Building Permit Information
If you build ANY STRUCTURE over 200 square feet (small shed), you MUST have an approved building permit.
Below you will find the appropriate applications and order of processes.​​​​
Building Permit Process
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Submit the appropriate application to the City of Potlatch along with your construction plans.
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The City will then submit your application and plans to the City's Building Inspector at Latah County.
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Latah County Inspector will then review the application and building plans. If changes are needed, they will contact the name on the application. If they approve the application and the plans, you will pay the permit fee to the City of Potlatch and City Hall will then issue you a Building Permit.
BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION FORMS
Min./Max Set Back Requirements
Building Valuation & Fee Schedule
City
Zoning
Map
Mobile Home Permit Application
Mobile Home Instructions Handout
Stairs, Landings, Guardrails, Handrails Information
MECHANICAL permits need to get an electrical permit from the State of Idaho.
PLUMBING& ELECTRICAL Permits must be applied for through the Idaho Division of Building Safety.
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Click on the link below to download the State Permits:
http://dbs.idaho.gov/permits/index.html
There will be a $2.50 administrative fee added to all permits issued.
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City of Potlatch Building Code Ordinance #516
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BUILDING INSPECTOR:
Latah County
Office telephone (208) 883-7220
Hours: Monday - Friday
If you require extra telephone conversations with Latah County or site visits, you may be charged an extra $50.00 per hour.
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Any structure that you build: decks, stairs, additions, garages, storage sheds over 200 sq. ft., remodeling inside your home, windows or roofs MUST have an approved building permit before anything can be constructed.