Change of Occupancy Permit Engineering and Structural Evaluation
ALFA Engineering, LLC provides structural engineering support for change of occupancy permit applications across Texas. Our licensed professional engineers evaluate existing buildings, assess code compliance for the proposed use, and prepare sealed drawings required to obtain a change of occupancy permit.
Scope of Services
- Structural evaluation of existing buildings for proposed change of occupancy classification
- Occupancy classification analysis per the International Building Code and International Existing Building Code
- Load capacity assessment comparing existing conditions to new occupancy requirements
- Code compliance review identifying required structural, accessibility, and life-safety modifications
- PE-sealed permit drawing preparation for building department change of occupancy submittal
Typical Deliverables
- PE-sealed structural evaluation reports documenting existing capacity and proposed compliance
- Change of occupancy permit drawings with structural modifications
- Code compliance documentation for building department review
- Structural modification plans for upgrades required by the new occupancy
- Building department submittal packages with engineering support
Project Types We Support
Warehouse and industrial to office conversions
Retail to restaurant and food service changes
Residential to commercial use conversions
Church and religious facility to event venue changes
Industrial facility repurposing and adaptive reuse
Frequently Asked Questions
Changing Your Building's Use?
Contact ALFA Engineering for a structural evaluation and change of occupancy permit support, or check your property with ALFAP TX for preliminary flood, windstorm, and jurisdiction information.