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Residential Building Permit (New Construction, Additions, Remodels) in Notus, Idaho

Required for new single-family residence construction, residential additions (including attached garages/carports), and residential remodels involving structural changes in the City of Notus. Issued by the City of Notus Building Department; plans are also routed through Planning and Zoning approval.

Reviewed 2026-07-08 · Source

When you need this permit

  • New single-family residence construction requires a building permit and Planning & Zoning approval before Building Department approval
  • Residential additions, including attached garages/carports, require a permit
  • Residential remodels requiring structural changes require a permit
  • Reroofing, free-standing sheds over 200 sq ft, box car units, installation of larger windows, and anything attached to the home (e.g., a patio cover) require a permit per the City's community guidance
  • 3 complete sets of plans and specifications required, drawn to scale
  • Flood plain determination required on application; elevation certificate required if property is in a flood plain

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Fee schedule

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Review timeline

Plan review
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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Foundation

    Footings, reinforcement, and frost walls before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Framing

    Roof, wall, and floor framing after rough-in trades, before wall cover

  3. 3

    Mechanical Rough-In

    HVAC and ducting systems installed per the Mechanical Plan

  4. 4

    Final

    Building Department final approval; all work complete per approved plans

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

Tips

  • Notus's Building Department is small and part-time — City Hall is open Mon/Tue/Thu 8:30 AM–5:00 PM and Wed 8:30 AM–12:00 PM only, closed Fridays. Call ahead: 208-459-6212.
  • Building Inspector Steve Pierson can be reached directly at 208-440-3861 or piersonsteve11@gmail.com.
  • New single-family residence permits require Planning and Zoning approval before Building Department approval is granted — budget time for both steps.
  • Notus uses the statewide Idaho Division of Building Safety adopted codes (2018 IBC/IRC/IECC family) rather than a custom local code — no Notus-specific structural design criteria (frost depth, snow load, wind speed) were found published online.
  • Plumbing, mechanical, and electrical permits are issued through Idaho state agencies (DOPL), not the City — the City's building permit covers the structural/building portion only.
  • The city's own permit application form has no printed fee table; the permit fee is calculated and filled in by City staff ('Office Use Only' section) at submission — confirm the exact amount with City Hall before budgeting.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. New single-family residence construction requires a City of Notus building permit, Planning and Zoning approval, and Building Department approval. Apply at Notus City Hall, 375 Notus Road.

Notus does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact City of Notus Building Department at 208-459-6212 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Residential Building Permit Application; Site Plan; Foundation Plan; Floor Plan; Roof, Wall, and Floor Framing Plan; Elevations; Mechanical Plan; Building Section; Energy Code Compliance Form (REScheck). Depending on your project, Notus may also ask for: Elevation Certificate. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Notus requires 4 inspection(s) for a residential building permit (new construction, additions, remodels), in order: Foundation, Framing, Mechanical Rough-In, Final. Schedule each through City of Notus Building Department (208-459-6212).

Apply through City of Notus Building Department at 375 Notus Road, PO Box 257, Notus, ID 83656. Phone: 208-459-6212, email: notuscityclerk@gmail.com. Office hours: Mon, Tue, Thu 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Wed 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM; closed Fridays. Official information: https://www.notusidaho.org/forms--apps--permits.html.

Notus, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), with Idaho amendments; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), Parts I, II, III and IX, with Idaho amendments (Idaho Residential Code, 2020 Edition); 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), with Idaho amendments (Idaho Energy Conservation Code, 2020 Edition); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2018 International Residential Code Parts V & VI (residential mechanical/fuel gas); 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code, based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code; 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), with amendments; 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), administered by the Idaho State Fire Marshal; Notus City Code Title 8 — Building Regulations. Local amendments apply — see the Notus overview page for the full list.

The City of Notus's residential building permit application calculates the Permit Fee, Plan Review fee, Sewer Fee, and Water Fee in an 'Office Use Only' section at the time of submission based on project valuation; no separate published fee schedule could be located online. Contact Notus City Hall at 208-459-6212 for the current fee amount before applying.

These trade permits are issued through Idaho state agencies (the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses), not the City of Notus. Only the structural/building permit is issued locally by the Notus Building Department.

Sources & verification

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

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