4) Donnellson, IA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Permits and Inspections Department

Street address

802 Pershing Ave., Donnellson, IA 52625

Phone

319-835-5714

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Coverage

City of Donnellson.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for 4) Donnellson

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.

Scope of work

Permit?

The permit form states a permit is not required for interior remodeling, roofing, window replacement, or siding a building.

Exempt

The permit form states the construction of a fence does not require a building permit, but the fence still must comply with chapter standards.

Exempt

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

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: Not published. Thin data.
Contractor requirements: Not published. Thin data.

§ 03

Application process

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01

Download or request the building permit form.
02

Prepare the plot diagram and project description.
03

Submit the application with the fee to City Hall.
04

Building official / council review occurs under Chapter 155.
05

If approved, the permit is issued.
06

Certificate of occupancy is issued when the work is complete and approved.

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Source: Building Permits and Inspections Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

4) Donnellson building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Plan check fee

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Reinspection fee

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Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

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

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§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about 4) Donnellson permits

01 Do I need a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

Building permit fees in 4) Donnellson, IA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Plan check fee: Not published. Thin data..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA, follow these steps: 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.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

Building permit processing times in 4) Donnellson, IA typically run Not published. Thin data.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit 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.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in 4) Donnellson, IA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in 4) Donnellson, IA via: Not published. Thin data..

last verified April 2026 source Building Permits and Inspections Department ↗ entry id permits/iowa/lee/4-donnellson

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Permits and Inspections Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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