Building Permits | Des Moines City Offices
TM Franklin Cownie City Administration Building, 1200 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Des Moines City Hall
Eligibility
Open to all Des Moines residents
Required documents
Varies depending on permit requested, call for details
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
(515) 283-4182
Voice·
Main Phone
Website
https://www.dsm.city/PDCApplication process
Visit website, call or visit in person to acquire a permit application
Fees
Varies depending on permit needed
Service area
Des Moines, IA
The City of Des Moines Permit & Development Center is open to Des Moines residents that need a building or construction permit. Permit & Development Center staff are happy to answer questions pertaining to building code requirements and can help with permit applications, reviews, issuances and inspections.
Last Assured
11/04/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Des Moines City Offices
Provides city government services to the residents of Des Moines.