Grafton, ND — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Grafton, Building Official

Street address

City Hall, 5 East 4th Street, P.O. Box 578, Grafton, ND 58237

Phone

(701) 352-1561

nziegelmann@graftonnd.gov

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Grafton.

Online portal

City of Grafton Building Official

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Grafton

Permits required for: remodeling involving removal or construction of walls, reconstruction of 2+ wall surfaces, work exceeding $2,000 in value, replacing existing windows with larger windows or egress windows, re-shingling (except repairs to less than 25% of roof area), re-siding (except repairs to less than 25% of wall area), placement of manufactured (mobile) homes.

Scope of work

Permit?

Repairs to less than 25% of roof area (exempt from re-shingling permit)

Exempt

Repairs to less than 25% of wall area (exempt from re-siding permit)

Exempt

Work under $2,000 generally exempt (verify with Building Official)

Exempt

Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt (verify with office)

Exempt

Exempt Repairs to less than 25% of roof area (exempt from re-shingling permit)
Exempt Repairs to less than 25% of wall area (exempt from re-siding permit)
Exempt Work under $2,000 generally exempt (verify with Building Official)
Exempt Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt (verify with office)

Note: Always verify with Building Official before proceeding with exempt work.

Building code: North Dakota State Building Code (2024 adoption effective January 1, 2026).
Contractor requirements: All electrical and plumbing contractors must be licensed under state law.

Source: City of Grafton, Building Official ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Mail, fax, or visit City Hall in person with application
02

Contact Building Official with questions: (701) 352-1561
03

Building Official reviews application and plans
04

Approval issued if all requirements met
05

Schedule inspections as work progresses

Source: City of Grafton, Building Official ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(701) 352-1561 (phone)

Typical sequence: Building Official conducts required inspections. Contact office for specific inspection requirements and scheduling.

Source: City of Grafton, Building Official ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Grafton permits

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

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

To apply for a building permit in Grafton, ND, follow these steps: 1. Mail, fax, or visit City Hall in person with application 2. Contact Building Official with questions: (701) 352-1561 3. Building Official reviews application and plans 4. Approval issued if all requirements met 5. Schedule inspections as work progresses

03 What work is exempt from building permits in Grafton, ND? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Grafton, ND. The following work is generally exempt: Repairs to less than 25% of roof area (exempt from re-shingling permit); Repairs to less than 25% of wall area (exempt from re-siding permit); Work under $2,000 generally exempt (verify with Building Official); Minor cosmetic improvements may be exempt (verify with office). Note: Always verify with Building Official before proceeding with exempt work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Grafton, ND? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Grafton, ND via: (701) 352-1561.

last verified April 2026 source City of Grafton, Building Official ↗ entry id permits/north-dakota/walsh/grafton

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

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