Building Permits in City of Spring Hill, KS

KS, a small accessory concrete slab (walkway, patio pad, small equipment pad) of 200 square feet or less at grade is 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. Impervious surface counts toward lot-coverage limits.

KS, a freestanding deck not more than 30 inches above grade and not more than 200 square feet is exempt from a building permit under 2006 IRC R105.2. City zoning setbacks still apply; call Community Development at (913) 592-3664 to confirm. Unincorporated parcels with a 66083 address but outside city limits fall under Johnson County Building Codes or Miami County Building Code Services.

KS, fences 7 feet or less are exempt from a state building permit under 2006 IRC R105.2. The Spring Hill 2016 Zoning Ordinance regulates fence height, material, and setback; front-yard fences are typically limited to 3-4 feet and rear/side yard fences up to 6 feet are generally allowed. HOA covenants in newer subdivisions often restrict materials and colors further. Call Community Development at (913) 592-3664 before installing.

KS, an at-grade uncovered concrete or paver patio is exempt from a building permit. Adding a cover, roof, or screen enclosure turns the covered area into an accessory structure requiring a building permit. Impervious surface coverage counts toward lot-coverage limits in the zoning code.

KS, a retaining wall 4 feet or less measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, without surcharge, is exempt from a building permit under 2006 IRC R105.2. Drainage and erosion control remain the owner's responsibility and are enforced under the city's Erosion and Sediment Control standards (Hillsdale Lake watershed).