The City of Watford City requires building inspections. Permit holders must schedule an inspection 24 hours prior to inspection. To schedule an inspection, inquire about the inspection process, or whether an inspection is required, please contact City Building Inspector, Steve Williams at 701-444-8414, or email at swwilliams@nd.gov.
The City of Watford City and The State of North Dakota have adopted the following building codes: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
Article 8 of Chapter VI-Business Regulations & Licenses states a person may not engage in the business nor act in the capacity of a contractor within the city when the cost, value, or price per job exceeds the sum of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) without first having received a City Contractor License. This is applicable...
Accessory structures under 120 square feet and under shall be allowed without a permit. Accessory structures 120 square feet to 1,000 square feet must be approved by the building official.
All real estate is valued as of February 1st of each year. Any change in assessment that results in a 10% increase and a $3,000 assessed value increase requires that the owner be contacted. The county then calculates taxes for each parcel based on budgeted needs of government entities. The local governments' operating revenue is...
You can view this map of City garbage routes to determine if you’re within the city boundaries for utilities and services. If you have questions, please call City Hall at (701)-444-2533.
Utility Bill payments are due by the 20th of each month (unless otherwise stated on bill card) but should be payable upon receipt. A penalty of 1.75% of the balance will be charged to any account that becomes delinquent.
The Bakken Area Skills Center currently offers classes for Certified Medical Assistant and a practical nursing program, with plans to expand options in the near-future.
