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Chubbuck building permits
VerifiedChubbuck, Idaho — as published 2026-08-25.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Codes adopted
Idaho has a mandatory statewide building code framework under the Idaho Building Code Act (Idaho Code Title 39, Chapter 41), administered by the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses' (DOPL) Building Safety Program, which sets the statewide-adopted editions of the IBC, IRC, IECC, and related codes; local jurisdictions administer and enforce permitting and inspections within their boundaries and may adopt local amendments.The City of Chubbuck operates its own Building Division within the Community Services Department — it is not a DOPL-administered jurisdiction for permit issuance. The Building Division reviews plans and issues permits directly for residential and commercial building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work within city limits. Source: City of Chubbuck Building Division page (cityofchubbuck.us/building-division/).2018 International Residential Code (IRC), 2018 International Building Code (IBC), 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 'as promulgated and amended by' the State of Idaho. Source: City of Chubbuck Building Division page (cityofchubbuck.us/building-division/).The City's own Building Permit Application form states '2018 IRC and 2018 IBC', alongside city-specific design criteria (seismic zone, frost line, snow load, wind load — see localAmendments). Source: City of Chubbuck Building Permit Application (PDF), cityofchubbuck.us/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/2017-Building-Application-IBC-IRCpdf.pdf.2018 IECC confirmed via the City's Prescriptive Specification Worksheet, which is explicitly headed '2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)' and lists Climate Zone 5 minimum R-values and U-factors. Source: City of Chubbuck Prescriptive Specification Worksheet (PDF), cityofchubbuck.us/wp-content/uploads/... (linked from the Building Division page).Chubbuck Municipal Code Chapter 15.04 ('Codes Adopted'), Section 15.04.010 ('Building Codes Adopted'), separately codifies the following as 'the approved editions of the following nationally recognized codes, as adopted by the state of Idaho or the Idaho building code board': International Building Code (including rules for ADA/federal fair housing accessibility equivalency); International Energy Conservation Code; International Fire Code and appendices as adopted by the state of Idaho through the Department of Insurance (locally amended: Section 101.1 inserts 'city of Chubbuck fire department,' and Section 109.3 inserts a 'misdemeanor - $300.00 - 60 days' penalty); International Residential Code, Parts I-IV and IX; National Electrical Code, 2008 edition, and Appendix H; Uniform Plumbing Code, 2006 edition, and its appendices (with the International Plumbing Code's appendices/supplemental material usable as guidelines). The Municipal Code text also states that 'the adopted versions of these codes shall be deemed superseded by successive versions of such codes as they are adopted or approved by the board, effective on the date any such codes are made effective by the board' — meaning the Idaho Building Code Board's subsequent 2018-cycle state adoption (as confirmed on the Building Division page and Building Permit Application) supersedes the 2008 NEC / 2006 UPC editions still printed in the codified municipal text. Source: Chubbuck Municipal Code 15.04.010 'Building Codes Adopted' (codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/chubbuckid/latest/chubbuck_id/0-0-0-4990).No City of Chubbuck source was found publishing a specific adopted edition of the International Mechanical Code (IMC) or International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) distinct from the general IBC framework; the City's own Mechanical Permit fee schedule (Exhibit E, Resolution 2022-07) itemizes mechanical/gas-piping fees without citing a specific mechanical-code edition. Left unspecified rather than invented — contact the Building Division to confirm the currently enforced mechanical/fuel-gas code edition.Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) administers statewide contractor/tradesperson licensing (electrical, plumbing, mechanical contractors and journeymen); the City of Chubbuck's own Building Permit Application requires a 'STATE CONTRACTOR NUMBER' field rather than issuing separate city trade licenses for those disciplines, consistent with the statewide DOPL licensing model used elsewhere in Bannock County (e.g., Pocatello). Source: City of Chubbuck Building Permit Application (PDF).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction in Chubbuck, administered by the City's Building Division against the 2018 IRC and 2018 IBC, plus city-specific design criteria (seismic zone C, 36-inch frost line, snow/wind loads) and the 2018 IECC energy code. Applications are submitted through the SmartGov portal or via the paper Building Permit Application.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family residential construction
- Plans reviewed against the 2018 IRC and 2018 IBC as confirmed on the City's own Building Permit Application, plus Municipal Code 15.04.010 code adoptions
- Two complete sets of plans and a complete site plan required (three sets for commercial)
- Site plan must be drawn to scale (hand-drawn on grid paper or digital) showing lot dimensions, setbacks, rights-of-way, all utilities (water/sewer/irrigation stubs, fire hydrants, power/gas/fiber/telephone), other physical features, existing/proposed outbuildings, driveway, easements, required stormwater swales, sidewalk locations, floodplains if any, north arrow, and scale
- Energy Code Compliance form required for review: either RESCheck (energycodes.gov) or the City's own Prescriptive Specification Worksheet (2018 IECC, Climate Zone 5)
- City Infrastructure Protection acknowledgment form must be signed by the permit holder
- Building Permit Application must include state contractor license number, project valuation ('agents estimated costs of construction'), zoning district, setbacks, and building information (occupancy group, construction type, number of stories, square footage by area)
