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A building permit is required from the City for new residential and commercial structures, additions, renovations, basement finishes, fireplaces, commercial fire alarm systems, fire suppression, heating and air conditioning systems and replacements, roof replacements, retaining walls, porches, decks, swimming pools, solar systems, and any structure requiring piers, footings, framing, beams or a roof.
You may purchase copies of the International Codes from the following organizations:
American Institute of Architects
911 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 231-4252
International Code Council
4051 Flossmoor Road
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
888-422-7233
Electrical & Plumbing Permit
Electrical and plumbing permits must be obtained from St. Louis County. Town and Country issues building and mechanical permits only.
St. Louis County can be contacted at (314) 615-5000. Choose option 6 for permits.
Inspections
The City provides building and mechanical inspections as part of our construction permitting process. Call the Planning Department at (314) 587-2820 at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your inspection.
Have ready your building permit number, address of work, type of inspection, name and telephone number when you call.
Inspections must be performed in the order shown on the inspection card.