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City of Macon

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

Min. permit fee
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Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement

Street address
106 W Bourke St., Macon, MO 63552
Coverage
City Code Enforcement handles building, plumbing, mechanical, zoning, floodplain management, permits, and inspections inside city limits
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Macon

New residential dwellings, commercial buildings, detached accessory structures, and major renovations/repairs under city code enforcement oversight; work may not begin before permit issuance

No public exempt-work list was found on the pages reviewed
  • Exempt No public exempt-work list was found on the pages reviewed
Required documents
  • When a permit is required: New residential dwellings, commercial buildings, detached accessory structures, and major renovations/repairs under city code enforcement oversight; work may not begin before permit issuance
  • Required documents: Public pages require a building permit application and attached supporting documents; exact checklist was not fully visible in public text
  • Permit validity/expiration: Ordinance 966-18 governs expiration of building permits; public summary page found but not the full term in text
  • Owner-builder rules if available: Not found
  • Contractor license requirements: Not found on public pages reviewed
  • Building code adopted: City enforces building, plumbing, mechanical, zoning, and floodplain rules; specific code edition was not clearly stated on the public pages reviewed
Building code
City enforces building, plumbing, mechanical, zoning, and floodplain rules; specific code edition was not clearly stated on the public pages reviewed
Permit validity
Ordinance 966-18 governs expiration of building permits; public summary page found but not the full term in text
Owner-builder
Not found
Contractor requirements
Not found on public pages reviewed
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Up to 3 business days for new construction review

  1. 01
    Submit the building permit application for the project type
  2. 02
    Code Enforcement reviews the application and associated plans
  3. 03
    If the project needs variance or special use relief, it may go to Planning and Zoning
  4. 04
    Permit is issued after review
  5. 05
    Inspections are scheduled through Code Enforcement

Typical processing time: Up to 3 business days for new construction review

Source: Code Enforcement ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Macon building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
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02
Plan check fee
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03
Permit fee formula
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04
Reinspection fee
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§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Call Code Enforcement at 660-395-2632 ()
Inspection hours
Office hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Typical sequence: Footings, concrete, plumbing, structural, and final building inspections for new construction; commercial occupancy inspection before use

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Macon permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Macon, MO?
New residential dwellings, commercial buildings, detached accessory structures, and major renovations/repairs under city code enforcement oversight; work may not begin before permit issuance
02 How much does a building permit cost in Macon, MO?
Building permit fees in Macon, MO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not found. Fees are calculated as: Not found. Plan check fee: Not found.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Macon, MO?
To apply for a building permit in Macon, MO, follow these steps: 1. Submit the building permit application for the project type 2. Code Enforcement reviews the application and associated plans 3. If the project needs variance or special use relief, it may go to Planning and Zoning 4. Permit is issued after review 5. Inspections are scheduled through Code Enforcement
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Macon, MO?
Building permit processing times in Macon, MO typically run Up to 3 business days for new construction review. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Macon, MO?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Macon, MO. The following work is generally exempt: No public exempt-work list was found on the pages reviewed. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Macon, MO?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Macon, MO via: Call Code Enforcement at 660-395-2632.
last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement ↗ entry id permits/missouri/macon/city-of-macon

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.