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Parker building permits
VerifiedParker, Arizona — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Arizona has NO statewide mandatory building code for general construction — code adoption is a per-jurisdiction (town/city/county) authority under state enabling statutes (A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The Town of Parker independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Community Development Department / Building Division; it does NOT defer to La Paz County for permitting within incorporated town limits. La Paz County separately runs its own Building and Safety Department for unincorporated areas of the county — the two are distinct code-administration regimes sharing the same 1112 Joshua Ave / Parker, AZ area but serving different jurisdictions. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances, Title 9 (Building Regulations), Chapter 1 (Building Code), via American Legal Publishing code library (codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/parkeraz); La Paz County 'Building, Safety & Permits' page (lapaz.gov/589).International Building Code (IBC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1), including Appendices C, I, and J. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Residential Code (IRC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendices A, B, C, D, G, H, K, N, O, P, Q, and S. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.National Electrical Code (NEC), 2017 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1). Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendix A. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendices C and E. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Fire Code (IFC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendices B through G and I; administered by the Colorado River Fire Department / Town Fire Marshal function for plan review (a $110 Fire Plan Review fee applies per the Town's Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.3). Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com); Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025.International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1). Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendices A and B. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Property Maintenance Code, 2012 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1), including Appendix A. Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018 edition, adopted by reference (§ 9-1-1). Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances § 9-1-1 (amlegal.com), as amended by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025.Ordinance 02-2025 (effective 8-5-2025) restructured Title 9 by repealing the Town's previously separate per-trade code chapters (e.g., the standalone Chapter 2 Plumbing Code, confirmed repealed: '(Rep. by Ord. 02-2025, 8-5-2025)') and consolidating all ten adopted model codes into a single Chapter 1 (Building Code) adoption-by-reference section (§ 9-1-1), with local amendments carried in the companion § 9-1-2 (Technical Code Amendments). Source: Town of Parker Code of Ordinances, Title 9, Chapter 2 (repealed) and Chapter 1 §§ 9-1-1/9-1-2 (amlegal.com).Manufactured homes, modular homes, and park models are subject to a Town of Parker building permit for placement (flat $300.00 fee per unit type, plus a 15% plan review fee), per the Town's Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.4. Source: Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.4.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction in the Town of Parker. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted by the Town. Applications are submitted directly to the Community Development Department / Building Division (in person, by mail, or by email to topbuilding@townofparkeraz.us) using the Town's Permit Application form.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family residential construction within Town of Parker limits
- Two (2) sets of construction plans required; framing, truss calculations, foundation, mechanical, and electrical detail must all be shown on the plans
- Plot/Site Plan required showing all property lines with dimensions, location of new construction relative to property lines and existing structures, utility locations (water, sewer/septic and drain field including reserve area), and all easements/washes/embankments/slopes
- Contractor Valuation must be provided with a copy of the contract total fee page attached to the application
- For projects over $50,000, a copy of the Arizona bonding certificate/waiver must be provided
- Owner-builders may self-perform under A.R.S. §32-1121A.5.1/A.6-1 exemptions; the Handyman Exemption (§32-1121A.14) does not apply to any project requiring a building permit or where materials/labor cost $750.00 or more
- Septic System Permit status (issued, applied, N/A) must be indicated on the application where applicable
- Building permit fee is valuation-based per the Town's Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.8; plan review fee is 65% of the calculated permit fee
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Parker Community Development Permit Application form covering property information, proposed construction, contractor licensing, and owner-builder exemption certifications
- RequiredConstruction Plans (2 sets)Framing, truss calculations, foundation, mechanical, and electrical detail must all be shown; one set is returned with the Town Inspector's stamp alongside the approved permit
- RequiredPlot/Site PlanProperty lines with dimensions, structure locations, utility locations, and easements/washes/embankments/slopes
- RequiredContract Total Fee PageCopy of the contract's total fee page, required to support the stated Contractor Valuation
- OptionalArizona Bonding Certificate/WaiverRequired only for projects with a valuation over $50,000
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation Table (Schedule 7.8) | $25.00 flat ($1-$500); $25.00 + $3.05 per additional $100 to $2,000; $70.75 + $14.00 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $392.75 + $11.00 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $667.75 + $7.00 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $1,017.75 + $6.00 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $3,417.75 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $5,917.75 + $4.00 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.8 (Building) |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.8 |
