To use a City Park for an event such as a birthday party, family reunion, et cetera a Park Permit Application must be completed in the SMARTGOV Community Portal.  Click here to enter portal

To obtain a permit for new installation or repairs for plumbing, mechanical (Heating & Air Conditioning), building, or electrical, or demolition of a structure a Permit Application must be completed and submitted on the SMARTGOV Community Portal.  Click here to enter portal.

To obtain water, sewer, gas and trash service an Application for Utility Service must be completed and submitted to a Customer Service Representative. If the residence or business has gas service, the Gas Service Notice must also be completed and returned. If you would like your monthly utility bill to be automatically drafted from your account please complete the Authorization for Utility Bill ACH form. A deposit for services as follows will also be required at the time the application is submitted:

• Residential
  • Water - $45
  • Gas - $100
  • Garbage - $30
  • Sewer - $25

• Commercial
  • Water - $45
  • Gas - $100
  • Garbage - $100
  • Sewer - $25

 

Download Application for Utility Service

Download the Gas Service Notice

Download Authorization for Utility Bill ACH

For more information regarding Utility Bill ACH click here.

Download the Reply Form for Citations

The open records request form may be used to request information or documentation from the City of Columbus, Texas. You may also write or e-mail your request to the City Secretary. Download Open Records Request Form

All dogs that are kept within city limits are required to have and wear a City Tag. These tags can be purchased at the local veterinary clinics or at City Hall. Register your dog in the SMARTGOV Community Portal.  Click here to enter portal.