Building Permits
Harvey County is zoned. A building permit is required for construction in Harvey County, such as new buildings, additions or signs. A permit is not necessary for roof repairs or remodeling on the interior or exterior of an existing home.
Additionally, if you intend to build in a special flood hazard area, permitting through Harvey County and the State of Kansas is also mandatory.
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Building Permit Application Fees |
Cost |
| Non-Commercial Structure (500 sq. ft. or less) | $50 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (501-1,000 sq. ft.) | $100 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (1,001-2,000 sq. ft.) | $150 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (2,001-3,000 sq. ft.) | $200 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (3,001-4,000 sq. ft.) | $250 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (4,001-5,000 sq. ft.) | $300 |
| Non-Commercial Structure (5,000+ sq. ft.) | $350 |
| Pools, Personal Renewable Energy (Ground-Mount Solar or Wind) | $100 |
| Agricultural Accessory | $0 (permit required) |
| Commercial Structure (500 sq. ft. or less) | $100 |
| Commercial Structure (501-2,500 sq. ft.) | $250 |
| Commercial Structure (2,501+ sq. ft.) | $350 |
| Communication Tower (CUP Required) | $150 |
| Limited-Scale Solar Farms (CUP Required) | $350 |
| Sign Permits | $25 |
| Billboard Signs | $100 |
| Certificate of Occupancy | $50 |
| Temporary Use Permit (One Year, Non-Commercial) | $150 |
| Temporary Use Permit (One-Two Years, Commercial) | $350 |
| Road Impact Fee (required on new construction sites on township roads) | $2,000/residential $4,000/commercial |
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Land Division Application (Credit card payments incur additional 2.5% processing fee) |
Cost |
| Split-Off | $150 |
| Subdivision Rezoning and Preliminary Subdivision Plat | $600 |
| Subdivision Preliminary Subdivision Plat | $300 |
| Subdivision Final Plat Review | $200 |
| Floodplain Permit (Credit card payments incur additional 2.5% processing fee) (Fees must be paid prior to start of construction - violations or after-fact fees may be assessed as outlined in the Unified Development Code) |
Cost |
| Seasonal Cabins | $250 |
| Residential Structure (Primary) | $400 |
| Residential Accessory | $100 |
| Gazebo or Deck (under 400 sq. ft.) | $50 |
| Agricultural Structure | $100 |
| Miscellaneous (Pipelines, etc.) | $100 |
| Commercial Structure | $400 |
| Bank Stabilization or Road Right-of-Way | $0 |
Harvey County does not have building codes. Upon completion, a building inspection is not conducted, and no certificate of occupancy is issued. The County recommends building to the International Building Code.
| Rezoning Application (Credit card payments incur additional 2.5% processing fee) (Fees must be paid prior to start of construction - violations or after-fact fees may be assessed as outlined in the Unified Development Code) |
Cost |
| Conditional Use Permit | $300 |
| Conditional Use Permit (cell phone or solar farm) | $500 |
| Variance | $300 |
| Rezoning | $300 |
| Administrative Appeal | $400 |
Sewer Permits
A sewer permit is required for all new construction or modifications of a private sewer system, including replacement. Information on separation requirements is available here.
A sewer permit application can be found here. The application process costs $250 for a new system and soil profile, or $100 for repair or rework (credit card payment incurs a 2.5% processing fee).
The application will be reviewed by the environmental officer. If necessary, a site visit or soil profile test may follow.
If a sewer system is failing and is located in the Equus Beds, near a drinking water well, close to a stream or within two miles of a public water supply, a cost-share program to repair the system may be available through the Harvey County Conservation District. Contact our office for more information.
Well Permits
Harvey County requires a well permit for domestic, lawn and garden, or livestock wells in the unincorporated areas of the county. Information on separation requirements is available here.
A well permit application can be found here. The application process costs $100 (credit card payment incurs a 2.5% processing fee).
The application will be reviewed by the environmental officer. If necessary, a site visit may follow.
A drilled well must be performed by a driller certified with the State of Kansas, unless completed by the property owner themselves.
Water Testing
Water testing kits are available in the Planning, Zoning and Environmental Department in the Harvey County Courthouse.
Testing must occur on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday morning. If you have the sample mailed by the County, it must be returned to the Courthouse by noon on the same day. Test kits are also available that you can deliver yourself to SDK Laboratories in Hutchinson.
Testing can be done for bacteria, or bacteria and nitrates. Testing costs vary.
For information on disinfecting a well, click here.