Building Information
The Planning and Building Department assists property owners, developers, and contractors with their construction projects from the application through the issuance of the Occupancy/Completion Certificates.
The Planning and Building Department reviews construction documents, issues building permits, and inspects all construction activities within the City of Victor.
Permit information, application links, and helpful checklists are in the expandable links below. Permit applications can be submitted through the Application Portal . The department strives to complete building permit reviews within 15 business days of the application date. In order to ensure an effective and efficient compliance review, all permit applications must be complete. If an application is incomplete or intent is not clearly defined, then the application will be rejected.
A Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion will be issued for all construction projects regulated by Title 7 of the Municipal Code: Building Regulations adopted by the City of Victor.
The Planning and Building Department also is responsible for responding to possible Code Enforcement requests related to the enforcement of Title 7 of the Municipal Code: Building Regulations and Title 10 of the Municipal Code: Land Development Code (LDC) .
PAYMENT: The City will never ask for payment via wire transfer. The fee schedule available online and payment information is always emailed via iworq (out permitting software). If you ever get a request for payment that is not consistent with this please contact the City via the staff person you have been working with our main office number 208-274-7082. Do not use the email or phone number in the payment request.
Please submit applications through the Online Portal . Find helpful information below on requirements, instructions, and more.
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
For an application to be deemed complete, the submission shall include the following materials:
- Site Plan
- Building Construction Drawings
- Warranty Deed
- Notarized Authorization Letter from the property owner (if applicable)
- Industrial Users Survey (required for all mixed use, multi-family, commercial, and industrial building permits)
Fees
Permit Review Fees are due before the City will begin our review process. Permit Review fees are based on square footage and valuation according to the ICC
Impact Fees are due before the building permit can be issued. Impact Fees are based on the square footage for each unit.
Inspection Fees are assessed after all inspections are completed and are required to be paid before the Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion is issued. Inspections Fees are $96.00 per inspection.
In addition to the Building Permit Fees, every permit that requires a new utility connection or is increasing ERUs through the permitting process, will be required to apply for a Utility Connection Permit through Public Works.
Sewer Connection Fee is $2,125.00 per ERU
Water Connection Fee is $3,420.00 per ERU
Each connection will also be required to pay for the meter, meter pit, and antenna.
Design Standards and Guidelines
Please know that in addition to the standards in the City of Victor Land Development Code, your development may also be subject to an additional design review. The standards and guidelines for this design review, as well as their applicability, can be found in Title 7, Section 3 of the City of Victor’s Municipal Code. Applicants are encouraged to ensure their development’s compliance with the Design Standards and Guidelines prior to submitting their application. Approval of developments to which these standards apply may be delayed if the proposed development does not meet the design standards.
Garage Placement
For all single family home permits please be aware of the City's Parking Location Requirements, found in Section 8.19 of Title 10 Land Development Code in the Victor Municipal Code. Garage-forward designs are not allowed.
Site Development
The Site Plan must be drawn to scale and include a North arrow and legend for all of the existing and proposed features. An Idaho-licensed architect’s stamp is required for all new construction. Site plan approval may be delayed if required features are absent in the submitted site plan. The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Site Plans for review.
- Property lines (Include dimensions) and proposed building envelope
- Street(s) labeled and existing sidewalks shown
- All existing property features (buildings, patios, driveway, trees sidewalk, etc.)
- All recorded easements located on the property
- Natural features on-site (floodplain, wetlands, creek, etc.)
- Setbacks (front, side, side interior, rear)
- Total lot coverage (includes existing and proposed building & impervious surfaces. List square footage of each feature or total per lot.)
- Parking & driveway size & material (concrete, gravel, etc.)
- Width of the driveway (Measured as a straight line between the two corners with abut the public right of way.)
- Parking stalls (location and dimensions, Number of individual stalls, or total quantity)
- Water line & meter (proposed and existing)
- Sewer Line (proposed and existing)
- Work proposed in the City ROW (road cuts, excavation, grading, etc.)
- Any fencing to be installed and height
- Grading Plan
- Stormwater Management Plan
- Truss Package (if using pre-engineered truss packages)
- Foundation Plan
- Roof Plan
- Floor Plan
- Landscaping Plan
Utility Connection Dates
Due to the City of Victor’s location and climate, new public utility connections are limited to the short summer months unless exceptions are made by the public works department due to exceptional weather. New connections are otherwise permitted between April 15 and October 15. More detailed Utility Connections requirements and applications can be found here.
