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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Raymore
Permits cover new buildings, additions, basement finishes, tenant finishes, electrical/plumbing/mechanical work, decks, fences, roofing, pools, irrigation, and solar collectors
No specific exempt list on the page; the Development Guide indicates even minor changes with utilities often need permits, so consult staff before starting.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
- Exempt No specific exempt list on the page; the Development Guide indicates even minor changes with utilities often need permits, so consult staff before starting.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
Required documents
- When a permit is required: Permits cover new buildings, additions, basement finishes, tenant finishes, electrical/plumbing/mechanical work, decks, fences, roofing, pools, irrigation, and solar collectors
- Required documents: Supplemental documents include Residential Plan Review Checklist, inspection guidelines, deck/plumbing/solar brochures, and the contractor licensing packet describing insurance/testing requirements
- Permit validity/expiration: Not specifically published; inspections and final approval verify compliance before certificates are released
- Owner-builder rules if available: The “Homeowner as Contractor Notice” is provided for owner-builders
- Contractor license requirements: Contractor licensing requires insurance, satisfactory test scores or equivalent education, or existing licenses from other jurisdictions, including Class D electrical contractors abiding by state registration requirements.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn13view0
- Building code adopted: Raymore follows the 2012 International Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas and Fire Codes plus the 2011 National Electrical Code; the Development Guide contains the code references and amendments.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
- Building code
- Raymore follows the 2012 International Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas and Fire Codes plus the 2011 National Electrical Code; the Development Guide contains the code references and amendments.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
- Permit validity
- Not specifically published; inspections and final approval verify compliance before certificates are released
- Owner-builder
- The “Homeowner as Contractor Notice” is provided for owner-builders
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor licensing requires insurance, satisfactory test scores or equivalent education, or existing licenses from other jurisdictions, including Class D electrical contractors abiding by state registration requirements.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn13view0
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Most residential applications take about two to three days to review.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
- 01 Choose the correct permit (residential building, commercial, deck, pool, roofing, solar, etc.) from the Building Permit & Development Applications page
- 02 Review and prepare Supplemental Documents (plan review checklist, deck guidelines, homeowner notice, schedule of fees) before submission
- 03 Register on the Municipal Online Payments portal, upload all documentation, and pay the appropriate fee; applications are routed to Development Services for review and DRC distribution
- 04 Once the Building Official approves the submission, schedule inspections by contacting Building Inspections (816-331-7916) per the inspection guidebook
Typical processing time: Most residential applications take about two to three days to review.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
Source: Development Services Department – Building Inspections ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Raymore building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not listed on the landing page; consult the linked fee schedule
02
Plan check fee
Plan reviews are billed at the same hourly rate ($55/hour, 1-hour minimum) as listed in the fee exhibit
03
Permit fee formula
Includes valuation-based building valuation fees ($2.00/$1,000 for the first $100,000 and $0.50 thereafter) plus hourly inspection charges and trip-based excise taxes (e.g., $2,179 per trip generated for residential).【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
04
Reinspection fee
Reinspection is $55/hour (1-hour minimum); temporary CO bonds may be required at $1,000 or three times the permit cost.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0
The Municipal Online Payments portal handles all permit payments, occupational licenses, excise taxes and related fees.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn7view0
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call Building Inspections at 816-331-7916 to schedule inspections after the permit is issued; inspection guidelines describe sequences ()
- Inspection hours
- Building Inspections operates within City Hall hours, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn7view0
Typical sequence: Guides describe foundation, rough, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and final inspections; larger buildings over 5,000 square feet may require special inspection programs.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn13view0
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Raymore permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Raymore, MO? ▸
Permits cover new buildings, additions, basement finishes, tenant finishes, electrical/plumbing/mechanical work, decks, fences, roofing, pools, irrigation, and solar collectors
02 How much does a building permit cost in Raymore, MO? ▸
Building permit fees in Raymore, MO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not listed on the landing page; consult the linked fee schedule. Fees are calculated as: Includes valuation-based building valuation fees ($2.00/$1,000 for the first $100,000 and $0.50 thereafter) plus hourly inspection charges and trip-based excise taxes (e.g., $2,179 per trip generated for residential).【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0. Plan check fee: Plan reviews are billed at the same hourly rate ($55/hour, 1-hour minimum) as listed in the fee exhibit.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Raymore, MO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Raymore, MO, follow these steps: 1. Choose the correct permit (residential building, commercial, deck, pool, roofing, solar, etc.) from the Building Permit & Development Applications page 2. Review and prepare Supplemental Documents (plan review checklist, deck guidelines, homeowner notice, schedule of fees) before submission 3. Register on the Municipal Online Payments portal, upload all documentation, and pay the appropriate fee; applications are routed to Development Services for review and DRC distribution 4. Once the Building Official approves the submission, schedule inspections by contacting Building Inspections (816-331-7916) per the inspection guidebook
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Raymore, MO? ▸
Building permit processing times in Raymore, MO typically run Most residential applications take about two to three days to review.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Raymore, MO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Raymore, MO. The following work is generally exempt: No specific exempt list on the page; the Development Guide indicates even minor changes with utilities often need permits, so consult staff before starting.【0†source】【0†source】【0†source】citeturn9view0. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Raymore, MO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Raymore, MO via: Call Building Inspections at 816-331-7916 to schedule inspections after the permit is issued; inspection guidelines describe sequences.
last verified April 2026
source Development Services Department – Building Inspections ↗
entry id permits/missouri/cass/raymore
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Development Services Department – Building Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.