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City of St. Maries

How to apply for a building permit in City of St. Maries, Idaho. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of St. Maries Building Department

Street address
602 College Avenue, St. Maries, ID 83861
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of St. Maries, the county seat of Benewah County.
§ 02

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.

Required documents
  • 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.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Processing time varies; contact Building Permit Coordinator for specifics.

  1. 01
    Contact Building Permit Coordinator K. Wise to discuss project requirements before submittal.
  2. 02
    Prepare completed building permit application with all supporting construction drawings.
  3. 03
    Submit application materials in person at 602 College Avenue, St. Maries, ID 83861, or via email to kwise@cityofstmaries.org.
  4. 04
    City Building Official and plan check professionals review construction drawings for code compliance.
  5. 05
    Pay permit fees upon approval and prior to permit issuance.
  6. 06
    Approved plans must be on-site during construction.
  7. 07
    Schedule required inspections at major construction milestones.
  8. 08
    Complete final inspection and receive approval upon satisfactory completion of work.

Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact Building Permit Coordinator for specifics.

Source: City of St. Maries Building Department ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 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.

Source: City of St. Maries Building Department ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about St. Maries permits

01 Do I need a building permit in St. Maries, ID?
A building permit is required for all construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, and demolition of structures within the City of St. Maries.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in St. Maries, ID?
To apply for a building permit in St. Maries, ID, follow these steps: 1. Contact Building Permit Coordinator K. Wise to discuss project requirements before submittal. 2. Prepare completed building permit application with all supporting construction drawings. 3. Submit application materials in person at 602 College Avenue, St. Maries, ID 83861, or via email to kwise@cityofstmaries.org. 4. City Building Official and plan check professionals review construction drawings for code compliance. 5. Pay permit fees upon approval and prior to permit issuance. 6. Approved plans must be on-site during construction. 7. Schedule required inspections at major construction milestones. 8. Complete final inspection and receive approval upon satisfactory completion of work.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in St. Maries, ID?
Building permit processing times in St. Maries, ID typically run Processing time varies; contact Building Permit Coordinator for specifics.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in St. Maries, ID?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in St. Maries, ID via: 208-245-2577.
last verified April 2026 source City of St. Maries Building Department ↗ entry id permits/idaho/benewah/st-maries

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.

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