Commercial Project Plans Must Comply with 2010 Accessibility Standards and Guidelines
After January 31,  2012, all commercial project plans submitted to our office for plan review and permitting must comply with the 2010 Accessibility Standards and Guidelines. As a reminder, the effective date for compliance with the new regulations is 15 March 2012. This date, (15 March 2012), is the date that actual construction activities occur at the project site and not when the plans are submitted for review or a building permit is issued from our office.

2011 National Electrial Code Adopted
The Wichita City Council adopted the 2011 National Electrical Code on November 15, 2011. Any permit issued starting January 1, 2012 will need to meet the requirements of the 2011 NEC. Download the document "Significant changes to the 2011 NEC". To see all changes you can download the complete Electrical/Elevator ordinance - Title 19.

Amendments to the Wichita Residential One & Two Family Building Code Adopted
On September 20, 2011, the Wichita City Council adopted amendments to the Wichita Residential One & Two Family Building Code (City Code Title 18.51), which incorporate (by reference) new Foundation, Basement & Slab-On-Grade Standards for One & Two Family Dwellings (Standards). The new Standards incorporate and expand the previously-adopted Wichita Basement Standards for One and Two Family Dwellings, and outline new standards for one and two family “slab-on-grade” construction. The new Standards will become effective with building permit applications submitted to the Wichita Office of Central Inspection on or after October 17, 2011. Download the document, "Residential Foundation and Slab-on-Grade Highlights".

Residential Wood Framed Decks
The City of Wichita has adopted a new standard for Residential Wood Framed Decks. Download the document, "Prescriptive Residential Wood Deck Construction Guide".

Administration
The administrative section is responsible for writing all trade permits, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, elevator and sign permits. They also maintain records on all the licensed contractors.

Building Inspection
It is the responsibility of the building inspector to conduct all required inspections and approve the building for occupancy.

Central Inspection Citizen Boards
Central Inspection has a number of Citizen Boards made up of concerned citizens. Look up board information, agendas, minutes, and other relevant information.

Central Inspection Documents and Forms
Complete listing of all OCI documents and forms available online.

Central Inspection Personnel
A listing of OCI key personnel with e-mail and phone numbers.

Codes Enforced
Listing of codes enforced by Central Inspection.

Commercial Plan Review and Building Permits
The Commercial Plan Review Section is responsible for the review of all commercial plans submitted for building, addition and remodeling permits within the city.

Construction Industry News for City Hall (CINCH)
Complete listing of all CINCH newsletters since 2000.

Continuing Education
Find out how you can renew your Master, Journeyman or Residential Wireman license or certificate.

Electrical Inspection
Electrical Inspection supplies a critical service for the consumer by checking electrical installations for compliance with adopted safety rules.

Elevator Inspection
Elevator Inspection provides a critical service for the consumer by checking elevator and related equipment installations for compliance with adopted safety rules.

Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about permits and development assistance.

Guide to Building Construction Plan Review, Construction Permitting & Inspections
The April 1, 2005 edition of the Guide is available online in PDF.

Links
List of links to external web sites related to Central Inspection.

Mechanical/Plumbing Inspection
All mechanical/plumbing work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by Central Inspection. It is the responsibility of the mechanical/plumbing inspector to conduct all required inspections.

Neighborhood Inspection
The Neighborhood Inspection Section is responsible for enforcement of the Housing Code (housing maintenance) for existing housing, and residential zoning code issues (i.e. illegal home occupations, signs on right-of-way, etc.) See the list of condemnations scheduled to be heard before the City Council.

Residential Building Permits
The Residential Building Permits desk staff is responsible for writing all residential permits, roofing/siding permits, demolition permits, miscellaneous permits, assigning/changing addresses, logging in commercial plans, and issuing commercial permits.

Sign Permits & Inspection
Enforces sign code, concerning commercial sign permit applications, portable sign permits applications, temporary sign permit applications, commercial balloon permit applications, sign complaints.

Zoning
Responds to commercial Zoning complaints concerning land use violations i.e. illegal businesses and activities. Other specific duties include inspections and license approval activities for a variety of licenses.

Back to Top