City Building Permits

Mayville, ND - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

North Dakota Traill County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Mayville.

Department
City Auditor's Office
Address
21 1st Street NE, Mayville, ND 58257
Phone
701-788-2166
Website
https://www.mayvilleportland.com/

Application Process

  1. Contact city office or visit 21 1st Street NE.
  2. Obtain building permit form.
  3. Complete application with project details.
  4. For exterior changes, fences, sidewalks, or outbuildings: include detailed site drawing with dimensions and lot line distances.
  5. Mail or submit in person with applicable fee (check payable to City of Mayville).
  6. City auditor's office processes applications.

General Requirements

Permits required for all construction and repairs prior to start of project, including interior repair/remodeling, exterior repair/remodeling, siding replacement, roof re-shingling, outbuildings, fences, sidewalks, and permanent structures.

Required Documents

  • Building permit application
  • Site drawing with dimensions and lot line distances (for exterior work, fences, sidewalks, or outbuildings)
Building code
No mandatory statewide building code; local adoption varies.

Fees

Penalty (no permit)
$200 fine for work without permit.
Payment note
Contact city office for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City Auditor's Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Building inspector conducts inspections as required.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City Auditor's Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mayville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Mayville, ND?
Permits required for all construction and repairs prior to start of project, including interior repair/remodeling, exterior repair/remodeling, siding replacement, roof re-shingling, outbuildings, fences, sidewalks, and permanent structures.
How do I apply for a building permit in Mayville, ND?
1. Contact city office or visit 21 1st Street NE. 2. Obtain building permit form. 3. Complete application with project details. 4. For exterior changes, fences, sidewalks, or outbuildings: include detailed site drawing with dimensions and lot line distances. 5. Mail or submit in person with applicable fee (check payable to City of Mayville). 6. City auditor's office processes applications.

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