Planning & Development

The Planning & Development Department serves the citizens of Brentwood through traditional planning (both current and long-range) and economic development, as well as zoning administration, code enforcement and building permits. 

The Planning & Development Department is responsible for new construction as well as inspecting existing housing to determine code conformance. The department also handles zoning enforcement and land use code enforcement in the city. Building codes are listed in Chapter 500 of the Brentwood Municipal Code. Land use is determined by the regulations covered in Chapter 400 of the Brentwood Municipal Code.

Design Guidelines

The guidelines are used by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) when reviewing new residential construction projects, and  provide homeowners and builders with guidance on how to make their project best fit into the Brentwood community. Residential projects that intend to make changes to the exterior of the home may require Architectural Review Board approval.

You can submit your Architectural Review Board application the same way you do a building permit, through the MyGov Portal.

Businesses and Zoning 

Please call or email to confirm your business is allowed per zoning requirements.

Fees

Construction fees are $7 per $1000. $25 per inspection and $25 for plan review.

Occupancy fees are $45 for the inspection and $25 for the issued permit.

Full Fee Schedule implemented July 1, 2023.

Permitting

All permitting & licensing is done online through the MyGov Portal.  

New to doing work in Brentwood but already have a MyGov account?

Building Permits are valid for 180 days unless otherwise specified. To request up to a 90 day extension, please email the Chief Building Official.

Occupancy Permits

Building Permits and Contractor License- A Contractor License is required to do ANY kind of work in the City of Brentwood. You must have the license prior to applying for the building permit or doing any inspections. 

Construction Hours 

Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.  

Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. 

Violations should be reported to the non-emergency police number at (314)644-7100

No work audible from the exterior is to be done on Sunday without the express permission of the Director of Planning and Development. No diesel or other mechanical noise may be audible from off the job site outside of the prescribed hours.

How to Schedule an Inspection (PDF) (after you've set up a MyGov login and project)

City Hall is open Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.

Inspection times are Monday through Friday:

Morning Options                                                                                                                          Afternoon Options

For assistance, please call 314.963.8602.

See if a property is in Brentwood.

For Title Requests/Specials & Business License inquiries, please call the Finance Department, 314.963.8604.

Resources

The City of Brentwood follows these International Code Council (ICC) codes:

• International Building Code, 2024
• International Residential Building Code, 2024
• National Electrical Code, 2023
• International Mechanical Code, 2024
• International Plumbing Code, 2024
• International Existing Building Code, 2024
• International Fuel Gas Code, 2024
• International Energy Conservation Code, 2024
• International Property Maintenance Code, 2024
• International Fire Code, 2024

Building Code Ordinance 4899 - October 2019 (PDF)

Stormwater Control and Infill Development Informational Resources

Stormwater Control Best Management Practices (PDF)

Stormwater Plan Review Checklist (PDF)

Stormwater Infill Development Flow Chart (PDF)

Stormwater Management Plan (PDF)

Floodplain Development Application

Chimney/Fireplace Inspection Form