City of Lignite

New construction, additions, structural alterations. Confirm specifics with City Hall.

• Exempt Agricultural exemption: ND State Building Code and county zoning ordinance both exempt normal agricultural uses and structures. Confirm any local city exemptions with City Hall.

Note: Confirm all exemptions and permit requirements directly with City Hall before proceeding.

Building code

If Lignite elects to enforce a building code, it must use the ND State Building Code (2024 IBC/IRC/IMC/IFGC/IECC/IEBC with ND amendments, effective January 1, 2026). Confirm current enforcement posture with City Hall.

Owner-builder

North Dakota does not require an owner-contractor license for owner-occupied residential work.

Contractor requirements

Hired contractors must hold an ND contractor license for work over $4,000 (NDCC §43-07). Licensed electricians required under the ND State Electrical Board; licensed plumbers under the ND State Plumbing Board.

Source: City of Lignite — City Hall ↗

1. 01
   Contact Lignite City Hall at (701) 933-2850 or wrick@lignite-nd.com to confirm permit requirements for the project type.
2. 02
   Request the building permit application form from City Hall.
3. 03
   Complete and submit the application with required site plan and project description.
4. 04
   Pay applicable fee and receive permit before starting work.
5. 05
   Contact City Hall or City Maintenance to schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Contact City Hall for processing timeline; small staff may have limited availability.

Source: City of Lignite — City Hall ↗

• (701) 933-2850 (phone)
• wrick@lignite-nd.com (email)

Typical sequence: Confirm with City Hall whether inspections are performed by city staff or a contracted third party.

Source: City of Lignite — City Hall ↗