Building Inspection Division

Building Inspections have been in effect since December 1, 2000 and are conducted by the Johnson County Building Inspection Division. Inspections are based on the 2009 International Building Code, 2009 International Residential Code, 2009 International Mechanical Code, 2009 International Fuel Gas Code, 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code and 2008 National Electrical Code.

Information

Benefits of Building Permits
Building Inspection Information
Building Permit Process
Permit Application Requirements for Residential Remodels
Information Required for Commercial and Industrial Projects
Building Permit Application Requirements for Signs
Inspection Procedure
Building Permit Fee Schedule
Building Permit Data Report - shows building permit applicant, site address, value/fee and description for any given time period
Building Code Board of Appeals
Change of Occupancy
Johnson County Rental Housing Code   

Construction Codes

2009 International Building & 2009 International Residential Codes, as amended (Ordinance 04-29-10-Z1)
2009 International Mechanical Code, as amended (Ordinance 04-29-10-Z2)
2009 Uniform Plumbing Code, as amended (Ordinance 04-29-10-Z3)
2009 International Fuel Gas Code, as amended (Ordinance 04-29-10-Z4)
2011 National Electrical Code, as amended (Ordinance 03-22-12-Z1)

Forms & Applications

Building Permit Application
Electrical Permit Application
Plumbing Permit Application
Mechanical Permit Application
Manufactured Home Permit Application
Manufactured Home Farm Application
Permit Extension Request Form
Request for Hearing Before the Board of Appeals

Residential Handouts

Accessibility Standards (R320)
Deck Information
Residential Garage
Smoke Alarms
Stairs & Railings
Swimming Pools

Related Links

Building Energy Codes
Iowa Association of Building Officials
Iowa Electrical Examining Board (State Electrical Exam)
International Code Council