City Building Permits

New Underwood, SD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in New Underwood, South Dakota. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

South Dakota Pennington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers construction within New Underwood town limits. New Underwood is a small agricultural community on the eastern edge of Pennington County. The city has planning and zoning ordinances.

Department
City of New Underwood -- City Office
Address
423 S. "A" Ave, New Underwood, SD 57761
Phone
605-754-6777
Website
https://www.newunderwood.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open City of New Underwood

Platform: In-person/Paper • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact the City Office at 605-754-6777 to confirm permit requirements for your project.
  2. Obtain the permit application from the City Office.
  3. Submit the completed application during office hours (Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM).
  4. Pay required fees.
  5. Permit issued.
  6. Schedule inspections as required.

Typical processing time: Not confirmed in public sources; contact the City Office.

Source: City of New Underwood -- City Office

General Requirements

Governed by the city's planning and zoning ordinances; contact City Office for specifics.

Required Documents

  • Contact City Office at cnuofc@gwtc.net or 605-754-6777 for current requirements
Permit validity
Not confirmed in public sources.
Building code
Not confirmed in public search results; contact City Office.
Owner-builder
Not confirmed in public sources.
Contractor requirements
Not confirmed; state licensing for electrical and plumbing likely applies.

Fees

Payment note
Contact City Office.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of New Underwood -- City Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 605-754-6777 (phone)
Inspection hours
City Office open Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of New Underwood -- City Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

New Underwood Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in New Underwood, SD?
Governed by the city's planning and zoning ordinances; contact City Office for specifics.
How do I apply for a building permit in New Underwood, SD?
1. Contact the City Office at 605-754-6777 to confirm permit requirements for your project. 2. Obtain the permit application from the City Office. 3. Submit the completed application during office hours (Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM). 4. Pay required fees. 5. Permit issued. 6. Schedule inspections as required.
How long does it take to get a building permit in New Underwood, SD?
Typical processing time is Not confirmed in public sources; contact the City Office..
How do I schedule a building inspection in New Underwood, SD?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 605-754-6777.

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