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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Moore
A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Moore.
Note: Building permit validity: 120 days to begin construction (per Mackay regulations; Moore's rules may differ). Applicants should confirm with City of Moore.
- Building Permit Application form
- Two (2) copies of construction documents
- Plot plan showing property boundaries and proposed building location
- Architectural plans and specifications appropriate to project scope
- Engineering calculations (structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing as applicable)
- Building code
- Idaho Building Code (2018 IBC/IRC with Idaho amendments).
- Contractor requirements
- Idaho Contractors Registration Act: Contractors charging $2,000+ for work improving property must register with DOPL. Registration number must be displayed at job site, on building permits, and in contracts within 60 days. Minimum liability insurance $300,000; workers' compensation insurance required if employing others. Penalties for non-compliance: up to $1,000 fine or 6 months county jail.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact Moore City Hall or Butte County Planning & Zoning Department to confirm correct application procedures.
- 02 Obtain Building Permit Application form from city or county.
- 03 Prepare required construction documents (two copies).
- 04 Submit application via Accela online portal or in person.
- 05 City or county staff performs plan review for code compliance.
- 06 Upon approval and fee payment, permit is issued.
- 07 Schedule and conduct required inspections.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Contact Moore City Hall or Butte County Planning & Zoning Department (phone)
- Accela portal (online)
Typical sequence: Standard building code inspections: foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and final inspection.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Moore permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Moore, ID? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Moore, ID? ▸
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Moore, ID? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Moore (exact structure unclear; likely county-administered or contracted services) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.