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Meridian building permits
VerifiedMeridian, Idaho — as published 2026-06-29.
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Codes adopted
2018 International Building Code (IBC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212018 International Fire Code (IFC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — effective January 1, 20212018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective January 1, 20212018 International Residential Code (IRC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212018 International Fuel & Gas Code (IFGC) — with local amendments; effective January 1, 20212017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (ISPC, based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code) — effective January 1, 20212023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted via Idaho HB337 (IC 54-1001), effective July 1, 2023
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for all new single-family dwellings and duplexes in Meridian. Covers structural construction, framing, envelope, and all associated systems. All applications submitted online through the Citizen Access Portal; plans reviewed electronically through Project Dox.
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Requirements
- All new residential construction requires a building permit and plan review
- Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org — available 24/7
- All drawings and documents uploaded through Project Dox (ePlan Review) following Meridian's submittal standards and checklists
- New Residential Submittal Checklist must accompany the application (available at meridiancity.org/community-development/building/customer-information/residential-checklists/)
- ACCA-approved Manual J, D, and S load calculations required for all new residential construction
- Plans must comply with 2018 IRC and 2018 IECC with Meridian local amendments
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org — no paper application required
- RequiredNew Residential Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's required checklist documenting all required plan set elements; available from the Residential Checklists page
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (Site Plan, Foundation, Floor Plan, Framing, Elevations, Wall Bracing, Sections and Details)Complete plan set uploaded as individual PDF sheets to Project Dox; must include structural drawings stamped by Idaho licensed engineer if applicable
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationAlternate Energy Path (signed, all pages) or Prescriptive Method demonstrating 2018 IECC compliance
- RequiredACCA Manual J, D, and S Load CalculationsRequired for all new residential construction to determine proper heating, cooling, and duct sizing
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Application Fee — Residential (new projects) | $150 (non-refundable; applied to building permit fee) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| Building Permit — valuation-based (Residential/Commercial Permit Fee Calculation Formula) | $50 base fee plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 of project value or fraction thereof | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; project value for new residential calculated at $94.06 per sq ft per BVD table |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence (first re-inspection); $90 (double fee for repeat re-inspections) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Residential Addition / Alteration Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, structural alterations, remodels, and other residential alterations in Meridian. Includes room additions, basement finishes, interior remodels affecting structural or life-safety elements, and similar work. Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal.
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Requirements
- Room additions and structural modifications to existing single-family dwellings
- Basement finishes involving framing, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work
- Interior remodels affecting structural, fire, or life-safety elements
- Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org
- Submit Residential Addition Submittal Checklist and Standards (available from the Residential Checklists page)
- All drawings uploaded to Project Dox following Meridian's submittal standards
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal — no paper application required
- RequiredResidential Addition Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's specific checklist for additions; available from the Residential Checklists page
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsPlans showing scope of work, dimensions, structural details, connection to existing structure — uploaded as individual PDF sheets to Project Dox
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Application Fee — Residential (additions, remodels, garages, sheds, other misc.) | $50 (non-refundable; applied to building permit fee) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| Building Permit — valuation-based (Additions) | $50 base fee plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 of project value or fraction thereof | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; project value for additions calculated at $72 per sq ft per fee schedule |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence; $90 for repeat re-inspections | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1 |
Residential Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in single-family dwellings and duplexes in Meridian, including new wiring, panel changes, branch circuits, solar array wiring, and EV charger installations. All work must comply with the 2023 NEC (adopted via Idaho HB337, effective July 1, 2023). Apply through the Citizen Access Portal.
