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1. Do I need a permit?

A permit is required for all work performed by contractors or homeowners common work that requires permits include, but are not limited to: decks, fences, finishing basements, remodeling rooms, building garages and / sheds, roof repairs, porches, heat and air units, plumbing and electrical.

2. Can I build on a utility easement?

No, structures cannot be built in easements. Plot plans submitted for approval with the permit application must sh ow these easements and indicate where the structure will be located outside of the easement.

3. Do I have to be a certified tradesperson to work on my own home or a friend/relative's home?

You may perform construction work without having a trade certificate provided you are both the owner and occupant of the home. However, you must still obtain a permit, and have inspections completed during construction. If you are doing work on your secondary residence or a friend/relative's property, you need to have a trades license as well as the proper permits and inspections.

4. Who issues permits for work done in the public right-of-way (i.e. curbs, sidewalks, etc)?

Permits for work done in the public right-of-way are issued and inspected by the building inspector and/or Street Supervisor.

5. What contractor's licenses are issued by Building Inspections?

The following licenses are issued by Building Inspections: Building Contractor, Roofing Contractor, (roofing contractors must have Kansas Roofing registration) Demolition Contractor, Sign Contractor, Mechanical Contractor, Plumbing Contractor and Electrical Contractor. Most licenses require successful completion of the Block and Associates (Prometric or ICC) exam.

6. What certificates does Building Inspections issue to tradespersons?

Building Inspections issues certificates for the following trades, upon successful completion of the Block and Associates exam (Prometric or ICC) : Journeyman Plumber with Gas, Master Plumber with Gas, Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Journeyman Mechanical and Master Mechanical, Sprinkler Installer. The following certificates are issued without successful completion of the Block and Associates (Prometric or ICC) exam: General building trades and tree trimmers.