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Planning & Inspections
Welcome to the City of Poplar Bluff's Planning Department. It is our primary responsibility to plan for and monitor the orderly growth of the City of Poplar Bluff. Part of our department's role includes handling all aspects of zoning and subdivision development. Our department works in concert with many other departments within city government and without.
Building permits are required for any construction, alteration, repair or demolition. Before any activity can begin within the City of Poplar Bluff, an application must be filled out so the Building Inspector can review the proposed project before a permit is issued. The cost of the permit varies depending upon the nature of the project. Tony Chilton, Building Inspector, may be contacted at 573-686-8614.
The Stormwater Management Program is also administered by the Planning Department. The purpose of the Stormwater Management Program is to lessen or avoid hazards to people and property caused by uncontrolled stormwater runoff or by obstructions to drainage. Any person, corporation, business or government entity within the City should apply to the Planning Department for approval of a stormwater management plan and obtain a permit before commencing any development activity. Please click the link below to view the current Stormwater Management Plan. Please contact James Sisk by email or phone at 573-686-8615 with any questions.
Stormwater Management Plan
Find applications for the various activities handled by the planning and inspection department.
In the provision of the above services the Planning Department provides staff support to the following City Boards and Commissions:
Building Permits and Inspections
Building permits are required for any construction, alteration, repair or demolition. Before any activity can begin within the City of Poplar Bluff, an application must be filled out so the Building Inspector can review the proposed project before a permit is issued. The cost of the permit varies depending upon the nature of the project. Tony Chilton, Building Inspector, may be contacted at 573-686-8614.
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Stormwater Management Program
The Stormwater Management Program is also administered by the Planning Department. The purpose of the Stormwater Management Program is to lessen or avoid hazards to people and property caused by uncontrolled stormwater runoff or by obstructions to drainage. Any person, corporation, business or government entity within the City should apply to the Planning Department for approval of a stormwater management plan and obtain a permit before commencing any development activity. Please click the link below to view the current Stormwater Management Plan. Please contact James Sisk by email or phone at 573-686-8615 with any questions. Stormwater Management Plan
Comprehensive General Permit for Phase II MS4's Summary
Draft MO-R04C000
Planning Department Applications
Find applications for the various activities handled by the planning and inspection department.
Staff Support
In the provision of the above services the Planning Department provides staff support to the following City Boards and Commissions:- Board of Adjustment
- Building Standards Board
- Historical Preservation Commission
- Planning and Zoning Commission