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Kuna building permits
VerifiedKuna, Idaho — as published 2026-07-17.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction and certain improvements in Kuna, including new residences, mobile homes, accessory dwelling units, accessory structures over 200 sq ft, additions, decks over 30 inches above grade, retaining walls over 4 feet, fences, heating/cooling systems, and demolition. Submit plans by email to BuildingPermits@KunaID.gov (application and individual PDFs) plus construction plans (24x36) to Dropbox link provided by the Building Department after application is received. (Re-verified 2026-07-16: all fees, department contact info, and FAQs confirmed unchanged against live sources; Residential Permit Application PDF confirmed still dated Jan 2025.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family dwellings, mobile homes, and accessory dwelling units
- Accessory structures (garages, storage buildings) over 200 square feet require a permit; structures under 200 sq ft are exempt
- Permit required for additions and improvements to existing residences or accessory structures
- Permit required for decks over 30 inches above grade
- Permit required for retaining walls over 4 feet in height (measured from bottom of footing)
- Fence permit required for installation of fences
- Permit required for heating/AC systems, fireplaces, wood stoves, and ventilation systems (separate mechanical permit)
- Permit required for relocation or demolition of a structure
- Email individual PDFs (application, site plan, floor plan, Manual J, ResCheck if not prescriptive path, structural calculations) to BuildingPermits@KunaID.gov
- Name files: 'L-- B-- Subdivision w/ Phase # - Document Type'; all documents must have legal subdivision name and phase number
- Submit construction plans (24x36) as a single PDF to the Dropbox folder provided by the Building Department
- Payment of submittal fee required before plan review begins (invoice emailed; payment by credit card by phone or check)
- Homeowners may perform work on their primary residence without registering as a contractor with Idaho; licensed contractors required for sub-trades not performed by owner
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Building Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application form; updated January 2025. Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9430
- RequiredSite Plan (individual PDF page)Individual site plan showing property lines, setbacks, and proposed construction
- RequiredFloor Plan (individual PDF page)Individual floor plan showing room layout and dimensions
- RequiredManual J (HVAC load calculation)Required for new residential construction with HVAC systems
- OptionalResCheck (energy compliance)Required if not using prescriptive energy path under 2018 IECC
- OptionalStructural Calculations (if applicable)Required for non-prescriptive structural elements; must be stamped by Idaho licensed engineer where applicable
- RequiredConstruction Plans (24x36 PDF)Full plan set submitted as single PDF to Dropbox folder provided by the Building Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Submittal Fee | $70 | Flat fee per application; Resolution R74-2023A |
| Residential Structural Plan Review Fee | $65 per hour, 1-hour minimum | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $1–$2,000) | $65 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $2,001–$25,000) | $65 for first $2,000 + $11.35 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $25,001–$50,000) | $326 for first $25,001 + $7.20 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $50,001–$100,000) | $506 for first $50,001 + $5.15 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
| Building Permit Modification | $100 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Fence Permit Application Fee | $25 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Footing/Foundation/Patio Cover Only (value ≤$2,000) | $65 | |
| Reinstatement Fee: Patio/Fence | $65 | |
| Reinstatement Fee: Residential | $150 |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial structures, tenant improvements, change of occupancy, rooftop unit additions/replacements, fencing, and accessory structures over 120 square feet. Commercial submittals must be stamped by a licensed design professional. Civil plans require Public Works approval before submitting to the Building Department. Submit application and individual PDFs to CommercialPermits@KunaID.gov; construction plans (24x36) and engineering/structural calcs via Dropbox. Kuna Fire Department review is required and is a separate process. (Verified 2026-07-16: two additional plan-review-fee tiers found on the live fee schedule PDF and added below.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial building permit required for new commercial structures, tenant improvements, change of occupancy, rooftop unit additions/replacements, fencing, and accessory structures over 120 sq ft
- Submit application and individual PDFs to CommercialPermits@KunaID.gov (see Forms & Applications page for full list)
- Commercial submittals (Building Permit Application, contractor's bid document with scope of work on company letterhead, site plan, floor plan, plumbing fixture count) required
- Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical costs must be listed as separate line items — not included in contractor's construction cost
