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1. How can I get a building plan review?

For information regarding building plans, call the City of Joplin Building and Code Inspection Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 1521.

2. How can I get a building permit?

For information regarding building permits, call the City of Joplin Building and Code Inspection Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 1521.

3. Are there regulations on City water?

This City of Joplin program regulates the connections between drinking water and non-drinkable water piping systems. For information on requirements for installation and testing of back-flow prevention devices, call the Building and Code Inspection Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 1523.

Missouri American Water, a private company, is the local water utility service provider. Contact their company at https://www.amwater.com/moaw/   To notify them about service connection or disconnection, Residential and commercial customers may also call Customer Service at 1-866-430-0820 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to speak with one of our experienced customer service representatives. Or visit their site at https://www.amwater.com/moaw/Customer-Service-Billing/Turn-Service-On-Off/ .

4. Should I have my fire plan reviewed?

Fire plan review is a service offered as part of the building permit process for all commercial, business, assembly, industrial, factory, health care, educational, and multi-family residential building or remodeling projects within the City.

5. How do I set a fire safety inspection?

For questions about fire safety inspections, call the City of Joplin Fire Department at (417) 623-0403.

6. Who do I call about inspections?

For electrical, plumbing, building or mechanical inspections, call the Building and Code Enforcement Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 1521.