Permitting
The applicant must apply for and be issued a building permit before any new construction or expansion of a driveway begins.
- A plot plan must be submitted and approved to show the location, width, and length of the driveway.
- Driveways must be paved with concrete, asphalt, or brick pavers.
Driveway Standards
UDC Section 407.020.D.2.b provides the following standards:
- Driveways shall not exceed 50 percent coverage within the front yard of or the street-facing side yard in which the driveway is located.
- Driveways shall not exceed a width of 35 feet within the right-of-way and 50 percent coverage, whichever is less.
- All widths refer to the total of driveways on the lot, not each individual driveway.
- Corner lots are allowed up to a maximum of 45 feet of driveway width within the right-of-way, provided all other requirements are met.
Questions?
Contact the City Development Department at 816-622-4051 with questions about residential driveway standards and permitting requirements.
Apply and Coordinate Right-of-Way Work
Visit the Permit & Application Center for application resources and submittal instructions. For permit questions, call 816-228-0117 or 816-228-0118.
If work affects the public right-of-way, review Right-of-Way Permits and contact staff to confirm any additional authorization before starting work.