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1. How do I apply for a building permit?

Details of the building permit process, including requirements, forms, and fees can be found on the Compliance web page.

2. Do you take credit cards?

Yes, you can use Visa or MasterCard in addition to cash, checks, or money orders. We will accept personal checks.

3. What are the adopted codes in the City of Kemah?

The adopted codes are documented under the Applicable Codes tab in the Code Enforcement section of the Compliance web page.

4. How do I report a code violation?

Visit the "Report a Violation" tab of the Code Enforcement section of the Compliance web page or go directly to the Report a Suspected Code Violation Form.

5. How can I find out if my property is in the flood zone?

The FEMA Flood Map Service Center (MSC) is the official public source for flood hazard information produced in support of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Use the MSC to find your official flood map, access a range of other flood hazard products, and take advantage of tools for better understanding flood risk. You can also visit the City Hall to review your address on the flood zone map. FEMA Flood Map Service Center