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1. Do I need a permit to build or remodel my home?

Yes. Building permits and inspections are required in the City of Valley Center. Call us at (316) 755-7310  ext 111 for information and assistance.

2. Do I need a permit to set a mobile or manufactured home in Valley Center?

Yes, a permit and inspection are required before utilities can be hooked up. Call (316) 755-7310  ext 111 for assistance.

3. Do I need a permit to build a fence?

Yes. A Zoning permit is required.  

4. Where can I set a mobile home in Valley Center?

A mobile home is allowed in a mobile home park. The mobile home can not be more than 15 years old.

5. Can I do the work on my own home?

Yes, if you meet the following criteria:

1.  You must OWN and OCCUPY the home.

2. Complete and submit the Homeowner Declaration Form  when submitting your permit request. (You are able to be the General Contractor on your home only one (1) time every three (3) years).

3. You must successfully pass the Homeowners exam (thru MABCD) for each trade you wish to perform, and still may need to have a licensed sub-contractor to perform tasks you are not able to do. 

Call Valley Center Code Enforcement at (316) 755-7310 ext. 110 for more information.

6. I am going to put a bedroom in the basement. Do I need an escape window?

Yes, the code requires an egress out of every bedroom for your safety.

7. Can I put a window in the wall separating my house and my attached garage? How about a door with a window?

No, a fire separation wall must be maintained.

8. Do I need a permit to install a culvert?

Yes. Call (316) 755-7320 for a Right of Way (ROW) permit, or go to the Main Homepage and click ONLINE FORMS.  

9. Can I build a permanent structure in the utility easement?

No, you may not.

10. When building a new residence, how many feet can the residence be from the edge of the road before a road approval is required?

150 feet is required.

11. How do I obtain a road approval?

*Apply for a road approval at Community Development (316) 755-7310 ext 111 *Call the Valley Center Fire Department for an inspection (316) 755-7303.

12. What specifications are required to obtain a road approval for the road?

*Address posted
*20' unobstructed width
*13'6" of unobstructed vertical clearance
*All-weather surface (rock, gravel, etc.)
*Turnaround space provided

13. Do I need a permit to replace my furnace or water heater?

Yes, a permit and an inspection are required to ensure the safety of the installation.   

14. Do I need a permit to build or place a storage shed in my backyard?

Sheds less than 100 square feet do not need a permit. However, they must follow the Zoning codes:   10ft from back property line; 6ft from the side property line; 5ft from any structures. 

Sheds between from 100-200  square feet will need a Zoning permit.

Sheds over 200 square feet will need a Building permit.

15. Do you have any questions that are not answered in this section?

Please call us at (316) 755-7310  ext 111 from 8:00 am too 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

16. Who does the inspections for Valley Center?

Valley Center Community Development (VCCD)  inspects all Residential:   Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical projects. To schedule inspections, please call (316) 755-7310, ext 111. 

Commercial Building permits:  Must be submitted to MABCD (Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department) for plan review.  Once approved, a letter from MABCD is sent to VCCD to proceed with issuing the permit.  Once VCCD issues the permit, a copy of the permit is immediately  forwarded to MABCD, and all inspections are then scheduled through MABCD.  MABCD can be reached at (316) 660-1840.

Commercial Trade permits:   Contractor needs to  submit directly to VCCD.  Once approved and issued, VCCD forwards a copy to MABCD, and all inspections are then scheduled through MABCD.  MABCD can be reached at (316) 660-1840.

VCCD issues the Occupancy permit for all new residential and commercial uses. For Occupancy, call (316) 755-7310, ext 111. 

Public Works Permits: 

For all Right of Way, Water, Sewer, Well permits, Lot grading, an inspection can be scheduled by calling Valley Center Public Works, call (316) 755-7320.