Codes Division

Miscellaneous Permits

The City of Shawnee has adopted the 2003 International Building Code, and Section 105 establishes when a permit must be issued, prior to beginning work. In general terms, a permit is required to do any work regulated by the construction codes. That covers a lot of ground.

Some examples of simple projects that do require a permit include adding or extending an electrical circuit, adding or extending plumbing pipes or water pipes, installing a lawn sprinkler system, replacing a hot water heater, or replacing a furnace. There are many other examples. If you have a question about permits, call our office at 913-631-2500, extension #290 and ask. We will be glad to answer your questions.

Most simple permits can be obtained by completing the following steps:

• Submit a completed Miscellaneous Permit Application form to the Codes Administration offices by facsimile 913-268-7562, mail, or in person.
• Submit verification that the permit applicant possesses the applicable licenses Johnson County Contractor’s License and business license.  Homeowners can obtain permits to do work themselves on the home they live in without a license.
• Pay the required building permit fee (pdf).
• Sign the completed building permit.

The last two steps must be done in person at the Shawnee City Hall, 11110 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas. Plans which show the scope of the work may be required, depending on the complexity and nature of the proposed work.

City of Shawnee, 11110 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203
(913) 631-2500 Fax (913) 631-7351 E-Mail