City Building Permits

Wales, ND - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

North Dakota Cavalier County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Wales (population ~10–20).

Department
City of Wales

Application Process

  1. Contact Cavalier County Recorder at (701) 256-2136 for current city clerk contact information.
  2. Confirm with city whether a building permit is required.
  3. Septic systems: Cavalier County Health District / LRDHU permit required.
  4. Electrical: ND State Electrical Board.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact city clerk via county.

General Requirements

Wales is a very small municipality. Absence of a formal city permit process does not eliminate state-level licensing and inspection requirements.

Contractor requirements
State licensing requirements apply (electrical, plumbing, contractor).

Fees

Payment note
Not available. Contact Cavalier County Recorder at (701) 256-2136.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Wales to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Cavalier County Recorder (phone)
  • ND State Electrical Board (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: No in-house inspection program. Septic: Cavalier County Health District / LRDHU. Electrical: ND State Electrical Board.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Wales Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Wales, ND?
Wales is a very small municipality. Absence of a formal city permit process does not eliminate state-level licensing and inspection requirements.
How do I apply for a building permit in Wales, ND?
1. Contact Cavalier County Recorder at (701) 256-2136 for current city clerk contact information. 2. Confirm with city whether a building permit is required. 3. Septic systems: Cavalier County Health District / LRDHU permit required. 4. Electrical: ND State Electrical Board.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Wales, ND?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact city clerk via county..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Wales, ND?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Cavalier County Recorder, ND State Electrical Board.

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