- Apply via the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com) or submit the paper Residential Building Permit Packet
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (IBC-IRC)City of Chubbuck Building Division application form; requires project/owner/contractor info, state contractor license number, land use information (subdivision, zoning district, setbacks), and building information (2018 IRC/IBC, seismic zone C, frost line 36in, snow load 36psf roof/45psf ground, wind load 90mph 3-sec gust)
- RequiredResidential Site PlanScaled site plan per the City's Residential Site Plan Instructions, showing lot dimensions, setbacks, utilities, easements, drainage swales, and floodplain status
- RequiredPrescriptive Specification Worksheet (2018 IECC) or RESCheckEnergy code compliance calculation for Climate Zone 5, required before/with plan review
- RequiredCity Infrastructure Protection FormSigned only by the permit holder; acknowledges Digline compliance and liability for any municipal infrastructure damage during construction
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — value $1 to $500 | $27.00 base fee | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04, Building and Plan Check Fees table |
| Building Permit Fee — value $501 to $2,000 | $29.00 base fee, plus $1.50 for each additional $100 over $501 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Building Permit Fee — value $2,001 to $25,000 | $54.50 base fee, plus $9.00 for each additional $1,000 over $2,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Building Permit Fee — value $25,001 to $50,000 | $262.50 base fee, plus $7.50 for each additional $1,000 over $25,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Building Permit Fee — value $50,001 to $100,000 | $446.00 base fee, plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 over $50,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Building Permit Fee — value $100,001 to $500,000 | $718.00 base fee, plus $3.50 for each additional $1,000 over $100,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Building Permit Fee — value $500,001 and up | $2,500.00 base fee, plus $3.70 for each additional $1,000 over $500,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Residential Valuation — Residence (each floor) | $99.00 per square foot | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04, Residential Valuation table |
| Residential Valuation — Finished Basement | $20.00 per square foot | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Residential Valuation — Unfinished Basement | $10.00 per square foot | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Residential Valuation — Garage | $21.00 per square foot | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Residential Valuation — Deck / Covered Patio / Carport / Crawl Space / Shed | Deck $5.00/sf; Covered Patio $10.00/sf; Carport $10.00/sf; Crawl Space $5.00/sf; Shed $15.00/sf | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04, Residential Valuation table |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Chubbuck. Electrical contractors must hold a valid Idaho DOPL electrical contractor/journeyman license; the City issues the construction permit and performs inspections. Fees are itemized separately for residential and commercial work.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of electrical systems
- Electrical contractors must provide their State of Idaho (DOPL) contractor license number on the Building Permit Application; the City does not issue a separate city electrical contractor license
- Fee schedule is itemized per component (base fee, service type/amperage, rooms, circuits, space heaters, solar panel) for residential; base fee plus valuation-percentage and per-item fees for commercial
- Apply through the SmartGov portal or using the Residential Electrical Building Permit form
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Electrical Building Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com) or via the City's fillable Residential Electrical Permit form
- RequiredState of Idaho DOPL Electrical Contractor License NumberRequired field on the Building Permit Application for the licensed electrical contractor performing the work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical — Residential Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Temporary Service (each) | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Permanent Service (each) | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Service to 100 amps (each) | $3.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Service to 200 amps (each) | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Service over 200 amps (each) | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Number of Rooms (each) | $2.50 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Number of Circuits (each) | $2.50 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Space Heaters | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Residential Solar Panel | $70.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial Temporary / Permanent Service (each) | $30.00 each | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial valuation up to $20,000 | 2% of valuation | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial Sign & Outlet Base | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial Sign (each) | $3.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical — Commercial Carnival, Circus, or Similar Event | $50.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Chubbuck. Plumbing contractors must hold a valid Idaho DOPL plumbing license. Fees are itemized per fixture/component for residential work and by valuation for commercial work.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, water/sewer lines, water heaters, and lawn sprinkler systems
- Plumbing contractors must provide their State of Idaho (DOPL) contractor license number; the City does not issue a separate city plumbing contractor license
- Apply through the SmartGov portal
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com)
