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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Beulah
Building permits required for all new construction, excavation, and demolition.
Storage structures under 144 square feet may be exempt (verify with city)
- Exempt Storage structures under 144 square feet may be exempt (verify with city)
Note: Conex storage containers are classified as temporary structures and must be re-permitted annually if kept longer than one year. Verify all exemptions with city.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan
- Project details
- Building code
- North Dakota State Building Code
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Apply online through the Citizen Building Permit Portal or submit in person at City Hall.
- 02 Include site plan and project details with application.
- 03 Reference permit number when making online payments.
- 04 City staff processes application and conducts plan review.
- 05 Building inspections conducted before occupancy.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Citizen Building Permit Portal (online)
- 701-873-4637 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Typical sequence: Building inspections available through the permitting system.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Beulah permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Beulah, ND? ▸
Building permits required for all new construction, excavation, and demolition.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Beulah, ND? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Beulah, ND, follow these steps: 1. Apply online through the Citizen Building Permit Portal or submit in person at City Hall. 2. Include site plan and project details with application. 3. Reference permit number when making online payments. 4. City staff processes application and conducts plan review. 5. Building inspections conducted before occupancy.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Beulah, ND? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Beulah, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Storage structures under 144 square feet may be exempt (verify with city). Note: Conex storage containers are classified as temporary structures and must be re-permitted annually if kept longer than one year. Verify all exemptions with city. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Beulah, ND? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Beulah, ND via: Citizen Building Permit Portal, 701-873-4637.
last verified April 2026
source City of Beulah Planning & Zoning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Beulah Planning & Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.