Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department

Mission: The Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) is to serve the citizens of Sedgwick County by ensuring compliance with all adopted Sedgwick County and City of Wichita codes by providing effective public contact and education, building cooperative partnerships throughout our community and enforcing the law in an equitable and impartial manner to protect the health, safety and welfare of all property owners, residents, tenants, businesses and visitors.

MABCD Permitting & Licensing Office open for appointments.

MABCD is accepting appointments for in-person customer transactions for permits and licensing. Appointments can be made at https://mabcd.timetap.com/#/. All services are available online, and customers are encouraged to utilize virtual options to the maximum extent possible.

For assistance or questions with permitting, call 316-660-1840.

MABCD PORTAL - To obtain new permits, schedule inspections, or pay fees through the MABCD Portal - https://mabcdportal.sedgwickcounty.org.

MABCD PORTAL - City of Wichita Neighborhood Inspection office. No Walk-in traffic. Use the portal - https://mabcdportal.sedgwickcounty.org Nuisance reporting then Customer Service to report issues or call 316-660-9220

MABCD Plan Review examiners - Plans Examiners Contact Info

MABCD's Administration Email - MABCD@sedgwick.gov. - (for inquiries regarding permits, licensing, insurance.).

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The City of Wichita Fire Department advises that beginning March 1, 2026, fees increase for City of Wichita Fire Sprinkler Installation Permits and City of Wichita Fire Alarm Installation Permits.

If you've been affected by severe weather and need roof repairs, don't forget to verify that your roofer is registered with the State of Kansas and licensed with MABCD (316-660-1840)

MABCD Strategic Goals

The MABCD strategic goals are in alignment with the Sedgwick County strategic priorities.

Ensure all community buildings and homes are soundly constructed according to national code standards to provide safety and health for occupants.
Accomplish Sedgwick County priority 1 – Ensuring highest priority use of resources is dedicated to creating safe and secure communities.
Accomplish Sedgwick County priority 4 – Providing quality public services to the community while being good stewards of revenue and funds.