What qualifies
Lodging facilities in Butler County are inspected to make sure guests have a safe and sanitary place to stay, under Missouri sanitation standards.
Hotels
Motels
Resort cabins
Bed and breakfasts with 5 or more guest rooms
What gets inspected
The inspection covers the physical systems that affect guest health and safety.
Water supply
Sewage and wastewater treatment
Fire safety
Electrical wiring
Fuel-burning appliances
Plumbing
Swimming pools
Food service, where offered
Frequency
Once a year. All Butler County lodging inspections must be completed by the end of September.
More information
Statewide lodging program requirements are maintained by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and are linked at the source.