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City of Bourbon, MO

How to apply for a building permit in City of Bourbon, MO, Missouri. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping.

Street address
423 N Old Highway 66, Bourbon, MO 65441
Phone
573-732-5550
Email
response@bourbonmo.com
Coverage
The City of Bourbon permits construction within incorporated city limits and requires local contractor licensing and zoning review for applicable work.
Online portal
Bourbon Code of Ordinances
Paper/resolution-based
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Bourbon, MO

A permit is required for new walls, structures, buildings, enlargements, alterations, and building moves unless specifically exempted.

Ordinary repairs or minor alterations that do not change structural elements and cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.
Detached outbuildings outside the fire limits that cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.
Minor electrical changes are exempt.
  • Exempt Ordinary repairs or minor alterations that do not change structural elements and cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.
  • Exempt Detached outbuildings outside the fire limits that cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.
  • Exempt Minor electrical changes are exempt.

Note: The research source does not preserve the ordinance dollar thresholds in plain text; confirm the current exemption limits with the city before starting work.

Required documents
  • Two copies of the permit application
  • Legal description of the property
  • Description of proposed materials
  • Intended use of the project
Building code
City construction work must comply with the local building and construction regulations and the National Electrical Code for wiring.
Contractor requirements
The city requires locally licensed contractors before permits are released.

Source: City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping. ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Submit the building permit application in duplicate with the legal description, proposed materials, and intended use to the Administrative Officer/City Clerk.
  2. 02
    The Public Works Director reviews the construction description and signs the permit form before issuance.
  3. 03
    The permit copy is delivered to the owner or contractor and the duplicate is retained on file by the city.
  4. 04
    Planning & Zoning reviews permits at its regular meeting cycle, and the Chief of Police inspects construction for compliance during the work.

Source: City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping. ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Bourbon, MO building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Section 500.070 sets valuation-based tiers and flat fees for residential and commercial alterations and smaller jobs.

Payment instructions are not published in the research source; contact City Hall for current payment procedures.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Coordinate inspections through the Administrative Officer/City Clerk and Chief of Police. ()

Typical sequence: The Chief of Police inspects buildings during construction, can stop noncompliant work, and the Board of Aldermen monitors utility-related work.

Source: City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping. ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Bourbon, MO permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Bourbon, MO, MO? ▸
A permit is required for new walls, structures, buildings, enlargements, alterations, and building moves unless specifically exempted.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Bourbon, MO, MO? ▸
Building permit fees in Bourbon, MO, MO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Section 500.070 sets valuation-based tiers and flat fees for residential and commercial alterations and smaller jobs..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bourbon, MO, MO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Bourbon, MO, MO, follow these steps: 1. Submit the building permit application in duplicate with the legal description, proposed materials, and intended use to the Administrative Officer/City Clerk. 2. The Public Works Director reviews the construction description and signs the permit form before issuance. 3. The permit copy is delivered to the owner or contractor and the duplicate is retained on file by the city. 4. Planning & Zoning reviews permits at its regular meeting cycle, and the Chief of Police inspects construction for compliance during the work.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Bourbon, MO, MO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Bourbon, MO, MO. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary repairs or minor alterations that do not change structural elements and cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.; Detached outbuildings outside the fire limits that cost below the ordinance threshold are exempt.; Minor electrical changes are exempt.. Note: The research source does not preserve the ordinance dollar thresholds in plain text; confirm the current exemption limits with the city before starting work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bourbon, MO, MO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bourbon, MO, MO via: Coordinate inspections through the Administrative Officer/City Clerk and Chief of Police..
last verified April 2026 source City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping. ↗ entry id permits/missouri/crawford/bourbon
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Bourbon Building Commissioner/Administrative Officer (City Clerk) with Public Works Director sign-off and Board of Aldermen recordkeeping. before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.