Permits and Licenses

Certificate of Occupancy If you are starting a business in an existing building, you will need a Certificate of Occupancy. Assuming the business complies with zoning requirements, the Certificate of Occupancy is needed to show that the building meets the City’s code requirements. You may apply for the Certification of Occupancy at the City Development Service Office. Representatives from the Inspection Office and Fire Marshal’s office will inspect the building to ensure it complies with the appropriate codes. Some building modifications may be required, especially if your business represents a different type of land use than the previous occupant. If your business is a food handling establishment, the City Health Department will also have to approve the building. It is illegal to occupy a building without a Certificate of Occupancy.

Please stop by Brownwood City Hall to apply for the Certificate of Occupancy, review requirements and arrange for the required inspections or contact the Code Enforcement Office at 325-646-5331 for more information.

Health Permit If you plan to operate a food handling establishment, you will need to obtain a food handler’s permit. Application for this permit may be made at the:

Brownwood/Brown County Health Department 110 E. Lee Brownwood, Texas 76801 (325) 646-0554