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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Idaho City, Idaho.

Verified 2026-07-08 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
511 Main St., PO Box 130, Idaho City, ID 83631
Phone
(208) 392-4584
Office hours
Mon–Thu 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (closed 12:00–1:00 PM); Fri by appointment

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction, Additions & Alterations)

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footings

    Before concrete pour — forms, rebar, footing size and depth, and anchor bolt placement per the residential structural plan review checklist

  2. 2

    Framing

    Floor framing, wall bracing, roof framing, and structural connections before wall cover — per the 2017 Idaho Residential Code

  3. 3

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans, ready for occupancy

Applies to: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical (DOPL)

    Circuit, conduit, and disconnect placement before concealment, if applicable — inspected by the state-assigned DOPL electrical inspector for Boise County/Idaho City

  2. 2

    Final Electrical (DOPL)

    Charger mounted, circuit labeled, and installation verified per the National Electrical Code as adopted statewide by DOPL

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation/Footing (ground-mount) or Framing (rooftop racking)

    Racking or ground-mount foundation structural attachment verified before panels are installed

  2. 2

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans; electrical interconnection is separately inspected by Idaho DOPL, not the City

Final inspection only: Demolition Permit

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.

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

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