Who needs an inspection?
All existing dwellings that are let, leased, or rented within
the City of Crestwood are required to submit for approval a
Residential Rental Property Re-Occupancy Permit Application.
How much does it cost?
The fees associated with the permit application depend on the
type of rental dwelling. The fees are as follows:
Single Family Residence: $190.00
Apartment: $145.00
The fee is due when the permit application is submitted to the
City. If the rental dwelling fails the initial inspection, a
$75.00 re-inspection fee is required.
The Application Process:
CORRECTION: An online application is not
available for download as was mistakenly written in the informational
brochure that was mailed to residents in August.
The application form can be obtained from the Public Works Department
located on the lower level of the Government Center, 1 Detjen
Drive (Get
Directions). Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
After the permit application is completed, the City will notify
the inspection company of the need for an inspection.
The inspection company will then contact the property owner
to set up a time for the inspection. Inspections are to be scheduled
in specific time periods on specific days. The inspections will
occur on Mondays (1:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.) and on Thursday
(8:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.). If a rental dwelling requires
a "time critical inspection", which is any inspection
outside of these time frames, an additional fee of $50.00 will
be added.
What if there are code deficiencies?
The rental property will not be allowed occupancy until an inspection
without deficiencies has been achieved. At the time of inspection,
the property owner or his or her representative will be given
a copy of the inspection checklist. Any issues that are found
that are not in accordance with the 2003 International Property
Maintenance Code with amendments as adopted by the City of Crestwood,
will be indicated on this checklist. Additional information will
be provided at this time if necessary. The property owner will
then receive a letter from the City outlining the steps required
prior to scheduling a re-inspection. After all items have been
addressed, the property owner will then contact the City to schedule
a re-inspection. Upon successful completion of the inspection,
the City will issue an occupancy permit to the property owner.
Should an applicant disagree with the results of an inspection,
or feel that the code is being interpreted incorrectly or unfairly,
the applicant may appeal to the Public Works Board.
What do the housing inspectors look for?
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