Electrical Permit in Glendale, Arizona
Electrical work in Glendale is governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026. Residential electrical permits are applied for using the Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026). Glendale charges electrical permit fees on a per-item basis (base fee plus individual counts of circuits, fixtures, outlets, appliances, and sub-panels) rather than a valuation-based Table 3A fee. An electrical clearance inspection fee applies when required by the utility company to energize service.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Electrical work must comply with the 2023 NEC as adopted by Ordinance O25-51 (effective January 9, 2026)
- Submit a completed Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026)
- Ground-fault protection performance tests are required for equipment per Glendale's IBC Section 110.3.11.1 amendment
- Licensed Arizona ROC electrical contractor required unless owner-builder exemption applies
Required documents
- Req
Permit/Plan Review Application — Residential (2026)
Current residential permit application; used for electrical permits
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit — base fee | $29.79 base fee | City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Residential Fees — Electrical Permit: Base Permit Fee (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Electrical service (200A or less) | $38.64 | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Electrical Service 200A or less (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Electrical service (over 200A) | $78.75 | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Electrical Service over 200A (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Electrical clearance (inspection not included) | $114.35 per request | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Electrical Clearance, when required by utility company to energize service (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Temporary power meter installation | $152.10 | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Temporary Power Meter Installation (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Sub-panels | $38.64 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Sub panels (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Appliances (1 HP or less — dishwasher, range, water heater, dryer, etc.) | $6.00 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Appliances 1 HP or less (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Receptacles/switches/outlets — first 20 fixtures | $1.36 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Receptacles/Switches/Outlets, first 20 fixtures (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Receptacles/switches/outlets — additional fixtures beyond 20 | $0.89 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Receptacles/Switches/Outlets, additional fixtures (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Livable floor area (electrical) | $0.06 per square foot | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Livable Floor Area charge (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Plan review — Electrical | 75% of the electrical permit fee (minimum $122.88) | City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Residential Fees — Electrical Plan Review (effective May 10, 2019). |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Glendale building department
Inspection process
- 1
Rough Electrical
Before insulation and drywall; all wiring in walls inspected before concealment per Glendale's code: 'No portion of the work may be concealed, covered or put into use until it has been passed by the City of Glendale Building Inspector.'
- 2
Final Electrical
After all wiring is complete, outlets, switches, fixtures, and panels inspected
Tips
- Glendale adopted the 2023 NEC (not a 2024 edition) via Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026.
- Electrical fees are per-item (base fee + per outlet/fixture/appliance counts), not valuation-based.
- An electrical clearance fee of $114.35 applies when the utility company requires an inspection to energize service — this inspection is NOT included with the standard electrical permit.
- Ground-fault protection performance tests are required for equipment rated 1,000 amps or more per Glendale's IBC amendment Section 110.3.11.1.
Frequently asked questions
- Which electrical code does Glendale follow?
- Glendale adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) via Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026. Source: Glendale Building Codes page (glendaleaz.gov) and Ordinance O25-51.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Glendale Development Services — official building department
- Building Codes | City of Glendale (2023 NEC listed)
- Building Code Amendments — Ordinance O25-51 (2023 NEC cited in Section (a)(7))
- City of Glendale Community Development Fee Schedule — Electrical Permit fees (effective May 10, 2019) — PDF
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Glendale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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