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A Certificate of Occupancy certifies a building’s compliance with applicable building and zoning codes and other laws, and indicates it is in a condition suitable and safe for occupancy.
Before signing a lease or purchasing property, make sure to verify that the property's zoning will allow your type of business. Review the City's Zoning and Future Land Use Map and zoning code, or contact a city planner at planning@lenexa.com at 913.477.7725.
Not all projects require a Certificate of Occupancy, but some that do are:
If you have any questions about what is required, contact staff at permits@lenexa.com.
Before occupying any new or existing commercial space, you must first receive a Certificate of Occupancy.
To temporarily occupy a commercial space before you have an approved final inspection, you must get a Temporary Certificate of Occupation.
If you haven’t completed all required items before your commercial Temporary Certificate of Occupancy expires, you can apply for an extension.
We do not issue a Certificate of Occupancy for single-family residential structures. Here's what you need to know.
To temporarily occupy a residential space before you have an approved final inspection, you must get a Temporary Certificate of Occupation.
If you haven’t completed all required items before your residential Temporary Certificate of Occupancy expires, you can apply for an extension.