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A "One Stop Shop" for homeowners and contractors for residential projects. Please see the associated services and links to get you to where you need to go. 

If you have questions, please reach out to the Building Services division at building.services@salina.org or call us at 785-309-5715.

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Apply for a Building Permit

Planning and Zoning

Economic Incentives

Contractor Education

Property Maintenance Enforcement
  • 2012 International Building Code 
  • 2012 International Residential Code for One-Two Family Dwellings 
  • 2012 International Fire Code
  • 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (NOTE: The 2012 IECC was originally adopted in October 2016, along with the other codes listed on this web page, and went into effect on January 1, 2017.  Since that time, Ordinance No. 17-10892 was adopted on July 24, 2017 and is effective immediately.  That ordinance repealed the 2012 IECC and adopted the 2009 IECC with local code amendments.)
    To order code books for the International Codes go to www.iccsafe.org
  • 2011 National Electrical Code (to order code book go to www.nfpa.org) 
  • 2012 Uniform Mechanical Code 
  • 2012 Uniform Plumbing Code
    To order code books for the Uniform codes go to www.iapmo.org
  • 2010 ADA Standards (ADA Requirements Overview, 2010 ADA - 5 Major Changes)

Local Amendments

Please refer to Chapter 8 and Chapter 14 of the Salina Municipal Code for the official version of the local code amendments.  

Residential Accessory Buildings include storage sheds, workshops, garages, carports, etc. and must:

  • Comply with Zoning Code (Information Sheet)
  • Be visually compatible with the primary residence on the property (Compatibility Checklist)
  • Placed in an allowable location that complies with the required setbacks (Allowable Locations Example)

Associated Permit Forms: Submittal Checklist, Construction Details Worksheet

Thinking of finishing your basement? If so, the resources below should help you get started!

Finishing Your Basement Handout

Submittal Checklist

Exits-Emergency Access Handout

Wanting to build a new detached garage or a carport? See the documents below to get you started!

Detached Garage or Carport Handout

Free Standing Metal Carport Handout

Submittal Checklist - Metal Carport

Are you constructing a new deck, porch, or patio? Are you wanting to build a covered deck or patio? If so, see the helpful documents below!

Residential Deck Guidelines

Deck Requirements

Submittal Checklist - New Patio & Decks

Submittal Checklist - Deck & Patio Covers

Looking to alter the interior of your home? See the document below for submittal requirements:

Submittal Checklist - Interior Alterations


Not everything requires a permit. See the "When do I need a permit?" page here!

Wanting to add a pool to your property? There are different types of pools that each have different requirements. Please see the helpful documents below:


Seasonal Swimming Pool: a pool designed to be set up and used for the spring/summer season and then taken down and stored for fall/winter (See applicable handout)

Permanent Above Ground Pool: a pool/hot tub/spa designed as a permanent fixture but is above ground (See applicable handout)

Permanent In-Ground Pool: a pool/hot tub/spa designed as a permanent fixture but is placed in-ground 


Permits are required for all of three types of pools. Please see the submittal checklists below.

Submittal Checklist - Seasonal Swimming Pool

Submittal Checklist - Above Ground & In-Ground Permanent Pool


Need to drain your pool? Click here for guidance.

  • 2012 International Building Code 
  • 2012 International Residential Code for One-Two Family Dwellings 
  • 2012 International Fire Code
  • 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (NOTE: The 2012 IECC was originally adopted in October 2016, along with the other codes listed on this web page, and went into effect on January 1, 2017.  Since that time, Ordinance No. 17-10892 was adopted on July 24, 2017 and is effective immediately.  That ordinance repealed the 2012 IECC and adopted the 2009 IECC with local code amendments.)
    To order code books for the International Codes go to www.iccsafe.org
  • 2011 National Electrical Code (to order code book go to www.nfpa.org) 
  • 2012 Uniform Mechanical Code 
  • 2012 Uniform Plumbing Code
    To order code books for the Uniform codes go to www.iapmo.org
  • 2010 ADA Standards (ADA Requirements Overview, 2010 ADA - 5 Major Changes)

Local Amendments

Please refer to Chapter 8 and Chapter 14 of the Salina Municipal Code for the official version of the local code amendments.  

Residential Accessory Buildings include storage sheds, workshops, garages, carports, etc. and must:

  • Comply with Zoning Code (Information Sheet)
  • Be visually compatible with the primary residence on the property (Compatibility Checklist)
  • Placed in an allowable location that complies with the required setbacks (Allowable Locations Example)

Associated Permit Forms: Submittal Checklist, Construction Details Worksheet

Thinking of finishing your basement? If so, the resources below should help you get started!

Finishing Your Basement Handout

Submittal Checklist

Exits-Emergency Access Handout

Wanting to build a new detached garage or a carport? See the documents below to get you started!

Detached Garage or Carport Handout

Free Standing Metal Carport Handout

Submittal Checklist - Metal Carport

Are you constructing a new deck, porch, or patio? Are you wanting to build a covered deck or patio? If so, see the helpful documents below!

Residential Deck Guidelines

Deck Requirements

Submittal Checklist - New Patio & Decks

Submittal Checklist - Deck & Patio Covers

Looking to alter the interior of your home? See the document below for submittal requirements:

Submittal Checklist - Interior Alterations


Not everything requires a permit. See the "When do I need a permit?" page here!

Wanting to add a pool to your property? There are different types of pools that each have different requirements. Please see the helpful documents below:


Seasonal Swimming Pool: a pool designed to be set up and used for the spring/summer season and then taken down and stored for fall/winter (See applicable handout)

Permanent Above Ground Pool: a pool/hot tub/spa designed as a permanent fixture but is above ground (See applicable handout)

Permanent In-Ground Pool: a pool/hot tub/spa designed as a permanent fixture but is placed in-ground 


Permits are required for all of three types of pools. Please see the submittal checklists below.

Submittal Checklist - Seasonal Swimming Pool

Submittal Checklist - Above Ground & In-Ground Permanent Pool


Need to drain your pool? Click here for guidance.

Contact Us

Community & Development Services

Location

300 W. Ash St. Room 205 Salina, KS 67401

Office Hours

Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Phone

(785) 309-5715

General Permit Forms
Owner Occupant Exemption Affidavit Permit Extension Request Residential Survey Requirements General Residential Plan Conditions Residential Plan Review Checklist Solar Panel Property Owner Consent Form
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A "One Stop Shop" for homeowners and contractors for residential projects. Please see the associated services and links to get you to where you need to go. 

If you have questions, please reach out to the Building Services division at building.services@salina.org or call us at 785-309-5715.

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Sample Drawings

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