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Requirements
- Installation, change, or repair of any hard-wired electrical system
- Panel upgrades and service entrance changes
- New circuits or rewiring for additions and alterations
- Solar array electrical connections (apply as 'Residential Electrical Solar Array' permit type)
- Electric vehicle charging station (EVCS) installation
- Idaho state law allows homeowners to obtain electrical permits for their own primary or secondary residence without a contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org
- OptionalResidential Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Submittal ChecklistRequired for EV charging station installations; available from the Residential Checklists page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Residential Electrical — single family dwelling up to 200 amps | $120 per dwelling unit (includes structure and attached garage wired at same time) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2 Building Electrical Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| New Residential Electrical — single family dwelling 201 to 400 amps | $210 per dwelling unit | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Existing Residential Electrical — additions, alterations, or branch circuit work | $40 base permit fee plus $10 per branch circuit | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Hot Tubs, Swimming Pools, and Spas — electrical | $40 permit fee | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110; ground grid also $40 per the fee schedule |
| Temporary Power Pole — residential, 200 amps or less | $40 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 20-2230 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Residential Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Meridian residential properties, including water heater replacements, fixture additions, and sewer/water service work. Governed by the 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code). Apply through the Citizen Access Portal.
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Requirements
- Repair, replace, relocate, or add to any plumbing system
- Water heater installation or replacement (any fuel type)
- New plumbing fixtures (toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs)
- Sewer or water service line work
- Idaho state law allows homeowners to obtain plumbing permits for their own primary or secondary residence without a contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential plumbing permit — per living unit (new single-family dwelling, apartment, condo, townhouse) | $30 per unit base fee, plus $8 per fixture | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4 Building Plumbing Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| Fixture replacement permit | $30 base fee, plus $8 per replacement fixture | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Residential sewer line or replacement | $38 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Residential sewer and water combo permit (one inspection) | $50 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Lawn sprinkler permit | $30 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Backflow device | $8 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.4, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Residential Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fuel gas, and related mechanical installations in Meridian residential properties. Covers furnaces, A/C, heat pumps, gas fireplaces, gas piping, ductwork, dryer vents, and range hoods. Apply through the Citizen Access Portal.
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Requirements
- Install or change any part of a heating or cooling system
- Furnace, air conditioner, heat pump installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or major modification
- Gas piping installation or pressure testing
- Wood stoves, pellet stoves, gas fireplaces installation
- Idaho state law allows homeowners to obtain mechanical permits for their own primary or secondary residence without a contractor license
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit — Base fee (applied to all residential mechanical permits) | $50 base fee | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3 Building Mechanical Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| Fixtures and Appliances (furnace, A/C, heat pump, evaporative cooler, unit heater, space heater, decorative gas appliance, incinerator, boiler, pool heater, and similar) | First fixture/appliance: $35; each additional fixture/appliance: $15 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Exhaust and Ventilation Ducts (dryer vents, range hood vents, bath fan vents, and similar) | First duct: $15; each additional duct: $5 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Fuel Gas Piping (fixture or appliance outlets for the fuel gas piping system) | First outlet: $15; each additional outlet: $5 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Fireplace Only Permit (gas piping already in place or permitted separately) | $50 base permit fee plus $35 for first fixture and $15 for each additional fixture | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Woodstove Permit | $50 (per the Building Structural Fees section) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.3, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems on residential properties in Meridian. A building permit is required for all PV installations; electrical plan review is required for all PV installations. Apply as 'Residential Electrical Solar Array' through the Citizen Access Portal. Contact Idaho Power before starting regarding net billing.
