Building Permits in City of Eureka, KS

KS, a small accessory concrete slab (walkway, patio pad, small equipment pad) of 200 square feet or less at grade is generally exempt from a building permit. Larger slabs that will support a future structure or are part of a building foundation fall under the building permit.

KS, a freestanding deck not more than 30 inches above grade and not more than 200 square feet is generally exempt from a building permit under typical IRC R105.2 exemptions. Eureka has no dedicated building department; before starting, call City Hall at (620) 583-6140 to confirm whether the city's adopted code requires a permit and to verify any zoning setbacks. Unincorporated 67045 addresses outside city limits: no county building permit required (Greenwood County has no building department).

KS, fences 7 feet or less are generally exempt from a building permit per typical IRC R105.2 exemptions. City zoning may regulate fence height in front yards (usually limited to 3-4 feet) and required setbacks. Call City Hall at (620) 583-6140 to verify zoning before installing.

KS, an at-grade uncovered concrete or paver patio is generally exempt from a building permit. Adding a cover, roof, or screen enclosure turns the covered area into an accessory structure that typically requires a building permit.

KS, a retaining wall 4 feet or less measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, without surcharge, is generally exempt from a building permit per typical IRC R105.2 exemptions. Drainage and erosion control remain the owner's responsibility.