Property Covenants
Although the City does not enforce contracts amongst private property land owners, Idaho courts do recognize properly authorized and recorded covenants, conditions, and restrictions as a contract and Idaho courts will enforce them. It is highly recommended that you obtain a letter of compliance for your records from your property owner’s association regarding your proposed improvements before you commence construction.
Outdoor Lighting
All outdoor lighting is required to comply with Section 11. 4 of the Land Development Code. The following are required if any outdoor lighting is proposed.
- Photometric Plan (Required for Outdoor Lighting in Commercial Projects)
- Fixture Spec Sheet & Lumen / Color Temperature Information (Required for All Proposed Outdoor Lighting)
HELPFUL LINKS
The City of Victor maintains several contracts for Mechanical, Building, Public Works, and Fire inspections.
- Plumbing and Electrical Inspections are handled through the State of Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses and NOT through the City of Victor.
- Inspections are performed only on regular business days. Inspections cannot be guaranteed with less than 48 hours notice (or two business days).
The information for scheduling inspections is listed below:
Building Inspector: Georg Behrens of Sunrise Engineering. Call 800-560-6151 to schedule inspections. Next-day inspections must be scheduled before 3 pm.
Mechanical Inspector: Wyatt Penfold: Contact Wyatt to schedule at 208-709-6810
Public Works Director: Nate Beard: To schedule, call 208-317-3719
Fire Marshall: Earle Giles of Teton County Fire: To schedule, call 208-715-5201
Fees
Inspection Fees are assessed after all inspections are completed and are required to be paid before the Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion is issued.
La temporada de construcción ya está aquÃ. El siguiente post contiene la información más actualizada para solicitar su próxima inspección de edificios.
La ciudad de Victor mantiene varios contratos para la mecánica, la construcción, las obras públicas, y las inspecciones de incendios. Las inspecciones de plomerÃa y electricidad se manejan a través del Estado de Idaho y no a través de la ciudad de VÃctor. Las inspecciones se realizan sólo en dÃas hábiles regulares. Las inspecciones no se pueden garantizar con menos de 48 horas de antelación (o dos dÃas hábiles). La información para la programación de las inspecciones se enumeran a continuación:
- Georg Behrens, inspector de construcción/framing- llama 800-560-6151
      Las inspecciones al dÃa siguiente deben programarse antes de las 3 de la tarde.
- Wyatt Penfold, Inspector Mecánico – llama 208-709-6810
- Nate Beard, Director de Obras Públicas - llama 208-317-3719
- Earle Giles, Jefe de Bomberos - llama 208-715-5201
Minor Building Permit Applications apply to any work for Mechanical Only, Lighting, Fencing, and Minor Framing Only
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
In order for an application to be deemed complete, the submission shall include the following materials:
- Site Plan (only needed if the proposed work is outside of the existing footprint of the existing structure)
- Building Construction Drawings
- Warranty Deed
- Notarized Authorization Letter from property owner (if applicable)
- Site Development
Fees
Permit Review Fees are due before the City will begin our review process.
Impact Fees are due before the building permit can be issued.
Inspection Fees are assessed after all inspections are completed and are required to be paid before the Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion is issued.
Site Plan
The Site Plan must be drawn to scale and include a North arrow and legend for all of the existing and proposed features. An Idaho-licensed architect’s stamp is required for all new commercial construction. Site plan approval may be delayed if required features are absent in the submitted site plan. The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Site Plans for review.
- Property lines (Include dimensions) and proposed building envelope
- Street(s) labeled and existing sidewalks shown
- All existing property features (buildings, patios, driveway, trees sidewalk, etc.)
- All recorded easements located on the property
- Natural features on-site (floodplain, wetlands, creek, etc.)
- Setbacks (front, side, side interior, rear)
- Water line & meter (proposed and existing)
- Sewer Line (proposed and existing)
- Work proposed in the City ROW (road cuts, excavation, grading, etc.)
