Permits & licensing in Missouri local government
What Missouri city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
472 Missouri meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Missouri with the most permits & licensing activity
- Malden, MO (61)
- Walnut Grove, MO (27)
- Brentwood, MO (23)
- Blue Springs, MO (20)
- Lee's Summit, MO (20)
- Bridgeton, MO (18)
- Columbia, MO (18)
- Webster Groves, MO (16)
- Eureka, MO (15)
- Parkville, MO (15)
- St. Charles, MO (14)
- Independence, MO (14)
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Board will consider amending ordinance 2418 for a skilled nursing facility at 13240 Manchester Rd.
The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on August 10, 2026. At the hearing the board will consider two ordinances: one that amends ordinance 2418 and reissues a conditional use permit for a skilled nursing facility located at 13240 Manchester Road, and another that grants a conditional use permit…
Public hearing on stormwater permit renewal for Cass County
The Cass County Commission will hold a public meeting to review the proposed application for coverage under Missouri DNR General Permit MOR04C for municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4). The county is seeking renewal of its stormwater quality program and will present the outline of the Stormwater Management Plan…
Commission will consider text amendment to allow coin‑operated laundromats in COR district
The Olivette Planning & Community Design Commission will review several petitions, including a design review for a patio enclosure and special permit requests for medical offices and recreational uses. Two text amendments will be considered: one to permit coin‑operated laundromats in the COR Commercial/Office/Retail…
Board to consider conditional use permit for a skilled nursing facility at 1307 Brenda Ave
The Perryville Board of Aldermen will decide on a conditional use permit for a skilled nursing facility at 1307 Brenda Avenue. The meeting also includes approvals of several invoices and purchase orders, including a $72,303.58 cost‑share invoice for the Perry County Joint Justice Center and a $300,000 retainage…
Public hearing on short‑term rental permits at 402 S. Chestnut and 1006 W. Floral
The Nevada City Council will hold a public hearing on special use permits for short‑term rentals at 402 S. Chestnut and 1006 W. Floral. The council will also consider special ordinances to approve those permits, a grant agreement for public transit operating assistance, and resolutions to award contracts for…
Board will consider a special use permit for 120 Henry Avenue office
The Manchester Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a special use permit to allow an office and vehicle bays at 120 Henry Avenue in the C‑1 Commercial Zoning District. The meeting will also consider Bill 26‑2581 to adopt a biennial conflict‑of‑interest ordinance and will appoint Peter Bitzer to the Audit…
Board to approve special use permits for Urban Chestnut pop‑up events
The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will vote on several items, including appointments to the Board of Adjustment and a new Visual Identity Project Committee. The board will consider a proclamation recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month. It will also decide whether to approve four temporary liquor licenses for…
St. Charles Landmarks Board meets to review historic preservation projects
The St. Charles Landmarks Board will convene on July 20, 2026, to review applications for exterior modifications in various historic districts. The board will consider requests to replace deteriorating steps, decks, and signs, as well as review staff reports and approve previous meeting minutes.
Plumbing Board to elect officers and review Master Plumber exam request
The Plumbing Board will conduct an election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The board will also consider a request from Timothy Scott Brown to take the Master Plumbers exam.
Old Orchard Commission discusses special activities and construction updates
The commission will review a special activities permit for an upcoming open house. Members will also discuss progress on the St. Louis County Big Bend resurfacing project and public parking sign designs.
Sunset Hills Board reviews phone system upgrade and special event license
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will review June financial reports and vote on Resolution No. 812 to replace the city's phone system with a purchase from Tech Electronics, updating municipal communication infrastructure used for city operations. The meeting also covers a temporary liquor license request for St…
Ordinance to acquire 10280 West Florissant Ave for public use
The Board will consider Ordinance No. ORD 05-2026, which would allow the city to purchase or eminent domain 10280 West Florissant Avenue for a public purpose. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of June minutes, warrants totaling $267,061.62, and reports from the City Administrator, police, and…
Board to vote on adopting 2024 International Building Codes
The Board will vote on Bill 5057 to adopt the 2024 International Building Codes, affecting construction standards. They will also introduce Bill 5058, an e-bike ordinance, and consider resolutions for a parks grant for Pointe Playground and a contract amendment for prisoner detention. Consent items include a craft…
Sign Design Review Committee to review five sign applications
The Sign Design Review Committee will meet to receive updates from compliance officers and review sign applications for five local businesses.
Board to review 33 applicants for trade licenses
The Building Trades Certification and Examination Board will consider 33 applicants for master and journeyman electrical, plumbing, gas fitter, and mechanical licenses. Actions include approval to test, reinstatements, and reciprocations. No other business is on the agenda.
Fenpark Drive design contract up for vote
The Board of Aldermen Committee will discuss and vote on a design engineering contract for the Fenpark Drive Improvement Project. They will also consider amendments to the traffic code for bicycles and e-bikes, multiple parks improvements, and a liquor license request. Recommendations will go to the full Board.
Extra Space Storage project at 8071-8075 Manchester Road faces commission review
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a boundary adjustment, site development plan, and conditional use permit for Extra Space Storage at 8071-8075 Manchester Road. They will also consider a request to postpone a conditional use permit for Titanium Fitness at 854-856 Hanley Industrial…
Committee will discuss the overhead electric easement with CWEP.
