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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Creve Coeur
For construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and other work requiring county code review
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
- Exempt Minor repair work below county code permit thresholds; county does not publish one short consolidated exempt-work list on the matrix page
- Exempt Some work may avoid a county building permit but still require municipal zoning approval
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
- Building code
- 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
- 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
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published as a single countywide SLA; depends on scope and review complexity
- 01 Confirm county jurisdiction and any matrix exclusions for the municipality
- 02 Obtain municipal zoning approval before county permit filing when the project is inside the municipality
- 03 Submit the permit application, drawings, and supporting documents through Accela or at county permit processing
- 04 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
§ 04
Fee schedule
Creve Coeur building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not stated on the county landing page located during this research
02
Plan check fee
Not clearly summarized on the main county page located during this research
03
Permit fee formula
Varies by permit type
04
Reinspection fee
Not clearly summarized on the main county page located during this research
Portal supports online workflow; confirm accepted payment methods and any convenience fees at checkout
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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 sequence: Depends on permit type; rough and final inspections are commonly required, with specialty inspections as needed
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Creve Coeur permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
For construction, alteration, repair, demolition, and other work requiring county code review
02 How much does a building permit cost in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
Building permit fees in Creve Coeur, MO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Creve Coeur, MO, follow these steps: 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
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
Building permit processing times in Creve Coeur, MO typically run Not published as a single countywide SLA; depends on scope and review complexity. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Creve Coeur, 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Creve Coeur, MO? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Creve Coeur, MO via: Online through the county permitting portal after permit issuance; county also provides permit-processing phone support.
last verified April 2026
source St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement / Permit Processing ↗
entry id permits/missouri/st-louis-city/creve-coeur
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works, Code Enforcement / Permit Processing before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.