Building Services

Department Responsibilities and Services

Responsibilities

The Ketchum Planning and Building Department is dedicated to upholding the highest standards for construction, Life Safety systems, and health. The Building Department is responsible for the issuance of building permits and building inspections for construction projects. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, plans, specifications, calculations, and documents are reviewed and approved to ensure compliance with adopted building codes and local amendments. Building Department staff believe in working collaboratively with design professionals, contractors, and property owners, as well as coordinating with City departments, to ensure the effective administration of building safety laws and compliance with adopted building codes and local ordinances.

Services

The City’s Building Department migration project is complete. Changes include a full-time building official/inspector and the new building permit application and tracking software, CommunityConnect.

The software enables you to submit permit applications, respond to or resubmit requests during the plan review, track application status,  schedule inspections, and view documentation associated with your permit throughout the process. See more at https://www.ketchumidaho.org/planning-building/page/permits. 

A building permit is required when alterations, additions or demolitions are made to an existing building or when any new construction is undertaken. Normal building maintenance does not require a building permit in most instances. Unsure if your upcoming project will require a building permit? We are here to help! Click here to learn more about when is a building permit is required?

Hours of Construction (KMC 8.08.050.14)
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays. Work is prohibited on Sundays and holidays. Refer to the Ketchum Municipal Code for specific details.

Inspections
As inspection requirements vary depending on the scope of the construction project, required inspections will be determined at the time of building permit issuance. Inspections include footings and foundation, framing, insulation, masonry/concrete, roofing, and a final inspection prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the building or a Certificate of Completion for the project. Click the link below for inspection scheduling information.
For zoning and subdivision codes and information on maps and plans, click here to visit the Planning Services page.