Planning and Zoning

Applying for Permits 

The Department of Planning & Zoning (4th floor of City Hall) is open 8:00am – 4:45 pm Monday - Friday. There are a few different ways you can apply for permits: online, by email, or in-person. Read below to learn about each option.

Applying Online

Our permitting portal (MyGov) allows residents, contractors, and property owners to apply for permits online, track progress, pay fees, correspond with permit reviewers, and download issued permit documents. At this time, most permit types are available for online application (see table below). 

*Please note: at this time, building permit applications (residential and non-residential) are NOT available for online application through MyGov - these can be submitted in-person or via email (more info below).

Applying via Email

To apply via email, please send your application form and supporting documents (plans, owner authorization forms, photos, etc.) to inspections@ucitymo.org. Once we have processed your request, which can take up to 48 hours, our administrative staff will call you to accept credit card payment over the phone.

If you are applying for a Building Permit (Residential or Non-Residential), please deliver four paper copies of your plans to the Department of Planning & Zoning (City Hall, 4th Floor). If your plans are 11"x17" or smaller and contain no more than five pages, we can print your plans for you; plans greater than this size or quantity must be provided by the applicant.

Applying In-Person

Any permit application that can be applied for online or via email can also be applied for in-person. If you have any questions, please contact our administrative staff at 314-505-8500 or inspections@ucitymo.org. 

If you are applying for a Building Permit (Residential or Non-Residential), please bring your completed application form along with four paper copies of your plans to the Department of Planning & Zoning (City Hall, 4th Floor).

Permitting Links


Available for Online ApplicationApply In-Person or via Email
Commercial Occupancy PermitBuilding Permit (Residential)
Electrical PermitBuilding Permit (Non-Residential)
Excavation PermitAll other permit types not listed
Fence Permit
Fiber/Antenna Right-of-Way Permit
Hood Suppression Permit
Mechanical Permit
Plumbing Permit
Pool Enclosure Permit
Residential Occupancy Permits (Renter- and Owner-Occupied)
Sewer Lateral Repair Program
Sewer/Drainlaying Permit
Solar Panel (PV) Permit
Street Use or Occupy Permit
Vacant Property Registration
Water Heater Replacement Permit


Questions about occupancy permits?

Refer to the resources below to learn more about the requirements for residential occupancy permits.



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