Application Process
For site development, the Osage Beach Building Department requires a completed and signed Site Development Application. Each permit has specific instructions and requirements, so please read over the packet carefully and provide the requested documentation through the Plans & Permits Form.
A site development permit is required for all new construction projects and residential or commercial improvements, including:
- Excavation
- Grading exceeding more than two feet in elevation
- Installation of street pavement, curbs and gutters
- Driveways, sidewalks, and retaining walls
- Water mains and lines
- Sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and culverts
Site Development Fees
The site development fee is equal to 2% of the total cost of improvement and is calculated per the schedule of unit prices.
Following approval, permits can be paid for using our online payment system. Do NOT pay for a permit until the application has been approved by the Building Department. All permits and fees must be submitted and paid prior to doing any work.
Water and sewer service connection rates vary.
Processing Period
Permits and plans submitted are addressed in the order they are received. Commercial permits are typically issued within 10 to 15 business days, while residential permits are processed within 5 to 10 business days from the time of application. However, additional time may be required based on the complexity of the plan review, specific City or State requirements, or any outstanding fees or incomplete application details.
Inspections
The permit applicant or an authorized designee is responsible for scheduling all required inspections. The contractor or property owner will be held accountable for any work completed without an official inspection by the City of Osage Beach.