Farmington, MO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Farmington building permits apply within Farmington city limits

Department

Development Services Department

Address

101 South Jefferson Street, Farmington, Missouri 63640

Phone

573-756-0608

Email

crasnick@farmington-mo.gov

Website

https://www.farmington-mo.gov/buildings-and-permits

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm the work requires a permit
2. Complete the building permit application
3. Provide at least two copies of required plans
4. Pay required fees
5. City staff review plans and issue the permit if requirements are met
6. Inspections are conducted during construction

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated on the main permit page

Source: Development Services Department

General Requirements

For a new building, an addition, an alteration, a change of use, and construction or changes to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems and appurtenances

Required Documents

• When a permit is required: For a new building, an addition, an alteration, a change of use, and construction or changes to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems and appurtenances
• Required documents: Application, at least two copies of required plans, and payment of fees
• Permit validity/expiration: Section 500.220 exists in the code, but the public search snippet did not expose the exact expiration period
• Owner-builder rules if available: Not clearly posted in the public page
• Contractor license requirements: The code says no permit shall be issued for construction or modification of any building, except one- or two-family dwellings, unless issued to a building contractor licensed under Chapter 605
• Building code adopted: Current adopted city building code is referenced by the city permit page and code chapter; the public snippet does not expose the code edition number in the search result

Permit validity

Section 500.220 exists in the code, but the public search snippet did not expose the exact expiration period

Building code

Current adopted city building code is referenced by the city permit page and code chapter; the public snippet does not expose the code edition number in the search result

Owner-builder

Not clearly posted in the public page

Contractor requirements

The code says no permit shall be issued for construction or modification of any building, except one- or two-family dwellings, unless issued to a building contractor licensed under Chapter 605

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$30 for demolition, excavation, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire prevention permits; $30 accessory structures; building permits start at $50 or $75 minimum depending on scope

Plan check fee

Not clearly stated on the fee page snippet

Permit fee formula

Mixed. Building permits are square-foot based with minimum and maximum caps; trade and some other permits are flat fees

Reinspection fee

Permit fees increase by 100 percent if work has started before the permit is obtained

Payment note

Separate individual trade permits are required in conjunction with the building permit

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development Services Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Not publicly stated ()

Inspection hours

Not publicly stated

Typical inspection sequence: Plan review, permit issuance, required inspections, then certificate of occupancy after completion

Additional Resources

• Building code: Current adopted city building code is referenced by the city permit page and code chapter; the public snippet does not expose the code edition number in the search result
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• farmington-mo.gov
• farmington-mo.gov
• License lookup guide: Missouri Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Missouri Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Missouri hub: Missouri Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Farmington Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Farmington, MO?

For a new building, an addition, an alteration, a change of use, and construction or changes to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems and appurtenances

How much does a building permit cost in Farmington, MO?

The minimum permit fee is $30 for demolition, excavation, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire prevention permits; $30 accessory structures; building permits start at $50 or $75 minimum depending on scope. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Building permits are square-foot based with minimum and maximum caps; trade and some other permits are flat fees. Plan check fee: Not clearly stated on the fee page snippet.

How do I apply for a building permit in Farmington, MO?

1. Confirm the work requires a permit 2. Complete the building permit application 3. Provide at least two copies of required plans 4. Pay required fees 5. City staff review plans and issue the permit if requirements are met 6. Inspections are conducted during construction

How long does it take to get a building permit in Farmington, MO?

Typical processing time is Not publicly stated on the main permit page.

What work is exempt from building permits in Farmington, MO?

The following work is generally exempt: Building permits are not required for certain exempt work or work of a minor nature, but the city page does not publish a full exempt-work list.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Farmington, MO?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Not publicly stated.