I just started a business and moved into a new building, what do I have to do?

You must obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or a change in occupancy. In order to get this certificate, you must call the City of Seabrook Permit Office at (281) 291-5669 and schedule an inspection for a Certificate of Occupancy.

An inspection is required because buildings are built based on the contents or operations to be performed inside the building. When the occupancy changes, the Fire Inspector has to check to make sure the fire protection related construction features of the building are consistent with the new occupancy and its contents and operations. You will be advised at the time if additional fire protection systems or fire resistive construction must be added based on your operations. If the building is found to meet the fire code for your occupancy requirements, the Certificate of Occupancy will be granted. If the building does not meet the specific Fire Code requirements, the Inspector will provide you with information on how to proceed from that point, and who to contact.

Show All Answers

1. What is a fire inspection?
2. How often will my business or property be inspected?
3. What if I have a question about the fire inspection and fire code violations?
4. What is the 2015 International Fire Code?
5. Why does the city conduct Fire Inspections?
6. A Fire Inspector found a violation of the Fire Code in my building, what must I do?
7. How long do I have to correct the fire code violations noted on an inspection?
8. If I fail to make corrections to a fire code violation, what happens?
9. The Fire Inspector told me that a re-inspection is necessary, why?
10. Can I schedule a Courtesy Inspection or Fire Code Consultation?
11. Why am I being told I have to install a Fire Alarm System?
12. Why am I being told I have to install a Fire Sprinkler System?
13. Is my building "Grandfathered" from having to meet current codes?
14. How is the occupant load for my building calculated?
15. I just started a business and moved into a new building, what do I have to do?
16. When do I need a permit?
17. How much does a permit cost?
18. How do I get a permit application?
19. How do I schedule an inspection?
20. Where is the Seabrook Fire Marshal's Office located?