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Unincorporated Graham County building permits
Unincorporated Graham County, Arizona — as published 2026-07-07.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction, Addition, Accessory Structure)
Required for new single-family dwelling construction, additions, and accessory structures in the unincorporated areas of Graham County. Reviewed against the 2003 IBC/IRC family as adopted by the County (Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.14), with fees calculated from a per-square-foot valuation formula (Section 5.15) run through a bracketed Total-Valuation fee table. Applications are submitted through the County's online portal.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family dwelling construction, additions, and accessory structures in unincorporated Graham County per Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.6.2
- Apply through the County's online permit portal (https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty); upload building plans and a plot plan sketch, or the submission will be rejected
- Prior to issuance, the applicant must provide assurance that an approved septic system is in place or will be installed before occupancy (Ordinance Section 5.6.2(1))
- A sketch of the proposed construction with sufficient information to show compliance with the Land Use Ordinance must be provided
- Setbacks (unless a subdivision's CC&Rs specify otherwise): Front Yard 20 feet, Rear Yard 25 feet, each Side 10 feet; outbuildings 20 feet from main structure and 5 feet between outbuildings
- Permit is valid for one year from date of issuance to start construction; a renewal permit is handled as a new permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and Installation Permit Application (Online Portal)All building and installation permits in Graham County are submitted through the County's iWorQ online portal at https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty
- RequiredPlot Plan SketchSubmitted through the same online portal; must show lot dimensions, setbacks, and structure location — submissions missing this are rejected
- OptionalSpecial Power of Attorney Form (PDF)Required when an agent/contractor submits on behalf of the property owner; available at https://www.graham.az.gov/DocumentCenter/View/637
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Site permit for residential (valuation-based) | Valuation = $100.00 per livable square foot, run through the Total Valuation fee bracket table: $1-$500: $20; $501-$2,000: $20 for the first $500 plus $1.00 per additional $100 or fraction; $2,001-$25,000: $20 for the first $2,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $25,001-$50,000: $112 for the first $25,000 plus $3.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $50,001-$100,000: $187 for the first $50,000 plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $100,001-$500,000: $287 for the first $100,000 plus $1.50 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $500,001 and up: $887 for the first $500,000 plus $1.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction | Graham County Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.15 (Inspection and Plan Review Fees); Show full citationHideGraham County Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.15 (Inspection and Plan Review Fees); Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022), cross-referencing 'Sec. 5.15 for formula'. Utility spaces (garages, carports, sheds, awnings, porches) are separately valued at $50.00 per square foot. |
| Administrative fee (added to permit fee) | $100.00 flat | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) |
| Building Permit — Accessory Structures | No formula for structures up to 120 sq. ft.; structures 120 sq. ft. or greater are valued per the standard formula, $150 minimum | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) |
| Re-inspection of skipped inspections / building without a permit (late fee) | $50.00 + two (2) business days for a skipped-inspection re-inspect; up to five (5) times the normal permit fee for construction without a permit | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022); confirmed by Graham County FAQ ('What happens if I build without a permit?') |
Electrical Permit
Required for electrical work in the unincorporated areas of Graham County, governed by the National Electrical Code as adopted in the Planning and Zoning Ordinance. Graham County publishes a distinct flat fee specifically for 'Building Permit – Electrical Upgrade' separate from its general valuation-based Building Permit fee, unlike its plumbing and mechanical trades which are not separately itemized. Applications are submitted through the County's online portal.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for electrical installation, upgrade, or repair work in unincorporated Graham County
- Apply through the County's online permit portal (https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty)
- Governed by the National Electrical Code as adopted by the County (Ordinance Section 5.14.2(4) cites the 2002 NEC; Section 5.14.8-5.14.9 separately cites the 1999 NEC — confirm the specific applicable edition with the Planning and Zoning Department)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and Installation Permit Application (Online Portal)Electrical permits are applied for through the County's iWorQ online portal at https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Electrical Upgrade | $50.00 flat | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022). Show full citationHideGraham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022). This is the only trade-specific flat fee Graham County publishes separately from its general valuation-based Building Permit fee table; plumbing and mechanical work are not similarly itemized in the County's published fee schedule. |
Manufactured / Mobile Home Installation Permit
