CITY OF GRAIN VALLEY, MISSOURI 2018-2019 OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE APPLICATION [ ] Cash [ ] Money Order [ ] Check #
Payment Type [ ] Credit Card-Please call for payment at: _________________________
Please complete all applicable fields, read all conditions, sign and date, then return to: Office of the City Clerk 711 Main Street, Grain Valley, MO 64029 816-847-6211
Application Fee is $25.00 Applications are due by July 1 of each year and the issued license expires on June 30th of the following year. APPLICATION FEE IS NOT PRORATED & IS DUE UPON SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION (A 5% late fee is applied July 16th and each subsequent month after up to 25% of application fee) st
SECTION ONE: General Information Date: NAICS Code: MO Sales Tax ID Number:
Renewal: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Transfer or Extension: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Federal Tax ID Number:
(Required if your business includes Retail Sales)
SECTION TWO: Business Information Business Name: Telephone Number: Contact Email: Business Location Address: Business Mailing Address (if different): Nature/Type of Business: Total # of Employees: # of Local Employees:
Contact Name: Fax Number:
Business Location Size (Sq. Ft.):
SECTION THREE: Owner/Operator Information Owner/Operator Name: Address: (Street or P.O. Box)
Telephone #: Email Address:
(City)
Mobile #:
(State)
(Zip Code)
Fax #:
Owner/Operator Name: Address: (Street or P.O. Box)
Telephone #: Email Address:
(City)
Mobile #:
(State)
(Zip Code)
Fax #:
SECTION FOUR: Insurance Information Proof of General Liability Insurance Attached: [ ] Yes No [ ] Explain: *Only applies to businesses required to have valid Master Trade Certified Contractors per City Code 500.075 Proof of Worker’s Compensation Insurance Attached: [ ] Yes No [ ] Explain: *Only applies to businesses with five (5) or more employees & businesses required to have valid Master Trade Certified contractors per RSMo §287.030(3) & City Code 500.075
SECTION FIVE: Contractor Information Please complete the information AND attach proof of certification to application: *Only applies to businesses required to have valid Master Trade Certified Contractors per City Code 500 MASTER TRADE CERTIFIED FIELD: [ ] ELECTRICAL [ ] MECHANICAL [ ] PLUMBING Certification #: Certification Expiration Date: Certification Attached: [ ] Yes No [ ] Explain: SECTION SIX: Rental Property/Landlord Information (Grain Valley Properties Only) Rental Property Address
Type of Dwelling
# of Rental Units for Address
Contact Name/Phone For Property
SECTION SEVEN: Solid Waste Collection/Disposal (per City Code Chapter 235) Nature of Waste Business (check all that apply): [ ] Collection [ ] Transporting [ ] Processing/Disposing Classification of Waste(s) Collected (Rubbish, Hazardous, Pathological Waste, etc.): ________________________ Number of Vehicles Operated: __________________________________________________________________ Location of Processing/Disposal Facility Utilized: ___________________________________________________ Days of Collection in the City Limits: _____________________________________________________________ SECTION EIGHT: Verification The undersigned understands & agrees that occupational license must be renewed by July 1 st of each year. The undersigned agrees to make all corrections required by the City prior to opening for business each year. Undersigned also agrees to maintain the property in accordance with all applicable laws & ordinances of the City, County & State. If a Master Certified Trade Contractor, the undersigned agrees to maintain certification in accordance with all applicable laws & ordinances of the City, County & State. Per Section 605.180 of the Grain Valley Municipal Code, false statements on this application will result in a fine and revocation of said license by the Board of Aldermen of the City of Grain Valley. _____________________________________ Printed Name of Business Owner/Operator
Signature of Business Owner/Operator Date:___________________________
FOR CITY USE ONLY [ ] APPROVED [ ] DENIED [ ] NOT APPLICABLE [ ] APPROVED [ ] DENIED [ ] NOT APPLICABLE
Planning Official
Date
Building Official
Application Fee: [ ] Yes [ ] No Late Fee: [ ] Yes: [ ] No Amount:
VERIFIED
License #
City Clerk or Designee
Date
Date Office of the City Clerk 711 Main Street Grain Valley, MO 64029 Phone: 816.847.6211 Fax: 816.847.6202 www.cityofgrainvalley.org
25 Most Common International Fire Code (IFC) Violations for Businesses Dear Business Owner, In an effort to better serve you and help you to prevent fire hazards in your business, the following information is provided to you on behalf of the Central Jackson County Fire Protection District. The ooMost of the 25 Common International Fire Code (IFC 2012) Violations can assist you in eliminating potential fire hazards in your business and staying in compliance with the fire code. Should you Should you have any questions concerning this information, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely, Central Jackson County Fire Protection District Fire Prevention Division (816)-229-2522
