FAQs • Joplin, MO • CivicEngage

Do I have to have my house numbered?: All commercial buildings and dwelling units within the city limits are required to be properly numbered. To obtain the address for a new building or lot, call the Public Works Department at (417) 624-0820 ext. 519.

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1. Where do I inquire about business inspections?: Call the City of Joplin Building and Code Inspection Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 521 to learn about business inspections.

2. Are there codes regarding 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. 523.

3. What are the City electrical standards and codes?: For information regarding electrical codes and standards, contact the City of Joplin Building and Code Enforcement Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 521.

4. Do I have to have my house numbered?: All commercial buildings and dwelling units within the city limits are required to be properly numbered. To obtain the address for a new building or lot, call the Public Works Department at (417) 624-0820 ext. 519.

5. Where can I learn about City housing codes?: For information regarding housing standards, contact the City of Joplin Building and Code Enforcement Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 521.

6. What are the standards for mechanical codes?: For information regarding mechanical codes and standards call the City of Joplin Building & Code Enforcement Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 521.

7. Who do I call about plumbing standards and codes?: For information regarding plumbing codes and standards call the City of Joplin Building & Code Enforcement Division at (417) 624-0820, ext. 521.

8. Where do I find out about regulations for signs or report a sign violation?: The City of Joplin City Code regulates the size and number of locations, structural design, construction, material and installation standards, maintenance and clearance for signs (permanent, temporary and portable) visible from public right-of-way. To report violations or for information, contact the City of Joplin Building Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 520, or the Planning Division at (417) 624-0820 ext. 510.