Bismarck Residential Building Permit Guide

Bismarck permits are required for new construction, occupancy changes, additions, renovations, remodels, basement finishes, decks, sheds, garages, pools, sunrooms, gazebos, and trade work.

Permit takeaway

Bismarck lists permits as required for new construction, change of occupancy, additions, renovations, remodels, basement finish, decks, sheds, garages, pools, sunrooms, gazebos, electrical wiring, plumbing, and HVAC work.

Zoning and placement

Building Inspections administers development ordinances in Bismarck and the extra-territorial area, including building code, zoning enforcement, permitting, plan review, inspections, floodplain management, and addressing.

Building and trade review

Permit applications must be submitted and approved before a permit is issued, and construction is prohibited before the permit is approved.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the project is in the extra-territorial area, involves floodplain questions, changes occupancy, or includes building plus electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work.

Documents to prepare

• Residential building application
• Submittal checklist
• Plans
• Energy efficiency certificate when required
• Utility service agreement when required

Inspection planning

• Submit application through eTRAKiT or approved process
• Upload documents
• Wait for approval
• Call 811 before digging
• Schedule required inspections

Official sources

• Bismarck Permits Are Required For
• Bismarck Permit Applications and Forms
• Bismarck Building Inspections

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.