The Inspections
Department inspects construction projects at each stage of construction
to provide for protection of the public and to ensure compliance
with the adopted codes regulating construction. The following
codes are the approved construction codes for the City of Belton.
2006 International Building Code
2006 International Residential Code
2006 International Plumbing Code
2006 International Mechanical Code
2006 International Fuel Gas Code
2006 International Energy Conservation Code
2005 National Electrical Code
2006 International Fire Code
The City of Belton requires a building permit for construction
and alterations or repair of residential and commercial buildings.
Permits are also required for fences, pools, decks, and electrical
upgrades.
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CODE
ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT
It is the Code Enforcement Officer's responsibility to enforce
the city codes, which encourage the maintenance and safety of
Belton neighborhoods.
The City of Belton is committed to providing a safe, clean, and
attractive community. To this end, the City has adopted a number
of ordinances over the years, which address such things as the
exterior maintenance of structures, tall grass and vegetation,
and inoperable vehicles.
Residents may wish to contact the code department at City Hall
to report violations. After the report, the code enforcement officer
will inspect the property to determine if any violations do exist.
If a violation is verified, a letter will be sent to the tenant
or owner of the property stating the violation and the time frame
allowed to correct the problem. Failure to comply with city ordinances
may result in a fine and/or imprisonment, as the ordinance allows.
Nuisance
and Zoning Codes
· Weeds, grass, brush, and other rank vegetation may not
attain a height greater than eight (8) inches.
· Tree limbs, dirt, rocks, etc. are not allowed to remain
piled on property.
· Inoperable & unlicensed vehicles are not allowed
to be stored outside an enclosed building.
· Vehicles must be parked on paved surfaces only.
· Tires and other car parts must be stored in an enclosed
building.
· Piling and accumulating junk, trash, and debris is not
permitted.
· The removal of trash and garbage from residential areas
is required at least once a week.
· House numbers are required for your police and fire protection.
· The exterior of houses and outbuildings shall be kept
in a good state of repair and uniformly painted.
· All swimming pools holding 24 inches of water or more
shall be fenced with a (4) foot fence.
· Garage sale signs may not be placed on a public right-of-way.
Signs are not allowed to be placed on utility poles, etc.
To report a suspected violation of the nuisance ordinance please
call Code Enforcement at (816) 331-4331.
Nuisance ordinance is located in Chapter
16 of the Belton Code of Ordinances.
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