

• Commercial Building Permit
• Residential Building Permit
• Plumbing Permit
• Mechanical Permit
• Electrical Permit
• Burn Permit
• Demo Permit
• Itinerant Vendor Permit
• Political Sign Permit
• Permanent Sign Permit
• Tap/Street Cut Permit
• Fireworks Sale Permit
• Fireworks Display Permit

Applications

• Certificate of Occupancy
• Mobile Food Vendor Registration
• Water/Sewer Tap and Street Cut

If you need to apply/renew a license registration for electrical, mechanical, or plumbing, please fill out the following form:

• Contractor License Registration

Historic Preservation

• The Historic Preservation District is encouraged to maintain their historic characteristics.
• In conjunction with the Okmulgee Main Street Program.
• Rehabilitation projects that have maintained the city’s unique character.

Additional Information

• Historic Preservation District Design Guidelines (PDF)
• Okmulgee’s Historic Preservation District

Community Tourism

• Application for Community Tourism Fund request

Additional Resources

• Online Billpay: for permits and licensing, weed, trash, and dilapidated abatement