Country Club Hills, MO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Country Club Hills is listed on the St. Louis County Municipal Contract Matrix. County matrix shows St. Louis County code-enforcement contract service for this municipality

Department

St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement / Permit Processing

Address

41 S. Central Ave., Clayton, MO 63105

Phone

(314) 615-5184

Email

Not clearly published for general county permit intake on the main permit page , use portal and county phone

Website

https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/transportation-and-public-works/residential-building/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm county jurisdiction and any matrix exclusions for the municipality
2. Obtain municipal zoning approval before county permit filing when the project is inside the municipality
3. Submit the permit application, drawings, and supporting documents through Accela or at county permit processing
4. Respond to review comments, pay fees after approval, then print the issued permit and schedule inspections through the portal

Typical processing time: Not published as a single countywide SLA; depends on scope and review complexity

Source: St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement / Permit Processing

General Requirements

For construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and other work requiring county code review

Required Documents

• When a permit is required: For construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and other work requiring county code review
• Required documents: Permit application, municipal zoning approval, site plan, construction-ready drawings, and sealed plans/calculations when required
• Permit validity/expiration: Not clearly summarized on the county landing page
• Owner-builder rules if available: Property owner or contractor may apply; some trades must be signed by the licensed trade contractor
• Contractor license requirements: Electrical work must be by a licensed and bonded electrical contractor; other trade permits follow county licensing rules
• Building code adopted: County public guides cite 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2015 UPC, 2014 NEC, and related county ordinances; verify current code cycle before filing

Permit validity

Not clearly summarized on the county landing page

Building code

County public guides cite 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2015 UPC, 2014 NEC, and related county ordinances; verify current code cycle before filing

Owner-builder

Property owner or contractor may apply; some trades must be signed by the licensed trade contractor

Contractor requirements

Electrical work must be by a licensed and bonded electrical contractor; other trade permits follow county licensing rules

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Not stated on the county landing page located during this research

Plan check fee

Not clearly summarized on the main county page located during this research

Permit fee formula

Varies by permit type

Reinspection fee

Not clearly summarized on the main county page located during this research

Payment note

Portal supports online workflow; confirm accepted payment methods and any convenience fees at checkout

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement / Permit Processing to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Online through the county permitting portal after permit issuance; county also provides permit-processing phone support ()

Inspection hours

Portal guidance says inspections may be scheduled up to 8 business days in advance

Typical inspection sequence: Depends on permit type; rough and final inspections are commonly required, with specialty inspections as needed

Additional Resources

• Building code: County public guides cite 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2015 UPC, 2014 NEC, and related county ordinances; verify current code cycle before filing
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• stlouiscountymo.gov
• st.stlouiscountymo.gov
• License lookup guide: Missouri Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Missouri Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Missouri hub: Missouri Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Country Club Hills Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Country Club Hills, MO?

For construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and other work requiring county code review

How much does a building permit cost in Country Club Hills, MO?

The minimum permit fee is Not stated on the county landing page located during this research. Fees are calculated as: Varies by permit type. Plan check fee: Not clearly summarized on the main county page located during this research.

How do I apply for a building permit in Country Club Hills, MO?

1. Confirm county jurisdiction and any matrix exclusions for the municipality 2. Obtain municipal zoning approval before county permit filing when the project is inside the municipality 3. Submit the permit application, drawings, and supporting documents through Accela or at county permit processing 4. Respond to review comments, pay fees after approval, then print the issued permit and schedule inspections through the portal

How long does it take to get a building permit in Country Club Hills, MO?

Typical processing time is Not published as a single countywide SLA; depends on scope and review complexity.

What work is exempt from building permits in Country Club Hills, MO?

The following work is generally exempt: Minor repair work below county code permit thresholds; county does not publish one short consolidated exempt-work list on the matrix page; Some work may avoid a county building permit but still require municipal zoning approval.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Country Club Hills, MO?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Online through the county permitting portal after permit issuance; county also provides permit-processing phone support.