Responsibilities
The Building Inspection Department is responsible for enforcing Building and Public Safety Codes to protect the best interests of the public. As approved by Neosho City Council & adopted as In Force as of October 1, 2019, the City of Neosho Building Inspection Department utilizes the International Building Code 2018 Edition and the 2017 National Electrical Code.
This department issues building permits and all applicable sub-permits and performs inspections for the construction of new homes, new commercial buildings, home and commercial remodels / additions, demolitions, moving, tents, electrical, plumbing, signage, and also reviews all commercial plans prior to building permit approval. Administrative Staff members are available to assist in issuing permits in a business-friendly atmosphere.
Do I need a permit
This document here outlines when you would need a permit.
Building Inspector
The building inspector works with the city’s Planning and Zoning Committee to review all commercial, industrial, and multi-family development plans to ensure compliance with all city, state, and federal codes. For information on building codes: Online Building Codes
Permit Fees
Please view our Permit Fee Menu for detailed information.
Submittal Requirements for Residential Construction/Additions / Garages / Decks/Fences
- Completed building permit application
- Sealed survey with plot plan (showing building footprint and setbacks)
- Drawing or blueprint of the residence
Signs
- Completed building permit application
- Rendering of the sign on building or lot showing locations and scale
Commercial Construction
- Completed building permit application
- Stormwater plan
- Seal engineered drawings (one original and two copies)
- Site plan
- Check for $250 to cover the costs of the plan review
Floodplain Development
- Floodplain Development Application
- No-Rise Certification
- Elevation Certificate
- Information about The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
- Downtown Historic Preservation District Online Code
- Downtown Historic Preservation District Packet - Certificate of Appropriateness
Tom Long Building Inspections
Building Inspector 203 E. Main St.
Email Neosho, MO 64850
Ph: 417-451-8050
Fx: 417-451-8065
Hours
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.