- RequiredState of Idaho DOPL Plumbing Contractor License NumberRequired for the licensed plumbing contractor performing the work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing — Residential Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Plumbing Fixture (each) | $6.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Water Heater Replacement | $15.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Lawn Sprinklers | $15.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Water Line (separate) | $25.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Sewer Line (separate) | $25.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Residential Water & Sewer (together) | $40.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Commercial Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Commercial valuation up to $20,000 | $0.02 per dollar of valuation | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Commercial valuation at and beyond $20,001 | $0.02 per dollar of valuation | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Plumbing — Commercial Water Heater Replacement | $15.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for mechanical (HVAC), fuel gas, and ventilation installation, alteration, or repair work in Chubbuck. Fees are itemized per unit/component for both residential and commercial work.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of HVAC systems, appliances, ductwork, fuel gas piping, fireplaces/inserts/stoves, and rooftop/unit heater equipment
- Mechanical contractors must provide their State of Idaho (DOPL) contractor license number; the City does not issue a separate city mechanical contractor license
- No City of Chubbuck source was found citing a specific adopted mechanical/fuel-gas code edition (e.g., IMC/IFGC year) distinct from the general Municipal Code 15.04.010 framework — left unspecified rather than invented
- Apply through the SmartGov portal
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com)
- RequiredState of Idaho DOPL Mechanical Contractor License NumberRequired for the licensed mechanical contractor performing the work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical — Residential & Commercial Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Commercial Rooftop (each) | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Commercial Unit Heater (each) | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Commercial Cooking Hood (each) | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Commercial Other Regulated Device (each) | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Gas Piping (up to 4 units) | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — High Pressure Gas Test | $10.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Furnace up to 100k BTU | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Unit Heaters (each) | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Gas Water Heater, Flue Pipe (each) | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Mechanical — Fireplaces, Inserts, Stoves (each) | $5.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRooftop or ground-mount solar PV installation in Chubbuck is billed across two of the City's existing permit types: a Building Permit for the racking/structural mounting (valuation-based, same fee table as new construction) and an Electrical Permit for the interconnection, which carries a genuine, distinct 'Residential Solar Panel' line item on the City's own itemized electrical fee schedule (Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E). Both are issued directly by the City's Building Division under the 2018 IRC/IBC.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Building Permit required for the racking/structural mounting portion, using the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee table as new construction, additions, and other structural work
- Electrical Permit required separately for the PV system's interconnection, billed under the City's itemized residential electrical fee schedule
- Electrical contractors must provide their State of Idaho (DOPL) contractor license number; the City does not issue a separate city electrical contractor license
- Apply through the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com) for both the Building and Electrical components
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (IBC-IRC) -- racking/structuralCity of Chubbuck Building Division application form, covering the mounting/structural portion of a solar PV installation
- RequiredResidential Electrical Building Permit Application -- interconnectionSubmitted online through the SmartGov portal or via the City's fillable Residential Electrical Permit form; billed under the itemized electrical fee schedule including the Residential Solar Panel line item
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (racking/structural, valuation-based) | $27.00 minimum, scaling per the same value-bracket table used for new residential construction | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04, Building and Plan Check Fees table -- no standalone flat solar-structural fee line was found separate from the general valuation-based table |
| Electrical — Residential Solar Panel | $70.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E -- a genuine, distinct fee line item in the City's own itemized residential electrical fee schedule, in addition to the Electrical Residential Base Fee ($30.00) and any applicable service-amperage fee |
| Electrical — Residential Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E; applies to every residential electrical permit including a solar interconnection |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for permanent sign installation or reface in Chubbuck, issued by the Building Division at a flat application fee.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Sign Permit Application required for new sign installation
- Reface Sign Permit Application required for replacing sign face content on an existing structure
- Apply through the SmartGov portal or the City's Sign Permit Application form
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationCity of Chubbuck sign permit form
