City Building Permits

Edwardsville, KS - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Kansas Wyandotte County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers the incorporated limits of the City of Edwardsville in the southwestern portion of Wyandotte County. Residents outside city limits fall under the UG Wyandotte County jurisdiction.

Department
City of Edwardsville Planning and Development Department
Address
City Hall, 690 S. 4th Street, Edwardsville, KS 66111
Phone
(913) 356-6012
Website
https://www.edwardsvilleks.org/151/Planning-Development

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Construction Permit

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Call City Hall at (913) 356-6012 to determine whether a permit is required for your project.
  2. Provide project details: property location, type of work (fence, deck, house, commercial building, grading, etc.), and whether utilities will be extended.
  3. If a permit is required, complete and submit the appropriate permit application with supporting documents and plans.
  4. Staff reviews the application; initial review takes up to 10 business days depending on project complexity. Plan revisions or additional information may extend the review period.
  5. Do not begin work until the permit is approved and issued.
  6. Pay permit fees; fee schedule published by the city.
  7. Post permit at the job site.
  8. Schedule required inspections as directed upon permit issuance.
  9. Complete all required inspections.
  10. Receive Certificate of Occupancy or project completion sign-off.

Typical processing time: Initial review up to 10 business days

Source: City of Edwardsville Planning and Development Department

General Requirements

Prior to any building, demolition, excavation, fill/grading, utility, or construction activity. Required for fences, decks, new homes, commercial buildings, driveways, and similar work. Contact City Hall if uncertain.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Supporting information and plans
Permit validity
Not separately published in plain text; contact city at (913) 356-6012 for current policy.
Building code
2012 International Building Code (IBC) with local amendments. Additional codes adopted include the International Residential Code and related technical codes.
Owner-builder
Not separately published; contact city for owner-builder rules.
Contractor requirements
Not separately published in plain text; contact city at (913) 356-6012. State roofing registration (Kansas Roofing Registration Act) applies to all roofing contractors statewide.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$30.00 for first 500 sq ft
Plan check fee
$250–$390 for residential new construction/additions depending on square footage
Permit fee formula
Square-footage-based: first 500 sq ft = $30.00; 500–4,000 sq ft = $0.07 per additional sq ft; 4,001+ sq ft = $0.03 per additional sq ft.
Reinspection fee
Not published in plain text; contact city at (913) 356-6012.
Payment note
Fees paid at City Hall, 690 S. 4th Street. Office hours: Monday–Friday 8 AM to 5 PM.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective August 12, 2025).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Edwardsville Planning and Development Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (913) 356-6012 (phone)
  • cityplanner@edwardsvilleks.org (email)
Inspection hours
City Hall hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Follows adopted IBC/IRC sequence — footing, rough framing and rough-in trades, insulation, final inspection. Specific sequence for each project determined at time of permit issuance.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Edwardsville Planning and Development Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Edwardsville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Edwardsville, KS?
Prior to any building, demolition, excavation, fill/grading, utility, or construction activity. Required for fences, decks, new homes, commercial buildings, driveways, and similar work. Contact City Hall if uncertain.
How much does a building permit cost in Edwardsville, KS?
The minimum permit fee is $30.00 for first 500 sq ft. Fees are calculated as: Square-footage-based: first 500 sq ft = $30.00; 500–4,000 sq ft = $0.07 per additional sq ft; 4,001+ sq ft = $0.03 per additional sq ft.. Plan check fee: $250–$390 for residential new construction/additions depending on square footage.
How do I apply for a building permit in Edwardsville, KS?
1. Call City Hall at (913) 356-6012 to determine whether a permit is required for your project. 2. Provide project details: property location, type of work (fence, deck, house, commercial building, grading, etc.), and whether utilities will be extended. 3. If a permit is required, complete and submit the appropriate permit application with supporting documents and plans. 4. Staff reviews the application; initial review takes up to 10 business days depending on project complexity. Plan revisions or additional information may extend the review period. 5. Do not begin work until the permit is approved and issued. 6. Pay permit fees; fee schedule published by the city. 7. Post permit at the job site. 8. Schedule required inspections as directed upon permit issuance. 9. Complete all required inspections. 10. Receive Certificate of Occupancy or project completion sign-off.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Edwardsville, KS?
Typical processing time is Initial review up to 10 business days.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Edwardsville, KS?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (913) 356-6012, cityplanner@edwardsvilleks.org.

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