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Gilbert building permits
VerifiedGilbert, Arizona — as published 2026-06-29.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Codes adopted
2018 International Building Code (IBC), with Appendices C, I, and K, and Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739, Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition)2018 International Residential Code (IRC), with Appendices H, P, and Q, and Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Fire Code (IFC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2018 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) — voluntary adoption only — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), with Town of Gilbert amendments — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design — effective January 1, 2020 (Ordinance 2739)Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition — local amendment overlay (Code of Gilbert Chapter 10, Sections 10-31 and 10-32) incorporating December 2023 amendments per gilbertaz.gov Document 35111
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Dwelling)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction in the Town of Gilbert. Applications are submitted through the OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. The Plan Review and Inspection Division reviews plans against the 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, and Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition. Custom single-family homes have a 12-working-day first review target and 8-working-day subsequent review target; standardized plans have a 3-working-day target.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Plans must comply with 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IECC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, and 2017 NEC as amended by the Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition
- Soils report required unless subdivision has one on file with the Town or applicant supplies a signed soils report waiver (call 480-503-6700 to check)
- Arizona ROC-licensed contractor required unless property owner is building for sole occupancy and property will not be offered for sale or rent within one year of completion (per A.R.S. § 32-1121.A.5)
- Permit fee must be paid prior to permit issuance
- Development fees may apply in addition to permit fees
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- RequiredConstruction Documents / PlansFull plan set prepared and stamped by a registered design professional where required by code
- RequiredSoils Report (or Waiver)Soils report required unless subdivision has one on file or a signed soils report waiver is provided; call (480) 503-6700 to verify what's on file
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance DocumentationDocumentation demonstrating compliance with the 2018 IECC as adopted by Gilbert
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | $1.00–$1,100.00: $50.00; $1,100.01–$2,000.00: $50.00 + $3.00 per additional $100; $2,000.01–$25,000.00: $75.00 + $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01–$50,000.00: $355.00 + $9.00 per additional $1,000; $50,000.01–$100,000.00: $580.00 + $6.25 per additional $1,000; $100,000.01–$250,000.00: $895.00 + $5.00 per additional $1,000; $250,000.01–$500,000.00: $2,900.00 + $4.25 per additional $1,000; $500,000.01–$1,000,000.00: $5,000.00 + $2.75 per additional $1,000; over $1,000,000.00: $3,500.00 + $1.25 per additional $1,000 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. Valuation determined from the ICC Building Valuation Data table, updated July 1 of each year by the Building Official. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 per re-inspection | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Additional Inspection / Plan Review (outside normal hours) | $150 per hour, 2-hour minimum | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Tenant Improvement)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction and tenant improvements in the Town of Gilbert. Includes new commercial buildings, tenant improvements (TI), and shell buildings. Multiple expedited review programs are available including Express (3-day, +60% fee), Expedited (half review time, double fee for large new commercial and TIs >25,000 sf), One & Done Self-Certification (8-day for B/M/S TIs), and Permit by Appointment (PBA, +20% fee + $93/hour). Applications submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Plans must comply with 2018 IBC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IECC, 2018 IFC, and 2017 NEC as amended by the Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition
- Arizona ROC-licensed contractor required
- Plans requiring structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing design must be prepared and stamped by a licensed Arizona engineer or architect
- Projects going through Design Review Board must receive approval before construction documents are approved (At-Risk review option available after DR Study Session)
- Permit fee must be paid prior to permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- RequiredConstruction Documents / PlansFull construction document set prepared and sealed by a registered design professional
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance DocumentationDocumentation demonstrating compliance with the 2018 IECC commercial provisions
