FAQs

Community Development

• Do I Need A Permit To Put In An Alarm System?

  No permit is necessary from our office. Owner just needs to let Sheriff’s office know an alarm has been installed. Their number is 913-682-1313.

• Do I Need A Permit To Replace My Fence Or Deck?

  You don’t need a permit if you’re not replacing more than 25% of deck or fence. New decks and fences require a permit.

• How Can I Find Out If My Electrician, Plumber or Mechanical Contractor Is Licensed?

  Call the Community & Economic Development Department at 913-727-2400.

• How Do I Get Licensed For Plumbing, Electrical Or Mechanical Work?

  You can apply for an Entity License online at http://permits.lansingks.org. Click on "Apply for a Trade License" if you're applying for an Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical business. If you're applying for any other non-trade business, click on "Apply for an Occupational License." The website explains what is needed for licensing, but if you have questions feel free to call Community & Economic Development at 913-727-2400.

• How Many Sheds Can I Have In My Yard?

  Accessory structures are allowed on a property but cannot take up more than 30% of required rear yard space. Sheds under 120 Square Feet and less than 10 feet tall do not require a permit but must be located behind the rear building line of the principal building, and be no closer than 5 feet from the rear or side property line. Sheds larger than 120 Square Feet require a building permit, and must be located behind the front building line, be at least five feet from any side or rear property line but sheds providing garage access off a rear alley may be within three feet of the rear lot line, cannot be more than one and one-half stories, or no higher than the principal building, whichever is less, and be constructed with materials, architectural details and style, and roof forms that are compatible with the principal structure. Any accessory building not meeting the materials requirement must meet the setback requirements for the principal structure.

• Under What Code Does The City Operate?

  2006 International Building Code, 2002 National Electric Code, 2006 Uniform Fire Code. 25 lb. snow load, 80 mph wind load

• What Number Do I Call For Inspections?

  Call the Community & Economic Development Department at 913-727-2400.

• What Size Shed Can I Have Without Having To Obtain A Permit?

  Any shed under 120sq. ft. or 10' in height does not require a permit unless you are going to put in electrical, plumbing, etc. The shed does, however, still need to be behind the rear building line of the principal building, and be no closer than 5 feet from the rear or side property line.

• Where Can I Find A Building Permit Application?

  Building permit applications (of all types) can be filled out and submitted online at http://permits.lansingks.org.