Planning & Development


Jim Lawson
Planning Director
110 W. Maddux
Suite 215
Branson, Mo 65616
417-337-8549
417-334-2391 fax
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2012 Meeting Schedule

Comprehensive Plan

F.A.Q.

 

Proposed Changes to Building Code

Proposed Nuisance and Dangerous Building Ordinances
Dangerous Building   |  Nuisance

The Planning and Development Department is divided into two divisions:

Building Division
The Building Division is responsible for the oversight of all building construction within the corporate limits of Branson. The City of Branson has adopted the 2009 ICC Codes Series and the International Code Series. The Building Department enforces the regulations contained in these codes.

Planning Division
The Planning Division is responsible for the oversight of all land use and development within the corporate limits of Branson.

The Planning and Development Department is committed to firm, fair, consistent, cooperative partners with the development community.


 

Floodplain Information

The City of Branson has several areas that are subject to ‘100 year flood’ water levels. Branson is a member in good standing with the National Flood Insurance Program. Permit applications are reviewed for compliance with the National Flood Insurance program regulations. For information regarding floodplain requirements for your project please contact the Planning and Development Department at 337-8549.

Codes

The following codes have been adopted by the City of Branson Board of Aldermen to help ensure the health, safety and welfare of our citizens and visitors.
2009 International Residential Code
2009 International Fire Code
2009 International Building Code
2009 International Property Maintenance Code
2006 International Electrical Code Administrative Provisions
2009 International Mechanical Code
2009 International Plumbing Code
2008 National Electrical Code
2009 International Fuel Gas Code
ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003 edition
Local Amendments to Adopted Building Codes

Links to the publishers of these nationally recognized Building codes:
http://www.iccsafe.org/
http://www.nfpa.org/

Ordinances

All City of Branson ordinances are available by clicking the "Municipal Codebook" link on the left of this page. For added convenience, a few of the frequently asked for ordinances have been provided below:
Chapter 70 SIGNS
Chapter 410 ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 66-151 Article III TREES
Chapter 66 Article IV LANDSCAPING, BUFFERING AND CLEARING

Applications & Permits

All forms below can be filled out online using Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 or above, but then must be printed, signed and mailed or delivered to the Planning and Development department; faxed or emailed copies will not be accepted. For more information, please contact the Planning & Development Department.

Administrative Review Team (ART)
Checklist Single Family Residential
Residential and Commercial Permit Fees
Residential Permit Process Information
Work Exempt From Permit
Sign Permit Fees
2012 Meeting Schedule
Addendums and Fees

Planning Applications Building Applications
Administrative Appeal Application Addendum Transmittal Form
Amended Final Plat Application Boarding Permit Application
Amended Preliminary Plat Application Building Code Board of Appeals
Annexation Application Building Permit Application
Condominium Split Application Construction Trailer Permit Application
Easement Vacation Application Demolition Permit Application
Final Subdivision Plat Application Flood Plain Development Application
Final Subdivision Replat Application Footing & Foundation Permit Application
General Application Landscaping Permit Application
Minor Subdivision Replat Application LED Sign Affidavit Form
Municipal Code Amendment Application Paving Permit Application
Planned Development Amendment Application Pool / Spa Permit Application
Planned Development Application Private Water System Application
Connection to City of Branson Sewer
Preliminary Subdivision Plat Application Sewer Connection Application
Preliminary Subdivision Replat Application Sewer Connection Permit Application
Special Event Permit Application Sign Permit Application
Special Event Permit Application - Street Closure Sign Reface Application
Special Ordinance Application Temporary Church Sign Permit Application
Special Use Application Temporary Sign Permit Application
Street Vacation Application Water Application
Variance Request Application  
Zoning Change Application  
Zoning Request Application  
   

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