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | $1.00–$1,100.00: $50.00; $1,100.01–$2,000.00: $50.00 + $3.00 per additional $100; $2,000.01–$25,000.00: $75.00 + $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,000.01–$50,000.00: $355.00 + $9.00 per additional $1,000; $50,000.01–$100,000.00: $580.00 + $6.25 per additional $1,000; $100,000.01–$250,000.00: $895.00 + $5.00 per additional $1,000; $250,000.01–$500,000.00: $2,900.00 + $4.25 per additional $1,000; $500,000.01–$1,000,000.00: $5,000.00 + $2.75 per additional $1,000; over $1,000,000.00: $3,500.00 + $1.25 per additional $1,000 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. Same valuation-based table applies to commercial construction. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Express Permitting Surcharge | Plan review fee plus 60% of the total plan fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Plan Review table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563; confirmed by Plan Review Programs document (doc 26224, November 2024). Applies to projects reviewable in 1–3 days (minor TIs up to 2,500 sf B/M/S occupancies, additions, garage conversions, residential detached structures). Not eligible: floodplain/on-lot water retention projects. |
| Expedited Plan Review Surcharge | 2 times the total plan review fee (review time reduced by 50% for first review) | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Plan Review table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563; confirmed by Plan Review Programs document (doc 26224, November 2024). Limited to new commercial buildings (any size) and TIs over 25,000 sf. |
| Permit by Appointment (PBA) Surcharge | Plan review fee plus 20% of the total plan review fee, plus $93 per hour for each staff member required to be in attendance | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Plan Review table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Limited to 1-story commercial new builds (B/M/S occupancies), commercial daycares, TIs (any size/type), and single-family residential structures. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 per re-inspection | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Additional Inspection / Plan Review (outside normal hours or 3rd+ review) | $150 per hour, 2-hour minimum (outside hours); $150 per hour, 1-hour minimum (3rd or subsequent review) | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for new electrical installations, alterations, repairs, replacements, and additions to electrical systems in the Town of Gilbert. Governed by the 2017 NEC with Town of Gilbert amendments (Code Chapter 10-32). Like-for-like replacements of equipment by Arizona licensed contractors may qualify as Over the Counter (OTC) review. Electrical permits for commercial projects have a 3/3 working-day review goal. An individual electrical permit (flat fee) is available for certain residential and commercial work.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed electrical contractor required (owner-builder exemptions may apply for owner-occupied residential)
- Work must comply with 2017 NEC as amended by Town of Gilbert Code Chapter 10-32
- No permit required for serving utility agency work in exercise of its serving function (NEC amendment IBC Appendix K §K103.2 Exception 6)
- No permit required for area lighting and associated wiring installed and maintained under contract with the serving agency
- Solar PV systems installed by an Arizona licensed contractor are exempt from permit (IBC §105.2 Building item 16, cross-referenced in Appendix K §K103.2 Exception 7)
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- OptionalElectrical Plans / Load CalculationsRequired for new services, panels, and significant additions; may be reviewed OTC for simple work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Electrical Permit (Residential) — flat fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Electrical Permit, Residential, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Individual Electrical Permit (Commercial) — flat fee | $300 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Electrical Permit, Commercial, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (for larger electrical projects) | Same valuation-based table as building permits; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00–$1,100.00 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Applies when electrical work is valued and permit fee calculated from the standard valuation table rather than the flat individual permit fee. |
| Plan Review Fee (where plan review is required) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, repair, and replacement of plumbing systems in the Town of Gilbert. Governed by the 2018 IPC with Town of Gilbert amendments (Code Chapter 10-31). Like-for-like replacements by AZ licensed contractors may qualify for OTC review. Like-for-like water heater replacements (storage-tank type, not tankless conversions) by Arizona licensed contractors are exempt from permit per IBC §105.2 item 16.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed plumbing contractor required (owner-builder exemptions may apply for owner-occupied residential)
- Work must comply with 2018 IPC as amended by Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition
- Like-for-like replacements of storage-tank water heaters and HVAC by AZ licensed contractors are exempt from permit (IBC §105.2 item 16 / IRC Plumbing item 3)
