Applications, Forms, & Permits

Building Codes

The City of Clayton has adopted the following codes:

Part I, the 2021 International Building Code
Part II, the 2021 International Mechanical Code
Part III, the 2021 International Plumbing Code
Part IV, the 2021 International Residential Code
Part V, the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
Part VI, the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
Part VIII, the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

Included are all appendices to each code.

The 2014 National Electric Code has also been adopted as part of the St. Louis County amendments.

The 2015 International Property Maintenance Code has also been adopted.

In addition to the actual Code, amendments are contained in the Ordinance that are designed to take into consideration circumstances and standards which are specific to Clayton.

To purchase codes (without local amendments), please visit the International Code Council's website www.iccsafe.org.

ICC also makes model I-Codes and standards available free online as a service to the public https://codes.iccsafe.org/search/?year[]=2015&page=1

Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Dumpster

Apply for Building Division permits via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal.

Please Click HERE for a tutorial on applying using the portal.

Helpful documents:

For more information contact one of our technicians at 314-290-8463 or 314-290-8452 or by email at codequestionsbd@claytonmo.gov.

Events

Thank you for your interest in having an event in Clayton. A limited number of events are approved each year based on the City’s event guidelines/policies. Apply for an Event Permit via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal. Please Click HERE for a tutorial on applying using the portal.

Effective January 1, 2026
All Special Event Applications must be submitted a minimum of three (3) weeks prior to your
planned event date.

Events are defined as a temporary gathering that may use either public or private property and may include any of the following:

Closing a public street (Includes parades and block parties)
Blocking or restricting public property or limiting the use of public parks or streets by the general public (this includes runs and walks)
Offering merchandise, food or beverages on public or private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance
Erecting a tent on public property or on private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance
Installing a stage, band shell, trailer, van, portable building, grandstand or bleachers on public property or on private property where otherwise prevented by ordinance
Placing portable toilets on public property or on private property where otherwise prevented by ordinance
Placing temporary no parking signs in a public right of way
Charging a fee or donation for attendance or participation

If you would like to discuss an event or the availability of a specific date, contact events @claytonmo.gov.

If you would like to submit an application for an event, you may do so by submitting an Event Permit via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal. There is no fee to apply, but those events that are approved will require a $25 permit fee. For more information on permit requirements for events held in the City of Clayton, see the Special Events Permit Information Brochure.

Are you looking to hold an event or rent out space at the Center of Clayton, please fill out this form.

For parks rentals/events, please fill out this form.

Business Licenses, Liquor License and Other Related Permits

The following applications can be printed, completed and submitted to Clayton's Finance Development Department for review and processing.

If you have any questions regarding the applications, please call the Finance Development Department at 314-290-8442 or email licensing@claytonmo.gov.

Fire

The City of Clayton has adopted the following fire code:

2021 International Fire Code

In addition to the actual Code, amendments are contained in the Ordinance that are designed to take into consideration circumstances and standards which are specific to Clayton.

Effective January 1, 2016, the Clayton Fire Department request two (2) sets signed and sealed drawings by the design professional, to be submitted with the application for plan review. One set will be returned with the permit for field use. In addition, if the drawings sheets are larger than 42” x 30” and include more than three (3) sheets, we will require an electronic copy be included with your submittal for our retention/archive. The electronic file format should be .pdf and preferred storage device is a CD or USB thumb drive.

To purchase codes (without local amendments), please visit the International Code Council's website, www.iccsafe.org.

Applications

To apply for any of the permits listed below, please submit your application through the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal. For detailed, step-by-step instructions, click HERE to view the application tutorial

Bonfires for Recreational Use
Fire Safety Construction Permit
Fire Safety Operational Permit
Pyrotechnic Display

For more information contact Asst. Chief, Jeff Counts, at 314-290-8487 or by email at jcounts@claytonmo.gov.

Land Disturbance Requirements (SWPPP)

Land disturbance activities, including demolition and new construction, require the approval of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) if the area of disturbance is 5,000 square feet or greater.

A project with a disturbed area less than 5,000 square feet should still provide erosion control measures to prevent stormwater pollution. The SWPPP must be submitted and approved by the Public Works Department prior to the release of a building or demolition permit. Applicants are required to pay a $300.00 review fee at the time of application.

Projects Disturbing more than 5,000 square feet and less than 1 acre (43,560 SF)

SWPPP Plan Requirements

Projects disturbing 1 acre (43,560 SF) more

Land Disturbance Permit Application (apply via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal)
Land Disturbance Permit and SWPPP Checklist

For more information contact Daneen Schlereth at 314-290-8540 or by email at dschlereth@claytonmo.gov.

Board, Commission and Committee Applications

Occupancy Permits and Inspections

In an effort to limit risks due to the Covid-19 virus, permit applicants are encouraged to scan and submit all applications listed below and all associated permit drawings as well as the credit card authorization form by email to applicationsbd@claytonmo.gov

Please apply for occupancy permits by clicking here: CitizenServe Portal

For more information contact 314-290-8463 or by email at codequestionsbd@claytonmo.gov

Planning & Zoning

All application types must be submitted via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal

Administrative Information

Submission Requirements and Checklists

If you have any questions regarding the applications, please call the Planning and Development Department at 314-290-8450.

Public Works

Apply for Public Works permits via the City of Clayton Citizenserve Permitting Portal.

Fee Schedule

Fee Schedule

Right-Of-Way

Right-Of-Way Activity Application*
- Right-Of-Way Activity Information Sheet
- Right-Of-Way Cold Weather Work Notice

Sewer Lateral

Parking

Other

* see Permitting Portal link above to apply