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City of Globe building permits
VerifiedCity of Globe, Arizona — as published 2026-07-06.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction in the City of Globe. Reviewed against the 2021 IRC and City of Globe amendments (Ordinance No. 889, effective late 2024). Applications are submitted through the City's CitizenServe online portal (Building Permit - New Construction application type) or in person at Globe City Hall, 150 N. Pine Street.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction within Globe city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC and City of Globe amendments, including the Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (28 psf ground snow load; 115 mph wind, Exposure B; Seismic Design Category C; 12-18 inch frost depth; moderate-to-heavy termite potential; 40 psf habitable attic/sleeping area live load)
- Automatic fire sprinklers are NOT required for R-3 dwellings under 5,000 sq ft (excluding unenclosed decks/patios and attached garages from that calculation); required above that threshold per 2021 IFC Section 903.2.8 as amended
- Construction documents must be prepared by a registered design professional where required by Arizona statute; submittal documents must be merged into one document and submitted in an unlocked digital/electronic format
- Permit valuation is applicant-estimated (materials, labor, electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing, permanent systems); the Building Official cross-checks against the currently adopted ICC Building Valuation Data Table (February 2024 edition per the City's fee schedule) and may deny underestimated valuations
- Permit applications expire 180 calendar days after filing if not pursued in good faith or issued; issued permits become invalid if work is not commenced within 180 calendar days or is suspended/abandoned for 180 calendar days
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CitizenServe: Building Permit - New Construction)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal (citizenserve.com/globeaz) or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanLot dimensions, setbacks, easements, and structure locations, per Section 105.3/R105.3 submittal requirements
- RequiredConstruction DocumentsMerged into one unlocked digital-format document; prepared by a registered design professional where required by Arizona statute; statement of special inspections and geotechnical reports where applicable
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Table 1-A / Permit Valuation Fee) | $33.00 ($1-$500); $33.00 + $5.00 per additional $100 to $2,000; $97.00 + $14.00 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $545.00 + $14.00 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $897.00 + $9.00 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $1,384.00 + $7.00 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $4,027.00 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $7,827.00 + $3.00 per additional $1,000 to $5,000,000; $18,327.00 + $1.00 per additional $1,000 above $5,000,000 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Permit Valuation Fee table (proposed/adopted 2025 figures), effective April 22, 2025 |
| Plan Review (New/Revisions/Additions) | $70/hour (standard); $140/hour (expedited) | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Community Development Department-Building Safety-Planning and Zoning, Plan Review Fees section; a 65% multiplier is also referenced in the same section |
| Valuation basis for new construction | Per February 2024 ICC Building Valuation Data Table (Table 1-B), e.g. R-3 one-/two-family Type VB: $148.28/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Table 1-B (Square Foot Construction Costs) |
| Technology Fee | Assessed on permits over $500 (rate per Admin fee section) | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Community Development Department-Building Safety Admin fee section |
Stand-Alone Building Permit (Additions, Remodels, Accessory Structures)
VerifiedCovers building-only work not part of a full Building Permit application — additions, remodels, patio covers, carports, and accessory structures — billed as a percentage of the full valuation-based Building Permit Fee Table. Applied for via the CitizenServe portal (Stand-Alone Building Permit application type).
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Requirements
- Stand-alone building permits apply to separate building work not requiring, or not part of, a full new-construction Building Permit
- Detached one-story accessory structures 200 sq ft or less with no electric/plumbing/mechanical do not require a permit (zoning review for setbacks/height still applies)
- Pre-manufactured accessory buildings, metal awnings, metal pre-manufactured carports/barns/garages/covered porches, wood open decks/balconies, and pergolas/gazebos are billed from a dedicated per-square-foot valuation table rather than the general ICC valuation table
- Plans must comply with City of Globe design criteria (115 mph wind, Exposure B; Seismic Design Category C; 40 psf habitable attic/sleeping live load)
Required documents
- RequiredStand-Alone Building Permit Application (CitizenServe)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanShowing existing structure, addition/accessory-structure footprint, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-Alone Building Permit | 60% of the Building Permit Fee Table (Table 1-A, valuation-based), plus a $30 administrative fee | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Stand Alone Permits — Building Permit Fee Table 1-C |
| Pre-Manufactured Accessory Building, Residential / Commercial | $15.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Metal Awning | $15.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Metal Pre-Manufactured Carport | $20.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Metal Pre-Manufactured Barn/Garage | $30.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Metal Pre-Manufactured Covered Porch/Patio | $25.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Wood Open Deck/Balcony | $20.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
| Pergola/Gazebo | $20.00/sq ft | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Valuation Table |
Electrical Permit (OTC / Stand-Alone)
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Globe, governed by the 2020 NEC as adopted and amended by the City. Common over-the-counter (OTC) electrical items (panel replacement, sub-panel wiring, well/pump, additional circuits) are flat-fee permits; larger stand-alone electrical work is billed as a percentage of the Building Permit Fee Table.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for panel work, sub-panel wiring, well/pump connections, additional circuits, and other electrical installations
- Governed by the 2020 NEC as adopted by the City of Globe, with limited local amendments (garage receptacle placement per Article 210.52(G); equipment grounding conductor types per Article 250.118)
- Common OTC electrical items are flat-fee, counter-issued permits; larger scope electrical work not part of a full building permit is a Stand-Alone Electrical Permit billed at a percentage of the Building Permit Fee Table
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal (Over-The-Counter Electrical Permit or Stand-Alone Electrical Permit application types) or in person at Globe City Hall
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (CitizenServe: OTC or Stand-Alone Electrical Permit)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-Alone Electrical Permit | 10% of the Building Permit Fee Table (Table 1-A, valuation-based), plus a $30 administrative fee | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Stand Alone Permits — Electrical Permit Fee Table 1-E |
| OTC Electrical Panel Replacement | $85 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Sub Panel Wiring | $160 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Well or Pump | $85 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Additional Circuits | $85 + $5 per fixture | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Gas Meter Connection/Utility Clearance Only | $50 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Gas Meter/Piping | $85 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
Plumbing Permit (OTC / Stand-Alone)
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Globe, governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted and amended by the City. Water heaters are a flat-fee OTC permit; larger-scope plumbing work is a Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit billed as a percentage of the Building Permit Fee Table.
