City of Owasso: Animal Shelter

111 N. Main Directions: Exit Highway 169 at the 76th ST exit; turn West on 76th ST & follow to Main ST; at stop light turn North on Main (right); City Hall is 2 blocks ahead on the East side (right-hand) of Street. Visitor parking is available on both sides on the building.

City offices are open Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM except on designated Holidays.

I am interested in having a Block Party in my neighborhood. Can you tell me what I need to know?

Please visit the City's Block Party page for everything you need to know. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact Tim Rooney at (918) 376-1500.

If you are interested and serious about starting a neighborhood watch group contact the Owasso Police Department, (918) 272-2244.

To have your house sprayed for mosquitoes you may contact the Tulsa County Health Department at (918) 595-4219.

Who do I call if my neighbor has unusually tall grass, debris in his or her yard, or an inoperable vehicle in his or her yard?

Contact the City of Owasso's Code Enforcement Officer Robert Stacy at (918) 376-1546.
You may also fill out a SERVICE REQUEST online.

Owasso's sales tax is actually made up of three separate taxes; the state tax, the city tax, and the county tax. The state tax is 4.5%. The city tax is 3%. The county tax is 1.017%. Total Sales Tax for Owasso is 8.517%

I have a question that you did not answer. Who can I call to get it answered?

To find the answer to a question not on this list, feel free to call Tim Rooney at (918) 376-1500.

Questions for the Court Clerk & Police Department

For more information on court or citation information please contact Janet Jackson at (918) 376-1550 or Tera Fowler at (918) 376-1553

Court is held at the Old Central Building, located at 109 N. Birch (building directly behind City Hall). Please contact the Court Clerk's office (376-1550) for the date & time to appear.

In most instances, traffic citations may be handled through the mail or payment made in person. Please read the reverse side of your citation and enter your plea by marking the appropriate box and providing your signature.

In Person: Owasso Municipal Building, 111 N Main, Owasso, Oklahoma
Monday--Wednesday & Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM except on designated Holidays

I received an Insurance ticket, I had insurance. I just couldn't find it. What do I do?

By appearing before the office of the Court Clerk at City Hall (111 N. Main) prior to your court date, with valid Proof of Insurance showing the effective date of coverage on or before the date the citation was issued, the citation will be dismissed without costs to you.

I received an insurance ticket, I didn't have insurance at the time. I have insurance now. What do I do?

Operating a vehicle without having valid insurance coverage could constitute a suspension of your driving privileges and require paying a reinstatement fee to the Department of Public Safety. If this is your first Insurance Citation, you may avoid this action by appearing before the Court on the date and time provided; then showing your current proof of insurance to the Judge. You will be required to pay the fine & court costs. Upon payment in full the citation may be dismissed.

I received a citation for my driver's license &/or license tag being expired, do I have to go to court?

By appearing before the office of the Court Clerk located at City Hall (111 N. Main) prior to your Court date, and providing a receipt of renewal for your driver's license or license tag, the fine will be reduced to $15.00 and the citation will be dismissed.

My minor child has received a citation for a non-traffic offense, do we have to appear in Court?

Yes. All juvenile offenders of non-traffic violations must make a mandatory Court appearance. As a parent or legal guardian, you are required to attend all court proceedings with your child.

Failure to appear before the Court or failure to pay a fine that has been assessed will result in a Bench Warrant being issued for your arrest. The Court will also request to the Department of Public Safety that your driving privileges be suspended until the matter is resolved. The Department of Public Safety will require a reinstatement fee, should your driving privileges be suspended.

Contact the Records Clerk at (918) 376-1568 during regular business hours, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday thru Friday (except designated Holidays), or you may leave a message on voice mail after hours. You may pick up the copy at the Police station located at City Hall (111 N. Main) once your report has been researched. There may be a small fee.

No, I’m sorry; you must report a crime in the jurisdiction where it occurred. You may only report crimes occurring in Owasso to the Owasso Police Department. We will gladly give you the contact number for other area agencies, if needed.

Fireworks that make a loud explosion or launch into the air are prohibited. Sparklers, smoke bombs, and fountains are examples of legal fireworks. Firecrackers, rockets, mortars, etc., are examples of illegal fireworks.

Drivers Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety. To find the testing center nearest you contact them at (918) 632-7700

Contact the Department of Public Safety (918) 632-7700. Sometimes local tag agencies will also have copies.

