Mechanical / HVAC Permit in Glendale, Arizona
Mechanical and HVAC work in Glendale is governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC, with Appendices A and B) as adopted by Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026. Residential mechanical permits are applied for using the Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026). Glendale charges mechanical permit fees on a per-item basis (base fee plus counts of air handlers, furnaces, evaporative coolers, vents, etc.).
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Mechanical and HVAC work must comply with the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC (Appendices A and B) as adopted by Ordinance O25-51 (effective January 9, 2026)
- Submit a completed Permit/Plan Review Application (Residential 2026)
- Licensed Arizona ROC mechanical contractor required unless owner-builder exemption applies
Required documents
- Req
Permit/Plan Review Application — Residential (2026)
Current residential permit application; used for mechanical/HVAC permits
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical permit — base fee | $29.79 base fee | City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Residential Fees — Mechanical Permit: Base Permit Fee (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Air handlers | $13.48 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Air Handlers (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Evaporative coolers | $13.48 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Evaporative Coolers (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Furnaces (100K BTU or less) | $18.76 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Furnaces 100K BTU or less (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Furnaces (over 100K BTU) | $23.04 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Furnaces over 100K BTU (effective May 10, 2019). |
| All-in-one HVAC (package unit) | $13.48 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: All-in-one HVAC (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Vent fans and appliance vents | $9.19 each | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Vent Fans and Appliance Vents (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Repairs/additions to existing equipment | $17.35 | City of Glendale Fee Schedule — Mechanical Permit: Repairs/additions to existing equipment (effective May 10, 2019). |
| Plan review — Mechanical | 75% of the mechanical permit fee (minimum $122.88) | City of Glendale Fee Schedule, Residential Fees — Mechanical 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 Mechanical
Before insulation and drywall; all ductwork and mechanical rough-in inspected before concealment
- 2
Final Mechanical
After all equipment is installed and system is operational
Tips
- A mechanical permit is required for HVAC change-outs and new installations.
- Fees are per-item (base + equipment counts), not valuation-based.
- Glendale adopted the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC (with Appendices A and B) via Ordinance O25-51, effective January 9, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace my HVAC unit in Glendale?
- Yes. An HVAC change-out requires a mechanical permit. The fee is $29.79 base plus $13.48 for an all-in-one package unit (or $18.76/$23.04 for furnaces). Source: City of Glendale Fee Schedule (effective May 10, 2019).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Glendale Development Services — official building department
- Building Permits | City of Glendale Building Safety
- City of Glendale Community Development Fee Schedule — Mechanical 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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