City Building Permits

Nome, ND - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

North Dakota Barnes County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

For building permits within Nome city limits. Contact Nome City Hall or Barnes County P&Z to determine applicable permit requirements.

Department
Nome City Hall

Application Process

  1. Contact Nome City Hall for any municipal permit requirements.
  2. For construction in the unincorporated area near Nome, contact Barnes County P&Z (701-845-8188).
  3. For electrical work: contact ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522).
  4. For plumbing work: contact ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).

Typical processing time: Contact city clerk for current turnaround.

General Requirements

No formal published building permit code for Nome identified. ND state requirements for electrical, plumbing, and septic apply.

Building code
No formal building permit code for Nome identified.
Contractor requirements
ND state requirements for electrical and plumbing apply statewide.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not published.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Nome City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522) (phone)
  • ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977) (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: No city inspection program identified. Electrical: ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522). Plumbing: ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Nome City Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Nome Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Nome, ND?
No formal published building permit code for Nome identified. ND state requirements for electrical, plumbing, and septic apply.
How much does a building permit cost in Nome, ND?
Fees are calculated as: Not published..
How do I apply for a building permit in Nome, ND?
1. Contact Nome City Hall for any municipal permit requirements. 2. For construction in the unincorporated area near Nome, contact Barnes County P&Z (701-845-8188). 3. For electrical work: contact ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522). 4. For plumbing work: contact ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).
How long does it take to get a building permit in Nome, ND?
Typical processing time is Contact city clerk for current turnaround..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Nome, ND?
Inspections can be scheduled via: ND State Electrical Board (701-328-9522), ND State Plumbing Board (701-328-9977).

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