Solar Installation

Solar Ready Construction Zoning Code, Article 18. Accessory Structures, Buildings, and Uses see pages 18-7 and 18-8

Complete applications for small residential solar systems (15 kw or less), that include all required documentation will be approved and ready for issuance within three business days.

For additional information please call the office at 913-715-2200 and speak with either a Planner or an Inspector.

Additional Resources:

Mid-America Regional Council, Energy
DOE Solar Rooftop Potential

Fireworks Permit

As of January 1, 2016, fireworks permits should be obtained through the Johnson County County Manager's Office. For more information visit the Fireworks Permit page.

Exemptions

The following sections of the International Codes will give you a better idea of what projects may not require a permit or inspections:

International Building Code 2018 (IBC), Section 105
International Residential Code 2018 (IRC), Section 105
International Mechanical Code 2018 (IMC), Section 106
International Plumbing Code 2018 (IPC), Section 106
International Fuel Gas Code 2018 (IFGC), Section 106

Burn Permits

Important Information:

Open Burning - Johnson County Environmental Department
Permit Application - All Applications for Burn Permits are submitted to your local Fire District.
Fire District Map to identify your local Fire District
Watch your local news or contact your local File District to see if a Burn Ban is in effect.

Unincorporated Johnson County Fire Districts:

JoCo FD #1 - 913-782-7023
JoCo FD #2 - 913-681-2764
Northwest Consolidated Fire District - 913-583-3886

Building Permits

When do I need a Building Permit?

Permit Information for Type of Structure or Project:

Accessory Building - includes detached garage, workshop, storage, barn, greenhouse, gazebo, pool house (any structure other than the main dwelling for non-agricultural use).
Agricultural Building
- Definition of Agricultural Use
Basement Remodel
- Residential Basement Remodel Guidelines
Commercial Buildings
Commercial Buildings/Additions/Alterations/Tenant Finish
Decks
Demolition
Modular Home
Moving A Structure
Residential-Design Manufactured Home
Single Family Dwelling
Single Family Additions - includes alterations, attached garage, porches, sunrooms, basement finish
Solar Installation
Swimming Pools - Above Ground (5000 gallons or more), In-ground Pool (Vinyl Liners), In-ground Pool (concrete or gunite)
Permits for replacement Windows, Siding or Stucco projects - Complete a residential permit application and submit with two copies of the suggested manufacturers' installation requirements.

Other Types of Permits (may be issued at the time of application):

Roofing, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing

Other Types of Permits Issued by Other Departments and Agencies, that may be required prior to construction:

Environmental Permit List

Blasting Permits

Contact:

Anoush Fardipour, County Building Official: 913-715-2204
Jeff Anderson, Fire Inspector: 913-715-2208

Documents/Paperwork:

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