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Requirements
- Building permit required for all solar PV installations (structural/mounting)
- Electrical plan review required for all photovoltaic installations
- Apply as 'Residential Electrical Solar Array' permit type through the Citizen Access Portal
- Comply with Meridian Unified Development Code (UDC) Title 11 and Title 10 Building Regulations
- Roof-mounted panels must be mounted on roof of existing or concurrently proposed building
- Ground-mounted panels must comply with setbacks and height limitations of the zoning district
- Contact Idaho Power before starting regarding net billing application (required for interconnection)
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Solar Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's required checklist for solar PV submittals; includes PV array configuration, grounding, bonding, wire management, conductors, rapid shutdown, charge controllers, disconnects, inverters, and batteries
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels to inverter to main panel — uploaded through Project Dox
- RequiredStructural Roof Framing / Load CalculationsConfirming roof structure supports panel weight; must account for design roof snow load of 25 PSF minimum
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV Permit — project value $0 to $2,000 | $40 base fee plus 2.5% of project value | City of Meridian — Solar Energy page (meridiancity.org/public-works/environmental/solar-energy/); applicant provides bid amount as project value |
| Solar PV Permit — project value $2,001 to $10,000 | $100 base fee plus 1% of project value | City of Meridian — Solar Energy page (meridiancity.org/public-works/environmental/solar-energy/) |
| Solar PV Permit — project value over $10,001 | $180 base fee plus 0.5% of the portion over $10,000 | City of Meridian — Solar Energy page (meridiancity.org/public-works/environmental/solar-energy/) |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new accessory dwelling unit on a residential property in Meridian. ADUs require planning/zoning approval and a building permit. A dedicated ADU Submittal Checklist and Standards document is available from Meridian Building Services. Apply through the Citizen Access Portal.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Requirements
- Planning/zoning approval required — confirm zone allows ADU use (contact Meridian Planning Division at (208) 884-5533)
- Building permit required for all ADU construction
- Submit Residential ADU Submittal Checklist and Standards (available from the Residential Checklists page)
- ACCA-approved Manual J, D, and S load calculations required
- Separate trade permits (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) required
- Apply through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's ADU-specific checklist and standards document; includes requirements for site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, framing, elevations, wall bracing, wall sections, structural drawings, energy compliance, and Manual J load calculations
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFull construction drawings uploaded as individual PDF sheets to Project Dox; structural drawings must be stamped by Idaho licensed engineer if applicable
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationAlternate Energy Path (signed, all pages) or Prescriptive Method
- RequiredACCA Manual J, D, and S Load CalculationsRequired for all new residential construction and ADU projects
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU Building Permit Application Fee | $150 (non-refundable, applied to permit fee — same as new residential) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) |
| ADU Building Permit — valuation-based | $50 base fee plus $5.50 per $1,000 of project value or fraction thereof | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a residential Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) in Meridian. Unlike most jurisdictions in this corpus, Meridian publishes a dedicated Residential EVCS Submittal Checklist and Standards document distinct from its general electrical-permit checklist, though the permit itself is filed as the same Residential Electrical Permit type through the Citizen Access Portal and billed under the same 'Existing Residential Electrical' fee category used for other branch-circuit additions. All work must comply with the 2023 NEC (adopted via Idaho HB337, effective July 1, 2023).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for EVCS installation, filed as a Residential Electrical Permit through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org, with the Residential EVCS Submittal Checklist and Standards attached
- Site Plan required, showing property lines, exact location of the structure on the property, and any existing structures
- Single Line Electrical Diagram required
- Panel Upgrade documentation required if a panel upgrade is needed — existing panel size, new panel size, wire sizes, and grounding must be shown
- Load Calculations document required
- Charger Installation Instructions from the manufacturer required
- A separate Mechanical Permit is additionally required if the installation involves ventilation
- All drawing sheets must be submitted as individual PDF files in landscape orientation, drawn to scale, print-ready, with a space reserved in the upper left corner for City approval stamps, and named per the City's sheet-naming convention (e.g., CS = Cover Sheet, SP1 = Site Plan, E2.0 = Electrical Schedule)
