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Tenant Improvement (TI) Permit in Notus, Idaho

Required for remodel/build-out work within an existing commercial building (tenant improvement) in Notus. Issued by the City of Notus Building Department using the same 'Commercial Building Permit Application' (Rev. 01/15) form used for new commercial construction, but under a distinct, lighter 'Tenant Improvement' checklist — since the underlying building shell, site, and foundation are presumed already permitted.

Reviewed 2026-08-02 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Tenant Improvement (interior remodel/build-out of an existing commercial space) requires a City of Notus Commercial Building Permit Application under the 'Tenant Improvement' checklist section
  • 2 complete sets of plans and specifications required, drawn to scale
  • Applicant must state both project square footage AND project value ($) on the application — the 'Project Value' field is specific to the Tenant Improvement checklist and is not present on the 'New Commercial Building' checklist of the same form
  • Idaho Contractor Name & Registration Number required on the application
  • Building Code Analysis required, covering construction type, occupant load, required exits, and fire sprinklers
  • Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Elevations, Drainage Plans, and Landscape Plan are NOT part of the Tenant Improvement checklist (unlike the New Commercial Building checklist on the same form), consistent with TI scope being interior work within an existing shell

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Fee schedule

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    Tips

    • Tenant Improvement uses the same 'Commercial Building Permit Application' (Rev. 01/15) as new commercial construction, but under a lighter checklist — no Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Elevations, Drainage Plans, or Landscape Plan required, since the work is inside an existing building shell.
    • The Tenant Improvement checklist asks for Project Value ($) in addition to Square Footage — a field not present on the New Commercial Building checklist of the same form.
    • 2 complete sets of plans/specs are required, and an Idaho Contractor Name & Registration Number must be listed on the application.
    • As with all other Notus permit types, the fee is calculated manually by City staff in the 'Office Use Only' section — no published fee schedule exists. Call 208-459-6212 to confirm before budgeting.
    • Electrical and Plumbing Plans must be submitted with the TI application for plan review, but the actual electrical and plumbing work permits are issued separately by Idaho state agencies (DOPL), not the City.

    Frequently asked questions

    Notus requires a tenant improvement (ti) permit for: Tenant Improvement (interior remodel/build-out of an existing commercial space) requires a City of Notus Commercial Building Permit Application under the 'Tenant Improvement' checklist section; 2 complete sets of plans and specifications required, drawn to scale; Applicant must state both project square footage AND project value ($) on the application — the 'Project Value' field is specific to the Tenant Improvement checklist and is not present on the 'New Commercial Building' checklist of the same form; Idaho Contractor Name & Registration Number required on the application; Building Code Analysis required, covering construction type, occupant load, required exits, and fire sprinklers; Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Elevations, Drainage Plans, and Landscape Plan are NOT part of the Tenant Improvement checklist (unlike the New Commercial Building checklist on the same form), consistent with TI scope being interior work within an existing shell. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Notus Building Department at 208-459-6212 before starting work.

    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: Commercial Building Permit Application; Cover Sheet; Building Code Analysis; Floor Plan; Roof, Wall, and Floor Framing Plan; Mechanical Plan; Electrical Plan; Plumbing Plan; Energy Code Compliance Form (COMCheck). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

    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.

    No — Notus uses the same 'Commercial Building Permit Application' (Rev. 01/15) form for both new commercial construction and Tenant Improvement projects, distinguished by which checklist section (New Commercial Building vs. Tenant Improvement) the applicant fills out.

    Cover Sheet, Building Code Analysis, Floor Plan, Roof/Wall/Floor Framing Plan, Mechanical Plan, Electrical Plan, Plumbing Plan, and an Energy Code Compliance Form (COMCheck). Unlike new commercial construction, a Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Elevations, Drainage Plans, and Landscape Plan are not required.

    No published fee schedule exists. City staff calculate the Permit Fee, Plan Review, Sewer Fee, and Water Fee manually based on the Project Value the applicant states on the application. Contact Notus City Hall at 208-459-6212 for the current fee amount before applying.

    Sources & verification

    Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-08-02.

    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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