Processes related to Entitlements and Construction
Applying for Fire Code Plan Review
To annex or de-annex a property from Garden City limits.
To appeal a decision
Business Compliance Verification and Occupancy Analysis
This process is utilized when there are no changes proposed to the structure.
This process is also utilized for new businesses or when businesses change ownership or the name of the business.
Civil Plans (Public Works Application)
Utilized for grading and site preparation of large projects such as subdivision construction plans or large scale developments. Also required for water and sewer taps to the municipal system.
Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan text or map.
Every property in Garden City has a zoning classification. You may be surprised to discover that your property is zoned only for certain uses, but almost every city, large and small, pass zoning laws in an attempt to protect property values. Zoning improves a property’s value since property owners have some assurance of what may or may not be built through development or redevelopment in the neighborhood. For example, zoning laws may prevent you from operating a certain type of business on your property; but on the other hand it can also prevent others from opening a landfill facility on the lot next to your home.
Demolition Permit & Erosion Sediment Control Requirements
This section provides information related to the process for demolition permits, including linked forms and anticipated fees.
Design Professional Requirements
Per the International Building Code, the Project Owner must designate the licensed architect or engineer who is the project's Registered Design Professional in Responsible Charge. Please refer to this section to see if there are any exceptions that apply to your project.
The request to vacate an easement either on the subdivision plat or otherwise recorded.
This section provides information related to the extension process and associated fees.
Regulations and permits required for fences.
Applications regarding the floodplain development and FEMA letter of map revisions.
This section provides information related to moving manufactured homes into a park.
If you wish to remove a home, please refer to the Demolition Permit Process.
**If you wish to move a home onto a property that is not a part of a park, the home will need to be declared real property and meet the single family dwelling standards.
This section provides information related to the minor land division process and associated fees.
To conduct business, you may need to acquire a variety of business licenses and permits. Click here for Garden City specific requirements.
Non-Conforming Rights (Grandfather Rights)
Click here to begin the process to request a Legal Nonconforming Use (Grandfather Rights) Analysis for your property.
Non-Confirming Rights Determination Handout
Non-Residential Building Permit Application
Information related to building permits for any non-residential structure (commercial, governmental, non-profit, mixed use, multi-family (apartments), etc..)
Any changes to occupancy, alterations to an existing structure, or new construction requires a building permit.
Property Information Report (Zoning Certification Letter)
If you would like to have the zoning of your property, and specific questions related to your property specifically answered (some call this a "burn-down" letter), please click on the link to find out how to apply.
Residential Building Permit Application
This section provides information related to residential building permits for remodels, new builds, etc...
Procedure for Resubmitting Documents to Plan Reviewers.
To amend the zoning designation of a property or properties
A Sign Permit is required in order to erect, alter, or reconstruct any sign; or any otherwise nonexempt sign that does not comply with the requirements of an exempt sign.
The division of property.
A condominium plat is a subdivision of airspace.
The link will take you to more information regarding temporary uses and temporary structure placement.
To propose an amendment to Title 8, the city's development code
A variance is an exception to a required land use regulation.