La Moure County, ND — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

County Auditor's Office, Planning & Zoning Department

Coverage

All unincorporated properties within La Moure County.

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for La Moure County

Permits required for all structural and mechanical work.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt; contact county for confirmation on specific projects.

Exempt

Exempt Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt; contact county for confirmation on specific projects.

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm with the county before proceeding.

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Site plan showing property boundaries, lot lines, distances, and grades
Architectural drawings and specifications
Estimated permit value
Project location information

Building code: North Dakota State Building Code or local amendments adopted by county
Contractor requirements: Master plumber and electrician licenses required at state level.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Contact La Moure County Auditor's Office or Planning & Zoning Department.
02

Request building permit application form.
03

Prepare detailed plans, site plan, and project specifications.
04

Submit application with estimated project valuation.
05

County reviews for code conformance.
06

Permit issued upon approval.
07

Schedule required inspections before occupancy.

§ 04

Fee schedule

La Moure County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Fees typically based on project valuation.

Contact La Moure County Auditor's Office or Tax Equalization Office for current permit fees.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Typical sequence: Standard North Dakota inspection schedule: footings inspection, foundation inspection, framing inspection, plumbing rough-in, electrical rough-in, mechanical rough-in, final inspection before occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated La Moure County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated La Moure County, ND? ▸

Permits required for all structural and mechanical work.

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated La Moure County, ND? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated La Moure County, ND are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees typically based on project valuation..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated La Moure County, ND? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated La Moure County, ND, follow these steps: 1. Contact La Moure County Auditor's Office or Planning & Zoning Department. 2. Request building permit application form. 3. Prepare detailed plans, site plan, and project specifications. 4. Submit application with estimated project valuation. 5. County reviews for code conformance. 6. Permit issued upon approval. 7. Schedule required inspections before occupancy.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated La Moure County, ND? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated La Moure County, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt; contact county for confirmation on specific projects.. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm with the county before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with County Auditor's Office, Planning & Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated La Moure County