Springerville building permits

Requirements

• A Plan/Design Review application resulting in a building permit and inspections is required for most residential projects: anything having to do with structural, electrical, plumbing, or foundations (including remodeling, porches, additions, accessory buildings, and equipment such as air conditioners, heat sources, and water heaters)
• Plans must comply with the 2015 IRC/IBC as adopted by the Town of Springerville and the Town's own Climate and Geographic Design Criteria (90 mph wind, Exposure B; Seismic Design Category B; 4°F winter design temperature; 32-36 PSF snow loads depending on roof pitch)
• It is the homeowner/property owner's responsibility to provide acceptable plans or information to obtain a building permit; the Planning & Zoning Department reviews submitted plans but does not design them
• A licensed general contractor may have to oversee the project, with additional subcontractors for electrical, plumbing, or HVAC installations, OR an owner-builder/owner-developer exemption under A.R.S. §32-1121A.5 or A.R.S. §32-1121A.6
• Metal buildings and some pre-assembled buildings require stamped engineered plans
• Detached accessory structures over 200 square feet require a building permit
• Rental units are considered commercial property and require a commercial-licensed contractor
• Work completed without first obtaining a permit may be charged double the original permitting fee

Required documents

• RequiredPlan/Design Review ApplicationTown of Springerville Plan/Design Review Application; the required first step before a building permit is issued, per Municipal Code Chapters 17.88 (Plan Review) and 17.90 (Design Review)
• RequiredExemptions from Licensing SupplementContractor license information or a claimed A.R.S. §32-1121A.5/.6 owner-builder/owner-developer exemption
• RequiredConstruction Plans and SpecificationsSite/plot plan and construction drawings conforming to the 2015 IRC/IBC as adopted by the Town

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• Manufactured Home Installation Permit Application required, listing owner, installation address/parcel, unit manufacturer/serial number/date of manufacture/size, installer information, accessory installer information (if applicable), and dealer name
• Utility checkboxes required: Water, Sewer/Septic, Gas, Electric; Accessory structure checkboxes: Awning, Garages, Porch, Skirting/Retaining, Cooler or AC System, Approved Plan #, Flood Zone Plan #, Others
• All licensed subcontractors (electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical, accessory structure) must be listed on the Subcontractor Supplement Form
• Utility Testing Report Form required, documenting Water Test (24 CFR 3280.612), Sewer Test (3280.612), Gas Test (3280.705), and Electrical Test (3280.810(b)), per installer/dealer/HUD number
• Permit expires 6 months from date of issuance
• Minimum 2 inspections required, one of which is reserved for accessory structures if applicable; additional inspections billed hourly
• Permit must be displayed in the front window for inspection
• It is the responsibility of the owner, dealer, or installer/contractor to call for all required inspections and reinspections
• Certificate of Occupancy sent upon request
• Larger/commercial Factory Built-Building installations use a separate, State-issued application directly through the Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety, Office of Manufactured Housing (1110 West Washington, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85007), which also determines Permanent (installed more than 6 months) vs Temporary (leased, 6 months or less) status and any fire sprinkler/alarm system requirements

Required documents

• RequiredManufactured Home Installation Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety application form
• OptionalSubcontractor Supplement FormLists all licensed subcontractors associated with installation/accessory structures (electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical)
• RequiredUtility Testing Report FormDocuments water, sewer, gas, and electrical utility test results per 24 CFR §§3280 and 3285
• OptionalFactory Built-Building Installation Permit Application (State)Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety application for larger/commercial factory-built buildings

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• Permit required before a wall or fence may be constructed or erected in any zone within the Town
• Application must include: sketch of property location/boundaries/existing structures and positioning of the proposed wall or fence; description of materials and design; any other information the zoning administrator needs
• Height limitations: corner lots limited to 4 ft within the 25-ft sight-triangle (Chapter 17.28.060) unless administratively approved to 6 ft for open/non-view-obscuring materials; front/street-side setback fences capped at 4 ft; rear/side yard fences up to 6 ft may be approved
• Walls/fences over 6 feet require a building permit with a structural engineered design
• Commercial/industrial zone fences up to 6 ft allowed for securing property; barbed wire topping allowed above 6 ft (max 8 ft total) for added security; barbed wire below 6 ft restricted to livestock use
• Swimming pools must be enclosed by a solid wall, wood, or chain link fence 5-6 ft in height
• Exceptions above 6 ft allowed around schools/public institutions, in industrial zones, or when required by the Planning & Zoning Commission

Required documents

• RequiredWall/Fence Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Wall/Fence Permit Application, including exact front/side yard height (up to 4 ft) and rear/side yard height (up to 6 ft) fields
• RequiredSite PlanProperty boundaries, existing structures, and positioning of the fence/wall with measurements/proportions

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• Photovoltaic (Solar) Permit Application required, specifying residential or commercial, solar panel location (roof, rear yard, side yard), and electrical panel status (existing or upgrade)
• Site plan (2 copies) showing all buildings and unit location on the property; units not on a roof must be in a rear/side yard, covering no more than 30% of that yard, at least 2 ft from any lot line
• Installation plan (2 copies) detailing array/inverter/DC disconnect/utility disconnect/battery bank locations, one-line and three-line diagrams, inverter and module cut sheets, roof load information, panel wattage, elevations, and mounting details
• All applications must conform to the current IBC/UBC codes adopted by the Town
• Commercial buildings (including rentals) require a commercial-licensed contractor
• Applicant should contact their utility provider for any additional installation requirements and Arizona Blue Stake (811) before digging

