Durant, IA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Durant building inspector / Zoning, Ordinances & Permits

Street address

402 6th Street, PO Box 818, Durant, IA 52747-0818

Phone

City Hall 563-785-4451; Building Inspector Terry Goerdt 319-330-9806

goerdtservices@outlook.com

Coverage

City of Durant permit and inspection authority for work within Durant city limits in Scott County.

Online portal

Durant website forms page

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Durant

Durant requires permits for new construction, additions, remodels, fences, signs, swimming pools, demolition/excavation, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/mechanical work

Scope of work

Permit?

No concise public exemption list was located on the Durant pages reviewed

Exempt

Exempt No concise public exemption list was located on the Durant pages reviewed

Required documents

Accurate scaled plans, north arrow, adjacent streets/alleys, easements, existing and proposed structures, and setback dimensions

Building code: Public permit materials reference International Building Code ordinances, National Electrical Code, Code of Iowa, and city ordinances; current edition summary not clearly posted
Permit validity: One year from date of issuance
Owner-builder: Permit holder, whether owner or contractor, must request inspections and provide access
Contractor requirements: General contractors, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians must be State of Iowa licensed and provide license numbers

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Minimum 48 hours for permit approval

01

Contact the building inspector for project questions and permit routing.
02

Submit the correct Durant permit form with site plan, easements, distances, and project details.
03

Allow at least 48 hours for approval before starting work.
04

Pay for and pick up the approved permit before construction starts.
05

Request each required inspection; obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy where applicable.

Typical processing time: Minimum 48 hours for permit approval

Source: City of Durant building inspector / Zoning, Ordinances & Permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Durant building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Not clearly legible in machine-readable public materials reviewed

Plan check fee

Not clearly posted

Permit fee formula

Permit applications indicate city-calculated fees, but the public PDF text extraction did not clearly expose the full fee table

Reinspection fee

Work without approved permit is subject to an added fee equal to half the original permit fee

Permit must be paid for before project start; public materials did not identify online payment

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

319-330-9806 (phone)

Inspection hours: Not clearly posted

Typical sequence: Staking, footing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, compaction, right-of-way repair, and final inspections as applicable

Covered work may need to be uncovered if inspection was not called before concealment

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Durant permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Durant, IA? ▸

Durant requires permits for new construction, additions, remodels, fences, signs, swimming pools, demolition/excavation, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/mechanical work

02 How much does a building permit cost in Durant, IA? ▸

Building permit fees in Durant, IA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not clearly legible in machine-readable public materials reviewed. Fees are calculated as: Permit applications indicate city-calculated fees, but the public PDF text extraction did not clearly expose the full fee table. Plan check fee: Not clearly posted.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Durant, IA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Durant, IA, follow these steps: 1. Contact the building inspector for project questions and permit routing. 2. Submit the correct Durant permit form with site plan, easements, distances, and project details. 3. Allow at least 48 hours for approval before starting work. 4. Pay for and pick up the approved permit before construction starts. 5. Request each required inspection; obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy where applicable.

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

Building permit processing times in Durant, IA typically run Minimum 48 hours for permit approval. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Durant, IA? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Durant, IA. The following work is generally exempt: No concise public exemption list was located on the Durant pages reviewed. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Durant, IA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Durant, IA via: 319-330-9806.

last verified April 2026 source City of Durant building inspector / Zoning, Ordinances & Permits ↗ entry id permits/iowa/scott/durant

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Durant building inspector / Zoning, Ordinances & Permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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