Building Codes

Iola's adoption of the International Codes reflects the City's progressive nature. By implementing the more standardized International Codes, a rarity in smaller cities, Iola reflects it's up-to-date approach to code enforcement.

Iola City Code

Permits

Permits are generally required for the following:

  • New buildings
  • Additions (bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms, etc.)
  • Accessory buildings (garages, storage sheds, fences, etc.)
  • Renovations (garage conversions, basement furnishings, kitchen remodels, re-roofing, etc.)
  • Electrical systems (new breaker box or service, rewires, major repairs, etc.)
  • Plumbing systems (re-plumbing, new sewer, water or gas service, replacing a water heater, etc.)
  • Mechanical and HVAC systems (heating, air-conditioning, ventilation systems installation and replacements)

Related Documents

  1. Benefits of Building Permits (PDF)

Permit Forms & Applications

  1. Accessory Structure Permit Application (PDF)
  2. Building Permit Application (PDF)
  3. Demolition Permit 6-2020 (PDF)
  4. Fence Permit 4-22-2022 (PDF)
  5. Moving Permit (PDF)
  6. Neighborhood Revitalization Plan 2022 Application
  7. Planning Zoning Application
  1. Planning Zoning Requirements
  2. Right of Way Permit (PDF)
  3. Roof Permit (PDF)
  4. Sample Sight Plan (PDF)
  5. Sidewalk-Curb Replacement Program (PDF)
  6. Sign Permit (PDF)

License Forms

  1. Contractor License Application (PDF)
  1. Individual Trade License Application (PDF)