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Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, and water heaters
- Governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted by the City of Globe, including adopted Appendix E (Sizing of Water Piping Systems); building sewers connecting to private disposal systems must be installed not less than 12 inches below finished grade
- Water Heater replacement is a flat-fee OTC permit
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal (OTC Plumbing Permit or Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit application types) or in person at Globe City Hall
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (CitizenServe: OTC or Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-Alone Plumbing Permit | 25% of the Building Permit Fee Table (Table 1-A, valuation-based), plus a $30 administrative fee | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Stand Alone Permits — Plumbing Permit Fee Table 1-D |
| OTC Water Heater | $85 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit (OTC / Stand-Alone)
VerifiedRequired for HVAC and mechanical equipment installation in Globe, governed by the 2021 IMC as adopted and amended by the City. Ducted and non-ducted HVAC/evaporative-cooler installs are flat-fee OTC permits (residential and commercial rates differ); wood stoves are a separate flat OTC fee; larger-scope mechanical work is a Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit billed as a percentage of the Building Permit Fee Table.
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Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC/evaporative-cooling equipment and wood stoves
- Governed by the 2021 IMC as adopted by the City of Globe, including adopted Appendix A (Chimney Connector Pass-Throughs)
- OTC fee schedule separately prices ducted vs. non-ducted systems, and residential vs. commercial
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal (OTC Mechanical Permit or Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit application types) or in person at Globe City Hall
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (CitizenServe: OTC or Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-Alone Mechanical Permit | 5% of the Building Permit Fee Table (Table 1-A, valuation-based), plus a $30 administrative fee | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Stand Alone Permits — Mechanical Permit Fee Table 1-F |
| OTC HVAC/Evap Cooler With Ducting — Residential | $170 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC HVAC/Evap Cooler With Ducting — Commercial | $240 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC HVAC/Evap Cooler Without Ducting — Residential | $100 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC HVAC/Evap Cooler Without Ducting — Commercial | $170 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Wood Stoves | $100 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of residential or commercial solar photovoltaic systems in Globe, governed by the 2021 IBC/IRC Chapter 12 Energy Systems provisions (NFPA 855) as adopted and amended by the City, plus Fire Code marking/pathway requirements. Applications are submitted via the CitizenServe portal (Photovoltaic Permit application type).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for roof-mount, ground-mount, battery backup (ESS), and solar water heater systems
- Energy systems shall be installed in accordance with City of Globe Chapter 12 amendments and NFPA 855; residential plan review is included in the base permit fee, commercial plan review is billed separately
- Interior pathways between array sections required per Fire Code Section 1205.3.2 amendment (minimum 150-ft intervals, 4-ft-wide pathways to standpipes/hatches)
- Marking required on DC conduit/raceways/enclosures every 10 feet stating 'WARNING: PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE' per Fire Code amendment
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal (Photovoltaic Permit) or in person at Globe City Hall
Required documents
- RequiredPhotovoltaic Permit Application (CitizenServe)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredConstruction PlansSite plan, roof/ground layout, racking layout, and electrical 3-line diagram
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Roof Mount (includes 2 inspections, plan review included) | $320.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Residential section |
| Residential Ground Mount (includes 3 inspections) | $380.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Residential section |
| Residential Battery Backup System (ESS, includes 1 inspection) | $180.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Residential section |
| Residential Solar Water Heater (includes 1 inspection) | $85.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Residential section |
| Addition of Electric Permits for Service Upgrades | $180.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Residential section |
| Commercial Roof/Ground Mount (plan review NOT included) | $320.00 (roof mount, 2 inspections) / $380.00 (ground mount, 3 inspections) | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Solar Photovoltaic Systems-Commercial section |
| Fire Dept: Install/Modify Solar PV Power System — Commercial Application | $300 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Fire Department fee schedule, Photovoltaic: Solar/Energy systems section |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure in Globe. OTC demolition fees differ for residential vs. commercial. Demolition permits are unique among Globe permits in expiring 90 calendar days after issuance with no extension allowed.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a residential or commercial structure within Globe city limits
