New Single-Family Dwellings being constructed in Muscatine County will require a building permit.

As of July 1, 2014 all new dwellings must have an electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractor who are registered with the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing and with the State of Iowa. License numbers must be provided on the Building Permit Application prior to permit issuance.

A Building Permit Application must be submitted along with two copies of detailed construction plans. Plans must be drawn by either an architect, engineer, or draftsman. Plans for dwellings that are constructed using post frame construction (commonly known as “barndominiums”) will require an engineered stamp on the plans.