Some Eagle Pass Uses Need a Certificate of Occupancy

A Certificate of Occupancy is the city's check that a building or site can be used for the proposed use. Eagle Pass posts a Planning Department Certificate of Occupancy Permit Application for occupancy or use that does not require a building permit.

The city FAQ also warns that converting an existing building into a store, bar, or restaurant requires a Certificate of Occupancy. The city review checks zoning and building safety code compliance.

This is especially important for a lease or business purchase. Before signing, ask the Planning Department whether the address can legally be used for the business you have in mind.