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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Mitchell
A building permit is required for: any remodel or basement finish; any new additions; new fences over 6 feet in height; any change of use of the space; new decks and garden sheds over 200 square feet; new construction; and demolition work.
Note: The City of Mitchell ordinances address exemptions, but specific categories are not detailed in available sources. Contact the Building Inspection Department for determination on specific projects.
- Completed permit application
- Building plans
- Project scope information
- Supporting documentation as required
- Building code
- Comply with uniform building codes as adopted by the City of Mitchell. Plans are reviewed for conformance to uniform building codes. Electrical and plumbing work must comply with applicable code requirements.
- Permit validity
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Contractor requirements
- Electrical contractors must be licensed by the South Dakota State Electrical Commission under SDCL Chapter 36-16. Plumbing contractors must be licensed by the South Dakota State Plumbing Commission under SDCL Chapter 36-23. General and residential contractors working on 1- and 2-family dwellings must be registered under SDCL Chapter 36-21C.
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated; contact department for current estimate
- 01 Contact the Building Inspection Department or Planning and Zoning Division to determine if a permit is required
- 02 Obtain permit application and required forms
- 03 Submit application with building plans and supporting documentation
- 04 Plans reviewed by City staff for conformance to uniform building codes
- 05 Plans reviewed by the City Planning Commission
- 06 Plans submitted for City Council approval if required
- 07 Upon approval, permit is issued
- 08 Construction may commence
- 09 Schedule required inspections during construction
- 10 Final inspection and occupancy approval upon completion
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact department for current estimate
Fee schedule
Mitchell building permit fees
Building permit fees are established by City Council resolution. Contact the Building Inspection Department at (605) 995-8433 for current fee information.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (605) 995-8433 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Time windows
- Not publicly detailed; contact department
Typical sequence: Typical inspection phases include: foundation inspection, framing inspection, plumbing/electrical/mechanical inspections, insulation inspection, and final inspection. Building Inspector John Hegg is International Code Council certified.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Mitchell permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Mitchell, SD? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Mitchell, SD? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Mitchell, SD? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Mitchell, SD? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Mitchell, SD? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Mitchell Building Inspection Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.