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Commercial Building Permit (New Construction & TI) in Star, Idaho

Required for all new commercial construction and tenant improvements in Star. Plans must be stamped and signed by a licensed architect including a full code analysis. All applications submitted online through the IWORQ Permit Portal. Typical review: 4–6 weeks; revisions add 3–4 weeks per cycle.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Planning & Zoning approval required to verify proposed use is compatible with current zoning and that no other entitlements are needed
  • All commercial projects require a sewer/water certificate from Star Sewer & Water District
  • Architectural plans must be stamped and signed by a licensed architect with code analysis (code year, occupancy groups, construction types, floor areas, building height, fire suppression system)
  • Civil drawings required per Public Works Department specifications
  • Landscape drawings required including pressurized irrigation, street trees; if landscaping is used for stormwater mitigation, engineered design is required
  • Soils/geotechnical reports required for new buildings per IBC standards
  • Structural drawings and calculations must be stamped, signed, and dated by Idaho licensed design professional
  • MEP floor plan must be stamped, signed, and dated by Idaho licensed design professional
  • Plans submitted via IWORQ Portal (staridpermit.portal.iworq.net); plan size 24" × 36" in landscape orientation as PDF
  • If structure is in flood plain, contact City Zoning Administrator before submitting
  • Fire review required for Star Joint Fire Protection District (permits@starfirerescue.org); also contact ACHD Development Services and Central District Health / Southwest District Health as applicable

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Fee schedule

Commercial Application Submittal Fee (non-refundable)City of Star Fee Information page (staridaho.org/1249/Fee-Information). Applied toward total permit cost. Not refundable or transferable.
$200.00
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (Table 1-A)Table 1-A City of Star Building Permit Fees (staridaho.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=1637). Same table as residential.
Valuation-based: e.g., $993.75 for first $100,000 plus $5.60 per $1,000 over $100,000 (to $500,000)
Ada County Highway District — Single Family Attached Impact FeeCity of Star Fee Information page. For attached units. Contact ACHD for commercial-specific impact fees.
$3,182
Re-inspection FeeCity of Star Fee Information page (staridaho.org/1249/Fee-Information)
$65.00

Review timeline

Plan reviewStar’s published plan-review target
28–42 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footing / Foundation

    Schedule online via IWORQ Portal before 4:00 PM for next-business-day inspection.

  2. 2

    Framing / Rough-In

    After framing and rough-in trades complete, before insulation or wall cover.

  3. 3

    Final / Certificate of Occupancy

    All work complete per approved plans and fire authority approval; Certificate of Occupancy issued after passing final inspection.

See the full Star inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Commercial projects review in 4–6 weeks; each revision cycle adds 3–4 weeks.
  • Obtain Planning & Zoning approval before submitting to Building — verify zoning compatibility first.
  • Fire permits go through Star Joint Fire Protection District (permits@starfirerescue.org, 208-286-7772) separately from the City building permit.
  • ACHD Development Services (dvs@achdidaho.org, 208-387-6170) approval is required before obtaining the City building permit.
  • Central District Health or Southwest District Health review may be required depending on project location and type.
  • All inspection requests must be submitted online through the IWORQ Portal by 4:00 PM the business day before the inspection.

Frequently asked questions

Star requires a commercial building permit (new construction & ti) for: Planning & Zoning approval required to verify proposed use is compatible with current zoning and that no other entitlements are needed; All commercial projects require a sewer/water certificate from Star Sewer & Water District; Architectural plans must be stamped and signed by a licensed architect with code analysis (code year, occupancy groups, construction types, floor areas, building height, fire suppression system); Civil drawings required per Public Works Department specifications; Landscape drawings required including pressurized irrigation, street trees; if landscaping is used for stormwater mitigation, engineered design is required; Soils/geotechnical reports required for new buildings per IBC standards; Structural drawings and calculations must be stamped, signed, and dated by Idaho licensed design professional; MEP floor plan must be stamped, signed, and dated by Idaho licensed design professional; Plans submitted via IWORQ Portal (staridpermit.portal.iworq.net); plan size 24" × 36" in landscape orientation as PDF; If structure is in flood plain, contact City Zoning Administrator before submitting; Fire review required for Star Joint Fire Protection District (permits@starfirerescue.org); also contact ACHD Development Services and Central District Health / Southwest District Health as applicable. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Star Building Department at 208-286-7247 before starting work.

In Star, the published Commercial Application Submittal Fee (non-refundable) is: $200.00. Additional published fees: Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (Table 1-A) — Valuation-based: e.g., $993.75 for first $100,000 plus $5.60 per $1,000 over $100,000 (to $500,000); Ada County Highway District — Single Family Attached Impact Fee — $3,182; Re-inspection Fee — $65.00. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Star's published plan-review target for a commercial building permit (new construction & ti) is 28–42 business days.

You'll need: Commercial Submittal Checklist & Standards (Form #307, Rev 02-2026); Architectural Plans with Code Analysis; Civil and Landscape Drawings; Soils / Geotechnical Report; Structural Drawings and Calculations; MEP Floor Plan; Project Narrative. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Star requires 3 inspection(s) for a commercial building permit (new construction & ti), in order: Footing / Foundation, Framing / Rough-In, Final / Certificate of Occupancy. Schedule each through City of Star Building Department (208-286-7247).

Apply through City of Star Building Department at 10769 W. State St., P.O. Box 130, Star, ID 83669. Phone: 208-286-7247, email: building@staridaho.org. Office hours: Inspections scheduled online by 4:00 PM prior business day; next-day inspections only (no weekend inspections). Official information: https://staridaho.org/1243/Building-Department.

Star, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC) — with amendments; effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC, Parts I, II, III, IX) — with Idaho amendments (Idaho Residential Code 2020 Edition); effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — with amendments (Idaho Energy Conservation Code 2020 Edition); effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective January 1, 2021; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted statewide by the Idaho Electrical Board (IDAPA 24.39.10), effective July 1, 2024; 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Fuel and Gas Code (IFGC) — effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Residential Code Parts V and VI (mechanical) — effective January 1, 2021; 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (ISPC) — based on 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code; effective January 1, 2021; 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) — administered by Idaho Fire Marshal; effective January 1, 2021. Local amendments apply — see the Star overview page for the full list.

Per the Star Commercial Submittal Checklist (Form #307), applicants must obtain certifications from: Star Sewer and Water District (sewer/water certificate), Star Joint Fire Protection District (fire permits), Ada County Highway District Development Services (access/traffic), and Central District Health or Southwest District Health (if applicable). The applicant signs a form confirming they are responsible for acquiring these prior to obtaining the City building permit.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.

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 Star building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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