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Mechanical Permit in Star, Idaho

Required for HVAC, gas lines, fireplaces, and other mechanical work on both new and existing residential and commercial properties in Star. Purchased separately from the building permit at City Hall / via the permit portal. Approved and issued same day if associated building permit is already approved.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Mechanical permit required in addition to and separate from any building permit
  • Apply via IWORQ Permit Portal (staridpermit.portal.iworq.net)
  • Work performed by Idaho state-licensed mechanical contractor for commercial; homeowners may perform their own work on their primary/secondary residence Owner-builderContractor
  • Residential permit fee based on square footage of home (see fee schedule)

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Fee schedule

New Residential Mechanical — Single Family under 1,500 sq. ft.City of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03, approved 6/17/2025 (staridaho.org/DocumentCenter/View/1603/Mechanical-Electrical--Plumbing-Fee-Schedule). Confirmed still the current schedule 2026-07-16; no superseding resolution found.
$130.00
New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 1,501–2,500 sq. ft.City of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$195.00
New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 2,501–3,500 sq. ft.City of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$260.00
New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 3,501–4,500 sq. ft.City of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$325.00
New Residential Mechanical — Modular/Manufactured/Mobile HomeCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$65.00
Existing Residential MechanicalCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$65.00
Gas LineCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$65.00
Fireplace (Gas, Electric) or Wood Stove/Fireplace — New ResidentialCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$75.00
Fireplace (Gas, Electric) or Wood Stove/Fireplace — Existing ResidentialCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$130.00
Commercial/Other — valuation-basedCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
Up to $20,000: multiply by 3% add $60; $20,001–$100,000: subtract $20,000, multiply by 2%, add $660; over $100,001: subtract $100,000, multiply by 1%, add $2,260
Re-inspection FeeCity of Star MEP Fee Schedule, Resolution 2025-03
$65.00

Review timeline

Plan reviewStar’s published plan-review target
1–1 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough Mechanical

    Before walls are closed; schedule online via IWORQ Portal before 4:00 PM for next-business-day inspection.

  2. 2

    Final Mechanical

    All mechanical work complete; scheduled separately from rough inspection (rough and final cannot be same day).

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

Tips

  • Mechanical permits are issued same day if the associated building permit is already approved (per Star FAQ).
  • Residential mechanical review fee ($35.00) is also assessed as part of the building permit application.
  • Additional HVAC equipment on existing residential: $10 per unit.

Frequently asked questions

Star requires a mechanical permit for: Mechanical permit required in addition to and separate from any building permit; Apply via IWORQ Permit Portal (staridpermit.portal.iworq.net); Work performed by Idaho state-licensed mechanical contractor for commercial; homeowners may perform their own work on their primary/secondary residence; Residential permit fee based on square footage of home (see fee schedule). If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Star Building Department at 208-286-7247 before starting work.

In Star, the published New Residential Mechanical — Single Family under 1,500 sq. ft. is: $130.00. Additional published fees: New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 1,501–2,500 sq. ft. — $195.00; New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 2,501–3,500 sq. ft. — $260.00; New Residential Mechanical — Single Family 3,501–4,500 sq. ft. — $325.00; New Residential Mechanical — Modular/Manufactured/Mobile Home — $65.00; Existing Residential Mechanical — $65.00; Gas Line — $65.00; Fireplace (Gas, Electric) or Wood Stove/Fireplace — New Residential — $75.00; Fireplace (Gas, Electric) or Wood Stove/Fireplace — Existing Residential — $130.00; Commercial/Other — valuation-based — Up to $20,000: multiply by 3% add $60; $20,001–$100,000: subtract $20,000, multiply by 2%, add $660; over $100,001: subtract $100,000, multiply by 1%, add $2,260; 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 mechanical permit is 1–1 business days.

You'll need: Permit Application (online via IWORQ Portal). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Star requires 2 inspection(s) for a mechanical permit, in order: Rough Mechanical, Final Mechanical. 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.

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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