- All non-drawing documents must be submitted as searchable PDFs; structural calculations and geotechnical reports must bear the stamp of an Idaho Licensed Engineer
- Idaho state law allows homeowners to obtain electrical permits for their own primary or secondary residence without a contractor license, and this applies to EVCS installation as well
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Submittal Checklist and StandardsCity of Meridian's dedicated EVCS checklist covering drawings (site plan, single-line electrical diagram, panel upgrade detail), documents (load calculations, manufacturer installation instructions), and file-naming/submittal standards
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org; EVCS installations are filed under the same Residential Electrical Permit type
- OptionalMechanical Permit ApplicationRequired only if the EVCS installation involves ventilation work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Existing Residential Electrical — additions, alterations, or branch circuit work (applies to a typical EVCS install) | $40 base permit fee plus $10 per branch circuit | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2 Building Electrical Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/) — no distinct EVCS/EV-charger fee line item was found; an EVCS install is billed under the same category as any other existing-residence branch-circuit addition, consistent with this file's electrical-permit entry. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence; $90 for double fee (repeated re-inspection) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule, Section 1.2, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in Meridian, including new single- and multi-tenant buildings (C-NEW), shell buildings with no tenant yet identified (C-SHELL), commercial additions (C-ADD), commercial garages (C-GAR), modular/relocatable buildings (C-MOH), and commercial multi-family projects not compliant with the IRC (C-MULTI). Building Services handles application, plan review, permit issuance, and field inspection for structural, fire, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing scopes on commercial and industrial projects. Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal; plans reviewed electronically through Project Dox.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org; upload plans through Project Dox (eplanreview.meridiancity.org)
- Use the Commercial Permit Types handout to identify the correct permit type (C-NEW, C-SHELL, C-ADD, C-GAR, C-MOH, C-MULTI, etc.) and its associated checklist from the Commercial Checklists page
- New Commercial Submittal Checklist and Standards must accompany C-NEW, C-SHELL, C-ADD, C-GAR, C-MOH, and C-SHED applications
- Architectural Plans stamped and signed by an Idaho registered design professional, including a complete code analysis
- Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Drawings stamped by an Idaho licensed professional; Structural Drawings must also be signed and dated
- Civil Drawings or a Site Plan of Previously Constructed Utility Infrastructure (PDF and CAD if new mains/hydrants are installed), sealed by a licensed Idaho Civil Engineer
- Certificate of Value form and Plumbing Summary form completed in full
- Project Narrative with detailed, full scope of work
- Structural Calculations, Geotechnical Soils Investigation (per IBC), and Drainage Calculations, each stamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional engineer
- Energy Compliance report, signed and including all pages
- Statement of Special Inspections required only if the project requires special inspections
- Contact Ada County Highway District (ACHD) at (208) 387-6100 early, since ACHD review/approval may be required separately
- Food service, storage, handling, or manufacturing projects must have plans reviewed and stamped "Approved" by Central District Health Department (CDHD) at (208) 327-5211 prior to City submittal
- Warranty Surety required prior to Certificate of Occupancy; the surety application can be completed online through the Citizen Access Portal
- All drawing sheets: PDF, landscape orientation, drawn to scale, submitted as individual named sheets (e.g., CS = Cover Sheet, SP1 = Site Plan, S4.0 = Structural Roof Framing, E2.0 = Electrical Schedule), print-ready with space reserved in the upper left corner for City approval stamps
- All non-drawing documents must be submitted as searchable PDF files
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Permit Types HandoutCity reference document describing each Commercial Permit Type (C-NEW, C-ADD, C-GAR, C-MISC, C-MOH, C-MULTI, C-PATIO, C-POOL, C-SHED, C-SHELL, C-SIGN, C-SOLAR, C-TI, C-CO, C-EVCS) and its associated checklist
- RequiredNew Commercial Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's required checklist for new commercial construction, additions, garages, modular buildings, shell buildings, and sheds; lists required drawings, documents, and file-naming standards
- RequiredArchitectural PlansStamped and signed by an Idaho registered design professional; plan set must include a complete code analysis
- RequiredStructural Drawings and Structural CalculationsStamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional
- RequiredElectrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Design and ComplianceDrawings stamped by an Idaho licensed professional; compliance report(s) signed and including all pages
- RequiredCivil Drawings / Site Plan of Utility InfrastructureSealed by a licensed Idaho Civil Engineer; submit as PDF and CAD if new water/sewer mains or hydrants are installed
- RequiredCertificate of Value FormCompleted to its full extent to establish project valuation for fee calculation
- RequiredPlumbing Summary FormCompleted to its full extent
- RequiredGeotechnical Soils Investigation and Drainage CalculationsBoth stamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional engineer; geotechnical report must be in accordance with the IBC
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationSigned report including all pages, demonstrating compliance with the 2018 IECC
- OptionalStatement of Special InspectionsOnly required if the project requires special inspections
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Plan Review Application Fee (Section 1.1) | $50 if commercial project value is under $20,000; $150 if project value is $20,000 or more | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1 Building Structural Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/); non-refundable, applied to the building permit fee |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (Residential/Commercial Permit Fee Calculation Formula) | $50 base fee plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 of project value or fraction thereof | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; formula confirmed independently in the City's New Commercial Fee Calculation Worksheet (effective 6/1/2026), cell formula =50+(5.5*(project value/1000)) |
| Commercial Plan Check Fee (Building plan review) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; matches the New Commercial Fee Calculation Worksheet formula (Building Permit Fee × 0.65) |
| Fire Department Plan Review Application Fee (Section 1.5) | $100 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110; non-refundable deposit applied to permit, listed under "Commercial Plan Reviews" |
| Fire Code Plan Review | 30% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110; matches the New Commercial Fee Calculation Worksheet formula (Building Permit Fee × 0.3) |
| Fire Sprinkler Plan Review (if project includes a sprinkler system) | $150 base fee (up to 35 sprinkler heads) plus $4.25 per additional device over 35 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Fire Alarm System Plan Review and Inspection (if project includes a fire alarm system) | $150 base fee (up to 35 devices) plus $4.25 per additional device over 35 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 22-2306 |
| Police Impact Fee — Nonresidential | $0.19 per sq ft (all other nonresidential building types); $1.23 per sq ft for buildings in a shopping center, stand-alone retail buildings, and restaurants/bars | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 5.1 Impact Fees, Resolution No. 22-2004, calculated on total building square footage |
| Fire Impact Fee — Nonresidential | $0.96 per sq ft (all other nonresidential building types); $1.29 per sq ft for buildings in a shopping center, stand-alone retail buildings, and restaurants/bars | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 5.1 Impact Fees, Resolution No. 22-2004, calculated on total building square footage |
| Parks Impact Fee — Nonresidential Commercial | $0.00 per sq ft | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 5.1 Impact Fees, Resolution No. 19-1827; commercial buildings are not currently assessed a Parks impact fee |
| Pretreatment Plan Review and Site Inspection (Public Works, if project requires a grease/oil pretreatment device) | $58.89 plan review plus $117.79 site inspection ($176.68 combined) for New Commercial Construction | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 2.3 Environmental Division Fees, Resolution No. 25-2505; also appears combined as a single $176.68 line item in the New Commercial Fee Calculation Worksheet |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) Fee | $114.75 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 20-2230 |
| Certificate of Occupancy issuance (no construction) | $110 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; residential/commercial accounts |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence (first re-inspection); $90 (double fee for repeat re-inspections) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Commercial Tenant Improvement (TI) Permit
VerifiedRequired for alterations or improvements to the interior and/or exterior of an existing commercial building in Meridian (permit type C-TI) — for example, buildout of a new tenant space, remodeling an existing suite, or upgrading a storefront. Building Services handles application, plan review, permit issuance, and field inspection. Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal using the Commercial Tenant Improvement Submittal Checklist and Standards; plans are reviewed electronically through Project Dox.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Apply online through the Citizen Access Portal at citizenportal.meridiancity.org; upload plans through Project Dox (eplanreview.meridiancity.org)
- Submit the Commercial Tenant Improvement Submittal Checklist and Standards with the application
- Architectural Plans stamped and signed by an Idaho registered design professional, including a complete code analysis
