City of Priest River

Building permit required for most new structures, construction, structural modifications, renovations, and demolition within the City of Priest River.

• Exempt One-story detached accessory structures (tool shed, storage shed) ≤200 sq ft
• Exempt Fences not exceeding 6 feet in height
• Exempt Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet in height
• Exempt Sidewalks and driveways

Note: Exemptions subject to specific square-footage and type limits. Confirm edge cases with Building Department.

Building code

International Building Code (IBC) with City of Priest River amendments; International Residential Code (IRC) with City amendments; Idaho Division of Building Safety electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC codes.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must comply with adopted building codes and state-level permits for electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC.

Source: Building & Zoning Department, Building Planning and Zoning Division ↗

1. 01
   Contact Building & Zoning Department to confirm if permit is needed.
2. 02
   Complete Building Permit Application available on city website or at city offices.
3. 03
   Provide design documentation: plans, site plans, utility connection details, and other required documents.
4. 04
   Submit application in person, by phone coordination, or by mail.
5. 05
   Building Department reviews application for compliance with adopted codes.
6. 06
   Plan review fee due based on total hours devoted to review (charged separately from permit fee).
7. 07
   Upon approval and all fees paid, permit is issued.
8. 08
   New construction subject to impact fees for residential and commercial new builds.
9. 09
   If site not previously served by sewer/water, utility connection fees apply (size-dependent).
10. 10
    Schedule required inspections (foundation, framing, final occupancy, etc.).

Typical processing time: Variable based on project complexity; contact 208-448-2123 for estimated timeline.

Source: Building & Zoning Department, Building Planning and Zoning Division ↗

Building Permit Fee based on project value; Plan Review Fee based on hours of review; Utility Connection Fees (size-dependent, if new sewer/water required); Impact Fees (residential and commercial new construction). Contact 208-448-2123 for current fee schedule.

• Building Official (phone)

Inspection hours

Standard business hours (confirm by phone)

Typical sequence: Building Official and/or designated inspector conduct plan reviews and on-site inspections at various stages (foundation, framing, final, etc.). Final occupancy inspection required before certificate of occupancy issued.

Source: Building & Zoning Department, Building Planning and Zoning Division ↗