Building Codes
Commercial Buildings Permit
A building permit must be obtained from the Development Services Building Safety Division for nearly all types of “commercial” new building construction, additions, remodeling or repair work prior to the start of construction.
Blasting Permit
Johnson County is currently enforcing the blasting regulations adopted by the State of Kansas, K.A.R., 22-4-1 / N.F.P.A. 495, 2018 International Fire Code, and the Johnson County Code of Regulations for Buildings and Construction, 2018 edition.
Building Inspections
All building permits issued by Johnson County Building Codes require inspections. Below is a full list of inspections we offer, followed by a list of approved third party inspectors. If you project requires a third party inspector, you will need to speak to the Building Official first.
If you are unsure about what inspections your project may need, feel free to give us a call at 913-715-2200 or email us at planningandcodes@jocogov.org.
If you are unsure about what inspections your project may need, feel free to give us a call at 913-715-2200 or email us at planningandcodes@jocogov.org.
Accessory and Agriculture Building
A building or structure subordinate to and detached from but located on the same lot as the principal building or structure, the use of which is incidental and accessory to that of the principal building or structure, as defined in the Johnson County Zoning Regulations.
Building Permits
Building permits for unincorporated Johnson County.
Unincorporated Area
On March 17, 1994, the Board of County Commissioners adopted new zoning and subdivision regulations for the Unincorporated Area (that area not located in a city). These regulations govern the subdivision of land and the types of land uses that are permitted in different zoning districts.