1) Addressing. Numbers shall be provided for all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall be a minimum of 6” high, with a contrasting background. (IFC 2006 505.1) 2) Combustibles too Close to the Ceiling. In buildings with sprinklers, combustibles are to be at least 18” from the ceiling. In buildings without sprinklers, the minimum distance to the ceiling is 24”. Also, do not store combustibles under unprotected stairways. (IFC 315.3.1) 3) Combustibles too Close to Heat Producing Devices. Keep combustibles a minimum of 30” from a propane or natural gas appliance and 18” from an electrical appliance. Keep combustibles at least six inches from baseboard heaters. Appliances include furnaces and water heaters, and portable heaters. (IFC 305.1) 4) Cooking Hood and Duct Cleaning. Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts, and other appurtenances shall be cleaned at intervals necessary to prevent the accumulation of grease. Cleanings shall be recorded, and records shall state the extent, time, and date of cleaning. Records shall be kept on the premises. (IFC
609)
5) Cooking Hood and Duct Extinguishing System. Dry chemical extinguishing systems shall be inspected and tested for proper operation at 6 month intervals. Clean agent systems shall be inspected and tested at 12 month intervals. (IFC 904) 6) Egress Means. Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or exit enclosures. (IFC 315.3.2) 7) Electrical Panels. A working space of not less than 30” in width, 36” in depth, and 78” in height shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment. The working space shall not be less than the width of the panel. Cover holes in electrical panels with blank plastic covers. Do not place tape over circuit breakers (IFC 605.3). Electrical rooms shall be identified. (IFC 605.3.1) 8) Emergency Lights. The bulb or bulbs must be lit when the test button is pushed. If the light(s) do not work, the battery may need to be replaced. (IFC 1024.2.6.1) 9) Exit Signs. All bulbs in exit signs need to function. Many exit signs are equipped with a battery back-up in case of loss of power. Push the test button on the side or bottom of the exit sign to check if the battery and D/C lights are operating. If not, it is probably the battery that needs replacing and not the bulbs. (IFC
1011.5)
10) Extension Cords. Extension cords are for temporary use only and are not to be used in lieu of permanent wiring. They may be used for up to 90 days or unplugged when not in use. Extension cords cannot pass through doorways, walls, floors, or ceilings, nor under floor coverings unless protected in conduit. Extension cords shall be used only with portable appliances and grounded. Extension cords shall show no signs of damage and not be plugged into each other. (IFC 605) 11) Extinguishers. Service must be performed annually by a licensed fire extinguisher contractor. Most businesses need a minimum 2A size/type extinguisher for every 3,000 square feet. Occupants need to be within 75 feet of an extinguisher. Extinguishers need to be mounted three to five feet off of the floor in a highly visible and accessible location. (IFC 906) 12) Fire Alarm Systems. A local (unmonitored) system needs to be serviced quarterly. A monitored system needs to be serviced annually. (IFC 907-8.5 and Chapter 10 of NFPA 72) 13) Fire-rated Doors. These self-closing doors shall not be blocked open, obstructed, nor made inoperable. (IFC
703.2)
14) Fire Sprinkler Systems. These systems need annual servicing. A maintenance tag is required to be placed on the sprinkler system. Keep a clear access to the riser and do not store items within three feet of riser system. A sprinkler head cabinet needs to be mounted next to the riser, containing a sprinkler head wrench and a minimum of six spare sprinkler heads. (IFC 901, NFPA 25.5.4.1) 15) Key Box. If there is a key box (also known as a Knox Box) for your business, provide a working key.
(IFC 506.1)
16) Obstructed Exits. Exit aisles for the public shall not be less than 36” in width. (IFC 1017.2 and 1028) 17) Open Junction Boxes. Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes. (IFC 605.6) 18) Piggy-backed Surge Protectors. Surge protectors (power taps) shall not be plugged into each. They shall be equipped with over-current protection and must be plugged into an outlet. (IFC 605.4 and 605.4.2) 19) Pressurized Cylinders. Cylinders or tanks, whether empty or full, need to be chained/secured in such a way so they cannot tip over. (IFC 5303.5.3) 20) Signage. On doors to sprinkler riser room or to the fire alarm panel, place “Riser Room” or “FACP” (Fire Alarm Control Panel) sign on door, using a minimum of two inch red letters. (IFC 509.1) 21) Sprinkler Heads. There needs to be a minimum of 18” clearance around sprinkler heads. (IFC 315.3.1) 22) Storage in Equipment/Electrical Rooms. Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, elevator rooms, or electrical equipment rooms. (IFC 315.3.3) 23) Thumb-Turn Deadbolts. This type of deadbolt is against the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for exit doors in public places. Exit doors are to remain unlocked during business hours. (IFC 1008.1.9.3) 24) Unprotected Ceilings. Keep ceiling tiles in place or replace when damaged. Fire spreads rapidly through holes or openings in ceilings. Ceiling tiles are a part of your fire resistance-rated ceiling. Seal all holes in ceilings and walls and keep attic-access lids in place. (IFC 703.1) 25) Waste Accumulation. Combustible waste material, creating a fire hazard, shall not be allowed to accumulate in buildings or structures or upon premises. (IFC 304.1)
Don't let your dreams go up in smoke - practice fire safety. About the International Fire Code (IFC) Central Jackson County follows the International Fire Code 2012 which has been adopted by ordinance by the municipalities that we serve. Information about the IFC can be found on their website at www.iccsafe.org Specifics to teh fire code and ordinances can be found on the city websites.
