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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Fairway
All construction projects require checking with City Hall. Decks, fences, driveways, roofing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, additions, and new construction all require permits.
Minor ordinary repairs that do not affect structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems
Painting, flooring, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Minor ordinary repairs that do not affect structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems
- Exempt Painting, flooring, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
Note: Contact 913-262-0350 for full exemption list per Fairway Municipal Code.
Required documents
- Completed application with Total Construction Value
- All contact info
- Sub-contractor license numbers
- Building code
- 2012 I-Code Series (IBC, IRC, IMC, IPC, IFGC, IFC, IECC) and 2011 National Electrical Code with Fairway local amendments. Note: this is an older edition than many neighboring cities; verify current adoption status with 913-262-0350 as update may be pending.
- Permit validity
- Contact 913-262-0350.
- Owner-builder
- Owner, contractor, or authorized agent may submit application. Contact 913-262-0350.
- Contractor requirements
- Johnson County contractor license required.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact 913-262-0350.
- 01 Contact City Hall at 913-262-0350 to discuss project and confirm permit requirements.
- 02 Complete Building Permit Application (available at City Hall or from city website).
- 03 Provide complete application including Total Construction Value and all contact information including sub-contractor license numbers.
- 04 New homes, additions, and exception requests require Planning Commission approval before permit issuance.
- 05 Pay permit fee per 2025 fee schedule (adopted Dec. 9, 2024).
- 06 Permit issued.
- 07 Post permit card at job site; no work may take place without posted permit card.
- 08 Request required inspections by contacting City Hall.
- 09 Obtain final inspection.
Typical processing time: Not published; contact 913-262-0350.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective January 1, 2025
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$100
02
Plan check fee
Included in flat fee; contact 913-262-0350 for large commercial projects.
03
Permit fee formula
Flat fee per project type for residential projects. Contact 913-262-0350 for commercial fee structure.
04
Reinspection fee
$50
In-person at City Hall. Permit request will be denied if property has delinquent debt or outstanding financial obligations to the City.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective January 1, 2025) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 913-262-0350 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, rough trades, final. Contact 913-262-0350 for complete sequence.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Fairway permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Fairway, KS? ▸
All construction projects require checking with City Hall. Decks, fences, driveways, roofing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, additions, and new construction all require permits.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Fairway, KS? ▸
Building permit fees in Fairway, KS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100. Fees are calculated as: Flat fee per project type for residential projects. Contact 913-262-0350 for commercial fee structure.. Plan check fee: Included in flat fee; contact 913-262-0350 for large commercial projects..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Fairway, KS? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Fairway, KS, follow these steps: 1. Contact City Hall at 913-262-0350 to discuss project and confirm permit requirements. 2. Complete Building Permit Application (available at City Hall or from city website). 3. Provide complete application including Total Construction Value and all contact information including sub-contractor license numbers. 4. New homes, additions, and exception requests require Planning Commission approval before permit issuance. 5. Pay permit fee per 2025 fee schedule (adopted Dec. 9, 2024). 6. Permit issued. 7. Post permit card at job site; no work may take place without posted permit card. 8. Request required inspections by contacting City Hall. 9. Obtain final inspection.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Fairway, KS? ▸
Building permit processing times in Fairway, KS typically run Not published; contact 913-262-0350.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Fairway, KS? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Fairway, KS. The following work is generally exempt: Minor ordinary repairs that do not affect structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems; Painting, flooring, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work. Note: Contact 913-262-0350 for full exemption list per Fairway Municipal Code. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Fairway, KS? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Fairway, KS via: 913-262-0350.
last verified April 2026
source Building and Planning Department, City of Fairway ↗
entry id permits/kansas/johnson/fairway
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Planning Department, City of Fairway before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.