Unincorporated Griggs County

A building permit is required for new construction in unincorporated areas, additions and structural modifications, outbuildings on permanent foundations, demolitions, and any work subject to North Dakota State Building Code (if adopted by county).

• Exempt County may allow agricultural exemptions or variations common in rural North Dakota
• Exempt Septic system installation requires North Dakota DEQ oversight (as of August 1, 2025); local public health permits still required from county health departments
• Exempt Well permits subject to state water regulations

Note: Verify specific exemptions and code adoption with County Commission before proceeding.

Building code

Adoption of North Dakota State Building Code varies by county. Verification of specific code adoption required from County Commission. County authority under North Dakota Century Code Section 11-33 permits regulation of property for health, safety, and public welfare.

1. 01
   Contact Griggs County Planning and Zoning or County Commission office
2. 02
   Complete county building permit application
3. 03
   Submit with site plans and project specifications
4. 04
   County reviews and approves permit
5. 05
   Inspections conducted during construction as required

Source: Griggs County Commission / County Planning and Zoning Department ↗

Typical sequence: Inspection procedures and requirements should be confirmed with Griggs County. Some rural counties contract with third-party inspection services or share resources with nearby jurisdictions.