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- OptionalPlumbing PlansRequired for new construction and significant alterations; may be OTC for simple replacements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Plumbing Permit (Residential) — flat fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Plumbing Permit, Residential, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Individual Plumbing Permit (Commercial) — flat fee | $300 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Plumbing Permit, Commercial, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (for larger plumbing projects) | Same valuation-based table as building permits; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00–$1,100.00 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Plan Review Fee (where plan review is required) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, repair, and replacement of mechanical and HVAC systems in the Town of Gilbert. Governed by the 2018 IMC with Town of Gilbert amendments. Like-for-like HVAC equipment replacements by Arizona licensed contractors are exempt from permit per IBC §105.2 item 16 (cross-referenced in Mechanical item 8). New HVAC installations, significant alterations, and ductwork changes require a permit.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed mechanical contractor required (owner-builder exemptions may apply for owner-occupied residential)
- Work must comply with 2018 IMC as amended by Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition
- Like-for-like HVAC equipment replacements by AZ licensed contractors are exempt from permit (IBC §105.2 Mechanical item 8, cross-reference to Building item 16)
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- OptionalMechanical PlansRequired for new installations and significant alterations; like-for-like replacements may qualify for OTC
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Mechanical Permit (Residential) — flat fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Mechanical Permit, Residential, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Individual Mechanical Permit (Commercial) — flat fee | $300 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Individual Mechanical Permit, Commercial, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (for larger mechanical projects) | Same valuation-based table as building permits; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00–$1,100.00 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Plan Review Fee (where plan review is required) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System — Permit Exemption
VerifiedSolar photovoltaic systems installed by an Arizona licensed contractor are EXEMPT from permit in the Town of Gilbert per local amendment IBC §105.2 Building item 16 (cross-referenced in IBC Appendix K §K103.2 Exception 7 for electrical). This exemption is explicitly stated in the Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition. If a permit IS required (e.g., for work performed without a licensed contractor or for battery storage systems that may require separate review), the permit fee is calculated from the standard valuation-based Building Permit Fee table; verify with Development Services.
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Requirements
- If installed by an Arizona licensed contractor: NO PERMIT REQUIRED per IBC §105.2 Building item 16 as locally amended
- Installer must hold a current Arizona ROC license
- All electrical work must comply with 2017 NEC as amended by Town of Gilbert Code Chapter 10-32
- If a battery storage system is included, verify with Development Services whether separate review is required
Required documents
- OptionalSolar Permit Application (if permit required)Submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov if a permit is required
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Permit Fee (when a permit is required) | Calculated from the standard valuation-based Building Permit Fee table; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00–$1,100.00 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. The current adopted fee schedule (doc 5883) does not list a separate solar flat fee — solar permits when required are assessed under the standard valuation-based table. Contact Development Services at (480) 503-6700 to confirm fee for a specific solar project. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a residential or commercial electric vehicle charging station (EVSE) in the Town of Gilbert. Governed by the 2017 NEC with Town of Gilbert amendments (Code Chapter 10-32). Gilbert's Fee Schedule has no distinct EV-charger/EVSE line item — a standalone EVSE circuit is billed under the same flat 'Individual Electrical Permit' fee used for other standalone electrical work ($150 residential / $300 commercial), or the valuation-based Building Permit fee table if plan review is required. Note the Town separately publishes usage fees and a $175 parking fine for its own Town-owned public EV charging stations (Hearne Way Parking Garage and Town Hall employee lot) — these are unrelated to permitting a private EVSE installation.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed electrical contractor required (owner-builder exemptions may apply for owner-occupied residential)
- Work must comply with 2017 NEC as amended by Town of Gilbert Code Chapter 10-32
- Like-for-like or simple EVSE circuit work by an Arizona licensed contractor may qualify for Over the Counter (OTC) review, per the same OTC pathway documented for other electrical work in this jurisdiction
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationPermit application submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. No separate EV-specific application form was found published.
