Construction Guides and Applications

 The following guides and applications have been prepared to help you complete your projects. In most cases plans for your project will be necessary to obtain a permit. Please review each guide for specifics regarding the items needed for a submittal. Permits for new homes are often completed within 3 business days. Miscellaneous permits are completed in 1-2 days. Permit delays usually occur when information is omitted or difficult to read/interpret. Inspectors may be reached for questions at  636-327-5102.

  Residential Project Guides

• Accessory Building Guide
• Backflow Prevention Guide
• Deck Guide
• Demolition Guide    
• Driveway Guide    
• Fence Guide
• Finish Basement Guide
• Residential Plan Submittal Checklist (New Home)
• Residential Occupancy Inspection Checklist
• Swimming Pool Guide    

 Applications for Permit

• Miscellaneous Permit Application (For all projects listed above)
• New Construction - Application for Residential Plan Review
• Backflow Prevention Application 
  Note:  New irrigation systems required both a Backflow Prevention Application and a Miscellaneous Permit Application.
  

 Commercial Project Guides

• Application for Plans Examination and Commercial Building Permit
• Commercial Occupancy & Business License Application     
• Commercial Occupancy & Business License Guide     
• Commercial Plan Review Submittal Guide            
• Codes and Design Parameters
• Demolition Guide

 Contractors

• Lead Safety During Renovation
  
• Renovate Right - Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools

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