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City of Kathryn

How to apply for a building permit in City of Kathryn, North Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Kathryn City Code Enforcement

Street address
PO Box 138, Kathryn, ND 58049
Coverage
Kathryn has adopted the ND State Building Code and has a designated code enforcement contact. Contact Dave Majerus for building permit inquiries.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Kathryn

As a jurisdiction in the ND Commerce code enforcement directory, Kathryn has adopted the ND State Building Code (IBC/IRC/IMC/IFGC with ND amendments).

Note: Not specified in available sources. Likely follows ND State Building Code minimums with any local amendments.

Building code
ND State Building Code (IBC/IRC/IMC/IFGC with ND amendments). Specific local amendments not published publicly.
Contractor requirements
Electrical: ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522). Plumbing: ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Contact Dave Majerus for current turnaround.

  1. 01
    Contact Dave Majerus (701-840-2012) for building permit requirements and application process.
  2. 02
    If no formal application form is available locally, reference Barnes County P&Z forms as a guide and confirm process with city.
  3. 03
    For electrical work: contact ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522).
  4. 04
    For plumbing work: contact ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).

Typical processing time: Contact Dave Majerus for current turnaround.

§ 04

Fee schedule

Kathryn building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Not published in available sources. Contact Dave Majerus (701-840-2012) for current fee schedule.
§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Dave Majerus (701-840-2012) (phone)

Typical sequence: Coordinated through city code enforcement contact: Dave Majerus (701-840-2012). Electrical and plumbing inspections through state boards.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Kathryn permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Kathryn, ND?
As a jurisdiction in the ND Commerce code enforcement directory, Kathryn has adopted the ND State Building Code (IBC/IRC/IMC/IFGC with ND amendments).
02 How much does a building permit cost in Kathryn, ND?
Building permit fees in Kathryn, ND are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Not published in available sources. Contact Dave Majerus (701-840-2012) for current fee schedule..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Kathryn, ND?
To apply for a building permit in Kathryn, ND, follow these steps: 1. Contact Dave Majerus (701-840-2012) for building permit requirements and application process. 2. If no formal application form is available locally, reference Barnes County P&Z forms as a guide and confirm process with city. 3. For electrical work: contact ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522). 4. For plumbing work: contact ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Kathryn, ND?
Building permit processing times in Kathryn, ND typically run Contact Dave Majerus for current turnaround.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Kathryn, ND?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Kathryn, ND via: Dave Majerus (701-840-2012).
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Kathryn City Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.