City of Summerset

A building permit is required for construction and alteration projects within the City of Summerset.

Note: Contact city office for determination of whether a specific project requires a permit.

Building code

Local ordinance (Chapter 153 of Summerset ordinances addresses building permits and construction standards)

Permit validity

Permit becomes invalid if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance. Permit becomes invalid if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after commencement.

Owner-builder

Not publicly stated; contact city

Contractor requirements

For commercial buildings: engineer-stamped building and site plan required regardless of building square footage.

Source: City of Summerset — City Office ↗

1. 01
   Download building permit application from city website or City Planning Department office.
2. 02
   Complete application in duplicate on forms furnished by the city.
3. 03
   Include completed application form, proper permit fee payment, and site plans/engineering plans as required.
4. 04
   Submit application to the City Planning Department office.
5. 05
   City staff reviews application for compliance with city ordinances and South Dakota law.
6. 06
   Building permit issued upon completed application, proper fee payment, and confirmation that improvement conforms to ordinances.
7. 07
   Permit entitles applicant to proceed with the improvement.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact city for current estimate

Source: City of Summerset — City Office ↗

Contact City Office at (605) 718-9858 for current fee schedule and payment methods.

• (605) 718-9858 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Not publicly stated; contact city

Inspection hours

Not publicly stated; contact city

Time windows

Not publicly detailed; contact city

Typical sequence: Erosion Control Plans required for each new construction lot; erosion control must be in place prior to footing inspection.

Source: City of Summerset — City Office ↗