Welcome to the City of Bethany! On this page you will find all the information you need when it comes to construction, renovation, contracting, and permitting. In an effort to serve you better, we have shifted all construction permitting to two forms; one for commercial and one for residential. These permit applications are available on the Commercial Construction page or the Residential Construction page, depending on what you are needing to get permitted.
If you are a contractor looking to submit a permit application on behalf of a homeowner or business, please submit a Building Permit to Construction.Application@bethanyok.org or by delivery instructions listed at the bottom of the page.
All contractors working in Bethany require a City of Bethany Contractors License. If you are unsure if you already have one or in need of assistance in acquiring one, please reach out to the Community Development at Construction.Application@bethanyok.org or call 405-789-6005.
What type of activities do I need a permit for?
While you do not need a permit for everything, most modifications to your home that are going to be permanent need to be permitted. Permitted structures includes carports, driveways, Accessory Structures (over 120 square feet), and typically anything else that requires dirt work, electrical, plumbing, Mechanical/HVAC, or roofing. Permits would not be required for smaller jobs such as replacing drywall, installing cabinetry, or putting down landscaping pavers in your backyard.
Building a new home or business?
These projects require a more in-depth permitting process and require more paperwork on the front end before a permit can be issued. The required paperwork includes a detailed site plan, electrical and plumbing schedules, elevations, and more.
Do stormwater requirements apply to my project? Learn if you need a SWPPP and an OKR10 Permit
You may be required to obtain an OKR10 Stormwater Permit if your project will:
Disturb 1 acre or more or be part of a common plan of development or sale that will ultimately disturb 1 acre or more.
If either applies, you must obtain an OKR10 Permit and submit your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to the City before a permit can be issued.
For details on how to apply and what’s required, visit our OKR10 Permit Information page. OKR10 Permit Information
If you plan on building, renovating, or modifying your building or site and are unsure if you need a permit, reach out to Community Development by emailing Construction.Application@bethanyok.org or call us at 405-789-6005 and we can let you know which permits you need and help you through the process.