Minor Interior and Exterior Renovation

The City of Leavenworth utilizes the 2018 International Existing Code for all aspects of construction related activities that involve minor interior and exterior renovations. 

What is considered minor interior and exterior renovations for existing commercial structures?

Minor interior and exterior renovation include, but are not limited to adding or the demolition of partition walls, roofs, siding, windows, decks, and change of layout. 

What is needed for a permit submittal?

A completed permit application (can be found at the bottom of this page)

A scaled floor plan (if applicable), or a code-compliance floor plan may be required

To determine if you need a permit for your project, please call 913-684-0378, or email us at permits@firstcity.org.

The Inspections Department also suggests that during the planning of your project, please contact the following departments:

 Community Development at 913-680-2626 for planning, zoning, signs, fences, and historic district requirements for potential location of existing structures.

 City Clerk's Office at 913-682-9201 for any business licenses that may be required

Our goal is to complete the application review process as quickly as possible, but the initial review may take 5 to 10 business days depending on the complexity of the project and the volume of applications being reviewed. Please plan your project with this timeline in mind. You should not start your project until after your application has received approval and a permit has been issued. Once the project begins, it is subject to various inspections and approvals prior to completion of the project.

Inspections are required and performed at various points throughout projects and when the work is completed. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trade licenses and permits are required and issued for those doing this type of work in the City, and inspections are performed by the City of Leavenworth staff on a daily basis for both commercial and residential structures. The City of Leavenworth does not require a Business or Contractor license for General Contractors. This link provides additional information for trade licensing and permits. M.E.P. Trade licenses