- Engineering/structural calculations required, stamped by Idaho licensed design professional
- Construction plans (24x36) must reference IBC 2018 and include Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Civil Site Plan sheets
- Civil plans reviewed separately by Public Works Department; must be approved before Building Department review
- Kuna Fire will assess project for impact fee and conduct life safety plan review (kunafire.com/permits-applications); fire impact fee paid as part of building permit
- ACHD (Ada County Highway District) impact fee review is a separate process; payment receipt required before permit is issued
- Four different inspector reviews required prior to permit fee processing for Commercial/Tenant Improvements
- Payment of submittal fees (including plumbing review fee, electrical review fee, and $200 submittal fee) required before plan review begins
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Building Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; all lines must be completed. Updated July 2026 (confirmed live 2026-07-16, filename now Commercial-Permit-Application-JULY-2026---FILLABLE-PDF; same DocumentCenter/View/9472 URL). Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9472
- RequiredContractor's Bid Document (scope of work on company letterhead)Must include license number, address, and contact information; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical costs listed as separate line items
- RequiredSite Plan (individual PDF page)If applicable, include irrigated landscape square footage on site plan
- RequiredFloor Plan (individual PDF page)Individual floor plan showing layout
- RequiredPlumbing Fixture Count (8.5x11)One table with quantities
- RequiredEngineering/Structural Calculations (stamped PDF)Must be stamped by Idaho licensed design professional
- RequiredConstruction Plans (24x36 PDF)Single PDF including Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Civil Site Plan sheets, referencing IBC 2018; submitted via Dropbox
- RequiredKuna Fire Payment Certification and Impact Fee CertificationRequired before permit pickup; obtained through separate Kuna Fire application at kunafire.com/permits-applications
- RequiredACHD Impact Fee Payment ReceiptRequired before permit pickup; ACHD review is done separately
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Building Permit Submittal Fee | $200 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial Structural/Mechanical Plan Review Fee | $150 per hour, 1-hour minimum | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Commercial Plumbing Plan Review Fee (up to 10,000 sq ft) | $200 | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Commercial Plumbing Plan Review Fee (10,001–100,000 sq ft) | $400 | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Commercial Plumbing Plan Review Fee (over 100,001 sq ft) | $600 | Resolution R09-2025; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Commercial Electrical Plan Review Fee (up to 10,000 sq ft) | $200 | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Commercial Electrical Plan Review Fee (10,001–100,000 sq ft) | $400 | Resolution R09-2025; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Commercial Electrical Plan Review Fee (over 100,001 sq ft) | $600 | Resolution R09-2025; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $1–$2,000) | $65 | Same project-value table as residential; Resolution R74-2023A |
| Building Permit Fee (project value $2,001–$25,000) | $65 for first $2,000 + $11.35 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Change of Occupancy | $100 (includes inspection) | Resolution R09-2025 |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy | $40 | |
| Building Permit Modification | $100 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
| Reinstatement Fee: Commercial | $150 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for any mechanical equipment installation in Kuna. It is unlawful to perform any mechanical equipment installation without first obtaining a mechanical permit from the City of Kuna. Applies to residential and commercial work. (Verified 2026-07-16: re-rendered the live fee schedule PDF to image; the commercial/industrial ×0.02 formula is confirmed exact as printed, not drift — prior audit flag was a false alarm.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required before commencing any mechanical equipment installation
- Submit Mechanical Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department
- New residential mechanical work requires separate permit from the building permit
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; updated July 2026 (confirmed live 2026-07-16, filename now Mechanical-Permit-Application-July-2026---FILLABLE-PDF; same DocumentCenter/View/9427 URL). Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9427
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Residential Mechanical | $93.00 | Resolution R57-2021 |
| New Residential Mechanical with Fireplace | $128.00 | Resolution R57-2021 |
| New Residential Mechanical — Additional Furnace/Fireplace | $93.00 | |
