Parkville, Missouri

Development Permits

Effective March 24, 2020, instructions for permitting and inspections have changed for the next 30 days or until further notice.

  1. Builders can complete online applications and submit permits by e-mail (#6 for residential permits; #7 for commercial permits) or fax to (816) 741-0013. – Permit Application links
  2. Builders shall submit plans electronically by e-mail (#6 for residential permits; #7 for commercial permits)
  3. Builders can make payment by phone with credit card (convenience fee applies) at (816) 741-7676 or by mail to 8880 Clark Avenue, Parkville MO 64152.
  4. Builders may pick up approved permits on the north side of the top floor of City Hall in the vestibule area.
    1. Approved permits are to be picked up by appointment only. For appointment call (816) 741-7676.
  5. Building inspections shall proceed as normal. They require 24 hours’ advanced notice. To schedule an inspection, call (816) 741-9313.
  6. E-mail residential permit applications
  7. E-mail commercial permit applications

The Community Development Department ensures that all construction complies with adopted codes and is safe for the residents and visitors of Parkville. Building inspection ensures the safety of citizens through inspection of construction activities. The inspectors work closely with the community and work diligently to provide timely inspections and to keep the building community informed of changes in codes, policies and procedures. The Department also assists builders in the permit application process.

Application Deadlines

Certain applications require approval of the Planning & Zoning Commission or the Board of Zoning Adjustment. The following documents provide deadlines for different types of permits that require approval.

Planning & Zoning Commission

– Board of Zoning Adjustment

Construction Guidelines

The following construction guidelines have been provided to assist contractors and property owners through the permit and construction process.  These guidelines provide information about applying for a permit, required inspections, common code requirements and building code amendments.

Permit Fees

Residential building permit fees have been adopted from the 2006 International Residential Code and the 1997 Unified Building Code.  Commercial building permits fees have been adopted from the 1997 Unified Building Code. The fees are located in the Residential Construction and Commercial Construction guidelines.


Permit Applications

Building Permit

Permit applications may be completed prior to applying for a building permit. Please submit the permit application and any other required plans or documents to the Community Development Department at City Hall.  A list of other documents required for a building permit may be found in the construction guidelines.

Note: Building permits will not be issued unless a contractor and/or subcontractor has a current Parkville business license. Visit http://parkvillemo.gov/business/business-licenses/ to find out more about licensing your business.

Temporary Occupancy

Temporary Occupancy

A temporary Certificate of Occupancy may be issued by the Building Official for structures that meet all life safety requirements, but are not completely finished.  The application must be completed and submitted with the final inspection to the Community Development Department at City Hall.

Planning and Zoning
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8880 Clark Avenue Parkville, MO 64152

Phone Number (816) 741-7676
Fax Number (816) 741-0013