Slope County, ND — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Slope County Auditor's Office

Street address

206 Main Street, Amidon, ND 58620

Phone

(701) 879-6276

lbuzalsky@nd.gov

Coverage

All unincorporated properties within Slope County.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Slope County

A building permit is required for all structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work in unincorporated Slope County.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with County Auditor before proceeding.

Exempt

Exempt Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with County Auditor before proceeding.

Note: Exemptions vary by project type and scope. Contact the County Auditor's office at (701) 879-6276 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
Property survey or site location documentation
Contractor licensing information

Building code: North Dakota State Building Code (based on International Building Code and International Residential Code)
Permit validity: Contact the County Auditor's office for permit expiration policies.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders may self-perform residential work; provide documentation of ownership.
Contractor requirements: Licensed electrical contractor required for electrical work (ND State Electrical Board). Licensed plumbing contractor required for plumbing work (ND State Plumbing Board). Onsite wastewater system installer license required (ND State Plumbing Board).

Source: Slope County Auditor's Office ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Processing time varies by project complexity. Contact the Auditor's office for specific timelines.

01

Contact the Slope County Auditor's Office at (701) 879-6276 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 property survey or site location documentation.
05

Submit contractor licensing information (owner may be listed as contractor for residential projects).
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Submit application and plans in-person to the County Auditor's office at 206 Main Street, Amidon.
07

Pay applicable permit fee based on project scope and type.
08

Schedule required inspections (foundation, framing, MEP, final).

Typical processing time: Processing time varies by project complexity. Contact the Auditor's office for specific timelines.

Source: Slope County Auditor's Office ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(701) 879-6276 (phone)
Slope County Auditor's Office, 206 Main Street, Amidon (in-person)

Scheduling deadline: Contact the Auditor's office for inspection scheduling details.
Inspection hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (typical government office hours)

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

Source: Slope County Auditor's Office ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Slope County permits

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

A building permit is required for all structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work in unincorporated Slope County.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Slope County, ND? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Slope County, ND, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Slope County Auditor's Office at (701) 879-6276 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 property survey or site location documentation. 5. Submit contractor licensing information (owner may be listed as contractor for residential projects). 6. Submit application and plans in-person to the County Auditor's office at 206 Main Street, Amidon. 7. Pay applicable permit fee based on project scope and type. 8. Schedule required inspections (foundation, framing, MEP, final).

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

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

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Slope County, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt from permitting; verify with County Auditor before proceeding.. Note: Exemptions vary by project type and scope. Contact the County Auditor's office at (701) 879-6276 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 unincorporated Slope County, ND? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Slope County, ND via: (701) 879-6276, Slope County Auditor's Office, 206 Main Street, Amidon. Contact the Auditor's office for inspection scheduling details..

last verified April 2026 source Slope County Auditor's Office ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/slope/unincorporated

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

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