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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for St. Maries
A building permit is required for all construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, and demolition of structures within the City of St. Maries.
Note: Contact St. Maries Building Department for information on exempt work and zoning compliance requirements.
- Completed building permit application
- Construction drawings with engineering/architectural details
- Site plans
- Evidence of contractor registration (if project value exceeds $2,000)
- Building code
- International Building Code (IBC) 2018, International Existing Building Code (IEBC) 2018, International Residential Code (IRC) 2018, International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2018, and Uniform Building Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings (1997), all with Idaho amendments (Ordinance 2025-784, effective March 24, 2025)
- Permit validity
- Contact Building Department for permit validity period.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must comply with contractor registration requirements if project value exceeds $2,000.
- Contractor requirements
- For projects valued at $2,000 or more, contractors must be registered with Idaho Department of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL). Licensed contractors required for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC trades.
Application process
Typical processing: Processing time varies; contact Building Permit Coordinator for specifics.
- 01 Contact Building Permit Coordinator K. Wise to discuss project requirements before submittal.
- 02 Prepare completed building permit application with all supporting construction drawings.
- 03 Submit application materials in person at 602 College Avenue, St. Maries, ID 83861, or via email to kwise@cityofstmaries.org.
- 04 City Building Official and plan check professionals review construction drawings for code compliance.
- 05 Pay permit fees upon approval and prior to permit issuance.
- 06 Approved plans must be on-site during construction.
- 07 Schedule required inspections at major construction milestones.
- 08 Complete final inspection and receive approval upon satisfactory completion of work.
Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact Building Permit Coordinator for specifics.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 208-245-2577 (phone)
Typical sequence: Required inspections: foundation inspection, framing inspection, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP) inspection, and final inspection. Approved plans must be on-site during all inspections.
Frequently asked
Common questions about St. Maries permits
01 Do I need a building permit in St. Maries, ID? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in St. Maries, ID? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in St. Maries, ID? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in St. Maries, ID? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of St. Maries Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.