Getting Started

Before submitting applications for residential or commercial development projects, applicants are encouraged to research the property to verify existing conditions and obtain accurate submittal information that will be required throughout the process. The information obtained should then be submitted along with the appropriate application and plans to the City. This will minimize delays and make the development process smoother so the project can begin as quickly as possible.

Property Information can be obtained by using the City's Public Webmap. A tutorial on the use of the webmap can be found within the webmap in the top header bar.

Pre-Development Review (Optional) — Call the Neighborhood Services Office at 620-441-4420 to schedule a pre-development review with your preliminary development plan. Commercial projects may also require a meeting before the Technical Advisory Committee.

After reviewing the FAQ below, the next step in the process is to determine whether your project is residential or commercial; this determines the building codes to follow and the development review process.  

Residential projects require a review process, which is less stringent than Commercial projects. If the project involves a one or two-family home, it is considered a residential project. Any project not involving a one or two-family home is considered a commercial project. Commercial projects require a complete review process, including a site plan review. Once you determine if a project is residential or commercial, see the appropriate page for either Residential Projects or Commercial Projects.