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2015-2016 Odessa City Guide
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City
Codes cheat sheet
New construction
Verify zoning for all structures
All contractors and sub-contractors are required to have an
Odessa business license
All electricians, plumbers or HVAC professionals are required to
obtain a craftsman license, a valid master, journeyman or trade
license from Kansas City or Independence or a Block and
Associates test certificate with a minimum score of 75. Owner-
occupants
of a single family residence may obtain all categories without this
license
City requires a site plan developed by a surveyor
Commercial constructure requires sealed stamped plans
Residential construction requires plans from a design professional
Permits are required for all structures over 120 feet
Permits are valid for 180 days
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Accessory structures
All pools holding more than 24 inches of water require a permit
All accessory structures over 120 square feet need a permit and a
site plan (does not need to be stamped)
Call for building setbacks
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Grass and lawns
Grass and weeds should not be more than 10 inches high
Tree limbs overhanging streets and driveways should be trimmed
so they do not pose a threat to drivers or neighboring properties
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Brush piles
Brush piles must be removed in a timely manner
Burning brush piles is allowed with approval of the Odessa Fire
Department
Tree limbs may be taken to the Odessa reservoir. This service is
available only for Odessa residents.
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Trash containers
Containers should be stored at the side or rear of the residence and
not put out at the curb more than 24 hours prior to collection
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Vehicles
Vehicles should be parked on hard surfaces such as concrete and
asphalt, not grass.
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Garage sales
Garage sale signs should not be larger than a square with two-foot
sides.
Signs cannot be placed in the right-of-way or on any city pole
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Animals
All dogs are required to have a city (tag) license.
A current rabies certificate is required to purchase a tag.
Fees are $3.50 per tag.
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The city of Odessa has many codes, enforced by police and codes
enforcement officer SybilleWilson. City staff provided the following
list of answers to common questions from residents.