Maize, KS — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Maize / Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD)

Phone

316-722-7561 (City of Maize); 316-660-1840 (MABCD for permit processing)

Coverage

The City of Maize has adopted the Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Building and Trade Code and defers permitting jurisdiction to MABCD. Permits for work in Maize are processed through MABCD.

Online portal

MABCD Portal

DynamicPortal

Website

Department website

Additional resources

City of Maize Permits ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Maize

Same as MABCD jurisdiction. For questions specific to Maize, contact City Hall at 316-722-7561.

Scope of work

Permit?

Same as MABCD exemptions for Wichita jurisdiction

Exempt

Exempt Same as MABCD exemptions for Wichita jurisdiction

Note: See MABCD section for complete exemptions.

Required documents

Same as MABCD requirements

Building code: Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Building and Trade Code (2024 IBC, 2024 IEBC, 2018 IRC, 2023 NEC, and associated codes).
Permit validity: Consistent with MABCD rules (180 days).
Owner-builder: Consistent with MABCD rules.
Contractor requirements: MABCD contractor license required.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Consistent with MABCD standard processing.

01

Contact the City of Maize to confirm whether a permit is required and to verify the address is within Maize city limits.
02

Apply for permits through the MABCD Portal at https://mabcdportal.sedgwickcounty.org/ or in person at MABCD (271 W. 3rd St. N., Wichita, KS 67202).
03

Submit all required documents and project information.
04

Pay permit fees via MABCD Portal or in person.
05

Permit is issued.
06

Schedule inspections through the MABCD Portal or IVR (316-660-9550).

Typical processing time: Consistent with MABCD standard processing.

Source: City of Maize / Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Maize building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

See MABCD fee schedule.

Plan check fee

See MABCD fee schedule.

Permit fee formula

Same as MABCD: square footage-based for residential ($0.38/sq. ft. finished, $0.30/sq. ft. unfinished, $0.20/sq. ft. other unfinished). Commercial: valuation-based.

Reinspection fee

See MABCD fee schedule.

Via MABCD Portal or in person at MABCD.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

MABCD Portal (online)
IVR phone system (phone)

Inspection hours: MABCD office hours (Mon-Tue-Thu-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed 9 a.m.-5 p.m.).

Typical sequence: Same as MABCD standard sequence.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Maize permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Maize, KS? ▸

Same as MABCD jurisdiction. For questions specific to Maize, contact City Hall at 316-722-7561.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Maize, KS? ▸

Building permit fees in Maize, KS are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See MABCD fee schedule.. Fees are calculated as: Same as MABCD: square footage-based for residential ($0.38/sq. ft. finished, $0.30/sq. ft. unfinished, $0.20/sq. ft. other unfinished). Commercial: valuation-based.. Plan check fee: See MABCD fee schedule..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Maize, KS? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Maize, KS, follow these steps: 1. Contact the City of Maize to confirm whether a permit is required and to verify the address is within Maize city limits. 2. Apply for permits through the MABCD Portal at https://mabcdportal.sedgwickcounty.org/ or in person at MABCD (271 W. 3rd St. N., Wichita, KS 67202). 3. Submit all required documents and project information. 4. Pay permit fees via MABCD Portal or in person. 5. Permit is issued. 6. Schedule inspections through the MABCD Portal or IVR (316-660-9550).

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Maize, KS? ▸

Building permit processing times in Maize, KS typically run Consistent with MABCD standard processing.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Maize, KS? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Maize, KS. The following work is generally exempt: Same as MABCD exemptions for Wichita jurisdiction. Note: See MABCD section for complete exemptions. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Maize, KS? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Maize, KS via: MABCD Portal, IVR phone system.

last verified April 2026 source City of Maize / Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) ↗ entry id permits/kansas/sedgwick/maize

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Maize / Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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