Fargo City Building Department in Fargo, North Dakota

Visiting a building department requires preparation — bring complete construction drawings, a site plan showing property boundaries and setbacks, and your contractor's license number if applicable. Fargo City Building Department is located at 200 3rd Street North, Fargo, ND. Over-the-counter permit applications are often processed same-day for simple projects, while complex commercial plans may require several weeks for plan review.

About Fargo City Building Department

The Fargo City Building Department, located in Fargo, North Dakota, ensures the construction of safe buildings, primarily through the development and enforcement of building codes. The Building Department establishes building codes and standards for the construction of buildings and addresses virtually all aspects of construction, including design requirements, building materials, parking, resistance to natural disasters, and trades such as electric and plumbing.

• Building permit applications, fees, and required documentation at Fargo City Building Department
• Construction plan review status and approval timelines
• Scheduling required inspections for foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, and final
• Zoning setbacks, height limits, and land use regulations in this jurisdiction