- Any fencing to be installed and height
- Property Covenants
Although the City does not enforce contracts amongst private property land owners, Idaho courts do recognize properly authorized and recorded covenants, conditions, and restrictions as a contract and Idaho courts will enforce them. It is highly recommended that you obtain a letter of compliance for your records from your property owner’s association regarding your proposed improvements before you commence construction.
Outdoor Lighting
All outdoor lighting is required to comply with Section 11. 4 of the Land Development Code . The following are required if any outdoor lighting is proposed.
·      Photometric Plan (Required for Outdoor Lighting in Commercial Projects)
·      Fixture Spec Sheet & Lumen / Color Temperature Information (Required for All Proposed Outdoor Lighting)
HELPFUL LINKS
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
In order for an application to be deemed complete, the submission shall include the following materials:
- Site Plan (for structure being moved onto a property only)
- Building Construction Drawings (for foundation and placement of a structure being moved)
- Warranty Deed
- Notarized Authorization Letter from property owner (if applicable)
- Verification that all utilities have been properly disconnected (for Demo and Moving off a site only)
Fees
Permit Review Fees are due before the City will begin our review process.
Inspection Fees are assessed after all inspections are completed and are required to be paid before the Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion is issued.
Site Development
For the placement of structure being move onto a property within Victor the Site Plan must be drawn to scale and include a North arrow and legend for all of the existing and proposed features. An Idaho-licensed architect’s stamp is required for all new commercial construction. An Idaho licensed architect’s stamp is required for all remodels/construction over 2500 square feet. Site plan approval may be delayed if required features are absent in the submitted site plan.
The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Site Plans for review.
- Property lines (Include dimensions) and proposed building envelope
- Street(s) labeled and existing sidewalks shown
- All existing property features (buildings, patios, driveway, trees sidewalk, etc.)
- All recorded easements located on the property
- Natural features on site (floodplain, wetlands, creek, etc.)
- Setbacks (front, side, side interior, rear)
- Total lot coverage (includes existing and proposed building & impervious surfaces. List square footage of each feature or total per lot.)
- Parking & driveway size & Material (concrete, gravel, etc.)
- Width of driveway (Measured as a straight line between the two corners with abut the public right of way.)
- Parking stalls (location and dimensions, Number individual stalls or total quantity)
- Water line & meter (proposed and existing)
- Sewer Line (proposed and existing)
- Work proposed in the City ROW (road cuts, excavation, grading, etc.)
- Any fencing to be installed and height
- Grading Plan
- Stormwater Management Plan
- Truss Package (if using pre-engineered truss packages)
- Foundation Plan
- Roof Plan
- Floor Plan
- Landscaping Plan
Utility Connection Dates (for structure being moved onto a property only)
Due to the City of Victor’s location and climate, new public utility connections are limited to the short summer months unless exceptions are made by the public works department due to exceptional weather. New connections are otherwise permitted between April 15 and October 15. More detailed Utility Connections requirements and applications can be found here.
Property Covenants (for structure being moved onto a property only)
Although the City does not enforce contracts amongst private property land owners, Idaho courts do recognize properly authorized and recorded covenants, conditions, and restrictions as a contract and Idaho courts will enforce them. It is highly recommended that you obtain a letter of compliance for your records from your property owner’s association regarding your proposed improvements before you commence construction.
Outdoor Lighting (for structure being moved onto a property only)
All outdoor lighting is required to comply with Section 11. 4 of the Land Development Code. The following are required if any outdoor lighting is proposed.
- Photometric Plan (Required for Outdoor Lighting in Commercial Projects)
- Fixture Spec Sheet & Lumen / Color Temperature Information (Required for All Proposed Outdoor Lighting)
HELPFUL LINKS
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
SIGN COPY:
A scaled drawing of the sign including dimensions of all sign faces; descriptions and colors of material to be used for sign faces and support structures, including all posts and hardware. Drawing must be in color.
