Kansas City Building Codes

Useful Links

• Zoning and Development Code
• Building and Rehabilitation Code
• Application for Permit Requirements
• Construction Documents Requirements
• Fee Schedule
• Required Inspections
• Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings
• Interactive Maps
• Market Value Analysis
• KC City Planning and Development Organization Chart
• AdvanceKC Business Session Update
• Development Assistance Teams
• KC Economic Development Corporation

Key Points

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• We should reach out to Assistant City Manager, Kerrie Tyndall to discuss possible collaboration with AdvanceKC and Economic Development Programs for Opportunity Zones.
• When reading the codes, The words "must," "will," "shall" and "may not" are mandatory. The word "may" is permissive, and "should" is advisory, not mandatory or required. reference
• New construction of residential, detached single family units must be performed by a licensed general contractor or under their supervision. There are permit exceptions if building owner and resident buys all the material themselves. reference
• The enforcement agency is the Department of City planning and Development. They assign a building official to oversee compliance by receiving applications, reviewing documents, and issuing permits. reference
• Minimum Residential Permit Fee is $482.34 Fee Calculator