How long does plan review take for a new home in Eagle?

Eagle's published plan review turnaround time for single-family homes, ADUs, detached garages/shops, sheds, and additions is currently 6 weeks (high-volume notice on cityofeagle.org/153/Building). Revisions reset the clock. Townhomes take 6–8 weeks and require Planning & Zoning Design Review approval first.

How do I schedule an inspection in Eagle?

Submit all inspection requests online through the Eagle Contractor Portal (eagle_permit.portal.iworq.net) before 4:00 PM to receive an inspection the next business day. You will need your permit number and access code. Footing inspections must be scheduled approximately one hour before the pour.

Residential Building Permit (New Construction) in Eagle, Idaho

Required for new single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, detached garages and shops, sheds, and additions in Eagle. All residential and commercial structures — and appurtenances connected or attached — require a permit for new construction, additions, alterations, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, or demolition. Plan review turnaround for single-family homes, ADUs, detached garages/shops, and sheds is currently 6 weeks (high-volume notice published by the Building Division). Applications submitted via the Contractor Portal or in person at 660 E Civic Lane.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

Building permit required for all new single-family dwellings, additions, accessory dwelling units, detached garages, shops, and sheds
Submit permit application with all required documentation and building plans for review
Plans checked for compliance with 2018 IRC and applicable codes; plan reviewer red-marks issues or calls to discuss corrections
New Residential and Addition Checklist Master 2023 Building Permit Requirements must accompany the application
Contractor Registration Verification Form required for contractors new to Eagle
Pole barns/post-frame buildings require a stamped engineered design from a Licensed Design Professional or Licensed Professional Engineer
If heated/cooled, a separate mechanical permit required and work must be performed by an Idaho state-licensed contractor

Required documents

Req
New Residential Building/Addition Submittal Checklist
Eagle's required checklist documenting all required plan set elements for residential permits; available at cityofeagle.org/259/Residential-Building-Permit-Submittal-Re
Req
New Residential and Addition Check List Master 2023 (PDF)
Master building permit requirements checklist; linked from the Residential Building Permit Submittal Requirements page
Opt
Contractor Registration Verification Form
Required for contractors new to Eagle; available at cityofeagle.org/DocumentCenter/View/214
Req
Construction Drawings (site plan, foundation, floor plan, framing, elevations, sections, details)
Full plan set showing code compliance per 2018 IRC; structural drawings stamped by Idaho licensed engineer if required

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit — new construction (valuation-based per ICC Building Valuation Data Aug 2022)	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, effective Jan 2023). Square-foot construction costs are adopted from ICC Building Valuation Data dated August 2022 (cityofeagle.org/DocumentCenter/View/7455). Use Residential Permit Fee Estimator (XLS) at cityofeagle.org/DocumentCenter/View/563.
Re-inspection Fee	$65.00 minimum per occurrence	Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34)
Plan Checking	$65.00 minimum plus $65.00 per hour or portion thereof	Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34)
Demolition Permit	$65.00	Eagle Building Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 23-34)

Review timeline

30–42 business days

Eagle’s published plan-review target

Inspection process

1
Footing / Foundation
Submit online via Contractor Portal before 4:00 PM for next-business-day inspection; footing inspections shall be approximately one hour prior to pouring concrete. Pouring times must be scheduled between 9 AM and 4 PM.
2
Framing
After framing, sheathing, and rough-in trades complete — before insulation or wall cover
3
Final
All work complete per approved plans; Certificate of Occupancy issued after passing final inspection

Tips

Plan review turnaround for single-family homes, ADUs, detached garages/shops, sheds, and additions is currently 6 weeks (published by Eagle Building Division). Revisions extend turnaround time beyond the 6-week target.
Townhome plan review takes 6–8 weeks and requires Design Review approval from Planning & Zoning first.
All inspection requests must be submitted through the Contractor Portal (eagle_permit.portal.iworq.net) before 4:00 PM to receive an inspection the next business day.
Requests submitted after 4:00 PM on Friday are scheduled for the following Tuesday. Holiday Mondays push this to Wednesday.
Use the Residential Permit Fee Estimator spreadsheet (XLS) to estimate your permit fee before applying.
Never guess whether you need a permit — call the Building Division at 208-489-8760 (9 AM–4 PM) to confirm.
Pole barns and post-frame buildings require a stamped engineered design — IRC prescriptive path does not apply to these structures.
Working without a permit may result in double fees or civil penalties at the city's direction.

Frequently asked questions

How long does plan review take for a new home in Eagle?: Eagle's published plan review turnaround time for single-family homes, ADUs, detached garages/shops, sheds, and additions is currently 6 weeks (high-volume notice on cityofeagle.org/153/Building). Revisions reset the clock. Townhomes take 6–8 weeks and require Planning & Zoning Design Review approval first.
How do I schedule an inspection in Eagle?: Submit all inspection requests online through the Eagle Contractor Portal (eagle_permit.portal.iworq.net) before 4:00 PM to receive an inspection the next business day. You will need your permit number and access code. Footing inspections must be scheduled approximately one hour before the pour.

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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