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New Residence in City Limits in McCall, Idaho

Required for construction of a new single-family dwelling within McCall city limits. Covers structural construction, plan review, and coordination with Public Works for water/sewer connections.

Verified 2026-07-07 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Applies to all new single-family dwellings within McCall city limits (a separate 'New Residence in Impact Area' process existed but the City stopped accepting Impact Area applications as of November 30, 2025)
  • Structures greater than 3,500 square feet within city limits must include plans prepared by an Idaho-licensed architect (or an out-of-state architect with an Idaho practice agreement)
  • Single-family residences exceeding 5,000 total square feet require Planning and Zoning Commission Design Review (minimum 45-day review period after a complete application, plus a pre-application conference and public hearing)
  • Submit application, plans, and required forms through the online Permit Application Portal (app.govwell.com/mccall-id)
  • A Public Works Permit application and Water Infrastructure Sizing Worksheet must be submitted for any project needing a City water/sewer connection

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Fee schedule

Building Permit — valuation $1 to $500Resolution 24-11 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, eff. July 25, 2024; permit fee calculated using 100% of project valuation
$23.50
Building Permit — valuation $501 to $2,000
$23.50 for the first $500, plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $2,001 to $25,000
$69.25 for the first $2,000, plus $14 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $25,001 to $50,000
$391.75 for the first $25,000, plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $50,001 to $100,000
$643.75 for the first $50,000, plus $7 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $100,001 to $500,000
$993.75 for the first $100,000, plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000
$3,233.75 for the first $500,000, plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Building Permit — valuation $1,000,001 and up
$5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000, plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Plan Review FeeResolution 24-11; due upon invoice and must be paid before plans enter the review queue
65% of the calculated Building Permit fee
Re-inspection
$85 per additional inspection

Review timeline

Plan reviewMcCall’s published plan-review target
20–20 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Foundation/Footings

    Before concrete pour — footing size, rebar, and ventilation verified against approved plans

  2. 2

    Framing

    Structural framing, wall bracing/shear walls, and roof framing verified

  3. 3

    Final

    All work complete per approved plans, ready for occupancy

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

Tips

  • Both the old and new (GovWell) permit portals were temporarily active during 2026 transition; new applications should use the GovWell system at app.govwell.com/mccall-id.
  • Invoices are emailed within 2-3 business days of application; plans are not reviewed until the Plan Review Fee is paid.
  • Allow 4 business weeks for permit issuance overall; this can extend during the busy summer season or if submitted documentation is incomplete.
  • Water connection fees (ERUs, meter size, meter purchase) are determined separately by the City Water Department after the Public Works Permit application is reviewed, and must be paid before permit issuance.
  • The City stopped accepting 'New Residence in Impact Area' applications as of November 30, 2025 — impact-area residential applications should contact the Building Department directly for current process.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if the structure exceeds 3,500 square feet within city limits, plans must be prepared by an Idaho-licensed architect (or an out-of-state architect with an Idaho practice agreement).

In McCall, the published Building Permit — valuation $1 to $500 is: $23.50. Additional published fees: Building Permit — valuation $501 to $2,000 — $23.50 for the first $500, plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 — $69.25 for the first $2,000, plus $14 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $25,001 to $50,000 — $391.75 for the first $25,000, plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $50,001 to $100,000 — $643.75 for the first $50,000, plus $7 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $100,001 to $500,000 — $993.75 for the first $100,000, plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 — $3,233.75 for the first $500,000, plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Building Permit — valuation $1,000,001 and up — $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000, plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; Plan Review Fee — 65% of the calculated Building Permit fee; Re-inspection — $85 per additional inspection. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

The City states 'allow 4 business weeks for permit issuance,' though processing can extend during the busy summer season or if any required documentation is incomplete.

You'll need: Project Information Form; Maintenance During Construction Form; Public Works Permit Application and Water Infrastructure Sizing Worksheet; Application and Contract for Water Utility Service; Construction Plans (electronic PDF); Structural Calculations; Sewer Permit or Septic Permit. Depending on your project, McCall may also ask for: HOA Approval. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

McCall requires 3 inspection(s) for a new residence in city limits permit, in order: Foundation/Footings, Framing, Final. Schedule each through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) ((208) 634-7142).

Apply through City of McCall Building Department (Community & Economic Development) at 216 East Park Street, McCall, ID 83638. Phone: (208) 634-7142, email: rsantiago-govier@mccall.id.us. Office hours: Mon–Fri, City Hall business hours (contact Permit Technician at (208) 634-7052 for scheduling). Official information: https://www.mccall.id.us/228/Building-Department.

McCall, Idaho has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC); 2020 IRC — Idaho Residential Code (based on the 2018 IRC), Parts I, II, III, IX as amended, with Appendices A, B, C, D, and R (Tiny Homes); 2020 IECC — Idaho Energy Conservation Code (residential portion amended); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2018 IRC Parts V (Mechanical) and VI (Fuel Gas); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2018 International Fire Code (IFC); 2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities; 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; 1991 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; McCall City Code Title 2 (Building Regulations), Chapter 1 — Applicable Codes, as amended by Ordinance 988 (eff. 4/27/2020). Local amendments apply — see the McCall overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

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

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

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