| Certificate of Occupancy/Completion (standard) | Included in permit fee | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.12 |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (valid 30 days, renewable) | $750.00 per 30-day renewal | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.12 |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, garages, storage sheds, awnings, decks, vehicle shade structures, carports, breezeways, and patios in the Town of Parker. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted by the Town, using the same valuation-based Building fee schedule as new construction.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for building/room additions, garages, storage, sheds, awnings, decks, vehicle shade structures, carports, breezeways, and patios (all explicitly listed on the Town's Permit Application 'Applies To' list)
- Two (2) sets of construction plans and a Plot/Site Plan required, same as new construction
- Contractor Valuation with supporting contract fee page required
- Fee calculated from the same valuation-based Building fee table (Schedule 7.8) used for new residential construction — Parker does not publish a separate discounted valuation table for additions/remodels distinct from new construction
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSubmitted to the Building Division in person, by mail, or by email to topbuilding@townofparkeraz.us
- RequiredConstruction Plans (2 sets)Showing addition/structure framing, foundation, and connection to existing structure
- RequiredPlot/Site PlanShowing existing structure, addition/accessory structure footprint, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation Table (Schedule 7.8) | Same valuation-based schedule as new residential construction (see Residential Building Permit entry) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.8 |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.8 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in the Town of Parker, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the Town. Billed as a single-trade Utility permit unless bundled with other trades or exceeding the $5,000 valuation utility threshold.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work, checked as 'Electrical' on the Town's combined Permit Application
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the Town of Parker (§ 9-1-1)
- Single-trade electrical work up to $5,000 valuation is billed a flat Utility permit fee; work at $5,001 valuation or more is billed the full Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) instead of the flat utility rate
- Owner-builders using licensed contractors must list contractor name, Town of Parker license number, ROC license number, and phone on the Permit Application
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form used for all permit types — check 'Electrical' under Permit Type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), up to $5,000 valuation | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 (Utilities) |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), $5,001 valuation or more | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 |
| Combo Permit (single equipment installation), up to $5,000 valuation | $75.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work (including gas line work) in the Town of Parker, governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by the Town, following the repeal of the Town's formerly standalone Plumbing Code chapter by Ordinance 02-2025.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for plumbing and gas line work, checked as 'Plumbing' on the Town's combined Permit Application
- Governed by the 2018 IPC (with Appendices C and E) as adopted by the Town of Parker (§ 9-1-1); the Town's formerly separate standalone Plumbing Code chapter (Title 9, Chapter 2) was repealed by Ordinance 02-2025, effective 8-5-2025, consolidating plumbing code adoption into the unified § 9-1-1
- Single-trade plumbing work up to $5,000 valuation is billed a flat Utility permit fee; work at $5,001 valuation or more is billed the full Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form — check 'Plumbing' under Permit Type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Plumbing), up to $5,000 valuation | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 (Utilities) |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Plumbing), $5,001 valuation or more | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in the Town of Parker, governed by the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for HVAC installation, alteration, or repair, checked as 'Mechanical' on the Town's combined Permit Application
- Governed by the 2018 IMC (with Appendix A) as adopted by the Town of Parker (§ 9-1-1)
- Single-trade mechanical work up to $5,000 valuation is billed a flat Utility permit fee; work at $5,001 valuation or more is billed the full Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form — check 'Mechanical' under Permit Type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Mechanical), up to $5,000 valuation | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 (Utilities) |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Mechanical), $5,001 valuation or more | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 |
Manufactured Home / Modular Home / Park Model Permit
VerifiedRequired for placement of manufactured homes, modular homes, and park model units in the Town of Parker. Billed as a flat per-unit-type fee distinct from the standard valuation-based Building fee table.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for placement of a manufactured home, modular home, or park model within Town of Parker limits
- Each unit type (Manufactured Home, Modular Home, Park Model) is billed its own flat $300.00 permit fee under Schedule 7.4, distinct from the general valuation-based Building fee table used for site-built construction
- Plan review fee for these unit types is 15% of the total permit fee, NOT the 65% rate that applies to standard Building and Grading permits
- Manufactured homes are additionally subject to State of Arizona regulation (A.R.S. § 41-4001 et seq., Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety / Office of Manufactured Housing) for the factory-built unit itself; the Town's permit and fee cover placement, foundation/tie-down, and site improvements
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form used for all permit types
- RequiredPlot/Site PlanShowing unit placement, utility connections, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manufactured Home Permit | $300.00 per permit | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.4 |
| Modular Home Permit | $300.00 per permit | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.4 |
| Park Model Permit | $300.00 per permit | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.4 |