SITE PLAN:
Drawn to scale which specifies the location of the building and sign(s) in relationship to streets, buildings and property lines, recorded easements, and proposed new sign structure, as well as the size, dimensions and location of all existing signs. The site plan must specify the sign location and height. (Not applicable for wall mounted signs)
BUILDING ELEVATIONS:
A scaled drawing which specifies the location and height of the proposed new sign, as well as the location and size of any other signs on the building relating to this business. (Not applicable for non-wall mounted signs)
LIGHTING PLAN:
A detailed sign lighting plan which clearly indicates the location, type and wattage of all sign lighting fixtures. (Not applicable if there are no lights proposed)
MULTI-TENANT SIGN PLAN:
Multi-tenant Sign Plan: Tenants of buildings with multiple occupants must include a copy of the approved overall sign plan and indicate how their proposed sign(s) fit(s) into the approved plan. (If applicable)
In order to expedite the permit process the above criteria needs to be complete. Failure to do so could result in delayed approval and/or the application being returned until complete.
HELPFUL LINKS
To apply, please use the Application Portal
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
All applications are required to have an applicant that will serve as the SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT for the process.
All Site Plan and Design Review Applications most first have a Pre-Application Conference with staff before submitting their application.
In order for an application to be deemed complete, the submission shall include the following materials:
- Site Plan (requirements listed below)
- Detailed Landscape Plan (requirements listed below)
- Floor plans, drawn to scale. Show the use and dimensions of each room. If remodeling is proposed, show existing and proposed conditions.
- Building elevations, drawn to scale. Color photographs may be substituted for rendered elevation drawings when an existing structure is to undergo minor exterior alterations, and the photos depict the design materials/ colors of the new construction.
- Outdoor Lighting specifications
- Narrative Statement, describing to project.
- Warranty Deed
- Notarized Authorization Letter from property owner (if applicable)
Design Standards and Guidelines
Please know that in addition to the standards in the City of Victor Land Development Code, your development may also be subject to an additional design review. The standards and guidelines for this design review, as well as their applicability, can be found in Title 7, Section 3 of the City of Victor’s Municipal Code. Applicants are encouraged to ensure their development’s compliance with the Design Standards and Guidelines prior to submitting their application. Approval of developments to which these standards apply may be delayed if the proposed development does not meet the design standards.
Site Development
The Site Plan must be drawn to scale and include a North arrow and legend for all of the existing and proposed features. An Idaho-licensed architect’s stamp is required for all new commercial construction. An Idaho licensed architect’s stamp is required for all remodels/construction over 2500 square feet. Site plan approval may be delayed if required features are absent in the submitted site plan. The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Site Plans for review.
The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Site Plans for review.
- Scale and North Arrow
- Property lines (Include dimensions) and proposed building envelope
- Street(s) labeled and existing sidewalks shown
- All existing property features (buildings, patios, driveway, trees sidewalk, etc.)
- All recorded easements located on the property
- Natural features on site (floodplain, wetlands, creek, etc.)
- Setbacks (front, side, side interior, rear)
- Total lot coverage (includes existing and proposed building & impervious surfaces. List square footage of each feature or total per lot.)
- Parking & driveway size & Material (concrete, gravel, etc.)
- Proposed general circulation to and within the site, including loading docks
- Width of driveway (Measured as a straight line between the two corners with abut the public right of way.)
- Parking stalls (location and dimensions, Number individual stalls or total quantity)
- Water line & meter (proposed and existing)
- Sewer Line (proposed and existing)
- Work proposed in the City ROW (road cuts, excavation, grading, etc.)
- Any fencing to be installed and height
- Grading Plan
- Stormwater Management Plan, Snow storage location, and dimensions of space allocated for snow storage
- Dumper location and enclosure details (RAD Curbside Specification & Design Requirements )
Detailed Landscape Plan
The list below serves as a checklist for items necessary to include on complete Landscape Plan for review.
- Scale (the landscape plan should be the same scale as the site plan)
- Type, size and location of all existing and proposed plant materials and other ground covers. The size of plants and at planting and maturity should be included.
- Existing vegetation labeled to remain or to be removed with landscaping on adjacent properties by area(s) to be considered.
Outdoor Lighting
All outdoor lighting is required to comply with Section 11. 4 of the Land Development Code. The following are required if any outdoor lighting is proposed.
- Photometric Plan (Required for Outdoor Lighting in Commercial Projects)
- Fixture Spec Sheet & Lumen / Color Temperature Information (Required for All Proposed Outdoor Lighting)
HELPFUL LINKS
Design Standards and Guidelines
Department Contact Information
Planning and Zoning Director
Kimberly Kolner
Assistant Planner
Jordan Hoehnen