The City of St. Peters has adopted the following codes to ensure proper construction techniques are used for the safety of the community. Codes are changed regularly; please call ext. 1670 at either 636-278-2244 or 636-477-6600 regarding any code changes.

• City Code Chapter 505 Building (IBC 2009) - Commercial 
• City Code Chapter 504 Building (IRC 2009) - Residential 
• City Code Chapter 525 Property Maintenance (IPMC 2009) 
• City Code Chapter 220 Fire Code (IFC 2009) 
• City Code Chapter 516 Fuel Gas (IFGC 2009) 
• City Code Chapter 515 Mechanical Code (IMC 2009) 
• City Code Chapter 520 Plumbing Code (IPC 2009) 
• City Code Chapter 510 Electrical Code (IEC 2008) 
• City Code Chapter 410 Flood Plain Management

Climate and Geographic Design Criteria

• Ground snow load = 20 P.S.F. 
• Wind speed = 90 M.P.H. 
• Seismic design category for residential construction = "C" 
• Seismic design SS = 46.5% 
• Seismic design S1 = 14.6% 
• Weathering = Severe 
• Frost depth = 30 Inch 
• Termite = Yes 
• Winter design temp = 6 degrees 
• Ice barrier underlayment on the roof = none
• Flood hazards = Start April 19, 1979 Latest Aug. 2, 1996 
• Air freezing Index = 963 
• Mean annual temp = 55.2 degrees

A building permit ensures that your project is structurally sound, properly installed and complies with the City’s building and zoning codes. Most importantly, it ensures the health, safety and welfare of all our residents.

The City of St. Peters’ Stormwater Code, Chapter 550 per Ordinance 5852 requires any land disturbances (which includes individual residential lots less than one acre in size) have siltation control measures in place prior to any land disturbance on the site. Siltation control measures are required in locations where silt from the lots could drain into the road right-of-way, onto adjacent lots or into drainageways (storm inlets, swales, creeks, etc.). 

PLEASE NOTE THAT PERMITS (FOOTING AND FOUNDATION PERMIT, BUILDING PERMIT, ETC.) WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR A SITE/LOT UNTIL CITY STAFF HAS PERFORMED AN INSPECTION TO ENSURE SILTATION CONTROL MEASURES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED PRIOR TO LAND DISTURBANCE. The inspection will take place when an application for a permit has been filed with the City.

Permits are required, but not limited to new construction, additions, structural alterations, remodeling, demolition, and any other miscellaneous construction. Click here for a list of commonly used application forms. Fees vary according to permit type.

Note: while a permit may not be required, City, State or Federal regulations may still apply to the project. Before beginning any construction project, contact the City’s Building Department with specific details on your project to determine what permits, if any, are required. You can reach the Building Department by calling ext. 1670 at either 636.278.2244 or 636.477.6600.

Please contact the Planning Department for fence and sign requirements at ext. 1670 at either 636.278.2244 or 636.477.6600.

To apply for a permit, visit the building department located at City Hall. You will be asked to fill out a permit application. Click here if you would like to download an application to complete ahead of time and bring with you. You will need to submit two sets of plans and a site plan with your application.

Commonly Used Permits, Forms and Applications

• Building Permit Application
• Miscellaneous Building Permit Application
• Application for Sewer and Water Tap-On and Trash Service
• Demolition Permit
• Census Form
• Rental Housing Inspection Application
• Pipeline Excavation Notification Permit 
• Engineering Plan Review and Site Development Permit Application

Police Permits:

• Block Party Permit Application (mail or bring to: St. Peters Police Department, 1020 Grand Teton Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376)
• Parade Permit Application (mail or bring to: St. Peters Police Department, 1020 Grand Teton Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376) -- You must also read and understand the City of St. Peters' Special Events Information.

Permit Fees

The following are the City of St. Peters current fees for permits. Note: These fees are subject to change. To verify fees, call ext. 1670 at either 636.278.2244 or 636.477.6600.

Site Development Permits – All Zoning Districts
Fee is two percent of the estimated cost of all improvements reviewed as determined by the Engineering Department.

Curb Cut Permits 
Site Development, Residential -- $30
Site Development, Other Than Residential -- Fee is two percent of the estimated cost of improvements with the City right-of-way, but not less than $50.

Excavation Permit 
Instance -- $25
Crossing -- $15 each
Excavation -- $15/100 L.F.

All businesses are required to have a business license. Apply at the Licensing Office located at City Hall. 

Fees vary depending upon the type of license (General Business, Food Service Establishment, Hotel, Amusement/Arcade, Peddler, Itinerant Vendor, Tow Truck, Massage Establishment, etc.) Special Licensing may require a background check with a separate $50 fee.

The business license will not be issued until you have your occupancy permit and state sales tax number (if applicable). To apply for a state sales tax number, call the Missouri Department of Revenue at 573-751-3505.

The detailed municipality information displayed on this page is not a property of America's Building Records (ABR). This information is complied for your convenience from the municipality's official website. For the most up-to-date information please visit their official website.