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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Marshall County
A building permit is required when: (1) improvements have an estimated market value exceeding $3,000; (2) a structure requires additional land or area to be sited on; (3) storage structures are 80 square feet or larger; (4) driveway work is along county roads or in right-of-way areas; or (5) there is a change in building use or occupancy classification.
Temporary sheds for gardening equipment storage
Repainting and cosmetic work
Laying brick pavers for walkways and patios
Interior non-structural modifications
Routine maintenance and repairs
Routine agricultural work and normal farming operations (contact department for confirmation)
- Exempt Temporary sheds for gardening equipment storage
- Exempt Repainting and cosmetic work
- Exempt Laying brick pavers for walkways and patios
- Exempt Interior non-structural modifications
- Exempt Routine maintenance and repairs
- Exempt Routine agricultural work and normal farming operations (contact department for confirmation)
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning requirements. Applicants should confirm with the Planning & Zoning Department before proceeding, as exemption status depends on specific circumstances.
Required documents
- Completed Marshall County Building Permit Application form
- Detailed description of the proposed construction or alteration
- Site plan showing property location and building placement
- Estimated cost of construction/alteration
- Property owner and contractor information
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC) per South Dakota Codified Laws Chapter 11-10
- Permit validity
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Owner-builder
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Contractor requirements
- South Dakota does not enforce universal contractor licensing at the state level for all trades. State registration under SDCL Chapter 36-21C is required for residential contractors. Electrical and plumbing work requires a state-licensed contractor regardless of project size.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly stated; contact department for current estimate
- 01 Contact the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Department by phone (605-448-7540) or visit in person at 911 Vander Horck Street, Britton, SD 57430.
- 02 Describe the proposed project to determine whether a building permit is required based on valuation threshold ($3,000+), land requirement, storage shed area (80+ sq ft), driveway work, or use/occupancy change.
- 03 Obtain and complete the Marshall County Building Permit Application form.
- 04 Submit application with required documentation: property description, site plan, and estimated construction cost.
- 05 The Zoning Administrator reviews the application for compliance with Marshall County Zoning Ordinance (Title 16, Chapter 16.2) and 2021 IBC.
- 06 If variance or conditional use approval is needed, the request is reviewed by the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Commission.
- 07 Pay applicable permit fee based on estimated construction cost.
- 08 Receive issued permit and post on site before construction begins.
- 09 Request inspections as work progresses and at final completion.
Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact department for current estimate
§ 04
Fee schedule
Marshall County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Based on estimated construction cost; exact fee schedule should be obtained directly from the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Department as fees are subject to periodic updates
If the estimated cost appears inadequate to the Zoning Administrator upon completion, they may demand bills or receipts to substantiate the actual cost, and additional fees may be assessed accordingly. Contact department for current fee schedule and payment methods.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (605) 448-7540 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Not publicly stated; contact department
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Time windows
- Not publicly detailed; contact department
Typical sequence: Inspections are conducted by the Zoning Administrator or designee to verify compliance with approved permit drawings, building code standards, proper setbacks, zoning compliance, and structural integrity.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Marshall County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
A building permit is required when: (1) improvements have an estimated market value exceeding $3,000; (2) a structure requires additional land or area to be sited on; (3) storage structures are 80 square feet or larger; (4) driveway work is along county roads or in right-of-way areas; or (5) there is a change in building use or occupancy classification.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Marshall County, SD are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Based on estimated construction cost; exact fee schedule should be obtained directly from the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Department as fees are subject to periodic updates.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Marshall County, SD, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Department by phone (605-448-7540) or visit in person at 911 Vander Horck Street, Britton, SD 57430. 2. Describe the proposed project to determine whether a building permit is required based on valuation threshold ($3,000+), land requirement, storage shed area (80+ sq ft), driveway work, or use/occupancy change. 3. Obtain and complete the Marshall County Building Permit Application form. 4. Submit application with required documentation: property description, site plan, and estimated construction cost. 5. The Zoning Administrator reviews the application for compliance with Marshall County Zoning Ordinance (Title 16, Chapter 16.2) and 2021 IBC. 6. If variance or conditional use approval is needed, the request is reviewed by the Marshall County Planning & Zoning Commission. 7. Pay applicable permit fee based on estimated construction cost. 8. Receive issued permit and post on site before construction begins. 9. Request inspections as work progresses and at final completion.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Marshall County, SD typically run Not publicly stated; contact department for current estimate. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Marshall County, SD. The following work is generally exempt: Temporary sheds for gardening equipment storage; Repainting and cosmetic work; Laying brick pavers for walkways and patios; Interior non-structural modifications; Routine maintenance and repairs; Routine agricultural work and normal farming operations (contact department for confirmation). Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning requirements. Applicants should confirm with the Planning & Zoning Department before proceeding, as exemption status depends on specific circumstances. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Marshall County, SD? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Marshall County, SD via: (605) 448-7540. Not publicly stated; contact department.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Marshall County Planning & Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.