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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Farmington
For a new building, an addition, an alteration, a change of use, and construction or changes to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems and appurtenances
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
- 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
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
- 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
- Permit validity
- Section 500.220 exists in the code, but the public search snippet did not expose the exact expiration period
- 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
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Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated on the main permit page
- 01 Confirm the work requires a permit
- 02 Complete the building permit application
- 03 Provide at least two copies of required plans
- 04 Pay required fees
- 05 City staff review plans and issue the permit if requirements are met
- 06 Inspections are conducted during construction
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated on the main permit page
§ 04
Fee schedule
Farmington building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
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
02
Plan check fee
Not clearly stated on the fee page snippet
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed. Building permits are square-foot based with minimum and maximum caps; trade and some other permits are flat fees
04
Reinspection fee
Permit fees increase by 100 percent if work has started before the permit is obtained
Separate individual trade permits are required in conjunction with the building permit
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Not publicly stated ()
- Inspection hours
- Not publicly stated
Typical sequence: Plan review, permit issuance, required inspections, then certificate of occupancy after completion
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Farmington permits
01 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
02 How much does a building permit cost in Farmington, MO? ▸
Building permit fees in Farmington, MO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Farmington, MO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Farmington, MO, follow these steps: 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
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Farmington, MO? ▸
Building permit processing times in Farmington, MO typically run Not publicly stated on the main permit page. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Farmington, MO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Farmington, MO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Farmington, MO via: Not publicly stated.
last verified April 2026
source Development Services Department ↗
entry id permits/missouri/st-francois/farmington
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Development Services Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.