- OptionalElectrical Plans / Load CalculationsRequired for new services, panels, and significant additions (e.g., if the EVSE installation also requires a panel/service upgrade); may be reviewed OTC for simple work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Electrical Permit (Residential) — flat fee | $150 | Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedule (doc 5883; Resolution 4563, effective July 1, 2025), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees. No EV-specific line item is published; a standalone EVSE circuit is billed under this general flat electrical permit fee, the same category documented on this jurisdiction's electrical-permit entry. |
| Individual Electrical Permit (Commercial) — flat fee | $300 | Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedule (doc 5883; Resolution 4563, effective July 1, 2025), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees. |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (for larger EVSE projects requiring plan review) | Same valuation-based table as building permits; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00-$1,100.00 | Applies if the EVSE installation is bundled with a panel/service upgrade or other scope requiring standard valuation-based permitting rather than the flat individual permit fee. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedule (doc 5883). |
Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of permanent/in-ground swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in the Town of Gilbert. Note: IBC §3109 (Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs) is deleted in its entirety by Gilbert's local amendments — pool permitting is governed under Gilbert's own land development code and relevant sections of the 2018 IBC. Above-ground portable spas and pools have a separate fee. Applications through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. Swimming pools (major misc.) have a 12/8 working-day review goal.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed contractor required
- Plans must show pool location, setbacks, barrier/fencing, equipment placement, and electrical details
- Pool barrier/fence requirements apply per adopted code — verify fence height exemptions (Gilbert exempts fences not over 3 feet high from permit; pool barriers may need to meet separate safety requirements)
Required documents
- RequiredPool Permit ApplicationSubmitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- RequiredPool Construction Plans / Site PlanPlans showing pool dimensions, setbacks, equipment locations, and electrical details
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pool — Permanent/In-Ground | $300 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Swimming Pool, Permanent/in ground pools/spas, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. |
| Portable Above-Ground Pools/Spas | $140 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Swimming Pool, Portable above ground pools/spas, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee (where applicable) | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Fence / Wall Permit
VerifiedFences not over 3 feet (914 mm) high are EXEMPT from permit in the Town of Gilbert per local amendment to IBC §105.2 item 2. Fences over 3 feet high require a permit. This is a significant local departure from the base IBC which exempts fences not over 7 feet. Subdivision perimeter walls and non-single-family fences have separate fee categories. Applications through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. Fence permits have a 3/3 working-day review goal.
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Requirements
- Fences not over 3 feet (914 mm) high: NO PERMIT REQUIRED per Gilbert's local amendment IBC §105.2 item 2
- Fences over 3 feet high: permit required via OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed contractor required (verify current ARS requirements with Development Services)
- Plans must show fence location, height, materials, and property/setback lines
Required documents
- RequiredFence Permit ApplicationSubmitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- RequiredSite Plan / Plot PlanShowing fence location, height, and relationship to property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Walls/Fences — with single-family permit | $120 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Walls/Fences (a) with single family permit, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. |
| Walls/Fences — separate permit, single-family | $180 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Walls/Fences (b) separate permit, single family, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Walls/Fences — separate permit, non-single-family | $260 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Walls/Fences (c) separate permit, non-single family, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Walls/Fences — subdivision perimeter | $700 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Walls/Fences (d) Subdivision perimeter, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedAccessory Dwelling Units in the Town of Gilbert are regulated under Land Development Code Section 5.2.3. Each lot may have one (1) detached ADU and one (1) attached ADU; parcels over one acre may have an additional detached ADU if it is a restricted-affordable unit. ADU must be less than 75% of the primary dwelling's gross square footage. ADUs 1,000 SF and under go directly through Building Permits (OneStopShop); ADUs over 1,000 SF require an Administrative Use Permit through Planning first, then a Building Permit. Applications at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- ADU must be less than 75% of the primary dwelling's gross square footage
- ADUs ≤ 1,000 SF: Building Permit only through OneStopShop
- ADUs > 1,000 SF: Administrative Use Permit through Planning first, then a Building Permit
