City of Brandon

New construction, additions, remodels, re-shingling, re-siding, lower level completions, structural repairs, plumbing work -- contact department for full list

Note: Contact department at (605) 582-8987 for current exempt work list.

Building code

2021 International Residential Code (IRC), 2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, 2021 International Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

Contractor requirements

Residential contractors performing work in Brandon must obtain a Residential Building Contractor's License from the City of Brandon; state excise tax license also required.

1. 01
   Contact the Planning and Inspection Department at (605) 582-8987 to determine if a permit is required for your project.
2. 02
   Obtain application forms from City Hall or the forms page at https://cityofbrandon.org/forms.
3. 03
   Prepare required documentation (site plan, construction plans as applicable).
4. 04
   Submit completed application and payment in person.
5. 05
   Await plan review and permit issuance.
6. 06
   Post permit at job site.
7. 07
   Schedule required building and plumbing inspections with the city department; arrange state electrical inspections separately.
8. 08
   Obtain final inspection approval.

Source: Planning and Inspection Department, City of Brandon ↗

• Planning and Inspection Department: (605) 582-8987 (phone)

Inspection hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closes 4:30 PM on Friday)

Typical sequence: Building and plumbing inspections handled by city department; electrical inspections performed by state inspector (coordinate separately)