City of Sentinel Butte

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, and major renovations within the City of Sentinel Butte.

• Exempt Agricultural buildings (subject to North Dakota State Building Code exemptions)
• Exempt Minor renovations not significantly altering property footprint or use
• Exempt Temporary structures
• Exempt Structures specifically exempted by local ordinance

Note: Verify all exemptions with City of Sentinel Butte before proceeding. Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning requirements.

Building code

Likely North Dakota State Building Code (verify with city); compliance with local city ordinances required.

1. 01
   Contact City of Sentinel Butte at (701) 872-3964 or mayorsbutte@yahoo.com to request building permit application.
2. 02
   Complete application with project details and construction plans.
3. 03
   Submit application and required documents to city.
4. 04
   City staff review against North Dakota State Building Code and local ordinances.
5. 05
   For significant projects, City Council review (meets 2nd Monday of month).
6. 06
   Approval and inspection scheduling.
7. 07
   Schedule required inspections at project milestones.
8. 08
   Complete inspections and obtain final approval before occupancy.

Typical processing time: Contact city for specific timeline; may be affected by monthly City Council meeting schedule

Inspection hours

Contact city for office hours and availability

Typical sequence: Typical North Dakota sequence expected: foundation/site preparation, framing, MEP rough-ins (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), and final inspection. Contact city for specific scheduling.