Electrical Permit (State of Idaho) in Ketchum, Idaho

Ketchum requires an electrical permit (state of idaho) for: Electrical permits are purchased online at dbs.idaho.gov (as of January 1, 2023, all permits must be purchased online); Idaho state law allows a homeowner to pull their own electrical permit for work on their primary or secondary residence and associated outbuildings not used commercially or rented to a tenant; Contractors must hold a valid Idaho electrical contractor license; Not administered by the City of Ketchum — apply directly with DOPL, not through CommunityConnect. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Ketchum Planning & Building Department at (208) 726-7801 before starting work.

In Ketchum, the published New Single Family Dwelling — up to 1,500 sq ft is: $130. Additional published fees: New Single Family Dwelling — 1,501 to 2,500 sq ft — $195; New Single Family Dwelling — 2,501 to 3,500 sq ft — $260; New Single Family Dwelling — 3,501 to 4,500 sq ft — $325; New Single Family Dwelling — over 4,500 sq ft — $325 plus $65 per each additional 1,000 sq ft or portion thereof; Manual S, J, & D Review (required when installing primary heating/cooling system) — $25; Existing Residence / Detached Shop / Modular, Manufactured or Mobile Home — $65 fee plus $10 per additional branch circuit (one circuit included in the $65), capped at the corresponding new-construction square footage fee; Temporary Construction Services Only (200 amp or less, one location) — $65; Pumps — Water, Irrigation, Sewage (each motor, up to 25 HP) — $65; Residential Spas, Hot Tubs, Swimming Pools — $65 per trip; Residential Electric Space Heating and Air Conditioning — $65; Plan Check Fee (required for grid-connected renewable energy prior to purchasing the installation permit) — $65 per hour; Requested Inspection (realtor request, energize service, findings, inspector consultation) — $65 per hour. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Ketchum does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact City of Ketchum Planning & Building Department at (208) 726-7801 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Homeowner Electrical Permit Application (DOPL); Electrical Permit Worksheet (Fee Schedule). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Ketchum requires 2 inspection(s) for an electrical permit (state of idaho), in order: Rough-In, Final. Schedule each through City of Ketchum Planning & Building Department ((208) 726-7801).

Apply through City of Ketchum Planning & Building Department at 191 5th St. West (P.O. Box 2315), Ketchum, ID 83340. Phone: (208) 726-7801, email: participate@ketchumidaho.org. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Official information: https://www.ketchumidaho.org/planning-building/page/building-services.

The State of Idaho Division of Building Safety (DBS/DOPL), not the City of Ketchum. The City's own Inspections page confirms: 'All mechanical, electrical and plumbing inspections are handled by the State of Idaho.' Apply at dbs.idaho.gov.

Yes. Idaho state law allows a homeowner to obtain their own electrical permit for work on a primary or secondary residence and associated non-commercial outbuildings. The permit is purchased from DOPL, not the City, and all work must pass state inspection.