Commercial Construction Permits & Applications

Commercial Construction

FORM NAME	DESCRIPTION & USE
Commercial Building Permit Application Packet	Various forms to be completed for new construction, tenant finish, remodel, additions, or change of use.
Mechanical Permit	Is required when mechanical work only is being done. If other work is being done, then a building permit will cover the work.
Electrical Permit	Is required when only electrical work is being performed. This can include an upgrade of the service, replacing, updating wiring, or solar installation without structural changes. If other work is performed in addition to electrical work, a building permit will be required.
Plumbing Permit	Is required when plumbing work only is being done. If other work is being done, then a building permit will cover the work.
Demolition Permit	Is required when a larger structure is demolished which has infrastructure/utility connections.
Permanent Sign Permit	Required when erecting, expanding, altering, relocating, or reconstructing a sign. Permanent signs (both wall and freestanding) require a sign permit from Planning & Zoning.
Temporary Sign Permit	Required when placing temporary signage.
Occupancy Permit Forms	A Commercial Occupancy Permit is required any time there is a change of occupancy or ownership of an existing commercial location if there has not been an inspection within the last 24 months. The property owner must schedule an appointment with the City to inspect the facility and ensure that no safety or sanitary hazards exist according to the City Property Maintenance Codes. Locations with automatic fire suppression systems including fire suppression hood systems require annual inspections regardless of change of occupancy or ownership.

Consumer Help Information

FORM NAME	DESCRIPTION & USE
Building Permit Fee Schedule & Valuation Data Chart	Effective January 1, 2010
Climatic & Geographic Design Criteria
Required Commercial Building or Construction Inspections	These documents outline each step of the construction process which requires inspection by City Staff.
Overweight & Oversize Truck Permit Information	The Truck Enforcement Unit exists to provide safe passage through O’Fallon for all motor vehicle traffic as they share the roads with larger and heavier commercial traffic.
Area & Bulk Regulations - Principal Structures	This chart summarizes the City's laws for principal buildings regarding lot sizes, setbacks, lot coverage, etc. for each zoning district.
Area & Bulk Regulations - Accessory Structures	This chart summarizes the City's laws for accessory buildings regarding height, dimensions, and setbacks for each zoning district.
Freedom of Information Act Request (FOIA)	Request for public records: official request form, instructions, and information.