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An overview of building permits issued by the City of St. Louis.

A building permit is an agreement between the City of Saint Louis and the applicant whereby the applicant agrees to follow all codes and the City agrees to inspect the construction to ensure that all codes are followed. A building permit issued by the Building Division - Permit Section serves as a formal and legal authorization to start the construction work.   

Applicants for all construction projects ranging from the deck addition to the interior remodel to the multi-storied high rise building all come through the same office. Application can be made online or in person in Room 425, City Hall. The permits office is open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. 

All building permit applications are reviewed by a professional Plan Reviewer (a licensed engineer or architect). Immediate review for most homeowner permits can be made between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm with a Plan Reviewer at the Hot Spot Desk. In many cases, permits can be issued over the counter, and 70 percent of permits are issued on a same-day basis.