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Rupert building permits
VerifiedRupert, Idaho — as published 2026-07-19.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwellings, duplexes, and townhouses, plus additions, remodels, decks, fences, retaining walls, and patio covers within the City of Rupert. Issued and reviewed by the Minidoka County Building Department under the 2018 IRC, since Rupert does not operate a separate city building office.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling, duplex, or townhouse construction (not more than 3 stories above grade plane) within Rupert city limits
- Additions, remodels, decks, fences, retaining walls, and patio covers also require this permit
- Compliance with the 2018 International Residential Code and city zoning setbacks (5' side/rear property lines; 20' from road right-of-way edge)
- Separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/mechanical work
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Application PacketMinidoka County Building Department's own application form plus general information sheet, per the Residential Building Permit Guide.
- RequiredTwo (2) sets of plans, minimum 11"x17", to scaleMust include a Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Roof Framing Plan, Wall Section/Connections detail, and Elevations (front, back, both sides), per the Residential Plan Review Submittal Checklist.
- OptionalFloodplain elevation certificateRequired only for projects within Minidoka County's designated flood plain areas, from a certified engineer or surveyor, per the Residential Plan Review Submittal Checklist.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (Project-Valuation-Based) | Calculated from Project Value using the Building Department's fee schedule; no dollar-per-valuation-bracket table was found published online | Per the Residential and Commercial Building Permit Guides: "Project Value is used to calculate fees for the building permit. Show full citationHidePer the Residential and Commercial Building Permit Guides: "Project Value is used to calculate fees for the building permit. Project Value is the total value of the construction work for which the permit is issued, including overhead and profit as well as finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, elevators, fire extinguishing systems, other permanent equipment, and owner supplied items. Project value excludes land." A dollar-figure valuation table was chased across minidoka.id.us/185/Building-Permits, minidoka.id.us/352/Residential, minidoka.id.us/179/Building-and-Zoning, the county's DocumentCenter, the iWorQ Online Web Portal (minidokacounty.portal.iworq.net), and site-wide search, and was not found published as of 2026-07-19. Contact the Building Department at (208) 436-7183 or Building@minidokacounty.id.gov for a project-specific fee quote. |
Commercial / Multi-Family Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for non-residential (office, retail, industrial, storage) and multi-family structures within the City of Rupert, including new construction, remodels/additions, and modular buildings. Issued and reviewed by the Minidoka County Building Department under the 2018 IBC.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New construction, remodel/addition, or modular building for office/professional, retail/business, industrial, storage, or multi-family use within Rupert city limits
- Compliance with the 2018 IBC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IEBC, and 2018 IECC
- Legal description of the property must accompany new construction applications
- MSDS sheets required for each chemical if the proposed occupancy stores or processes chemicals
- Fire District review/approval and (for food-preparation occupancies) South Central Health District approval required before permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Application PacketMinidoka County Building Department's own application, Code Analysis form, and Change of Occupancy Worksheet (if applicable), per the Commercial Building Permit Guide.
- RequiredTwo (2) sets of plans (min. 24"x36") to the Building Department, plus one (1) set to the applicable Fire JurisdictionMust include Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations (N/S/E/W), Building Sections/Details, Room and Finish Schedules, Structural Plans, and Conservation Elements, per the Commercial Plan Review Submittal Checklist.
- RequiredCivil Site Plan (2 sets) and Erosion/Sediment Control narrative (2 sets)Required for all parcels; scale 1:10 to 1:60, minimum sheet size 24"x36", per the Commercial Plan Review Submittal Checklist.
- OptionalMetal building or modular structural engineering designsRequired, stamped and signed by a licensed Idaho engineer, for all pre-fabricated metal/steel buildings and modular building foundations (unless classified/issued as temporary), per the Commercial Plan Review Submittal Checklist.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (Project-Valuation-Based) | Calculated from Project Value using the Building Department's fee schedule; no dollar-per-valuation-bracket table was found published online | Per the Commercial Building Permit Guide: "Project Value is used to calculate fees for the building permit... Show full citationHidePer the Commercial Building Permit Guide: "Project Value is used to calculate fees for the building permit... including overhead and profit as well as finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, elevators, fire extinguishing systems, other permanent equipment, and owner supplied items. Project value excludes land." No published dollar-figure valuation table was located as of 2026-07-19 despite the same chase performed for the Residential Building Permit (county website, DocumentCenter, iWorQ portal, site search). Contact the Building Department at (208) 436-7183 for a project-specific fee quote. |
Manufactured Home Permit
VerifiedRequired for manufactured/mobile home, modular, and double-wide placement within the City of Rupert. Only Class A manufactured homes are permitted within city limits where single-family residences are allowed; Class B and C homes are restricted to unincorporated county areas and mobile home parks. Issued and reviewed by the Minidoka County Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Manufactured, modular, double-wide, or other factory-built home placement within Rupert city limits
- Must qualify as a Class A manufactured home under the county's zoning-use table if placed on an individual residential lot within city limits (multisectional, minimum 20' wide, minimum 1,000 total sq ft, permanent foundation, constructed after June 15, 1976)
- Homes manufactured before June 15, 1976 that are being relocated must have a Mobile Home Compliance Rehabilitation Certificate from the Idaho Division of Building Safety before a permit application, per Idaho Code 44-2503
- Proof of ownership and proof that property taxes are current, per the Manufactured Home Permit Guide
- Separate electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits required — excluded from the placement fee
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured Home Application PacketMinidoka County Building Department's own application, per the Manufactured Home Permit Guide.
- RequiredTwo (2) sets of plans, minimum 11"x17", to scaleSite Plan, Foundation/Blocking-and-Anchoring Plan, Floor Plan, Skirting Details, and Elevations, per the Manufactured Home Review Submittal Checklist.
- OptionalExterior photos of all sidesRequired for used/existing homes; not applicable to new homes, per the Manufactured Home Review Submittal Checklist.
- RequiredLegal documents showing ownership, make, model, and yearPer the Manufactured Home Review Submittal Checklist.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-wide section placement | $150 | Per Minidoka County's Manufactured Homes page (minidoka.id.us/183/Manufactured-Homes). |
| Multiple-section placement | $200 | Per Minidoka County's Manufactured Homes page (minidoka.id.us/183/Manufactured-Homes). |
| Concrete foundation | Additional cost, varies by home size — specific dollar figure not published | Minidoka County's Manufactured Homes page states a concrete foundation carries an additional cost that varies by home size, without publishing a specific dollar figure as of 2026-07-19. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-19.
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