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Application | $25.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Reface Sign Permit Application | $25.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| Electrical Sign & Outlet Base (if electrical/illuminated) | $30.00 base plus $3.00 per sign | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E (Electrical - Commercial fee table) |
Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Permit
VerifiedRequired for grading, excavation, and site-disturbance work in Chubbuck under Municipal Code Chapter 8.44. Fee is waived for a single-family residence submitted alongside an approved building permit; otherwise scales by project acreage.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- ESC permit required for grading/site-disturbance work per Chubbuck Municipal Code Chapter 8.44
- Fee waived when submitted for a single-family residence alongside an approved building permit
- Site plan (11x17 or larger, two copies) showing grading plan, boundary, existing/proposed contours, cut/fill dimensions and volume, and structure/setback locations
- Sediment and erosion control plan (BMPs); EPA Construction General Permit NOI and formal SWPPP required if disturbance exceeds 1 acre
- Written stormwater analysis consistent with the City of Chubbuck Stormwater Master Plan
- Re-vegetation plan and schedule; haul-road plan if material is hauled to/from the site
- Soils engineering report required if grading exceeds 5,000 cubic yards, per 2006 IBC Appendix J Grading
- Title report, property deed, or other ownership documentation required
- Initial ESC inspection must be requested prior to grading/excavation; final ESC inspection required prior to Certificate of Occupancy — call (208) 234-6275
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Erosion & Sediment Control PermitCity of Chubbuck ESC permit application (revised August 2021), requires responsible person/certificate holder info, project scope, cut/fill volumes, and site-sensitivity disclosures
- RequiredResidential Erosion Control Plan (StreetWise RiverWise)Standard erosion-control diagram/checklist (updated May 2015) covering catch drains, sediment barriers, stabilized construction entrance, dust control, and concrete waste handling
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ESC Permit — Single-Family Residence with approved building permit | Waived | City of Chubbuck Application for Erosion & Sediment Control Permit / Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| ESC Permit — Projects less than 5 acres | $50.00 | City of Chubbuck Application for Erosion & Sediment Control Permit / Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| ESC Permit — Projects 5 to 10 acres | $100.00 | City of Chubbuck Application for Erosion & Sediment Control Permit / Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
| ESC Permit — Projects more than 10 acres | $150.00 | City of Chubbuck Application for Erosion & Sediment Control Permit / Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
Floodplain Development Permit
VerifiedRequired for development within a designated floodplain in Chubbuck, issued by the Building Division at a flat fee.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Floodplain Development Permit required for structures within a designated floodplain
- Apply through the Building Division / SmartGov portal
Required documents
- RequiredStructure - Floodplain Development Permit ApplicationCity of Chubbuck floodplain development permit form
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Structure - Floodplain Development Permit | $100.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedChubbuck has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE permit type or fee line item. The City's itemized residential electrical fee schedule (Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E) itemizes rooms, circuits, service amperage, space heaters, and even a distinct 'Residential Solar Panel' line, but contains no EV/EVSE/car-charger line item. An EVSE circuit installation is billed under the City's standard Electrical Permit, itemized per component (base fee plus applicable circuit/service fees).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of an EVSE circuit
- Electrical contractors must provide their State of Idaho (DOPL) contractor license number on the Building Permit Application; the City does not issue a separate city electrical contractor license
- Billed under the City's itemized residential electrical fee schedule (base fee plus per-circuit and/or service-amperage fees, as applicable) -- no distinct EV/EVSE line item exists
- Apply through the SmartGov portal or using the Residential Electrical Building Permit form
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Electrical Building Permit ApplicationSubmitted online through the SmartGov portal (ci-chubbuck-id.smartgovcommunity.com) or via the City's fillable Residential Electrical Permit form; EVSE circuit work is submitted under this same application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical -- Residential Base Fee | $30.00 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E; applies to an EVSE circuit permit the same as any other residential electrical scope |
| Electrical -- Residential Number of Circuits (each) | $2.50 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2022-07, Exhibit E; the itemized per-circuit fee that would apply to a new EVSE branch circuit -- no distinct/higher EV-specific circuit fee was found, unlike the City's genuine distinct $70.00 'Residential Solar Panel' line item |
Commercial Building Permit
Required for new commercial construction, additions, and structural alterations to commercial buildings in Chubbuck. Applied for as a distinct 'Commercial Building Permit' type (separate from the Residential Building Permit type) via the SmartGov portal, using the same generic Building Permit Application form and the same valuation-bracket Building Permit Fee table as residential construction, but valued by declared/actual construction cost rather than a per-square-foot table, and carrying an additional 65% Commercial Plan Review Fee not charged on residential permits. No separate tenant-improvement/remodel permit product was found -- see confirmed-absence note below.
Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial Building Permit required for new commercial construction, additions, and structural work in commercial occupancies; applied for as a distinct 'Commercial Building Permit' type via the SmartGov portal, listed separately from 'Residential Building Permit' on the City's own Building Division resources page (both link to the same SmartGov login, but are named as distinct application types)
- Plans reviewed against the 2018 IBC (plus applicable 2018 IECC/IEBC provisions) per Municipal Code 15.04.010 and the Building Division's own current-code confirmation; primary commercial plan review is a stated duty of the Certified Building Official (Ron Osborn, rosborn@cityofchubbuck.us, (208) 317-7161) per the Building Division's own staff-duties listing
- Three complete sets of plans plus a complete site plan required for commercial submittals (vs. two sets for residential) -- noted directly on the City's own Building Permit Application form ('TWO SETS OF PLANS - THREE FOR COMMERCIAL')
- Commercial valuation must be the declared value of the work, including materials and labor ('the total value of the Work for which a permit is being issued'); the Building Official may require documentation to verify the declared valuation -- City's own 'Building Valuations: Commercial' guidance (Building Division webpage) and Resolution No. 2021-04 Exhibit, distinct from the residential per-square-foot valuation table
- Building Permit Fee is calculated from the same valuation-bracket fee table used for residential construction (Resolution No. 2021-04), applied to the declared/estimated commercial construction cost rather than a per-square-foot table
- A separate Commercial (Building Code) Plan Review Fee of 65% of the Building Permit Fee is due at the time of application — Resolution No. 2021-04, Exhibit ('Commercial Plan Review... 65% of building permit cost; due at application'), and referenced on the Building Division's Resolution No. 2022-07 fee line
- Energy code compliance is required under the 2018 IECC per Municipal Code 15.04.010 and the Building Division's own current-code confirmation; the City's own materials name RESCheck and the Prescriptive Specification Worksheet specifically for residential submittals, and no distinct commercial IECC compliance-form name (e.g., COMcheck) was found published by the City -- left unspecified rather than invented; confirm the accepted commercial energy-compliance documentation with the Building Division
- State Contractor Number required on the Building Permit Application for the licensed general contractor
- Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Permit required separately (Municipal Code Chapter 8.44) for any commercial grading/site-disturbance work; unlike the single-family-residence fee waiver, commercial ESC permit fees are NOT waived and instead scale by project acreage under the existing ESC fee table ($50/$100/$150)
- No distinct Tenant Improvement, commercial remodel, or 'TI' permit product, fee line, or SmartGov application type was found -- confirmed absence, not an oversight. See tips/faqs below.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (IBC-IRC)Same city-wide application form used for residential permits; commercial submittals additionally require the 'Agents estimated costs of construction' field completed as the declared valuation, plus occupancy group, type of construction, number of stories, and (for additions/remodels) existing square footage fields, and three plan sets instead of two
- RequiredSite Plan (three sets)Scaled site plan; the City's own Building Permit Application form requires three sets for commercial submittals versus two for residential. No distinct 'Commercial Site Plan Instructions' document (parallel to the City's published Residential Site Plan Instructions) was found published -- left unspecified rather than invented
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance Documentation (2018 IECC)Required for review; no distinct commercial-specific compliance-form name was found published by the City (see requirements note above)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $1 to $500 | $27.00 base fee | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 -- same valuation-bracket table used for residential construction, applied here to declared commercial construction cost |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $501 to $2,000 | $29.00 base fee, plus $1.50 for each additional $100 over $501 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $2,001 to $25,000 | $54.50 base fee, plus $9.00 for each additional $1,000 over $2,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $25,001 to $50,000 | $262.50 base fee, plus $7.50 for each additional $1,000 over $25,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $50,001 to $100,000 | $446.00 base fee, plus $5.50 for each additional $1,000 over $50,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $100,001 to $500,000 | $718.00 base fee, plus $3.50 for each additional $1,000 over $100,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — value $500,001 and up | $2,500.00 base fee, plus $3.70 for each additional $1,000 over $500,001 | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 |
| Commercial (Building Code) Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee, due at application | City of Chubbuck Resolution No. 2021-04 Exhibit ('Commercial Plan Review... 65% of building permit cost; due at application') -- charged in addition to the Building Permit Fee above; no equivalent surcharge exists on the residential fee schedule |
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