City Building Permits
De Smet, SD - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in De Smet, South Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within the incorporated City of De Smet.
- Department
- City of De Smet
- Address
- 106 Calumet Ave. SE, De Smet, SD 57231
- Phone
- 605-854-3731
- desmetcity@mchsi.com
Online Permit Portal
Platform: In-person / Phone / Mail • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Application Process
- Obtain a Building Permit Application from the City.
- Complete the application form with all required information.
- Prepare a required sketch on 8.5" x 11" paper (graph paper recommended) showing proposed structure location and dimensions.
- Submit application form and sketch to City Hall.
- City reviews for compliance with local ordinances and applicable building codes.
- Upon approval, building permit is issued.
- Project must follow all inspection requirements per permit conditions.
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact City for current estimate
Source: City of De Smet
General Requirements
A building permit is required when a structure is moved into the community, a structure is erected, a structure is added to (additions), or a structure is structurally altered.
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- Sketch on 8.5" x 11" paper showing proposed structure location and dimensions
- Permit validity
- Not publicly stated; contact City
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and City of De Smet local ordinances and zoning requirements
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly stated; contact City
- Contractor requirements
- State registration under SDCL Chapter 36-21C is required for residential contractors. Electrical and plumbing work requires a state-licensed contractor.
Fees
- Permit fee formula
- Not publicly listed; contact City directly
- Payment note
- Contact City of De Smet at 605-854-3731 for current fee schedule and payment methods.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City of De Smet to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- 605-854-3731 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly stated; contact City
- Inspection hours
- Not publicly stated; contact City
- Time windows
- Not publicly detailed; contact City
Typical inspection sequence: Not publicly detailed; contact City
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and City of De Smet local ordinances and zoning requirements
- License lookup guide: South Dakota Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: South Dakota Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- South Dakota hub: South Dakota Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of De Smet before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
De Smet Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in De Smet, SD?
- A building permit is required when a structure is moved into the community, a structure is erected, a structure is added to (additions), or a structure is structurally altered.
- How much does a building permit cost in De Smet, SD?
- Fees are calculated as: Not publicly listed; contact City directly.
- How do I apply for a building permit in De Smet, SD?
- 1. Obtain a Building Permit Application from the City. 2. Complete the application form with all required information. 3. Prepare a required sketch on 8.5" x 11" paper (graph paper recommended) showing proposed structure location and dimensions. 4. Submit application form and sketch to City Hall. 5. City reviews for compliance with local ordinances and applicable building codes. 6. Upon approval, building permit is issued. 7. Project must follow all inspection requirements per permit conditions.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in De Smet, SD?
- Typical processing time is Not publicly stated; contact City for current estimate.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in De Smet, SD?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: 605-854-3731. Not publicly stated; contact City.
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