Marmarth, ND — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Marmarth

Street address

118 Main Street, Marmarth, ND 58643

Phone

(701) 879-6275

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Marmarth (largest city in Slope County, population 101).

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Marmarth

A building permit is required for all structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work within the City of Marmarth.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with city office before proceeding.

Exempt

Exempt Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with city office before proceeding.

Note: Exemptions vary by project scope. Contact the City of Marmarth or Slope County offices to confirm exemption status before proceeding without a permit.

Required documents

Completed permit application
Building plans drawn to scale
Foundation Plan
Floor Plan
Elevation Plan
Site Plan with specifications
Contractor licensing information (or owner-contractor for residential)

Building code: North Dakota State Building Code (based on International Building Code and International Residential Code)
Permit validity: Contact the city office or Slope County for permit expiration policies.
Owner-builder: Owner-contractors permitted for residential projects; provide documentation of property ownership.
Contractor requirements: Licensed electrical contractor required for electrical installations (ND State Electrical Board). Licensed plumbing contractor required for plumbing work (ND State Plumbing Board). Onsite wastewater system permits required from ND DEQ.

Source: City of Marmarth ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Processing time varies by project complexity. Contact the city office or Slope County for specific timelines.

01

Contact the City of Marmarth or Slope County offices at (701) 879-6275 to discuss your project and obtain application requirements.
02

Prepare building plans drawn to scale showing conformance to North Dakota State Building Code.
03

Include Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevation Plan, and Site Plan with specifications.
04

Provide contractor licensing information (owner-contractor permitted for residential projects).
05

Submit application and all required documents in-person to city/county offices.
06

Pay applicable permit fee based on project type and valuation.
07

Schedule required inspections (foundation/structural, rough-in MEP, final).

Typical processing time: Processing time varies by project complexity. Contact the city office or Slope County for specific timelines.

Source: City of Marmarth ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(701) 879-6275 (phone)
City of Marmarth, 118 Main Street, Marmarth (in-person)

Scheduling deadline: Contact the city office for inspection scheduling details.
Inspection hours: Standard government office hours; contact for specific hours

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: foundation/structural inspection, mechanical/electrical/plumbing rough-in inspection, final inspection upon project completion.

Source: City of Marmarth ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Marmarth permits

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

A building permit is required for all structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work within the City of Marmarth.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in Marmarth, ND? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Marmarth, ND, follow these steps: 1. Contact the City of Marmarth or Slope County offices at (701) 879-6275 to discuss your project and obtain application requirements. 2. Prepare building plans drawn to scale showing conformance to North Dakota State Building Code. 3. Include Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevation Plan, and Site Plan with specifications. 4. Provide contractor licensing information (owner-contractor permitted for residential projects). 5. Submit application and all required documents in-person to city/county offices. 6. Pay applicable permit fee based on project type and valuation. 7. Schedule required inspections (foundation/structural, rough-in MEP, final).

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Marmarth, ND? ▸

Building permit processing times in Marmarth, ND typically run Processing time varies by project complexity. Contact the city office or Slope County for specific timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in Marmarth, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with city office before proceeding.. Note: Exemptions vary by project scope. Contact the City of Marmarth or Slope County offices to confirm exemption status before proceeding without a permit. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Marmarth, ND via: (701) 879-6275, City of Marmarth, 118 Main Street, Marmarth. Contact the city office for inspection scheduling details..

last verified April 2026 source City of Marmarth ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/slope/marmarth

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

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