Permits & licensing in North Dakota local government
What North Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
112 North Dakota meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Dakota with the most permits & licensing activity
- Mandan, ND (26)
- Traill County, ND (25)
- Williston, ND (21)
- Fargo, ND (15)
- Jamestown, ND (8)
- Ramsey County, ND (6)
- Ward County, ND (4)
- Wahpeton, ND (3)
- Billings County, ND (3)
- McKenzie County, ND (1)
Latest matching meetings
Traill County WRD to discuss drainage projects and 2027 budget
The Traill County Water Resource District will review bills, address public correspondence, and discuss updates for multiple drainage projects including Elm River Joint WRD and various county bridges. The board will also consider the 2027 budget and address a lawsuit.
Fargo City Commission to consider infrastructure tax and multiple bid awards
The City Commission will hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding a sales and use tax for infrastructure capital improvements. The body will also conduct public hearings on zoning changes, alcoholic beverage licenses, and Renaissance Zone rehabilitation projects.
Williston City Commission to review construction contracts and city ordinances
The Board of City Commissioners will consider several business licenses, street closures, and a second reading of Ordinance 1181 regarding the IECC. The body will also review construction contracts for the Old Armory West Step Replacement and the Parking Lot Improvement Project.
Traill County Water Resource District to review drainage projects and permits
The Traill County Water Resource District will review bank statements, approve bills, and discuss a wide range of drainage projects and permits. The meeting agenda lists over 20 specific drains for updates, culvert repairs, and tree removals.
Wahpeton City Council swears in members and discusses SPARC recreation center
The City Council held an organization meeting to elect leadership and appoint committee members. The session included public testimony regarding the proposed Southern Prairie Activity and Recreation Center (SPARC) and its overlap with the Infinity Center in Breckenridge.
First reading of ordinance amending International Energy Conservation Code
The City Commission will conduct a first reading of Ordinance 1181, which amends the International Energy Conservation Code. Other notable actions include a proposed sale of city-owned property (Lot 5 and part of Lot 6 in the Original Townsite), consideration of a liquor license transfer for North Flats Brewery, and a…
City Commission discusses bond reallocations, liquor licenses, and zoning changes
The commission will consider several public hearings regarding alcoholic beverage licenses and property rezoning for Lost Creek First Addition. Key business includes reallocating $1.5 million in bond proceeds to facility projects and selecting a proposal for the Convention Center.
Board to discuss drain projects, lawsuit, and dam rehab priority
The Traill County Water Resource District will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. in Hillsboro. Agenda items include approval of June 2 meeting minutes and bills, public forum, and updates on numerous drainage projects. Notable discussions include an appointment for dam rehabilitation priority with…
County Commission to consider Churchs Ferry property and approve liquor licenses
The Ramsey County Commission will hold a regular meeting to hear reports on an electrical upgrade in the courthouse basement and the opening of the courthouse shelter. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Churchs Ferry property and financials. New business includes approval of county liquor licenses as…
Mandan City Commission to consider preliminary plat for Keidels South Heart Terrace
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition. The body will also review a salary study report and an emergency water main replacement at 14th St NE and Collins Avenue.
Williston commission to open bids for WRRF Reuse Pipeline, hold liquor license hearing
The board will consider consent agenda items including a memorandum of understanding, accounts, and contract licenses. A public hearing is set for transfer of a River’s Edge specialty recreational on-sale alcoholic beverage license. The city will open bids for the Williston WRRF Reuse Pipeline Project and receive the…
Traill County Water Resource District to review drain projects and permits
The board will discuss updates on various drain projects and bridge work across the county. The meeting includes a review of bills, bank statements, and specific permit applications.
County commission to approve hires, bills, and liquor license
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes, bills, and warrants for the May 19 meeting. The board will also vote on hiring a Highway Department Superintendent, approving a liquor license for Naastad Acres, and signing a resolution for Eldorado Township flood plain zoning.
Second reading of zone change for School District 8th Addition
The Mandan City Commission will consider second reading of Ordinance 1485, a zone change for School District 8th Addition, along with first reading of two other ordinances. They will also decide on special use permits for two properties, a memorandum of understanding between BSC Campus Police and Mandan Police, and…
Commission to consider three special use permits and a tabled plat/zone change
The Mandan Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permits and a tabled preliminary plat and zone change. The special use permits are for properties at 2264 Sunny Road S and 210 5th Avenue NW. The tabled item is Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition, carried over from the April 27…
Commission to consider rezoning Roseland Subdivision lot from agricultural to commercial
The Williston City Commission will hold public hearings on a zone change for Lot 5 of Roseland Subdivision from Agriculture to General Commercial, and on liquor license transfers for Johnny's Tavern and Clarion Hotel. They will also conduct a second reading of Ordinance 1179 to amend single-family dwelling definitions…
Drain projects and lawsuit on Water Resource District agenda
The Traill County Water Resource District will review minutes and bills, then discuss multiple drain maintenance projects including culvert repairs, tree removal, and bridge work. They will also consider a complaint about an obstruction, a surface drain permit for Neil Breidenbach, and an update on the Koenig lawsuit.
City Commission to consider zoning changes and approve liquor licenses
The Mandan City Commission will hold a public hearing on two preliminary plats and consider a striping project bid. The body will also approve gaming site authorizations, liquor license applications, and a retirement plan amendment.
