City of Maxwell

Maxwell posts building, sewer, water, demolition, and trade permit forms.

Note: No public exemption list was identified in the reviewed Maxwell permit materials.

Building code

Specific code edition was not posted on the reviewed city materials; forms require compliance with city and state law and applicable code.

Permit validity

Building permit work must begin within 6 months of approval. Trade permit expires one year from approval or if work does not begin or is abandoned for 180 days.

Owner-builder

Building permit form allows owner, contractor, architect, and engineer contacts.

Contractor requirements

Maxwell trade permit states work must be performed by a State of Iowa licensed contractor.

Source: City of Maxwell ↗

1. 01
   Download the Maxwell building permit application and, if needed, the separate trade permit form from the city forms page.
2. 02
   Complete the application with site plan, building plan(s), legal description, project description, cost, and square footage.
3. 03
   Submit the completed application to cityclerk@maxwell.iowa.gov or to Maxwell City Hall.
4. 04
   Pay city permit, plan review, and connection fees after review.
5. 05
   Schedule inspections with Safe Building and obtain final city approval.

Typical processing time: Not publicly posted on the reviewed Maxwell materials.

Source: City of Maxwell ↗

Building permit form shows city connection fees of $200 water connection, $400 larger water connection, and $200 sewer connection, where applicable

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• Safe Building at 515-333-4161 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

At least 1 business day advance notice

Typical sequence: No work may be concealed or covered until approved; final approval is required through the city permit workflow

Source: City of Maxwell ↗