During the day (Monday - Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM), you can report a nuisance animal to the Owasso Animal Shelter at (918) 272-4965. If the Animal Control Officer is away from the office, please leave a message. If the animal is barking after 10:00 PM, contact the Police Department (272-2244) and we will respond to the residence on a noise complaint.

If you have the tag number as well as description of the vehicle in question, and can positively identify the driver, then you may have enough information to file charge via citizen’s complaint. Please request to speak with an officer if the above information is available. Never take the law into your own hands. The best course of action concerning an aggressive driver is to give them lots of distance and let them pass you. NEVER chase someone on the highway. It is dangerous, and rather than helping, you are becoming part of the problem. Many people are killed each year as the result of “road rage”.

My vehicle was impounded by the Owasso Police Department, how do I get it back?

As long as there is no “hold” on the vehicle, the process to get it back is simple. Each wrecker service will set their own criteria for release, generally they are as follows:

You must be the registered owner.
You must bring the title or registration to the wrecker service.
You must show proper identification to the wrecker service.
You must pay the wrecker company for the towing and storage of your vehicle.

*To determine which wrecker service is in possession of your vehicle, Contact Owasso Police Records Division (918) 376-1568.

There are several ways to get someone out of jail. The person has to be sober, and eligible for bond. A bond is a cash deposit to guarantee that someone will appear on their court date. If they do not show up for court, their bond is forfeited to the court. If they do show up for court, their bond may be returned to the person who posted it. (For more information on the bonding process contact the Owasso Court Clerk (918) 376-1550.)

Pay the full amount of their bond. Either in Cash, (exact change required), or by Credit Card. If the prisoner shows up for court, the bond may be returned to the person who posted it. (You must contact the Court Clerk!)
Contact a bondsman. The bondsman may charge you whatever amount you both agree on. The money given to a bondsman will not be returned to you. The bondsman will sign paperwork to have the prisoner released.
Contact an attorney. The attorney can sign for the prisoner and he will be released. Again, the fee the attorney charges you will not be returned by the court, and is negotiated between you and the attorney.
Wait 10 days. Owasso is a 10-day holding facility. We must release a prisoner after 10 days of incarceration.

I’m sorry, but the Police Department no longer offers this service. It will be necessary for you to contact a locksmith for assistance.

Sorry, but the police cannot force someone to honor a civil agreement. You need to take that person to small claims court. However, we would be glad to have an officer speak to you to ensure that you have not been the victim of fraud or some other crime.

Questions relating to Public Works

The City of Owasso's Recycling Center is located at 499 S. Main (follow Main St. South of 76th St.). The Recycling Center is open 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday through Friday, and 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturdays. You can contact the Recycling Center at (918) 272-4991. The center recycles glass, plastics, cans, newspaper, cardboard, aluminum, antifreeze, lead-acid batteries, and used motor oil.

Call the Street Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call the Engineering Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call the Street Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call AEP (formerly PSO) at 599-6432.You can also go to out our Report A Problem form to find a link to AEP.

Questions relating to Utility Services

We require a contract for service be completed, copy of photo ID, and a $50.00 deposit for all residential and commercial customers. If leasing property, we need a copy of the lease agreement. Contracts for service can be completed by stopping by the Utility Billing Department located at 111 N. Main (City Hall) or you can download the Auto Payment form (in the Acrobat PDF format). The completed contract can be faxed to (918) 376-1551, mailed to P O Box 180 Owasso, OK 74055, or dropped off at the Utility Department (City Hall - 111 N. Main). For additional questions, please contact Utility Billing Clerk at (918) 376-1521.

The deposit is held for five years or until the account closes, at which time the deposit will be credited toward the final bill. If the final bill is less than the $50.00 deposit, then a refund check will be issued and mailed to the customer

After the application and all information is received, we need one business day notice to get the water service started. Contact Utility Billing at (918) 376-1521.

It is mandatory that yard waste be separated from April through October. Yard waste bags can be purchased for a cost of $8.00 for 10 bags. Bags may be purchased at the Utility Billing window at City Hall (111 N. Main), Public Works Department (301 W. 2nd Avenue) or Quik Trip locations in Owasso. No charge for pickup of yard waste bags.
Yard waste poly-carts are available from April through October and cost $11.70 per month, which will be included with your monthly water bill. Contact Utility Billing at (918) 376-1521 or complete Service Request form.
The Owasso Recycling Center located at 499 S. Main will take other recyclable material.

We currently accept payments by cash, check, money order, or credit card. Payments can be made in person at the Utility Billing Department located at 111 N. Main (City Hall) or can be dropped in a night drop located on the south side of City Hall. You can also pay your payment by mailing it to Utility Billing Department P.O. Box 180, Owasso, Ok 74055.

