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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Lecompton
New residential, commercial, and some other construction projects require a permit. Electrical upgrades also require a permit. The city council has noted in meeting minutes that minor structures (such as small detached bathroom structures) may not require a permit; when in doubt, contact City Hall.
Minor structures below a certain size threshold may not require a permit (city council minutes from 2025 reference a 6x8 bathroom structure as not requiring a permit)
- Exempt Minor structures below a certain size threshold may not require a permit (city council minutes from 2025 reference a 6x8 bathroom structure as not requiring a permit)
Note: Specific exemption list is not published on the city website; contact City Hall at 785-887-6407 to confirm what work is exempt. Right-of-way work on utilities (gas, electric, communications) requires a separate Rights-of-Way Crossing Permit under Ordinance 840.
Required documents
- Completed Building Construction Permit Application
- Project details including cost estimate
- Two separate checks for fees
- Building code
- Lecompton follows the 2003 International Building Code and related codes. Note: This is based on the Resources page language. Contact City Hall at 785-887-6407 to confirm whether a more recent edition has been adopted.
- Permit validity
- Not publicly stated; contact City Hall
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly detailed; contact City Hall
- Contractor requirements
- Not publicly detailed; contact City Hall
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated; contact City Hall at 785-887-6407
- 01 Download the Building Construction Permit Application PDF from https://lecompton.org/resources/
- 02 Complete the application with project details
- 03 Prepare two separate checks: one for the application fee ($25) and one for the project-based fee (1% of project cost, minimum $100 for projects under $10,000)
- 04 Submit completed application and payment to City Hall at 327 Elmore during office hours
- 05 Permit reviewed and issued by city staff
- 06 Post permit on job site
- 07 Schedule required inspections through City Hall at 785-887-6407
- 08 Complete inspections
- 09 If inspection costs exceed the initial fees paid, pay the difference within one week of the final inspection
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact City Hall at 785-887-6407
Source: City of Lecompton ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Lecompton building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25 application fee plus $100 project fee minimum (for projects under $10,000)
02
Plan check fee
Not stated separately; included in overall fee structure
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Permit fee formula
Application fee: $25 (paid by separate check); Project fee: 1% of project cost, minimum $100 for projects under $10,000 (paid by separate check); Electrical/mechanical permits: $25 application fee plus $100 minimum project fee. If inspection costs exceed initial fees paid, the difference is due within one week of the final inspection.
Two separate checks required; submit in person at City Hall
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 785-887-6407 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Wednesday 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Not publicly documented; contact City Hall
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Lecompton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Lecompton, KS? ▸
New residential, commercial, and some other construction projects require a permit. Electrical upgrades also require a permit. The city council has noted in meeting minutes that minor structures (such as small detached bathroom structures) may not require a permit; when in doubt, contact City Hall.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Lecompton, KS? ▸
Building permit fees in Lecompton, KS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25 application fee plus $100 project fee minimum (for projects under $10,000). Fees are calculated as: Application fee: $25 (paid by separate check); Project fee: 1% of project cost, minimum $100 for projects under $10,000 (paid by separate check); Electrical/mechanical permits: $25 application fee plus $100 minimum project fee. If inspection costs exceed initial fees paid, the difference is due within one week of the final inspection.. Plan check fee: Not stated separately; included in overall fee structure.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lecompton, KS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Lecompton, KS, follow these steps: 1. Download the Building Construction Permit Application PDF from https://lecompton.org/resources/ 2. Complete the application with project details 3. Prepare two separate checks: one for the application fee ($25) and one for the project-based fee (1% of project cost, minimum $100 for projects under $10,000) 4. Submit completed application and payment to City Hall at 327 Elmore during office hours 5. Permit reviewed and issued by city staff 6. Post permit on job site 7. Schedule required inspections through City Hall at 785-887-6407 8. Complete inspections 9. If inspection costs exceed the initial fees paid, pay the difference within one week of the final inspection
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Lecompton, KS? ▸
Building permit processing times in Lecompton, KS typically run Not publicly stated; contact City Hall at 785-887-6407. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Lecompton, KS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Lecompton, KS. The following work is generally exempt: Minor structures below a certain size threshold may not require a permit (city council minutes from 2025 reference a 6x8 bathroom structure as not requiring a permit). Note: Specific exemption list is not published on the city website; contact City Hall at 785-887-6407 to confirm what work is exempt. Right-of-way work on utilities (gas, electric, communications) requires a separate Rights-of-Way Crossing Permit under Ordinance 840. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lecompton, KS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lecompton, KS via: 785-887-6407.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Lecompton before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.