Building Permits + Codes

Schedule a Building Inspection: 

In order to schedule a building inspection, please ​contact the Permit Technician at least 48 hours in advance via email (preferred) or by phone 913.676.8362 or 913.676.8360.

Permit and Inspection Requirements: 

A building permit is required for most renovation or construction work, in the City of Mission, including alterations to the electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems of a building or structure. Exceptions to this requirement may include minor non-structural exterior repairs, interior finish work, and flat work such as sidewalks and driveways. The City’s Building Official performs all commercial and residential plan reviews and inspections. ​Please direct any inquiries regarding building permits, permit applications, plan reviews and inspections to:

Kim Steffens
Permit Technician
ksteffens@missionks.org | 913.676.8362

Kalin Bird
Building Official
kbird@missionks.org | 913.676.8363

Devon Bryant
Building Inspector
dbryant@missionks.org | 913.676.8365

All contractors performing work in the city must be licensed with the Johnson County Contractor Licensing Program. Current license numbers are entered and verified with the permit application. For assistance obtaining a Johnson County Contractor License, contact 913.715.2233

Codes Adopted

The City of Mission has adopted the 2018 edition of the International Codes and the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code with Amendments as identified in the Municipal Code. This includes:

• International Building Code (IBC)
• International Fire Code (IFC)
• International Plumbing Code (IPC)
• International Mechanical Code (IMC)
• International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
• International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
• International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
• International Residential Code (IRC)
• National Electrical Code
• Mission Municipal Code – Chapter 500

Code books and amendments are available for viewing at the Community Development Department located at City Hall – 6090 Woodson Street.

Building Permit Fee Schedule and Calculators

• Building Permit Fee Schedule (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing)
• Commercial Calculator
• Residential Calculator

Multiple Trade & Single Trade Permits:

• Commercial Building Permit Application Checklist
• Residential/Commercial Building Permit Online Application
• Homeowner Installation Affidavit
• Demolition Permit Application
• Fence Permit Application

Public Work Permits:

• Stormwater Facility Permit (Post Construction/BMP Manual)
• Land Disturbance Permit (Erosion Sediment Control)
• Right of Way Permit Online Application

Informational Handouts: 

• Demolition Permit Submittal Requirements
• Fence Requirements
• Garage and Carport Requirements
• Pools – Spas Requirements
• Lawn Irrigation Requirements
• Deck Construction Guidelines
• Re-Roofing Requirements
• Room Addition Requirements
• Basement Finish Requirements
• Moving-Demolition of Buildings Requirements
• Accessory Buildings – Storage Sheds Requirements

For more information, please call the Community Development Department at 913.676.8360.