| Existing Residential — Base Permit Fee | $100 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Existing Residential — Mechanical Equipment Fee | $30 + $15 per additional appliance | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial Mechanical Permit (contract value ≤$10,000) | $60 + (contract value × 0.02) | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial Mechanical Permit ($10,001–$100,000) | $260 + ((contract value − $10,000) × 0.01) | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial Mechanical Permit (contract value >$100,000) | $1,160 + ((contract value − $100,000) × 0.005) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for all electrical installations in Kuna. The Electrical Program exists to protect life, health, and property by ensuring electrical installations comply with the current safety codes. A permit must be obtained prior to commencement of work. Electrical permits are available at the City of Kuna Building Department. (Verified 2026-07-16: commercial/industrial/solar ×0.02 formula confirmed exact on the live fee schedule PDF, not drift; two additional fee tiers above $10,000 were found on the same table and added below.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required before commencing any electrical work
- Submit Electrical Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department
- Licensed Idaho electrical contractor required for electrical work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; updated July 2026 (confirmed live 2026-07-16, filename now Electrical-Permit-Application-JULY-2026---FILLABLE-PDF; same DocumentCenter/View/9425 URL). Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9425
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Construction Services (200 amp or less, one location) | $65 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — up to 1,500 sq ft | $130 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 1,501 to 2,500 sq ft | $195 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 2,501 to 3,500 sq ft | $260 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 3,501 to 4,500 sq ft | $325 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — over 4,500 sq ft | $325 + $65 per additional 1,000 sq ft | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Existing Residence | $65 + $10 per additional branch circuit | Up to maximum of corresponding sq ft; Resolution R74-2023A |
| Detached Shop/Accessory Building | $65 + $10 per additional branch circuit | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Duplex Apartment or Condominium | $260 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Swimming Pools (covers 4 mandatory inspections, excluding lighting) | $195 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar (contract value ≤$10,000) | $60 + (contract value × 0.02) | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar ($10,001–$100,000) | $260 + ((contract value − $10,000) × 0.01) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar (contract value >$100,000) | $1,160 + ((contract value − $100,000) × 0.005) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations in Kuna. The City's own Electrical Program fee schedule (Resolution R74-2023A) explicitly bundles solar with commercial/industrial electrical work into a single tiered, contract-value-based fee category — 'Commercial/Industrial/Solar' — rather than pricing solar as its own separate line item or under the residential per-square-foot electrical tiers. Structural/racking attachment is reviewed under the general Building Permit.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for solar PV installation before commencing work, billed under the City's 'Commercial/Industrial/Solar' contract-value-based tier (Resolution R74-2023A) rather than the residential square-footage electrical tiers
- Submit Electrical Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department, describing the system as a solar installation for correct fee-tier application
- Structural/racking attachment to a residential or commercial roof, or a ground-mount foundation, is reviewed under the general Kuna Building Permit
- Licensed Idaho electrical contractor required for the electrical/interconnection work unless performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9425, used for solar PV electrical work billed under the Commercial/Industrial/Solar fee tier
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationRequired for the structural/racking or ground-mount foundation portion of the installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar (contract value ≤$10,000) | $60 + (contract value × 0.02) | Resolution R74-2023A; same tiered fee category applies to commercial, industrial, and solar electrical work |
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar ($10,001–$100,000) | $260 + ((contract value − $10,000) × 0.01) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16 |
| Commercial/Industrial/Solar (contract value >$100,000) | $1,160 + ((contract value − $100,000) × 0.005) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedElectric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) installation in Kuna is an electrical installation, permitted through the City of Kuna Building Department's Electrical Program under the same Electrical Permit Application and Resolution R74-2023A fee schedule used for all other electrical work. The fee schedule has no distinct EV-charger/EVSE line item — a Level 2 EVSE circuit added to an existing residence is billed under the schedule's 'Existing Residence' branch-circuit tier, one installed with new construction falls under the New Single Family Dwelling square-footage tier, and a standalone commercial charging station is billed under the same 'Commercial/Industrial/Solar' contract-value tier used for solar and other commercial electrical work.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required before commencing EVSE/EV charger installation work