- Each lot limited to one (1) detached ADU and one (1) attached ADU; additional detached ADU allowed on parcels >1 acre if restricted-affordable
- Architectural articulation is required
- Soils report required unless subdivision has one on file or a signed soils report waiver is provided (call 480-503-6700)
- All utility services for ADU must come from the primary structure's utility connections (a private in-line meter is allowed but is not read by the utility company)
- Separate address for ADU may be requested but is not required
- Accessory structures over 200 SF require a Building Permit (but not a Use Permit)
- HOA/CC&R approval may be required in addition to Town permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- OptionalAdministrative Use Permit Application (if ADU > 1,000 SF)Required from Planning Division before building permit can be issued for ADUs over 1,000 SF
- RequiredArchitectural PlansPlans showing architectural articulation, dimensions, setbacks, and relationship to primary dwelling
- RequiredSoils Report (or Waiver)Required unless subdivision has one on file; call (480) 503-6700 to check
- RequiredSite PlanShowing ADU location, setbacks, lot coverage, and relationship to primary structure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Same valuation-based table as residential construction; $50.00 minimum for work valued $1.00–$1,100.00 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Building Permit and Plan Review Fees Table, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. ADU permit fee calculated from the standard Building Permit Fee valuation-based table. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Administrative Use Permit Fee (if ADU > 1,000 SF) | $1,000 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Planning & Development Fees and Charges — Administrative Use Permit, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Development Fees | May apply — contact Development Services for current development fee schedule | Per the ADU Guide (doc 50846, February 2025): 'development fees may apply.' System Development Fees for single-unit residential: Parks & Recreation $9,358; Traffic Signals $1,754; Roads $3,010; Police $1,138; Fire $1,447 (per the July 1, 2025 fee schedule, doc 5883, adopted July 1, 2024 per Town Council April 16, 2024). Contact Development Services to confirm whether and what SDFs apply to a specific ADU. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in the Town of Gilbert. Applications submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. Gas lines, demolition, and spas may qualify for OTC (Over the Counter) review per the Plan Review Programs document. The demolition permit fee is a flat fee per the Town's adopted fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Arizona ROC-licensed contractor required for commercial demolition; verify for residential
- Utility disconnection/capping required before demolition (verify with Development Services)
- Asbestos survey/abatement may be required per Maricopa County Air Quality Department regulations — verify separately with MCESD
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit ApplicationSubmitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- OptionalUtility Disconnection ConfirmationVerification of utility disconnection or capping before demolition begins
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — flat fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees — Demolition Permit, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation and modification of permanent and temporary signs in the Town of Gilbert. Sign permit fees are set by type in the Town's adopted fee schedule. Applications submitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov. Sign plans are reviewed by Development Services.
Verified 2026-07-16 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- Sign must comply with Town of Gilbert sign regulations and zoning code
- Arizona ROC-licensed sign contractor typically required
- Electrical signs require electrical permit in addition to sign permit
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmitted through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov
- RequiredSign Plans / DrawingsShowing sign dimensions, materials, mounting method, and location
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Freestanding Sign: Monument Signs | $550 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. |
| Freestanding Sign: Tower Signs | $550 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Wall Signs — 1–49 square feet | $350 plus $100 for each additional sign | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Wall Signs — 50 square feet or larger | $450 plus $100 for each additional sign | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Temporary Banner Signs — Grand Opening | $35 (120 cumulative days display period) | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Temporary Banner Signs — Non-Grand Opening | $220 (180 cumulative days per 12-month period) | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Projecting Signs / Projecting Roof Signs | $550 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Drive-Through Lane Signs / Directory Signs / Residential Subdivision Entry Signs / Multi-Family Complex Entry Signs | $550 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Freestanding Sign: Onsite Traffic Directional Signs | $300 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Freestanding Sign: Freeway Signs | Based on sign value — calculated from Building Permit Fee table | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
| Temporary Residential Subdivision Signs / Offsite Temporary Signs on Private Property | $350 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Sign Permit Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. |
Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Occupancy
