City Building Permits

4) Donnellson, IA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in 4) Donnellson, Iowa. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Iowa Lee County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Donnellson.

Department
Building Permits and Inspections Department
Address
802 Pershing Ave., Donnellson, IA 52625
Phone
319-835-5714
Website
https://donnellsoniowa.org/building-permits-and-inspections

Online Permit Portal

Open Portal

Platform: N/A • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download or request the building permit form.
  2. Prepare the plot diagram and project description.
  3. Submit the application with the fee to City Hall.
  4. Building official / council review occurs under Chapter 155.
  5. If approved, the permit is issued.
  6. Certificate of occupancy is issued when the work is complete and approved.

Typical processing time: Not published. Thin data.

Source: Building Permits and Inspections Department

General Requirements

No building or other structure may be erected or altered without a permit. The permit form also says permits are required for new homes, additions, patios, decks, porches, garages, accessory buildings, or any work changing outside dimensions of an existing building.

Required Documents

  • Plot diagram showing lot lines, exact location, dimensions of all existing and proposed structures, plus application details.
Building code
The permit form states it is issued pursuant to Chapter 155 Building and Land Use Regulations of the City Code of Donnellson.
Owner-builder
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Contractor requirements
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Fees

Minimum permit fee
$25.00
Plan check fee
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Reinspection fee
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Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • The permit form states a permit is not required for interior remodeling, roofing, window replacement, or siding a building.
  • The permit form states the construction of a fence does not require a building permit, but the fence still must comply with chapter standards.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Typical inspection sequence: Permit application, council/building official approval, construction, certificate of occupancy.

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Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Permits and Inspections Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

4) Donnellson Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA?
No building or other structure may be erected or altered without a permit. The permit form also says permits are required for new homes, additions, patios, decks, porches, garages, accessory buildings, or any work changing outside dimensions of an existing building.
How much does a building permit cost in 4) Donnellson, IA?
The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Plan check fee: Not published. Thin data..
How do I apply for a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA?
1. Download or request the building permit form. 2. Prepare the plot diagram and project description. 3. Submit the application with the fee to City Hall. 4. Building official / council review occurs under Chapter 155. 5. If approved, the permit is issued. 6. Certificate of occupancy is issued when the work is complete and approved.
How long does it take to get a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA?
Typical processing time is Not published. Thin data..
What work is exempt from building permits in 4) Donnellson, IA?
The following work is generally exempt: The permit form states a permit is not required for interior remodeling, roofing, window replacement, or siding a building.; The permit form states the construction of a fence does not require a building permit, but the fence still must comply with chapter standards..
How do I schedule a building inspection in 4) Donnellson, IA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Not published. Thin data..

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