First reading of ordinance amending dwelling definitions and manufactured home requirements
The City Commission will hold the first reading of Ordinance 1179, which amends definitions for single-family dwellings to allow mono-pitch and multi-pitched roofs with a minimum 3:12 pitch and requires manufactured units to meet HUD code standards from 1994 or newer. The agenda also includes requests for public…
Elm River Joint WRD Project update and multiple drain maintenance items
The Traill County Water Resource District will discuss the Elm River Joint WRD Project update, review bills and bank statements from April 21 to May 5, and address numerous drain maintenance issues, including tree removal, culvert repair, and bridge concerns. They will also consider a surface drain permit for Neil…
Commission approves agenda, bills, and Home Rule ordinance
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda, minutes, bills, and a Home Rule ordinance. The body also discussed hiring for a Highway employee position and approved a contract for holiday flags.
Mandan City Commission discusses gaming authorizations and library design services
The City Commission will consider several items including gaming site authorizations, liquor license applications, and a setback variance. The body will also discuss selecting a consultant for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Project.
Final subdivision plat for Williston Square and Sloulin Field First Addition to be considered
The City Commission will review and decide on the final subdivision plat for multiple lots in the Williston Square Subdivision and the Sloulin Field First Addition. The agenda also includes routine consent items, bid openings for equipment, and departmental reports such as the 2027 budget kickoff and fire fleet…
Commission to consider preliminary plat and zone change for Meadowlands Third Addition
The city commission will vote on a preliminary plat and zone change for Meadowlands Third Addition, converting a mobile home park to a mobile home subdivision. It will also consider a special use permit for shop condos in Seibel Subdivision, and review bids for sidewalk and striping projects. Consent items include a…
Williston City Commission to consider flood hazard and elevation ordinances
The Board of City Commissioners will hold second readings for two ordinances regarding flood hazard and elevation compliance. The body will also conduct public hearings for alcoholic beverage licenses and open bids for city equipment and infrastructure projects.
Fargo to appoint police chief, discuss annexation
The City Commission will first go into executive session to discuss negotiating strategy for a pending annexation with Fercho Properties. In the regular meeting, they will vote on a consent agenda with numerous infrastructure contracts, fines for liquor license violations, and a key appointment: the new police chief.
Traill County Water Resource District to review drain repairs and permits
The board will discuss updates on various drain projects and bridge repairs. The meeting includes a review of permit applications and the 2027-2029 Water Development Plan.
Commission considers petition to change number of county commissioners
The Billings County Commission will review a petition regarding the number of commissioners and discuss a beer and liquor license for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. The body will also address insurance renewals and road improvements for Roughrider State Park.
City Commission to consider new PILOT policy for commercial redevelopment
The commission will discuss and possibly adopt a new Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) policy for commercial redevelopment. They will hold public hearings on several alcoholic beverage license applications and a dangerous building, and consider an interim police chief appointment. The consent agenda includes numerous…
Bond resolution for Murray Drain No. 17 bridge replacements
The Traill County Water Resource District will review prior meeting minutes and bills, hear updates on several drain projects, consider a bond resolution for Murray Drain No. 17 bridge replacements, and discuss the 2027‑2029 Water Development Plan and related bond/assessment matters.
Commission to sign Industrial Builders contract for project BRC‑BFJ‑4900(050)
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will consider several motions, including approving an insurance bid and a construction‑engineering proposal. The key action is signing the Industrial Builders contract for project BRC‑BFJ‑4900(050). Additional items include approving beer and liquor licenses for Goose River…
Williston City Commission to hold hearings on zoning and liquor licenses
The Board of City Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding temporary greenhouse use and the Williston Square Planned Unit Development. The body is also considering a rezone of the Energy Center Subdivision and several business licenses.
Board will approve February 2026 water bill payments
The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will conduct routine business, including approval of prior meeting minutes, February 2026 financial reports, and February 2026 bills. The board will also review several project items such as a fishing pier, snag and clear work, a culvert recommendation, parcel removal, and a…
District will discuss the 2027‑2029 Water Development Plan and bond assessment
The Traill County Water Resource District will review recent drain and bridge projects, consider permit applications and complaints, and discuss the long‑term water development plan and related bond or assessment options. Decisions may be made on repairs, tree removal, and utility permits. The meeting also includes…
County approves $76,107.79 transfer to correct 2024 URM fund error
The commission will vote on a raffle permit for Stordahl Lutheran scheduled for April 8, 2026. It will also approve a $76,107.79 transfer from the general undistributed fund to the URM fund to correct a 2024 error. Updates will be given on employee compensation reporting, highway matters, the state biennium Clerk of…
Bid opening for the 2026 Tim Armbrust gravel pit crushing contract
The Billings County Commission will approve minutes, hear department reports, and consider several agenda items. Items include a beer and liquor license request for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, zoning and pipeline permit matters, a bid opening for the Tim Armbrust gravel pit crushing contract, and a…
City Commission will hear the Floodplain District Ordinance #1484
The Mandan City Commission meeting will consider several items, including a public hearing on Floodplain District Ordinance #1484. Commissioners will also review a raffle permit for the Church of St. Joseph, a job description for a part‑time real property appraiser, a cost‑share reimbursement agreement for the 2026…
Commission to consider preliminary plat for Eighteen Eighty Four Addition
The Mandan Planning & Zoning Commission will hold three public hearings: two for special use permits (shop condos and multi-use shops) and one for a preliminary plat for a new subdivision. The meeting also includes approval of December 2025 minutes. Residents may submit comments via email before 3:30 p.m. on the…
Traill County WRD to discuss drainage projects and permits
The Traill County Water Resource District will review bills, public correspondence, and a list of drainage projects including Elm River Joint WRD and Hatton Drain No. 45. The board will also consider surface drainage permits and address a lawsuit.
Jamestown committees to review event permits, gaming authorizations, and land plats
The Finance & Legal Committee will consider street closings for the Running of the Green event and gaming authorizations for two restaurants. The Building, Planning & Zoning Committee will review two minor subdivision plats. The Civic Center and Promotion Committee has no items for discussion.