City Building Permits
Noonan, ND - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Noonan, North Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Within Noonan city limits. Noonan is located at the intersection of ND Highways 5 and 40, approximately 30 miles east of the Montana border. Current population approximately 100-150.
- Department
- City of Noonan
- Address
- 605 S Main St., PO Box 97, Noonan, ND 58765
- Phone
- 701-925-5687
Online Permit Portal
Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Application Process
- Contact City Hall (Debbie Svenningson, Auditor: 701-925-5687) to determine whether a building permit is required and to obtain the applicable application form.
- Submit completed application with any required plans and payment.
- Small municipalities in ND frequently rely on county forms or have minimal formal permit requirements; confirm the current process directly with the auditor.
Typical processing time: Not published; contact City Hall at 701-925-5687.
General Requirements
Contact City Hall (701-925-5687) for current permit requirements and application process.
- Permit validity
- Not specified; contact City Hall.
- Building code
- ND State Building Code (2024-series codes effective January 1, 2026) if adopted by the city. Confirm adoption status with City Hall (701-925-5687).
- Contractor requirements
- State contractor licensing requirements apply. Electrical: ND State Electrical Board. Plumbing: ND State Plumbing Board.
Fees
- Payment note
- Contact City Hall (701-925-5687) for current permit fees and payment procedures.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City of Noonan to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- 701-925-5687 (Auditor: Debbie Svenningson) (phone)
- City Hall, 605 S Main St., Noonan, ND 58765 (in-person)
Typical inspection sequence: Contact City Hall to schedule inspections. Electrical and plumbing inspections are conducted by state boards.
Additional Resources
- Building code: ND State Building Code (2024-series codes effective January 1, 2026) if adopted by the city. Confirm adoption status with City Hall (701-925-5687).
- Verify contractor license: ND State Electrical Board License Lookup
- ND State Electrical Board
- ND State Plumbing Board
- Upper Missouri District Health Unit (UMDHU)
- License lookup guide: North Dakota Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: North Dakota Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- North Dakota hub: North Dakota Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Noonan before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Noonan Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Noonan, ND?
- Contact City Hall (701-925-5687) for current permit requirements and application process.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Noonan, ND?
- 1. Contact City Hall (Debbie Svenningson, Auditor: 701-925-5687) to determine whether a building permit is required and to obtain the applicable application form. 2. Submit completed application with any required plans and payment. 3. Small municipalities in ND frequently rely on county forms or have minimal formal permit requirements; confirm the current process directly with the auditor.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Noonan, ND?
- Typical processing time is Not published; contact City Hall at 701-925-5687..
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Noonan, ND?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: 701-925-5687 (Auditor: Debbie Svenningson), City Hall, 605 S Main St., Noonan, ND 58765.
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