VerifiedThe Town of Gilbert does not offer a standalone 'change of use' or 'change of occupancy' application distinct from its Building Permit process. A standard Certificate of Occupancy is issued automatically upon passing final inspection under an active, paid Building Permit (per IBC §111 as adopted). For situations without new construction, Gilbert's adopted fee schedule separately lists a 'Courtesy Certificate of Occupancy (C of O)' product (two price tiers, Option A and Option B) and a 'Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) or Partial Certificate of Completion (PCC)' product used to grant occupancy of part of a building before the entire project is complete. Critically, Gilbert's local Fire Code amendment (2018 IFC §903.2.2, Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition) requires an automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed whenever a building within Fire Hazard Level 1 undergoes a change of occupancy, regardless of building area — this is the primary code trigger tied to a change of occupancy in Gilbert.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Submit through OneStopShop portal at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov if a permit is required for the change of occupancy (e.g., fire sprinkler retrofit or other construction)
- A building must pass final inspection under an active, paid Building Permit before legal occupancy, per IBC §111 as adopted by the Town of Gilbert
- A change of occupancy within Fire Hazard Level 1 requires installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system regardless of building area, per 2018 IFC §903.2.2 as locally amended (Town of Gilbert Technical Codes 2020 Edition)
- A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) is capped at 60 calendar days per issuance; renewals (also capped at 60 additional days each) are granted at the sole discretion of the Building Official based on remaining work; if the TCO and any extensions expire without completion of all outstanding items, the matter is referred to Code Compliance for enforcement (IBC §111.3 as locally amended)
- Contact Development Services at (480) 503-6700 to confirm which Courtesy Certificate of Occupancy fee tier (Option A or Option B) applies — the published fee schedule does not itself define the criteria distinguishing the two tiers
Required documents
- RequiredCertificate of Occupancy / Courtesy C of O RequestRequested through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov or by contacting Development Services at (480) 503-6700; no distinct published application form separate from the general Building Permit application was found for this product
- OptionalBuilding Permit Application (if construction is triggered)Required if the change of occupancy triggers construction work, such as a fire sprinkler system retrofit under IFC §903.2.2 or other tenant improvement work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Courtesy Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) — Option A | $110 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. Figure confirmed by rendering the PDF page to PNG and reading it visually (page 9 of the 'Revised 7/1/2026' republication) because pdftotext -layout scrambled this column; the published fee schedule does not define what distinguishes 'Option A' from 'Option B' — confirm applicability with Development Services. |
| Courtesy Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) — Option B | $250 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9 (same caveat on Option A/B criteria as above). |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) or Partial Certificate of Completion (PCC) | $650 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9 — pdftotext -layout had scrambled this fee column and bled in unrelated figures from the Walls/Fences and Individual Permit rows above it. |
| TCO/PCC Exception — Initial TCO or PCC for TI under 2,000 sq ft requiring only Building, Fire, and Backflow signatures | $340 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9. |
| TCO/PCC 1st Renewal | $125 each | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9. |
| TCO/PCC 2nd Renewal | $250 each | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9. |
| TCO/PCC 3rd Renewal | $500 each | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Applied Miscellaneous Building Fees, effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 9. |
| Standard Certificate of Occupancy (final inspection under an active Building Permit) | No separate fee — included in the Building Permit Fee for the underlying permit | Per IBC §111 as adopted by the Town of Gilbert; a standard Certificate of Occupancy is issued upon passing final inspection under an already-paid Building Permit, and is not billed as a distinct line item. |
Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedGilbert has its own municipal fire department (Gilbert Fire & Rescue), and its Fire Prevention Division reviews fire sprinkler, standpipe, and fire alarm/monitoring system plans — but not as a separate department application or fee system. Per the Town's own 'Fire Plan Review' page, Development Services (not a standalone Fire Department permit desk) reviews and approves Fire Alarm Systems, Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems, and Standpipes as a Deferred Submittal tied to the project's Master Building/Construction Permit, submitted through OneStopShop and accompanied by the Town's Fire Protection Checklist. Despite being processed through the same Building Permit workflow, fire protection systems are billed under a genuinely distinct, flat (non-valuation-based) 'Fire Permit & Plan Review Fees' table in the Town's fee schedule, and have their own published review-timeline goals separate from standard commercial plan review.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Submit as a Deferred Submittal through OneStopShop at onestopshop.gilbertaz.gov, referencing the Master Building/Construction Permit number — required on the Construction Permit Application for ALL deferred submittals