Required for siting a manufactured or mobile home within unincorporated Graham County. Graham County publishes a distinct flat fee for MH Installation separate from its general valuation-based Building Permit schedule. A manufactured home can only be installed by a State-licensed installer, and homes older than June 1976 cannot be moved onto a property at all.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Manufactured/mobile home installation permit required — submitted through the County's online permit portal
- Manufactured home installation must be performed by a State-licensed installer
- Homes older than June 1976 cannot be moved onto a property at all and must be demolished rather than relocated
- Building plans, plot plan sketch, and power of attorney forms (if applicable) must be uploaded through the portal or the submission is rejected
- Temporary placement (up to 12 months, extendable in 6-month increments) is available under a Temporary Use Permit / temporary site and installation permit while a permanent residence is under construction on the same property
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and Installation Permit Application (Online Portal)Manufactured/mobile home installation permits are applied for through the County's iWorQ online portal at https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty
- RequiredPlot Plan SketchShows placement location, setbacks, and utility connection points
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — MH Installation | $450.00 + $100.00 Administrative fee = $550.00 total | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) |
Pool / Spa Permit
Required for swimming pools and spas in unincorporated Graham County, priced under the County's general accessory-structure/valuation-based Building Permit fee table (no separate flat pool fee is published). All private and semi-public pools/spas must comply with the Arizona Swimming Pool Safety Code (A.R.S. § 36-1681) and the County's own barrier/enclosure standard.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Pool/spa permit required for any pool or spa construction in unincorporated Graham County — the County's own FAQ explicitly confirms pools require a permit
- Must comply with the minimum safety standards of A.R.S. § 36-1681
- Must be enclosed in a fenced or walled enclosure that does not allow passage of a four-inch diameter sphere between members
- Fence must be at least five (5) feet in height, with a gate having a self-closing mechanism and a self-latching catch that may be locked
- The pool or spa must be no less than five (5) feet from the nearest property line
- Apply through the County's online permit portal (https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and Installation Permit Application (Online Portal)Pool/spa permits are applied for through the County's iWorQ online portal at https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty
- RequiredPlot Plan SketchShows pool/spa location, setbacks from property lines, and barrier/fence layout
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Site permit (valuation-based, no separate pool-specific fee published) | Priced from the same Total Valuation fee bracket table used for general building permits, plus the flat $100.00 Administrative fee | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) and Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.15 do not itemize a separate pool/spa valuation rate or flat fee distinct from the general… Show full citationHideGraham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) and Planning and Zoning Ordinance Section 5.15 do not itemize a separate pool/spa valuation rate or flat fee distinct from the general Residential/Commercial/Utility per-square-foot categories; call the Planning and Zoning Department (928-428-0410) to confirm how a specific pool/spa project is valued for fee purposes. |
Temporary RV / Manufactured Home Permit
Permits temporary placement of a recreational vehicle or manufactured home as a residence in unincorporated Graham County — most commonly used while a permanent residence is under construction on the same lot, or as a second dwelling to care for an elderly or dependent family member. Renewable annually if not connected to a septic system.
Reviewed 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Available for up to 12 months (extendable in 6-month increments after the first 12-month period, via appeal to the Planning & Zoning Commission then the Board of Supervisors if needed) while a permanent residence is under construction
- A temporary site permit will NOT be issued for a recreational vehicle unless a site permit has already been issued for the construction of a permanent residence on the same property, and the sanitary waste disposal system has been reviewed and approved by the Graham County Health Department
- Travel trailers used as temporary residences must be equipped with kitchen and bathroom facilities and hooked up to a sewage disposal system approved by the County Health Department or ADEQ
- If no septic system is used, the property owner must renew the temporary permit annually
- No attached structural additions are allowed on the travel trailer; it must remain roadworthy and be kept up in appearance
- May also be used to allow a manufactured home/RV as a second dwelling to care for an elderly person, a caregiver, or someone unable to care for themselves
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and Installation Permit Application (Online Portal)Start the Temporary Use Permit / Temporary RV process with the Installation Permit through the County's iWorQ online portal at https://grahamcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grahamcounty
- RequiredHealth Department Sewage Disposal ApprovalWritten approval from the Graham County Health Department for the sewage disposal method serving the temporary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary RV Permit | $100.00, renewable annually if NOT on septic | Graham County Fee Schedule (PDF, rev. 08/02/2022) |
Sources & verification
Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-07.
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