Pick City, ND — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City Office

Phone

(701) 487-3327

pickcity@westriv.com

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Pick City.

Online portal

City of Pick City Website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Pick City

Building permits required and must be obtained before construction begins within the City of Pick City.

Scope of work

Permit?

Fee structure appears to be simplified based on project cost

Exempt

Exempt Fee structure appears to be simplified based on project cost

Required documents

Completed permit application

Building code: City zoning and building codes; North Dakota State Building Code

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Call City of Pick City at (701) 487-3327 or email pickcity@westriv.com
02

Request building permit application
03

Complete application with project details
04

Submit application and permit fee to city office
05

All permits must be obtained and approved before construction begins
06

City processes application and issues permit

Source: City Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Pick City building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$10.00

Permit fee formula

Construction cost $1,500 or less: $10.00; Construction cost over $1,500: $25.00

Contact pickcity@westriv.com or (701) 487-3327 for any clarifications.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

City of Pick City (in-person)

Typical sequence: Inspections arranged through city office. Inspections conducted during and upon completion of construction. Final inspection required before occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Pick City permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Pick City, ND? ▸

Building permits required and must be obtained before construction begins within the City of Pick City.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Pick City, ND? ▸

Building permit fees in Pick City, ND are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $10.00. Fees are calculated as: Construction cost $1,500 or less: $10.00; Construction cost over $1,500: $25.00.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Pick City, ND? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Pick City, ND, follow these steps: 1. Call City of Pick City at (701) 487-3327 or email pickcity@westriv.com 2. Request building permit application 3. Complete application with project details 4. Submit application and permit fee to city office 5. All permits must be obtained and approved before construction begins 6. City processes application and issues permit

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Pick City, ND? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Pick City, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Fee structure appears to be simplified based on project cost. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Pick City, ND? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Pick City, ND via: City of Pick City.

last verified April 2026 source City Office ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/mclean/pick-city

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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