Haven, KS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Haven

Department

City Building Inspector / City Clerk

Address

120 S. Kansas Ave., P.O. Box 356, Haven, KS 67543

Phone

620-465-3618

Email

j.harper@havenks.gov for the City Clerk , per contact page

Website

https://www.havencityhall.org/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Step 1: Obtain building permit application form
2. Step 2: Submit application and fee based on valuation
3. Step 3: City Building Inspector reviews under adopted code
4. Step 4: Permit issuance and numbering on issuance/start of construction

Typical processing time: Not published

Source: City Building Inspector / City Clerk

General Requirements

City code requires a building permit before occupancy/use changes and for covered building work

Required Documents

• Application and valuation basis; other plans may be requested depending on the work

Permit validity

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Building code

Haven adopts the Building, Residential, Fire, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Electrical Codes. The public snippet shows the IBC 2015 edition with local amendments

Owner-builder

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Contractor requirements

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Fees

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Plan check fee

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Permit fee formula

Valuation based fee schedule in city code, starting with $25 up to $1,000.99 and stepping upward by valuation brackets

Reinspection fee

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Formula: Valuation based fee schedule in city code, starting with $25 up to $1,000.99 and stepping upward by valuation brackets
• Not clearly published in accessible snippet
• Forms: https://www.havencityhall.org/forms.htm
• Code enforcement: https://www.havencityhall.org/contact-us.htm
• Municipal code: https://havenks.citycode.net/articleBuildingCode.htm

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Typical inspection sequence: Apply for permit, receive number/inspection if required, then construction

Additional Resources

• Building code: Haven adopts the Building, Residential, Fire, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Electrical Codes. The public snippet shows the IBC 2015 edition with local amendments
• License lookup guide: Kansas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Kansas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Kansas hub: Kansas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Haven Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Haven, KS?

City code requires a building permit before occupancy/use changes and for covered building work

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

The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based fee schedule in city code, starting with $25 up to $1,000.99 and stepping upward by valuation brackets. Plan check fee: Thin data.

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

1. Step 1: Obtain building permit application form 2. Step 2: Submit application and fee based on valuation 3. Step 3: City Building Inspector reviews under adopted code 4. Step 4: Permit issuance and numbering on issuance/start of construction

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

Typical processing time is Not published.

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

The following work is generally exempt: Formula: Valuation based fee schedule in city code, starting with $25 up to $1,000.99 and stepping upward by valuation brackets; Not clearly published in accessible snippet; Forms: https://www.havencityhall.org/forms.htm; Code enforcement: https://www.havencityhall.org/contact-us.htm; Municipal code: https://havenks.citycode.net/articleBuildingCode.htm.

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

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