It shall be unlawful for any person to hereafter erect or cause to be erected within the City of Yates Center any building or structure of any kind or enlarge or add to the outside dimension thereof, or relocate any building or structure already erected or which may hereafter be erected or remodel any building or structure within the City without a building permit being first obtained from the City Clerk.

(Ord. 1105; Code 2021)

The costs for a building permit are as follows:

(a)   $25 for work up to 399 square feet, including all fence projects, flagpole projects, dog pens, and signage; and

(b)   $50 for all work 400 square feet and larger.

(Ord. 1105; Code 2021)

Permits expire if work or construction authorized is not started within 180 days, or if construction or work is suspended for a period of 180 days at any time after the work or construction has begun. If a permit is null and void or expired, a new permit application is required.

(Ord. 1105; Code 2021)

A permit fee shall be paid before a permit is issued and work commences. If no permit is obtained before work begins, the permit fee shall be double its original cost before being issued. Furthermore, based upon City Council decision, judicial relief including the seeking of an injunction and/or restraining order are possible remedies. The offending party shall reimburse the City of Yates Center for costs involved in enforcing the obtaining of a permit and stoppage of work including costs of City employee time and labor, and attorneys’ fees.

(Ord. 1105; Code 2021)