Building Division

Currently Adopted Building Codes

IBC 2018

2018 International Building Code (IBC), which is promulgated and published by the International Code Council (ICC).

IRC 2018

2018 International Residential Code (IRC), promulgated and published by the International Code Council (ICC). This stand-alone residential building code establishes standards for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses, including their accessory structures.

IEBC 2018

The 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) provides an alternative for architects, building designers, contractors, or building owner in determining what is necessary for repairs, alterations, and additions to existing buildings.  

Ordinance Changes, Synopsis, and Notes

Resources

Inspection Requests

Registered Users can request inspections on line with Customer Self Service (CSS)

Go to CSS

When requesting inspections by phone, please have the following information:

  1. Permit number
  2.  Address
  3. Your name and phone number
  4. Time (am or pm) and date when the job will be ready
  5. Location on jobsite if needed
  6. Any instructions for entry or access

The inspector will not enter an occupied dwelling unless an adult or contractor is present and gives permission.

Contacts

Building Information General Line:
605-367-8251

Building Services Inspection Requests:
605-367-8670

Building Inspection Manager- Central
Neil King
605- 367-8688
Nking@siouxfalls.org

Building Inspector South-Central
Brian Thill
605-367-8691
bthill@siouxfalls.org

Building Inspector West
Chet Borah
605-367-8675
cborah@siouxfalls.org

Building Inspector East
Tony Schmidt
605-367-8033
tschmidt@siouxfalls.org

Building Inspector Southeast
Jim Welbig
605-367-8674
jwelbig@siouxfalls.org