Required documents

• RequiredPhotovoltaic (Solar) Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Solar Permit Application
• RequiredSite Plan (x2)Building/unit locations, yard coverage, and lot-line setbacks
• RequiredInstallation Plan (x2)One-line/three-line diagrams, cut sheets, roof load data, mounting details

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• Sign Permit Application required, specifying illuminated or not illuminated, and ADOT permit number if applicable
• Site plan/diagram showing sign location(s), including existing signs, structures, and landscaping
• Color diagram/illustration of the artwork and design, including materials and measurements
• Diagram showing mounting/support/attachment method
• If illuminated, a diagram showing electrical connections, wiring detail, and light source
• Height/placement rules: no audible devices; illumination shielded below 10 ft above grade; signs within 25 ft of a street/driveway or 2 ft of a sidewalk restricted to specific height bands (3-7 ft over streets, 8+ ft over sidewalks, 14+ ft over driveways); max 16 ft height above grade; may not obstruct doors/fire escapes
• Full sign regulations are codified at Springerville Municipal Code Chapter 17.100 (Signs)

Required documents

• RequiredSign Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Sign Permit Application
• RequiredSite Plan / DiagramSign location(s) relative to existing structures/signage/landscaping
• RequiredColor Design IllustrationArtwork, materials, and measurements

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• Permit required for electrical reconnections, service increases, panel replacement or repair; all plumbing; water heater installation (including replacements); gas line pressure tests (new or replacement); furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, or evaporative coolers (new only)
• Load and sizing calculations required for new AND replacement HVAC equipment
• Site plan/building diagram detailing installation or repair location required
• All applications must conform to current IBC/UBC codes adopted by the Town
• Commercial buildings (including rentals) require a commercial-licensed contractor
• Contractor license information required, or a claimed A.R.S. §32-1121A.5/.6 owner-builder exemption (Handyman Exemption under §32-1121A.14 does not apply where a building permit is required or labor/materials total $1,000 or more)

Required documents

• RequiredUtility/Mechanical Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Utility/Mechanical Permit Application, checking Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical scope
• RequiredExemptions from Licensing SupplementContractor license or owner-builder exemption certification

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• Permit required for detached accessory structures (sheds, storage buildings), whether pre-built/manufactured or site-built
• Site plan showing proposed building location, existing buildings/structures/fences, setbacks, property lines, and existing/proposed utilities
• Pre-built/manufactured buildings: copy of plans or specs from the dealer
• Site-built buildings: full plan set (exterior elevations, dimensions, roof plan) demonstrating compliance with the Town's Building Health and Safety standards
• Foundation plan with footing details required
• If applicable: electrical plan (outlets/switches/lighting/panel) and plumbing plan (fixtures, pipes, water heater, appliances)
• All commercial applications and some residential applications are forwarded to the Fire Department for a fire-code review
• The Town does not enforce private deed restrictions; applicants are responsible for checking these independently

Required documents

• RequiredShed/Storage Building Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville application, noting pre-built vs. site-built and total square footage
• RequiredSite PlanProposed building location, existing structures/fences, setbacks, property lines, utilities
• RequiredFoundation PlanFooting layout and details

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• Permit required prior to demolishing a structure within Springerville town limits (submitted via the Plan/Design Review Application form)
• Fill out a Plan Review application, to be reviewed by the Building Department, with inspections scheduled
• Contact appropriate utilities (water, electric, gas, telephone, cable) to remove meters and wires
• Abandonment of Septic Tank (if applicable) must be filled out by a licensed contractor and kept on file; if sewer is available, the septic tank must be collapsed before a new sewer hookup is provided
• Obtain approval from the Water Department at Town Hall to abandon water and/or sewer service, if necessary
• Pre-demolition inspection typically required to verify all utilities/water/sewer disconnected; final inspection required after demolition and cleanup is complete

Required documents

• RequiredDemolition Permit Application (Plan Review Application)Town of Springerville uses its standard Plan/Design Review Application for demolition permit requests
• OptionalSeptic Tank Abandonment FormRequired if the property has a septic system being abandoned; must be completed by a licensed contractor

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• Utility/Mechanical Permit Application required, checking the Electrical scope box, for the EV charger circuit and any associated panel work
• Load and sizing calculations required (the Town's checklist requires load/sizing calcs for both new and replacement equipment, which by the same logic applies to a new EV charging circuit)
• Site plan/building diagram detailing the installation or repair location required
• All applications must conform to the current IBC/UBC/NEC codes adopted by the Town (2014 NEC as of this review)
• Contractor license information required, or a claimed A.R.S. §32-1121A.5/.6 owner-builder exemption
• No dedicated EV-charging-station permit or fee line exists in the Town's January 15, 2025 Fee Schedule or in its Utility/Mechanical Permit Application Checklist

Required documents

• RequiredUtility/Mechanical Permit ApplicationTown of Springerville Utility/Mechanical Permit Application, checking the Electrical scope box for the EV charger circuit

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