Do I need Design Review before applying for a commercial building permit in Eagle?

Yes. All commercial fences, retaining walls, and new construction require Design Review approval from the Eagle Planning & Zoning Department before a building permit can be issued. Commercial turnaround time of 6–8 weeks does not include the Design Review process.

Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Tenant Improvement) in Eagle, Idaho

Required for all new commercial and industrial buildings, multi-family dwellings (three or more units), tenant improvements, remodels, and change-of-occupancy projects in Eagle. Governed by the 2018 IBC. Plan review turnaround is currently 6–8 weeks (high-volume notice published by Eagle Building Division). Design Review approval from Planning & Zoning is required before applying for commercial permits. Applications submitted via the Contractor Portal or in person.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

Design Review approval from Eagle Planning & Zoning Department required before building permit application
Submit commercial building permit application with Commercial Certificate of Project Value Form (required)
Contractor Registration Verification Form required for contractors new to Eagle
Design Professional in Responsible Charge Form required if applicable
Foundation-only permits available for commercial projects (not residential)
Tenant improvements and remodels use the Tenant Improvements & Remodels Permit Application
Change of occupancy uses the Change of Occupancy and/or Tenant ONLY Permit Application

Required documents

Req
New Commercial Buildings, Additions & Multi-Family Permit Application
Downloadable PDF or online fillable form; available at cityofeagle.org/2153/Building-Permits-Applications-Forms
Req
Commercial Certificate of Project Value Form
Required to be submitted with every commercial permit application
Opt
Contractor Registration Verification Form
Required for contractors new to Eagle
Opt
Design Professional in Responsible Charge Form
Required when applicable (licensed design professional overseeing the work)

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Commercial / Industrial building permit (valuation-based, Other Installations table)	Cost up to $20,000: multiply by 3% plus $60; cost $20,001–$100,000: subtract $20,000, multiply by 2%, plus $660; cost over $100,001: subtract $100,000, multiply by 1%, plus $2,260	Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34, Jan 2023). Use the Commercial Permit Fee Estimator (XLS) at cityofeagle.org/DocumentCenter/View/212.
Re-inspection Fee	$65.00 minimum per occurrence	Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34)
Multi-Family (Duplex, contractors only)	$260.00 per mechanical permit for new residential multi-family duplex	Mechanical section of Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34); building structural fees follow the valuation table

Review timeline

30–56 business days

Eagle’s published plan-review target

Inspection process

1
Foundation Only (commercial only)
Foundation-only permits available for commercial projects — building may proceed with foundation while full permit review continues
2
Framing / Structural
After structural framing complete and before wall cover
3
Final
All work complete per approved plans and design review conditions; Certificate of Occupancy issued after passing

Tips

Commercial plan review turnaround is currently 6–8 weeks due to high volume (published by Eagle Building Division). This does not include the Design Review process through Planning & Zoning.
Design Review approval through Planning & Zoning is required before submitting a commercial building permit application.
Foundation-only permits are available for commercial projects, allowing foundation work to proceed while full plan review continues.
Use the Commercial Permit Fee Estimator (XLS) to estimate fees before applying.
All inspection requests submitted through the Contractor Portal before 4:00 PM for next-business-day scheduling.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need Design Review before applying for a commercial building permit in Eagle?: Yes. All commercial fences, retaining walls, and new construction require Design Review approval from the Eagle Planning & Zoning Department before a building permit can be issued. Commercial turnaround time of 6–8 weeks does not include the Design Review process.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Eagle building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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