County Building Permits
Valley County, ID - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Valley County, Idaho. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All unincorporated areas of Valley County, excluding areas within City of Cascade, City of McCall, City of Donnelly, and McCall Impact Area.
- Department
- Valley County Building Department
- Address
- 219 North Main Street, Cascade, ID 83611
- Phone
- 208-382-7114
Online Permit Portal
Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Contact Valley County Building Department to obtain permit application forms and requirements.
- Prepare plans stamped by a registered architect or engineer in Idaho.
- Submit plans in person or by mail to the Valley County Building Department in Cascade.
- 24-hour notice required for all inspection requests.
- Building Department reviews plans for code compliance.
- Pay applicable permit and plan review fees.
- Obtain permit and proceed with construction.
Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact department for current timeline.
General Requirements
A building permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure. Any structure over 3 feet tall requires a permit.
Required Documents
- Building permit application
- Plans stamped by registered architect or engineer in Idaho
- Structural calculations stamped by registered engineer in Idaho
- Site plan showing property layout
- Proof of property ownership
- Building code
- 2018 International Building Code (IBC) with Idaho amendments, 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors engaged in projects valued at $2,000 or more must be registered with the State of Idaho.
Fees
- Payment note
- Contact Building Department for current fee schedule.
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Valley County Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- 208-382-7114 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24-hour notice required for all inspection requests.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2018 International Building Code (IBC) with Idaho amendments, 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
- Verify contractor license: Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
- Valley County Code - Section 7-2-11
- DOPL Building Fees Calculator
- Idaho DEQ Stormwater Permits
- License lookup guide: Idaho Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Idaho Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Idaho hub: Idaho Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Valley County Building Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valley County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Valley County, ID?
- A building permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure. Any structure over 3 feet tall requires a permit.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Valley County, ID?
- 1. Contact Valley County Building Department to obtain permit application forms and requirements. 2. Prepare plans stamped by a registered architect or engineer in Idaho. 3. Submit plans in person or by mail to the Valley County Building Department in Cascade. 4. 24-hour notice required for all inspection requests. 5. Building Department reviews plans for code compliance. 6. Pay applicable permit and plan review fees. 7. Obtain permit and proceed with construction.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Valley County, ID?
- Typical processing time is Processing time varies; contact department for current timeline..
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Valley County, ID?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: 208-382-7114. 24-hour notice required for all inspection requests..
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