Commercial & Multi-Family

Building Permit Resources 

While most new construction within the City of Sandpoint requires a building permit, some small-scale projects can be completed without a permit. To understand when a building permit is and is not required, study the help sheet below: 

• When is a Building Permit NOT Required? (pdf)

Any projects beyond the scope of the specific improvements described above require a building permit. 

• For a step-by-step guide for applying for a building permit, click here.
• For information on specific types of building permits, follow the appropriate link below.
  • New Commercial, Multifamily, and Industrial Development Checklist
  • Commercial Minor/Tenant Improvement Checklist

Ready to apply for a building permit? 

Submit a Building Permit Application (pdf) through our online portal. Non-owners applying for a building permit must also submit an Owner Authorization Form (pdf) 

• For design professionals & contractors