How much does a building permit cost in Eudora, KS?

The minimum permit fee is $47.00 (inspection minimum charge is one-half hour per Resolution 2025-14). Fees are calculated as: Not fully specified in publicly accessible content; contact department for valuation table or flat fee schedule. Plan check fee: Not publicly stated; contact department.

How do I apply for a building permit in Eudora, KS?

1. Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial/industrial, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fence, irrigation, accessory building, etc.) 2. Complete the building permit application online at https://cityofeudoraks.gov/FormCenter/Permit-Application-2/Building-Permit-Application-47 or obtain a paper form in person 3. Prepare required documents: two sets of plans stamped by a certified professional (where required), two sets of site plans from a Kansas-licensed surveyor (where required), contractor license information 4. Submit application with all documents online or in person at 14 E. 7th Street 5. Wait for review -- minimum review time is five (5) business days 6. Receive permit approval and pay fees 7. Post permit on job site 8. Verify that all contractors performing work hold a current City of Eudora contractor license 9. Schedule and pass required inspections through the Community Development Department 10. Obtain final inspection approval

How long does it take to get a building permit in Eudora, KS?

Typical processing time is Minimum 5 business days for plan review.

What work is exempt from building permits in Eudora, KS?

The following work is generally exempt: Remodeling, rehabilitation, and improvements to existing structures are excluded from park fee requirements (Article 3 of city code), though building permits are still required for most such work; Public and quasi-public uses are exempt from park fees (city-owned facilities, political subdivisions, state and federal government facilities, places of worship). Note: Specific construction exemptions from permit requirements are not published on the city website; contact Curt Baumann at cbaumann@cityofeudoraks.gov for the current exemption list

How do I schedule a building inspection in Eudora, KS?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 785-542-2153, option 3 or 785-542-3124.

City Building Permits

Eudora, KS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Eudora, Kansas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Kansas Douglas County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers all construction within the incorporated city limits of Eudora. Work in unincorporated areas outside Eudora city limits falls under Douglas County jurisdiction.

Department: City of Eudora Community Development Department -- Building and Codes Division
Address: 14 E. 7th Street, Eudora, KS 66025
Phone: 785-542-2153, option 3
Email: cbaumann@cityofeudoraks.gov
Website: https://www.cityofeudoraks.gov/65/Building-Planning-Zoning-Codes

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permit Application

Platform: CivicPlus FormCenter • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Permits and Applications Landing Page

Application Process

Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial/industrial, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fence, irrigation, accessory building, etc.)
Complete the building permit application online at https://cityofeudoraks.gov/FormCenter/Permit-Application-2/Building-Permit-Application-47 or obtain a paper form in person
Prepare required documents: two sets of plans stamped by a certified professional (where required), two sets of site plans from a Kansas-licensed surveyor (where required), contractor license information
Submit application with all documents online or in person at 14 E. 7th Street
Wait for review -- minimum review time is five (5) business days
Receive permit approval and pay fees
Post permit on job site
Verify that all contractors performing work hold a current City of Eudora contractor license
Schedule and pass required inspections through the Community Development Department
Obtain final inspection approval

Typical processing time: Minimum 5 business days for plan review

Source: City of Eudora Community Development Department -- Building and Codes Division

General Requirements

A permit is required for new construction, remodeling, additions, plumbing work, electrical work, heating and mechanical work, accessory buildings, fences, irrigation systems, and connections to the water system

Required Documents

Completed application
Two sets of plans stamped by a certified professional (scope-dependent)
Two sets of site plans from a Kansas-licensed surveyor (scope-dependent)
Contractor license information

Permit validity: Not publicly stated; contact department
Building code: Not publicly specified on the website as of research date. Contact Curt Baumann at 785-542-3124 to confirm current adopted code edition.
Owner-builder: Not publicly detailed; contact Building and Codes Administrator at 785-542-3124
Contractor requirements: All contractors performing work under a city-issued building permit must hold a current City of Eudora contractor license. Contractors must also hold a valid license from a Kansas state, county, or municipal jurisdiction. Licensed contractor categories include: concrete, roofing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fence, general, and miscellaneous.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $47.00 (inspection minimum charge is one-half hour per Resolution 2025-14)
Plan check fee: Not publicly stated; contact department
Permit fee formula: Not fully specified in publicly accessible content; contact department for valuation table or flat fee schedule
Payment note: Contact department at 785-542-2153, option 3, for accepted payment methods

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Eudora Community Development Department -- Building and Codes Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

785-542-2153, option 3 or 785-542-3124 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Plan reviews are conducted for new construction and all remodeling projects before permit issuance; field inspections occur during construction; final inspection required before occupancy

Additional Resources

Building code: Not publicly specified on the website as of research date. Contact Curt Baumann at 785-542-3124 to confirm current adopted code edition.
Verify contractor license: Licensed Contractors
Zoning information: View zoning info
Site Development Plans
Building in Eudora Overview
Eudora City Code (Article 3 -- Building Permits and Park Fees)
Contractor Licensure Code
License lookup guide: Kansas Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Kansas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Kansas hub: Kansas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Eudora Community Development Department -- Building and Codes Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Eudora Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Eudora, KS?: A permit is required for new construction, remodeling, additions, plumbing work, electrical work, heating and mechanical work, accessory buildings, fences, irrigation systems, and connections to the water system
How much does a building permit cost in Eudora, KS?: The minimum permit fee is $47.00 (inspection minimum charge is one-half hour per Resolution 2025-14). Fees are calculated as: Not fully specified in publicly accessible content; contact department for valuation table or flat fee schedule. Plan check fee: Not publicly stated; contact department.
How do I apply for a building permit in Eudora, KS?: 1. Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial/industrial, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fence, irrigation, accessory building, etc.) 2. Complete the building permit application online at https://cityofeudoraks.gov/FormCenter/Permit-Application-2/Building-Permit-Application-47 or obtain a paper form in person 3. Prepare required documents: two sets of plans stamped by a certified professional (where required), two sets of site plans from a Kansas-licensed surveyor (where required), contractor license information 4. Submit application with all documents online or in person at 14 E. 7th Street 5. Wait for review -- minimum review time is five (5) business days 6. Receive permit approval and pay fees 7. Post permit on job site 8. Verify that all contractors performing work hold a current City of Eudora contractor license 9. Schedule and pass required inspections through the Community Development Department 10. Obtain final inspection approval
How long does it take to get a building permit in Eudora, KS?: Typical processing time is Minimum 5 business days for plan review.
What work is exempt from building permits in Eudora, KS?: The following work is generally exempt: Remodeling, rehabilitation, and improvements to existing structures are excluded from park fee requirements (Article 3 of city code), though building permits are still required for most such work; Public and quasi-public uses are exempt from park fees (city-owned facilities, political subdivisions, state and federal government facilities, places of worship). Note: Specific construction exemptions from permit requirements are not published on the city website; contact Curt Baumann at cbaumann@cityofeudoraks.gov for the current exemption list
How do I schedule a building inspection in Eudora, KS?: Inspections can be scheduled via: 785-542-2153, option 3 or 785-542-3124.

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