Zoning and Building Department 

The Zoning and Building Department consists of the zoning administration and enforcement, building and construction permitting, health code enforcement, and building, electrical, and housing code enforcement functions of the City, including the Building/Health Commissioner.  Inspections are scheduled on Tuesdays ONLY.

City of Riverview Building Department Schedule of Fees

Building Inspections 

The City Code requires that property owners apply for a Building Inspection before new occupants or a change in ownership.

The Building/Health Commissioner is usually available to schedule an inspection within 24 hours.  The purpose of the inspection is to ensure that the property is in good, clean condition and that the property meets all current Code requirements before occupancy.  The cost for two property inspections is $75.

Residential Inspection Application Form

Commercial Building Inspection Form 

Building Permits

The City Code states that “no building shall be erected, constructed, structurally altered, or remodeled” until a building permit has been obtained.  Building permit applications are available at City Hall.  The fee varies according to the type of work being done.  A drawing or sketch showing the proposed improvements and approximate location on the property must be submitted with the application.  The Building and Roofing permit application is $200.

Building Permit Application

Occupancy Permits  

The City of Riverview requires that residents obtain an occupancy permit.  If the residence is a rental property, the office will need to see a letter from the property owner allowing occupancy or a copy of the lease.  The cost of the occupancy permit is $60.

Occupancy Permit Application 

Planning and Zoning Petition Application 

Board of Adjustment 

The Board of Adjustment consists of 5 citizen members appointed by the Mayor and a Board of Aldermen to hear and decide certain Zoning Code matters.  The Board of Adjustment does not hold regular meetings; instead, meetings are called as needed.

Board of Adjustment Hearing Request Application (form coming soon)

Links

If you have any questions, please contact the Building Commissioner’s assistant at thoward@riverviewmo.org