Building Permits | Des Moines City Offices
Argonne Armory Building, 602 Robert D. Ray Drive, 1st Floor, Des Moines, IA 50309
Eligibility
Open to all Des Moines residents
Required documents
Varies depending on permit requested, call for details
(515) 283-4200
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitewww.dsm.city/PDC
Email[email protected]
Application 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
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Providing organization
Des Moines City Offices
Provides city government services to the residents of Des Moines.