- Sprinkler submittals: site plan and sprinkler plans per NFPA 13 Chapter 14; cut sheets for sprinkler heads, piping, and the backflow device; hydraulic calculations (not required for TI/minor modifications unless flexible-type piping is used)
- Alarm/monitoring submittals: alarm/monitoring system plan with site plan, area calculations, and battery/voltage-drop/circuit-voltage calculations, plus device cut sheets with applicable devices highlighted
- All Fire Protection System sheets must be sealed by an Arizona-registered Professional Engineer (PE) per the Arizona Board of Technical Registration's Substantive Policy #3 (Fire Sprinklers and Fire Alarm Systems); shop/installation drawings not requiring a PE seal must be designed by at minimum a NICET III (sprinkler modifications of 20 heads or less, not involving High Hazard occupancies or monitoring-only systems, may be designed by a NICET II)
- Town of Gilbert is currently enforcing 2016 NFPA 13/13R/13D, 2017 NFPA 58, 2016 NFPA 72, 2018 I-Codes, 2017 NEC, and 2010 ADA Standards (with Town Amendments) for fire protection system plan review
Required documents
- RequiredFire Protection ChecklistTown of Gilbert Fire Protection Checklist (required cover sheet/checklist accompanying the Construction Permit Application for any fire sprinkler, standpipe, alarm/monitoring, or related fire protection submittal)
- OptionalSprinkler Site Plan and Plans (NFPA 13 Ch. 14)Site plan and sprinkler system plans meeting NFPA 13 Chapter 14 requirements
- OptionalSprinkler Cut SheetsCut sheets for sprinkler heads, piping, and the backflow device
- OptionalHydraulic CalculationsRequired for new sprinkler systems; not required for TI/minor modifications unless flexible-type piping is used
- OptionalAlarm/Monitoring System PlanSite plan, area calculations, and battery/voltage-drop/circuit-voltage calculations for fire alarm or fire sprinkler monitoring systems
- OptionalAlarm Device Cut SheetsDevice cut sheets with applicable devices highlighted
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Sprinkler System (new) — 1-10K sf | $560 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Fire Permit & Plan Review Fees (page 17), effective July 1, 2025, adopted by Town Council May 20, 2025 by Resolution 4563. Figure confirmed by rendering the fee-schedule PDF page to PNG and reading it visually because pdftotext -layout scrambled this table's rows/columns. |
| Automatic Sprinkler System (new) — 10,001-52K sf | $710 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler System (new) — >52K sf, each additional 52K sf or fraction thereof | $480 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler System (new) — each story above or below | $160 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Residential Sprinkler System | $330 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — 1-20 heads | $240 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — 21-50 heads | $360 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — 51-100 heads | $520 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — 101-500 heads | $710 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — each additional 100 heads | $280 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Automatic Sprinkler Modifications — each story above or below | $160 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Standpipes Installation | $320 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. Listed as a related fire-suppression system line item on the same Fire Permit & Plan Review Fees table. |
| Underground Fire Lines | $240 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. Feed-line installation for sprinkler/standpipe systems, billed on the same Fire Permit & Plan Review Fees table. |
| Fire Pumps | $420 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — base (Fire Sprinkler Monitoring system) | $400 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. Table header groups Fire Alarm System and Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System fees together. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — 1-10K sf | $480 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — 10,001-52K sf | $640 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — >52K sf, each additional 52K sf or fraction thereof | $480 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — each story above/below | $160 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Fire Alarm System / Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System — each additional building | $160 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Egress Lighting and Signage | $100 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Smoke and Damper Control Devices | $100 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Modifications — Fire Alarm System, 1-10 devices | $260 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Modifications — Fire Alarm System, 11-30 devices | $400 | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Modifications — Fire Alarm System, each additional 10 devices | $160 each | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 17. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $150 | Source: Town of Gilbert Development Services Fee Schedules (doc 5883), Fire Permit & Plan Review Fees — Additional Inspection/Plan Review Fees (page 18), effective July 1, 2025, Resolution 4563. Confirmed via visual PNG render of page 18. |
| Plan Review Fee (no specific fee otherwise indicated) | $150 per hour | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 18. |
| Inspection Outside Normal Business Hours | $150 per hour (2-hour minimum) | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 18. |
| Additional Plan Review Charge (3rd or subsequent review) | $150 per hour | Source: same as above; confirmed via visual PNG render of page 18. |
Sources & verification
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