City Building Permits

Billings, MO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Missouri Christian County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies within the City of Billings.

Department
City of Billings, Planning and Zoning / Building Inspector
Address
202 NE US Hwy 60, Billings, MO 65610
Phone
417-744-2581 x303
Website
https://billingsmo.com/

Application Process

  1. Contractor obtains annual city contractor license and provides workers compensation and/or certificate of insurance.
  2. Applicant submits building permit application and site plan for zoning approval.
  3. Zoning officer reviews use, lot size, height, and setbacks.
  4. Building inspector reviews code compliance and may request more information.
  5. Applicant pays permit fee based on square footage.
  6. Building inspector meets applicant at site and issues the hard card, which must remain posted.
  7. Required inspections occur through final signoff, then Deputy City Clerk issues occupancy permit.

Source: City of Billings, Planning and Zoning / Building Inspector

General Requirements

Before new construction, enlargement, or structural alteration of an existing building.

Required Documents

  • Application form
  • Site plan showing lot dimensions, structure dimensions/height, and front/back/side setbacks
Permit validity
Work must start within 30 days of issuance and be completed within 9 months; extension permit costs 1/3 of original permit.
Contractor requirements
Contractor license required at $25 per calendar year; workers compensation information and/or certificate of insurance required.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$75 plan review fee
Plan check fee
$75 plan review; $75 remodeling plan review
Permit fee formula
Square-foot formula for most building permits
Reinspection fee
$30 per additional inspection after two failed inspections
Penalty (no permit)
Stop-work violations can be fined up to $500 per occurrence
Payment note
Permit fee paid to Deputy City Clerk or designee at issuance.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Remodeling where roof line does not change

Important: No broader exempt-work list was found in the public procedure packet. Confirm with Building Inspector before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Building Inspector Terry Danley at 417-380-8933 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Footing, foundation, sewer ditch, electrical, framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, driveway/culvert, final for occupancy.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Billings, Planning and Zoning / Building Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Billings Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Billings, MO?
Before new construction, enlargement, or structural alteration of an existing building.
How much does a building permit cost in Billings, MO?
The minimum permit fee is $75 plan review fee. Fees are calculated as: Square-foot formula for most building permits. Plan check fee: $75 plan review; $75 remodeling plan review.
How do I apply for a building permit in Billings, MO?
1. Contractor obtains annual city contractor license and provides workers compensation and/or certificate of insurance. 2. Applicant submits building permit application and site plan for zoning approval. 3. Zoning officer reviews use, lot size, height, and setbacks. 4. Building inspector reviews code compliance and may request more information. 5. Applicant pays permit fee based on square footage. 6. Building inspector meets applicant at site and issues the hard card, which must remain posted. 7. Required inspections occur through final signoff, then Deputy City Clerk issues occupancy permit.
What work is exempt from building permits in Billings, MO?
The following work is generally exempt: Remodeling where roof line does not change. Note: No broader exempt-work list was found in the public procedure packet. Confirm with Building Inspector before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Billings, MO?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Inspector Terry Danley at 417-380-8933.

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