City Building Permits

CITY OF DEXTER, MO - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in CITY OF DEXTER, Missouri. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Missouri Stoddard County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Department
Phone
(573) 624-5959

Application Process

General Requirements

Required Documents

  • Construction of a building
  • Alteration or remodeling of building
  • Repair of building
  • Moving a building
  • Demolition of building
  • Adding or replacing deck
  • Adding or replacing wheelchair ramp
  • Building a fence
  • Commercial tents
  • Accessory/storage building
  • Mobile home setup
  • Swimming pool installation

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the local building department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the local building department before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.