City Building Permits

Smelterville, ID - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Smelterville, Idaho. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Idaho Shoshone County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Smelterville proper. Building permits administered through Kellogg Building Department with shared building inspector Keith Teeters. Smelterville is part of the Bunker Hill Superfund site overlay district (one of the nation's largest EPA Superfund sites).

Department
City of Smelterville (Building permits administered through Kellogg Building Department)
Address
Kellogg City Hall, 1007 McKinley Avenue West, Kellogg, ID 83837
Phone
(208) 783-7751

Online Permit Portal

Open Kellogg Building Department (administers permits)

Platform: Accela Citizen Access • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Smelterville City Hall or Kellogg Building Department for building permit requirements.
  2. Prepare plans and specifications according to code requirements.
  3. If project involves ICP (Institutional Controls Program) activities (digging, grading, excavation), obtain ICP permit from Panhandle Health District first.
  4. Submit application to Kellogg Building Department at 1007 McKinley Avenue West.
  5. Building inspector reviews application for code compliance and Superfund site compliance.
  6. Pay required permit fees.
  7. Obtain building permit before starting construction.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity; ICP permits may extend timeline.

General Requirements

Building permits required for construction and structural modifications. Additional permits may be required if project involves ICP (Institutional Controls Program) activities in Superfund site overlay district.

Required Documents

  • Building permit application
  • Plans and specifications
Building code
International Building Code (IBC) 2018 with Idaho amendments
Contractor requirements
Contractors must hold valid Idaho contractor registration for projects costing $2,000 or more in labor and materials.

Fees

Payment note
Contact Kellogg Building Department for current fee schedule. ICP permits are free through Panhandle Health District.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Smelterville (Building permits administered through Kellogg Building Department) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (208) 783-7751 (phone)

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Smelterville (Building permits administered through Kellogg Building Department) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Smelterville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Smelterville, ID?
Building permits required for construction and structural modifications. Additional permits may be required if project involves ICP (Institutional Controls Program) activities in Superfund site overlay district.
How do I apply for a building permit in Smelterville, ID?
1. Contact Smelterville City Hall or Kellogg Building Department for building permit requirements. 2. Prepare plans and specifications according to code requirements. 3. If project involves ICP (Institutional Controls Program) activities (digging, grading, excavation), obtain ICP permit from Panhandle Health District first. 4. Submit application to Kellogg Building Department at 1007 McKinley Avenue West. 5. Building inspector reviews application for code compliance and Superfund site compliance. 6. Pay required permit fees. 7. Obtain building permit before starting construction.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Smelterville, ID?
Typical processing time is Varies by project complexity; ICP permits may extend timeline..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Smelterville, ID?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (208) 783-7751.

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