Credit card payments can be made by phone by calling (918) 376-1520 or (918) 376-1521.

We also offer automatic monthly payments (ACH) download the Auto Payment. This service is offered free to all utility customers and is a great way to insure payments are received on time; thus avoiding any late penalties should your payment be delayed. You may download the ACH authorization form from the Utility Link of the City Website. Once the form has been completed you will need to return it along with an attached voided check to Utility Billing Department P.O. Box 180 Owasso, OK 74055 or drop the form off at 111 N. Main (City Hall).

The City of Owasso provides sanitary sewer and refuse service for all city residents. Depending upon the area of the City that you live in, water service may be provided by the City of Owasso, Rogers County Rural Water District #3, or Washington County Rural Water District #3. Please contact the Utility Billing Department at (918) 376-1521 to determine which entity would serve your residence or business.

Business Frequently Asked Questions

Community Development FAQs

For more information please call (918) 376-1540. You may also fill out a Service Request online.

An Occupancy Permit needs to be completed, there is no charge and takes very little time to fill out. The City Planner, Building Inspector and the Fire Marshall inspect the property and sign off on the permit. For additional information, please contact Permits Clerk at (918) 376-1540.

Home occupation requires the Board of Adjustment (Special Exception) approval. No signs can be displayed on the premises and the business shall not generate more than 15 trips per day to and from the premises. For questions or additional information regarding the approval process, please contact Permits Clerk at (918) 376-1540.

You will need one set of house plans and a plot plan along with the completed permit.
House plans and plot plan need to be delivered to City Hall (111 N. Main). For additional information, please contact Permits Clerk at (918) 376-1540.

If the shed is sitting on skids it does not need a permit but does need to stay off easements and have a minimum setback of ten feet from any side yard or rear lot lines. If the building will have a foundation, a building permit is required.

The City of Owasso does not issue licenses for Contractors. All Contractors are required to carry valid licenses that are issued by the State of Oklahoma.

How long does it take to receive approval for a residential single family or commercial building permit?

Residential permits take three to five days and a Commercial building permit takes ten to fifteen days. Applicants are notified by phone when the permit is ready to be issued.

Can I get a same day inspection? What information do I need to leave on the inspection line?

As long as the inspection is received prior to 2:00PM it will be performed that day. The information that needs to be given is:

No permit is required for a fence. Fences and walls within yards should not exceed eight feet in the rear yard. The front yard should not exceed 4 feet.

Carports are permitted by Special Exception, which requires the Board of Adjustment approval.
For additional informaton, please contact City Planner at (918) 376-1543.

Yes, if the homeowner plans to do their own plumbing, electrical or mechanical work; a permit and inspection will be required.
For more information, please contact Code Official at (918) 376-1544.

Yes, a building permit does need to be submitted along with plans on the project.
For additional information, please contact Permits Clerk at (918) 376-1540.

It cannot cover more than 20% of the area of the minimum required rear yard and total floor area cannot exceed 750 square feet.

Questions relating to Public Works

Call the Street Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call the Engineering Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call the Street Division of Public Works at (918) 272-4959. You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Call AEP (formerly PSO) at 599-6432.You can also fill out our online Service Request form.

Questions relating to Utility Services

After the application and all information is received, we need one business day notice to get the water service started. Contact Utility Billing at (918) 376-1521.

It is mandatory that yard waste be separated from April through October. Yard waste bags can be purchased for a cost of $8.00 for 10 bags. Bags may be purchased at the Utility Billing window at City Hall (111 N. Main), Public Works Department (301 W. 2nd Avenue) or Quik Trip locations in Owasso. No charge for pickup of yard waste bags.
Yard waste poly-carts are available from April through October and cost $11.70 per month, which will be included with your monthly water bill. Contaact Utility Billing at (918) 376-1521 or complete Service Request form.
The Owasso Recycling Center located at 499 S. Main will take other recyclable material.

Credit card payments can be made by phone by calling (918) 376-1520 or (918) 376-1521.

We also offer automatic monthly payments (ACH) (download the Auto Payment). This service is offered free to all utility customers and is a great way to insure payments are received on time; thus avoiding any late penalties should your payment be delayed. You may download the ACH authorization form from the Utility Link of the City Website. Once the form has been completed you will need to return it along with an attached voided check to Utility Billing Department P.O. Box 180 Owasso, OK 74055 or drop the form off at 111 N. Main (City Hall).

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