- Demolition permits expire 90 calendar days after issuance and may NOT be extended (unlike other permit types, which allow one 180-day extension)
- All utilities must be terminated per code prior to demolition
- Applicant should confirm asbestos abatement / air quality clearance requirements applicable to Gila County/ADEQ prior to demolition, as is standard practice statewide for structure demolition
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (CitizenServe)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal (Demolition Permit or Over-The-Counter Demolition Permit application types) or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredSite PlanShowing lot dimensions and location of the building(s) to be demolished plus other existing structures
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OTC Residential Demolition | $70 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
| OTC Commercial Demolition | $200 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, OTC Permits section |
Manufactured Home / Park Model Permit
VerifiedRequired for placement of manufactured homes, park models, and factory-built buildings in Globe, per IRC Appendix AE (Manufactured Housing Used As Dwellings) as adopted and amended by the City. Statewide construction/installation standards for the factory-built structure itself are separately regulated by the Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety (Office of Manufactured Housing).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- City permit required for site placement, foundation/ground set, skirting/perimeter enclosure, and utility (electrical, water/sewer) connections
- Skirting and permanent perimeter enclosures are required; skirting must be installed per the manufacturer's instructions and IRC requirements as adopted by the City, secured to minimize vibration/wind damage and compensate for frost heave
- Permanent perimeter enclosures must be constructed of materials meeting regular foundation-construction code requirements
- Fee structure is explicitly 'Based on ADOH fees' (Arizona Department of Housing / Office of Manufactured Housing) per the City's fee schedule
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured Home Permit / Park Model Permit Application (CitizenServe)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredSite PlanShowing placement location, setbacks, and utility connection points
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Sets/Foundation/Stem Walls Inspection (additional fees) | $85.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Manufactured Homes section (Based on ADOH fees) |
| Electrical Installation | $85.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Manufactured Homes section |
| Electrical Panel | $85.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Manufactured Homes section |
| Water/Sewer Connections | $300.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Manufactured Homes section |
| Park Models | $200.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Manufactured Homes section |
Swimming Pool / Spa / Hot Tub Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground, above-ground, and pre-fabricated pools, spas, and hot tubs in Globe, governed by the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as adopted and amended by the City, together with the barrier/enclosure requirements of the amended IBC/IPMC and Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-1681.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for any pool, spa, or hot tub containing water over 18 inches deep and wider than 8 feet (residential pools); prefabricated above-ground pools/spas/hot tubs at or above 5,000 gallons require permits for associated electric/plumbing/mechanical work
- Pool/spa/hot tub must be completely enclosed by a barrier at least 60 inches high above finished grade, with self-closing/self-latching gates, per the amended IPMC Section 303.2, IBC Section 3109.0, and ISPSC Section 305
- Construction fencing at least 60 inches high is required around in-ground pool/spa construction sites from the start of excavation until the permanent barrier is complete
- Spas/hot tubs with a safety cover complying with ASTM F1346 are exempt from the barrier-enclosure requirement
- Public/semi-public pools must additionally comply with A.R.S. § 36-1681 and Arizona Administrative Code Title 18, Chapter 5
Required documents
- RequiredPool and Spa Permit Application (CitizenServe)Submitted via the City's CitizenServe online portal or in person at Globe City Hall
- RequiredSite PlanShowing pool/spa location, setbacks, and required barrier/fencing plan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Site Built or Pre-Manufactured Pool/Spa/Hot Tub — Private/Residential (includes pool, mechanical, electric, plumbing & barrier inspections; plan review NOT included) | $280.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Swimming Pool/Spa/Hot Tub Permits Table 1-G |
| Site Built or Pre-Manufactured Pool/Spa/Hot Tub — Public/Commercial (plan review NOT included) | $380.00 | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Swimming Pool/Spa/Hot Tub Permits Table 1-G |
| Prefabricated (packaged) above-ground pool/spa/hot tub at or above 5,000 gallons | Base fee per associated OTC Permit Fees (Electric, Plumbing, Mechanical) | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Swimming Pool/Spa/Hot Tub Permits Table 1-G |
| Amusement/Water Parks | Uses Permit Fee Table 1-A (valuation-based) | City of Globe Fee Schedule Resolution No. 1904, Exhibit A, Swimming Pool/Spa/Hot Tub Permits Table 1-G |
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