Independence, Missouri Building Codes
Additional Resources
Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for Independence, Missouri.
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Independence Missouri Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | IBC 2003 | Online |
| Structural Code | IBC 2003 | Online |
| Plumbing Code | UPC 2003 | Online |
| Mechanical Code | IMC 2003 | Online |
| Electrical Code | NEC 2002, 2003 Life Safety Code, ICC/ANSI A117.1 | Online |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | IFC 2003 | Joy Musquiz, Fire Department, (816) 325-7134 |
| Other Codes | City of Independence has requirements for Contractor Licensing and Occupational Licensing. Contact Cathy O’Hara, (816) 325-7409 for more information. | |
Missouri Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
| Jurisdictional Area | Contact |
| Structural | Cathy O'Hara Plans Examiner Phone: (816) 325-7409 |
| Plumbing | Russ McMurray Plumbing Inspector Phone: (816) 325-7404 |
| Mechanical | Larry Richman Mechanical Inspector Phone: (816) 325-7408 |
| Electrical | Pete Larson Electrical Inspector Phone: (816) 325-7405 |
| Accessibility | Cathy O'Hara Plans Examiner Phone: (816) 325-7409 |
| City Attorney | Law Dept. Phone: (816) 325-7220 |
| Public Works | Shar Dilmaghani Phone: (816) 325-7611 |
| Fire Marshal | Sandy Schiess Fire Chief Phone: (816) 325-7132 |
| Parks/Recreation | Eric Urfer Parks & Recreation Director Phone: (816) 325-6234 |
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Other Missouri Municipalities
Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Missouri:
