South DakotaHomeowners may repair several exterior parts without local permits
People who own and live in detached, single-family homes may repair or closely replace listed exterior parts without a local building permit, with an exception for designated historic properties.
What it does
Owners of detached, single-family homes where they live may repair or closely replace several exterior parts without a local building permit. The exception for designated historic properties remains.
Argument forHomeowners could avoid permit applications for common repairs, such as replacing a same-size window or fixing a gutter.
Argument againstOwners of historic properties may still need permits, which could leave them with extra steps for the same repairs.
More detail
Counties, cities, and townships may not require a building permit for listed repairs or close replacements. This applies to detached, single-family homes where the owner lives. Covered parts are doors and windows that keep the same dimensions, downspouts, gutters, fascia, soffits, fence panels or posts, and nonstructural siding. The homeowner must still follow other building codes and local rules. Local governments may require permits for repairs to designated historic properties.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 30Signed by the Governor Larry Rhoden on 2026-03-30 S.J. 548Became Law
- Mar 11Delivered to the Governor on 2026-03-11 S.J. 520To Governor
- Mar 10Signed by the Speaker H.J. 553Passed House
- Mar 9Signed by the President S.J. 505Passed Senate
- Mar 4Senate Conference Committee Report adopted , Passed, YEAS 34, NAYS 0 S.J. 459
- Vote recorded Conference Committee Report adopted. Result: pass.Lower
- Vote recorded Conference Committee Report adopted. Result: pass.Upper
- Mar 4House of Representatives Conference Committee Report adopted , Passed, YEAS 67, NAYS 0 H.J. 508
- Mar 2Conference Committee Report adopted , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0
- Mar 2Motion to amend , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0 Amendment 3EMajor
- Mar 2Scheduled for hearing
- Feb 25House of Representatives Conference Committee appointments H.J. 442
- Feb 24Senate Failed to concur, appoint Conference Committee , Passed, S.J. 370
- Feb 20House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 64, NAYS 3 H.J. 396
- Vote recorded Do Pass Amended. Result: pass.Lower
- Feb 19House of Representatives Deferred to another day , Passed, H.J. 372
- Feb 18House of Representatives Deferred to another day , Passed, H.J. 361
- Feb 12Local Government Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 3 H.J. 10
- Vote recorded Do Pass Amended. Result: pass.Lower
- Feb 12Local Government Motion to amend , Passed, H.J. 10 Amendment 3CMajor
- Feb 12Scheduled for hearing
- Feb 9First read in House and referred to House Local Government H.J. 261Minor
- Feb 6Senate Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 28, NAYS 6 S.J. 213
- Vote recorded Do Pass Amended. Result: pass.Upper
- Feb 4Local Government Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 3 S.J. 4
- Vote recorded Do Pass Amended. Result: pass.Upper
- Feb 4Local Government Motion to amend , Passed, S.J. 3 Amendment 3BMajor
- Feb 4Scheduled for hearing
- Jan 13First read in Senate and referred to Senate Local Government S.J. 14Introduced
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