The Public Works Committee will first approve minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss an overhead electric easement between the City of Carthage and CWEP. The committee will also consider permit fee changes for villas at Myers Park and review a list of unfit structures. Staff reports will be…
Residential rezoning for properties on Old Gray Summit Road and Katie Lane
The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider second reading of an ordinance to rezone four parcels totaling 7.89 acres from NU Non-Urban to R-1B single-family residential. They will also introduce bills for a conditional use permit for an auto dealership, appointment of a city attorney, and an…
Council to vote on $15.2M Main Street extension contract
The City Council will hold public hearings on multiple conditional use permits and rezoning requests, including a tattoo establishment, an apartment complex, and liquor license approvals. They will vote on final passage of several ordinances, including a $15.2 million contract for the Main Street Extension Project and…
Board to consider search warrants and school resource officer agreement
The Eureka Board of Aldermen will vote on bills authorizing administrative search warrants and amending the School Resource Officer agreement. They will also approve liquor license renewals for 2026-2027 and city disbursements. Most agenda items are routine or procedural.
Commission to decide on Conditional Use Permit for industrial use at 8563 Watson Road
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by PG-STL Inc. (dba Picturesque Graphics) for a Conditional Use Permit to allow Industrial Sales & Service at 8563 Watson Road in the Commercial district. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 1st, public comment, and a staff update.
Public hearing for beauty school conditional use permit at 1405 SW Smith Street
The Blue Springs Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings on a request for a conditional use permit to allow Universal Beauty Studio Academy, a vocational and technical education institution, at 1405 SW Smith Street. The Planning Commission hears the case on June 22, 2026, and the City Council on…
Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for tattoo shop at 2307 NW South Outer Road
The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings on a request by Katelynn Farris for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a body art service (tattoo/piercing) at 2307 NW South Outer Road in the General Business district. The Planning Commission meets June 22, 2026, and the City Council meets July 6…
Commission to consider residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a residential care facility. The body will also elect its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.
Board to review home additions and a new accessory structure
The Architectural Review Board will evaluate three residential construction projects. The meeting includes a public hearing for a historic district property and reviews of new additions and outbuildings.
Commission to discuss 2024 Comprehensive Plan and several business permits
The Planning and Community Design Commission will review a series of special use permits for local businesses and medical facilities. The body will also discuss the implementation of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, specifically focusing on alternative housing types and residential zoning.
Planning & Zoning Commission to consider special use permits for car wash and dog training
The commission will review several site plans and special use permits, including a request to reopen a car wash on Mexico Road. The body will also consider a new request for a dog training and boarding facility on Harvestowne Industrial Drive.
Committee to consider data center zoning regulations and tax incentive prohibition
The Housing, Urban Development & Zoning Committee will discuss and take public comment on three board bills. These include creating zoning regulations for data centers, updating mobile food vendor regulations, and prohibiting tax incentives for data centers. No resolutions or committee discussions are scheduled.
Public hearings on 3 conditional use permits at Page Ave and Midland Blvd
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider conditional use permits and site plan reviews for three properties: 10334 and 10041 Page Avenue, and 9465 Midland Boulevard. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 26, 2026, and a director's report.
Dellwood Board of Aldermen considers eminent domain for West Florissant Avenue property
The Board of Aldermen will meet to consider an ordinance to acquire property at 10280 West Florissant Avenue via purchase or eminent domain. The board will also review a liquor license application. A closed session is scheduled to discuss legal actions, real estate, personnel, and sealed bids.
Commission to discuss updated 5-Year Economic Development Plan and special permit requests
The Economic Development Commission will discuss several pending special permit use requests, including outdoor display for Rick's Ace Hardware and an indoor field hockey facility. They will review 2026 business license data and further the business communications plan. A key item is the discussion of the updated…
Planning commission weighs zoning change for Mitchell Ave property
The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone 2600 Mitchell Ave from apartment residential to neighborhood shopping district. Also up for discussion is a conditional use permit for a tow lot at 1727 Clifford St. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a council update.
Commission reviews request for 80-bed skilled nursing facility
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conditional use permit request from Perryville Real Estate Holdings, LLC. The proposal is for an 80-bed skilled nursing facility at 1307 Brenda Avenue.
Commission to discuss cannabis license limits and permit transfers
The Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission will review an updated ordinance regarding license limits and discuss a special permit transfer request from DMS Trinity. The body will also address the FY27 budget and updates regarding Benevolent Botanicals and DRIS.
Commission to review three business proposals at 75 Black Jack Court
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for two new conditional use permits. They will also review an exhaust hood plan for a property on Black Jack Court.
Board to consider a farmer’s market permit for Grantie Coast Brewing Co.
The Malden Licensing Board will first approve the minutes from its June 16, 2026 meeting. It will then review a permit request from Grantie Coast Brewing Company to provide samples at the Malden Farmer's Market. The market operates Wednesdays from June 17 to October 28, 2026, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Public hearing on marijuana retailer permit transfer at 36 Charles Street
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from DMS Trinity, LLC. The request seeks to amend, reissue, or transfer a special permit for a marijuana retailer in the Industrial 2 zoning district.
City Council to amend building permit fee from $16 to $18
The Rules & Ordinance Committee will consider several ordinance amendments. Items include restructuring the Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission, changing the composition of the Cemetery Trustees board, revising the Emergency Management Board membership, and increasing the building permit fee from $16 to $18…
Council to discuss several license petitions, including parking lot renewal and new pool tables
The License Committee will review petitions for a variety of business licenses. Items include a renewal for an open‑air parking lot at 135 Eastern Avenue, a new pool‑table license for Top Pools at 77 Exchange Street, extended operating hours for El Mexsal at 97 Medford Street, a new livery company license for Luxury…