All of the City's records are subject to the Public Information Act. Some are confidential, most are not. In order to obtain information, a written request must be received. The request should describe the desired information as clearly as possible. A request form is provided for the convenience of any person desiring to request information.

There is a charge of $0.10 per page for a standard size (8 1/2 x 11, 8 1/2 x 14) document. Information contained in other formats, such as maps or tapes of meetings, costs more. If the request is for a large amount of information or the requested information is stored off-site and the estimated charges are more than $40.00, the requestor will be provided with an estimate of the charges. A requestor may ask to view documents, rather than purchase copies.

Certain information is made confidential by law. When confidential information is requested, an opinion from the Texas Attorney General will be sought and the requestor will be notified.

Typical information requested includes building permits, certificates of occupancy, maps, plats, and City Council, Board, or Commission meeting minutes.

If you are seeking building permit information, it is available online through the City of Baytown eGOV PLUS link.

 You may also use our Public Information Request online form.