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City of Belfield

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

Code adoption
North Dakota State Building Code
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Belfield

Street address
208 Main Street N, Belfield, ND 58622
Coverage
All properties within the City of Belfield.
Online portal
City of Belfield Website
Custom
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Belfield

A building permit is required for construction within the City of Belfield.

Single-family dwelling exemptions may apply for minor projects.
  • Exempt Single-family dwelling exemptions may apply for minor projects.

Note: Consult City Office for exemptions and special circumstances.

Required documents
  • Completed building permit application
  • Building plans for residential and commercial structures
  • Zoning compliance confirmation
  • Property owner authorization/proof of ownership
  • Licensed contractor documentation for electrical and plumbing work
Building code
North Dakota State Building Code
Contractor requirements
Licensed contractors required for electrical and plumbing work per North Dakota State regulations.

Source: City of Belfield ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact Belfield City Office to obtain application forms and fee schedule.
  2. 02
    Complete building permit application with property and project details.
  3. 03
    Submit application with required documentation to City Office.
  4. 04
    City reviews for zoning and code compliance.
  5. 05
    Inspections conducted as needed during construction.
  6. 06
    Final approval upon completion.

Source: City of Belfield ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (701) 575-4235 (phone)
Inspection hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Source: City of Belfield ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Belfield permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Belfield, ND?
A building permit is required for construction within the City of Belfield.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Belfield, ND?
To apply for a building permit in Belfield, ND, follow these steps: 1. Contact Belfield City Office to obtain application forms and fee schedule. 2. Complete building permit application with property and project details. 3. Submit application with required documentation to City Office. 4. City reviews for zoning and code compliance. 5. Inspections conducted as needed during construction. 6. Final approval upon completion.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Belfield, ND?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Belfield, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Single-family dwelling exemptions may apply for minor projects.. Note: Consult City Office for exemptions and special circumstances. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Belfield, ND?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Belfield, ND via: (701) 575-4235.
last verified April 2026 source City of Belfield ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/stark/belfield

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

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