- Submit Electrical Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department
- Licensed Idaho electrical contractor required for electrical work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
- No distinct EV-charger/EVSE fee line exists on the City's Electrical Program fee schedule (Resolution R74-2023A) — a residential charger circuit is billed under the 'Existing Residence' ($65 + $10 per additional branch circuit) or 'New Single Family Dwelling' tiers depending on whether it accompanies new construction; a commercial/standalone charging station is billed under the 'Commercial/Industrial/Solar' contract-value tier
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9425
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EVSE circuit added to Existing Residence | $65 + $10 per additional branch circuit | Resolution R74-2023A — no distinct EV-charger line item is published; this is the applicable 'Existing Residence' branch-circuit tier |
| EVSE circuit included in New Single Family Dwelling | $130 (up to 1,500 sq ft) to $325 + $65 per additional 1,000 sq ft (over 4,500 sq ft) | Resolution R74-2023A — applies when the charger circuit is installed as part of new home construction |
| Standalone/commercial EV charging station (Commercial/Industrial/Solar tier) | Contract value ≤$10,000: $60 + (value × 0.02); $10,001-$100,000: $260 + ((value − $10,000) × 0.01); >$100,000: $1,160 + ((value − $100,000) × 0.005) | Resolution R74-2023A — same tiered fee category used for commercial, industrial, and solar electrical work |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for all plumbing installations in Kuna. The Plumbing Program ensures plumbing practices comply with the Idaho State Plumbing Code (based on the Uniform Plumbing Code). A plumbing permit must be obtained prior to any commencement of work. Plumbing permits are available at the City of Kuna Building Department. (Verified 2026-07-16: commercial/industrial ×0.02 formula confirmed exact on the live fee schedule PDF, not drift; two additional fee tiers above $10,000 were found on the same table and added below.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required before commencing any plumbing work
- Submit Plumbing Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department
- Licensed Idaho plumbing contractor required for work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; updated July 2026 (confirmed live 2026-07-16, filename now Plumbing-Permit-Application-JULY-2026---FILLABLE-PDF; same DocumentCenter/View/9428 URL). Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9428
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Single Family Dwelling — up to 1,500 sq ft | $130 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 1,501 to 2,500 sq ft | $195 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 2,501 to 3,500 sq ft | $260 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — 3,501 to 4,500 sq ft | $325 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| New Single Family Dwelling — over 4,500 sq ft | $325 + $65 per additional 1,000 sq ft | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Existing Residence | $65 + $10 per additional fixture | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Detached Shop/Accessory Building | $65 + $10 per additional fixture | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Duplex Apartment or Condominium | $260 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Sewer Line | $65 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Water Line | $65 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Water Heater Replacement | $65 | Tankless heaters require mechanical permit for venting and gas piping; Resolution R74-2023A |
| Modular, Manufactured or Mobile Home | $65 | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial Plumbing (contract value ≤$10,000) | $60 + (contract value × 0.02) | Resolution R74-2023A |
| Commercial/Industrial Plumbing ($10,001–$100,000) | $260 + ((contract value − $10,000) × 0.01) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Commercial/Industrial Plumbing (contract value >$100,000) | $1,160 + ((contract value − $100,000) × 0.005) | Resolution R74-2023A; tier confirmed on live fee schedule 2026-07-16, previously missing from this file |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65 each (after each failed attempt) | Resolution R57-2021 |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition or relocation of structures in Kuna. A separate demolition permit must be obtained before commencing demolition work. (Re-verified 2026-07-16: $30 fee and Jan 2025 application-form date both confirmed unchanged on live sources.)
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Demolition permit required before commencing demolition of any structure
- Submit Demolition Permit Application (PDF) to the Building Department
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (PDF)Fillable application; updated January 2025. Available at kunacity.id.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9434
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit Fee | $30 | Per fee schedule |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
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