Crooks, SD — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Crooks Municipal Office (building permits through Finance Office and Building Official)

Street address

701 S. West Avenue, P.O. Box 785, Crooks, SD 57020

Phone

(605) 543-5238

Coverage

Covers all construction within Crooks city limits. No work may commence without an issued permit.

Online portal

Online Permit Application and Inspection Request

Online submission

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Contractor Licensing and Fee Schedule ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Crooks

All construction within city limits with limited exceptions; fence permits required to construct, relocate, or replace fences; accessory buildings (sheds and garages) require permits prior to construction or placement

Note: A few exceptions to the permit requirement exist but are not enumerated in available sources. Electric and barbed wire fences are prohibited; other fence types require permits.

Required documents

Site plan
Elevations
Foundation plan
Floor plan with square footage
Grading and drainage plan

Owner-builder: All contractors must be licensed by city.
Contractor requirements: All contractors must hold a City of Crooks contractor license; requires surety bond of $10,000 (continuous), liability insurance with single limits of at least $1,000,000, copy of SD excise tax license; three-year license or one-time construction license options (Resolution #2024-26); allow at least five business days for review of license application.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Minimum five business days for review after submission of all required documentation

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Verify that your contractor is licensed by the City of Crooks (or apply for contractor license) -- contact Municipal Office at (605) 543-5238.
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Complete building permit application online or on paper.
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Submit required documentation electronically: site plan, elevations, foundation plan, floor plan with square footage per level, grading and drainage plan with reference to Minimum Ground Elevation (MGE).
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Allow at least five business days for Planning and Zoning and Building Official review.
05

Complete gas service application via DocuSign or in-office if applicable.
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Pay applicable fees by phone, mail, or in-person at Municipal Office.
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Sign permit and receive window placard; post at job site.
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Request inspections via online inspection request form.
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Erosion control required throughout construction.

Typical processing time: Minimum five business days for review after submission of all required documentation

Source: City of Crooks Municipal Office (building permits through Finance Office and Building Official) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective April 1, 2025

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

For projects without a flat fee: construction cost multiplied by 0.005 (0.5%); detailed fee schedule PDF available on fee schedule page (updated 04/01/2025)

Payment by phone, mail, or in-person at Municipal Office (701 S. West Avenue); hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday (closed 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM for lunch)

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective April 1, 2025) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Online inspection request form (online)
Municipal Office: (605) 543-5238 (phone)

Inspection hours: Municipal Office: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday (closed 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Crooks permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Crooks, SD? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Crooks, SD? ▸

Building permit fees in Crooks, SD are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: For projects without a flat fee: construction cost multiplied by 0.005 (0.5%); detailed fee schedule PDF available on fee schedule page (updated 04/01/2025).

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Crooks, SD? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Crooks, SD, follow these steps: 1. Verify that your contractor is licensed by the City of Crooks (or apply for contractor license) -- contact Municipal Office at (605) 543-5238. 2. Complete building permit application online or on paper. 3. Submit required documentation electronically: site plan, elevations, foundation plan, floor plan with square footage per level, grading and drainage plan with reference to Minimum Ground Elevation (MGE). 4. Allow at least five business days for Planning and Zoning and Building Official review. 5. Complete gas service application via DocuSign or in-office if applicable. 6. Pay applicable fees by phone, mail, or in-person at Municipal Office. 7. Sign permit and receive window placard; post at job site. 8. Request inspections via online inspection request form. 9. Erosion control required throughout construction.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Crooks, SD? ▸

Building permit processing times in Crooks, SD typically run Minimum five business days for review after submission of all required documentation. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Crooks, SD? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Crooks, SD via: Online inspection request form, Municipal Office: (605) 543-5238.

last verified April 2026 source City of Crooks Municipal Office (building permits through Finance Office and Building Official) ↗ entry id permits/south-dakota/minnehaha/crooks

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Crooks Municipal Office (building permits through Finance Office and Building Official) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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