Permit Applications

NOTICE

All Permit Applications have been updated for 2021.

Only the current applications will be accepted.

Submittal requirements for each permit type are detailed within the corresponding application. Fillable forms of the Permit Applications can be found in the links below. Please do NOT submit payment until applications have been reviewed by City staff.

NOTE: Most permits are valid for a period of six (6) months from the date of issue. Permits may be renewed after expiration for an additional fee. A Permit renewal form can also be found within the links below.

Completed Permit Applications and Renewal Forms and other necessary documentation may be returned using the following methods:

In person: City Hall: 213 2nd St. NE Watford City, ND

Mail: City of Watford City: P.O. Box 494 Watford City, ND 58854

Fax: 1(701)444-3004

Email: (as PDF) to Becky ( basmith@nd.gov ) and/or LaRissa (lbertram@nd.gov)

Related Links

Letter to Permit Holders

Construction Types and Occupancy Classifications

Building Valuation Data Chart for Building Permit Reference

Commercial Building Permit Application

Demolition Permit Application

Fence Permit Application

General Permit Application (+insurance claim repairs)

Moving Permit Application

Permit Renewal Form

Residential Building Permit Application

Septic Permit Application

Storage Permit Application

Building Department

About the Department

Permit Applications

City Contractor Licensing

Permit Records

RETURN TO DEPARTMENTS

Building Department

213 2nd St NE
PO Box 494
Watford City, ND 58854

Steven Williams, Building Inspector

Direct: 701-444-8414

Cell: 701-651-7826

swwilliams@nd.gov

In Watford I got to go to my first National Park. I made some friends and we went to the badlands and saw things we never heard of before like jackrabbits and mule deer. In my opinion Watford is the best city ever!

~ Justice C Staton-Grade 5