City Building Permits

Town of Newell, SD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Newell, South Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

South Dakota Butte County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All structures within Town of Newell corporate limits.

Department
Department of Building Inspection
Address
101 E 3rd Street, PO Box 405, Newell, SD 57760
Phone
605-456-2737 (main); ext. 1 for building department
Website
https://www.townofnewell.org/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Newell

Platform: In-person / Phone / Mail • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Town of Newell Department of Building Inspection at 605-456-2737 ext. 1.
  2. Submit permit application with required information: property owner name, contractor names (if applicable), exact construction location, building dimensions, materials, and intended use.
  3. Review and approval of application.
  4. Pay permit fees upon approval.
  5. Permit issued.
  6. Schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Not publicly specified; contact department for current timeline.

Source: Department of Building Inspection

General Requirements

Building permits required for: new building construction, repairs or remodeling to the extent of 50% or more of the original value of an existing building, moving an existing building within town corporate limits.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Property owner name
  • Contractor names (if applicable)
  • Exact location of construction/repair/move
  • Building dimensions, materials, and intended use
Permit validity
Not publicly stated; contact department.
Building code
South Dakota law requires compliance with 2021 International Building Code if any building standards are adopted locally. Town of Newell code reference: Chapter 12 Building Regulations.
Owner-builder
Not publicly specified; contact department.
Contractor requirements
State registration under SDCL Chapter 36-21C required for general/residential contractors. Electrical contractors must be licensed by the South Dakota State Electrical Commission (SDCL Chapter 36-16). Plumbers must be licensed by the South Dakota State Plumbing Commission (SDCL Chapter 36-23).

Fees

Permit fee formula
Based on project type and valuation. Specific fee amounts not identified publicly.
Payment note
Upon approval. Contact Town of Newell at 605-456-2737 for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Department of Building Inspection to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 605-456-2737 ext. 1 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Not publicly specified; contact department.
Inspection hours
Not publicly specified; contact town office.
Time windows
Not publicly detailed; contact department.

Typical inspection sequence: Not publicly specified; contact department.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Department of Building Inspection before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Newell Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Newell, SD?
Building permits required for: new building construction, repairs or remodeling to the extent of 50% or more of the original value of an existing building, moving an existing building within town corporate limits.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Newell, SD?
Fees are calculated as: Based on project type and valuation. Specific fee amounts not identified publicly..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Newell, SD?
1. Contact Town of Newell Department of Building Inspection at 605-456-2737 ext. 1. 2. Submit permit application with required information: property owner name, contractor names (if applicable), exact construction location, building dimensions, materials, and intended use. 3. Review and approval of application. 4. Pay permit fees upon approval. 5. Permit issued. 6. Schedule required inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Newell, SD?
Typical processing time is Not publicly specified; contact department for current timeline..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Newell, SD?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 605-456-2737 ext. 1. Not publicly specified; contact department..

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