- Structural Drawings, stamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional, if the scope involves structural work
- Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Design and Compliance drawings stamped by an Idaho licensed professional — the City's TI checklist specifically flags that design is required for automotive facilities, nail salons, healthcare/medical, woodworking, education, restaurant, and industrial/hazardous occupancies
- Certificate of Value form and Plumbing Summary form completed in full
- Project Narrative with detailed, full scope of work
- Structural Calculations, stamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional, if applicable
- Energy Compliance report, signed and including all pages
- Statement of Special Inspections required only if the project requires special inspections
- Contact Ada County Highway District (ACHD) at (208) 387-6100 early, since ACHD review/approval may be required separately
- Food service, storage, handling, or manufacturing tenants must have plans reviewed and stamped "Approved" by Central District Health Department (CDHD) at (208) 327-5211 prior to City submittal
- All drawing sheets: PDF, landscape orientation, drawn to scale, submitted as individual named sheets, print-ready with space reserved in the upper left corner for City approval stamps
- All non-drawing documents must be submitted as searchable PDF files
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Tenant Improvement Submittal Checklist and StandardsMeridian's required checklist specific to C-TI permits; lists required drawings, documents, and file-naming standards, and flags occupancy types that trigger mandatory MEP design review
- RequiredArchitectural PlansStamped and signed by an Idaho registered design professional; plan set must include a complete code analysis
- OptionalElectrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Design and ComplianceDrawings stamped by an Idaho licensed professional; required for automotive facilities, nail salons, healthcare/medical, woodworking, education, restaurant, and industrial/hazardous occupancies per the TI checklist
- OptionalStructural Drawings and CalculationsStamped, signed, and dated by an Idaho licensed professional; required if the scope involves structural alterations
- RequiredCertificate of Value FormCompleted to its full extent to establish project valuation for fee calculation
- RequiredPlumbing Summary FormCompleted to its full extent
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationSigned report including all pages
- OptionalStatement of Special InspectionsOnly required if the project requires special inspections
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Plan Review Application Fee (Section 1.1) | $50 if commercial project value is under $20,000; $150 if project value is $20,000 or more | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1 Building Structural Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 (apps.meridiancity.org/CITYFEEWEB/); the portal's application-fee tiers are listed generally under "Commercial project value," not broken out separately for TI vs. new construction. Non-refundable, applied to the building permit fee. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (Residential/Commercial Permit Fee Calculation Formula) | $50 base fee plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 of project value or fraction thereof | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110; formula confirmed independently in the City's own Tenant Improvement Fee Calculation Worksheet (effective 6/1/2026), cell formula =50+(5.5*(project value/1000)) |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Confirmed from the City's Tenant Improvement Fee Calculation Worksheet (Building Permit Fee × 0.65); matches the same percentage published for new commercial construction, Section 1.1 of the Fee Schedule Web Portal |
| Fire Code Plan Review | 30% of the Building Permit Fee | Confirmed from the City's Tenant Improvement Fee Calculation Worksheet (Building Permit Fee × 0.3); matches the Fire Code plan review rate published for commercial plan reviews generally, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
| Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Plan Review (if TI scope modifies a sprinkler or alarm system) | $150 base fee (up to 35 devices) plus $4.25 per additional device over 35 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.5 Building Fire Fees, Resolution No. 18-2110 / 22-2306; not TI-specific, applies to any commercial plan review touching these systems |
| Pretreatment Plan Review — Tenant Improvement | $58.89 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 2.3 Environmental Division Fees, Resolution No. 25-2505; listed as its own "Tenant Improvement" line item, applies to TI projects that require a grease/oil pretreatment device (e.g., restaurant buildouts) |
| Pretreatment Plan Site Inspection — Tenant Improvement | $117.79 | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 2.3 Environmental Division Fees, Resolution No. 25-2505; listed as its own "Tenant Improvement" line item |
| Re-inspection Fee | $45 per occurrence (first re-inspection); $90 (double fee for repeat re-inspections) | City of Meridian Fee Schedule Web Portal, Section 1.1, Resolution No. 18-2110 |
Sources & verification
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