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City of Hazen

How to apply for a building permit in City of Hazen, North Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Code adoption
North Dakota State Building Code
Min. permit fee
$15
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Hazen Building/Zoning Department

Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Hazen.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Hazen

Building permits required for most construction.

Garden sheds and storage structures less than 144 square feet are exempt from permitting
  • Exempt Garden sheds and storage structures less than 144 square feet are exempt from permitting

Note: Verify all exemptions with the City of Hazen Building Department.

Required documents
  • Signed permit application
Building code
North Dakota State Building Code

Source: City of Hazen Building/Zoning Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Submit signed permit application with required fee to the City of Hazen.
  2. 02
    City processes application according to local procedures.
  3. 03
    Building inspections conducted for permitted projects.

Source: City of Hazen Building/Zoning Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Hazen building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$15

Building permit fee: $15 (signed application required).

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Contact City of Hazen (phone)

Typical sequence: Inspections required for permitted projects.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Hazen permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Hazen, ND?
Building permits required for most construction.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hazen, ND?
Building permit fees in Hazen, ND are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $15.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hazen, ND?
To apply for a building permit in Hazen, ND, follow these steps: 1. Submit signed permit application with required fee to the City of Hazen. 2. City processes application according to local procedures. 3. Building inspections conducted for permitted projects.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Hazen, ND?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Hazen, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Garden sheds and storage structures less than 144 square feet are exempt from permitting. Note: Verify all exemptions with the City of Hazen Building Department. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hazen, ND?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hazen, ND via: Contact City of Hazen.
last verified April 2026 source City of Hazen Building/Zoning Department ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/mercer/hazen

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Hazen Building/Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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