| Plan Review Fee (Manufactured/Modular/Park Model) | 15% of total permit fee | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.4 |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in the Town of Parker. Billed as a flat per-structure fee for up to two structures on one parcel.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a structure within Town of Parker limits, checked as 'Demolition' on the Town's combined Permit Application
- Fee covers demolition of up to two structures on one parcel; each additional structure beyond two adds $7.00
- General demolition requirements follow the same Permit Application process (Plot/Site Plan, property/owner information) as other permit types
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form — check 'Demolition' under Permit Type
- RequiredPlot/Site PlanShowing the structure(s) to be demolished and other existing structures on the parcel
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition of up to two structures on one parcel | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.14 (Miscellaneous); additional structures beyond two add $7.00 per structure |
Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for swimming pools and spas in the Town of Parker, governed by the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as adopted by the Town. Stand-alone spas/hot tubs of 5,000 gallons or more have a dedicated flat fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for swimming pools and spas, checked as part of the general Building Permit Type on the Town's combined Permit Application ('Swimming Pool, Spa' explicitly listed on the Applies To list)
- Governed by the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as adopted by the Town of Parker (§ 9-1-1)
- Stand-alone spa/jacuzzi/hot tub installations of 5,000 gallons or more use a dedicated flat fee distinct from full in-ground pool valuation-based fees
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form — check 'Building' under Permit Type and describe pool/spa scope
- RequiredPlot/Site PlanShowing pool/spa location, setbacks, and barrier/fencing plan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-Alone Spa/Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, 5,000 gallons or more | $200.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.14 (Miscellaneous) |
| Swimming Pool (full in-ground), valuation-based | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025; no dedicated flat swimming-pool fee line distinct from the general Building valuation table was found beyond the stand-alone spa/hot tub line |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of residential solar photovoltaic systems within the Town of Parker (La Paz County, Arizona) city limits. The Town has no dedicated Solar Permit Application or fee line — solar installations are billed under the standard valuation-based Building Permit fee table (Schedule 7.8) for the array/mounting/structural scope and the Utilities (electrical) fee table (Schedule 7.11) for the wiring/interconnection scope, reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Building Permit required for the array mounting/structural work, submitted to the Community Development Department / Building Division (in person, by mail, or by email to topbuilding@townofparkeraz.us) using the Town's Permit Application form
- Electrical (Utilities) permit required for the PV wiring/interconnection, billed under Schedule 7.11
- Governed by the 2018 IRC as adopted by the Town of Parker
- No dedicated Solar Permit Application or expedited solar-specific review track is published by the Town of Parker, Arizona as of 2026-07-19 — solar/PV work is processed as a standard Building + Utilities (electrical) permit combination
- Per the Town's own Permit Application form, allow 5-7 working days processing time, the Town's published A.R.S. § 9-835-compliant review timeframe that applies to all permit types listed on that form, including utility trade permits
Required documents
- RequiredTown of Parker Permit ApplicationUsed for both the array/structural (Building) scope and the electrical (Utilities) scope since there is no dedicated solar application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Schedule 7.8) | Per the Building valuation bracket table (e.g., $70.75 for $2,001-$25,000 plus $14.00 per additional $1,000) | No solar-specific fee line found; billed under the same Schedule 7.8 valuation table as other construction. Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025 |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), up to $5,000 valuation | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.11 (Utilities); applies to the PV interconnection electrical scope |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), $5,001 valuation or more | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.11 |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, Schedule 7.8 |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedThe Town of Parker does not publish a dedicated EV charger/EVSE permit. Installation of a dedicated EV charging circuit is checked as 'Electrical' on the Town's single combined Permit Application and billed under the Town's Single-Trade Utility Permit fee structure, governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the Town (§ 9-1-1). Work valued up to $5,000 is billed a flat utility rate; work at $5,001 or more (e.g., a service upgrade bundled with the charger) is billed the full valuation-based Building Permit Fee instead.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for the EV charging circuit, checked as 'Electrical' on the Town's combined Permit Application
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the Town of Parker (§ 9-1-1)
- Single-trade electrical work up to $5,000 valuation is billed the flat Utility permit fee; work at $5,001 or more is billed the full Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8)
- Contractors must list contractor name, Town of Parker license number, ROC license number, and phone on the Permit Application
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSame combined Town of Parker Permit Application form used for all permit types — check 'Electrical' under Permit Type
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), up to $5,000 valuation | $50.00 | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 (Utilities) — the mechanism a standard EV charger circuit installation is billed under; no EV-specific line item exists |
| Single-Trade Utility Permit (Electrical), $5,001 valuation or more | Building Permit Fee, Per Valuation (Schedule 7.8) | Town of Parker Schedule of Fees and Rates, effective 08/01/2025, Schedule 7.11 — applies if the EVSE installation involves a service upgrade or other work pushing valuation over $5,000 |
Sources & verification
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