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Commercial / Multifamily Building Permit in Mesa, Arizona

Required in Mesa for new commercial buildings, tenant improvements, alterations, changes of occupancy, multi-family residential developments, and new accessory structures over 200 sq ft. Submit electronically through the DIMES portal. Mesa reviews commercial plans within 18 working days (Monday–Thursday, holidays excluded). Expedited review (10 working days) and Super-Expedited review (5 working days) are available for an additional premium. A Self-Certification Program allows a registered professional to certify code compliance, expediting permit issuance to within 5 days.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Apply through the DIMES online permit system; all submissions are electronic
  • A permit is required for: new buildings; tenant improvements / alterations / modifications; changes of occupancy; building systems (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas); safety systems (fire sprinklers, alarms, hoods, ADA compliance); accessory structures; swimming pools; perimeter fences and entry gates; demolition; at-risk grading; after-hours work
  • Required documents: Contractor Licensure Verification Form; fully dimensioned site plan; code data sheet with scope of work; architectural, structural, and engineer-sealed drawings; grading, drainage, and utilities plan (if applicable); electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans
  • If property is in a flood zone, obtain Maricopa County Flood Control District approval before applying for a Mesa permit
  • Maricopa County Dust Control approval required for soil disturbance over 1/10 acre prior to Mesa permit issuance
  • Permit applications received on or after January 8, 2026 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes

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Fee schedule

Building permit — Commercial Rate Table (valuation-based)Mesa Development Services Schedule of Fees and Charges (Dec 2025), Commercial Rate Table. Valuation = Building Area × current ICC Building Safety Journal $/sq ft. Fees include plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and all other work in the valuation (Mesa City Code § 4-1-8(J)). A 4% Technology Improvement Fee (capped at $800) is added to every permit fee.
$0–$8,333: $220; $8,334–$16,667: $330; $16,668–$24,999: $440; $25,000–$500,000: $500 plus $10/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $25,000; $500,000.01–$1,000,000: $5,250 plus $5/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $500,000; $1,000,000.01–$5,000,000: $7,750 plus $4/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $1,000,000; $5,000,000.01–$10,000,000: $23,750 plus $2/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $5,000,000; over $10,000,000: $33,750 plus $1/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $10,000,000
Change of Occupancy PermitMesa Development Services Schedule of Fees and Charges — Change of Occupancy Permits section. A Change of Occupancy requires a new Building Permit regardless of the extent of construction.
Minimum $500; fee calculated same as Renovation Permit
Expedited Review PremiumMesa Development Services Schedule of Fees and Charges, Special Services — Expedited Projects. Super-Expedited requires prior approval from PermitServices@MesaAZ.gov.
Expedited (10 working days): 100% of total permit fee; Super-Expedited (5 working days): 200% of total permit fee
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (extensions)Mesa Development Services Schedule of Fees and Charges — Temporary Certificates of Occupancy section.
Initial issuance (up to 30 days): No charge; next three months or portion (up to 30 days each): $500 per extension, or $20/day whichever is less; each month after the fourth: $1,000 per extension, or $40/day whichever is less

Review timeline

Plan reviewMesa’s published plan-review target
18–18 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Inspections at each stage prior to concealment

    Inspections are conducted at each construction stage. Approved inspections allow work to proceed; failed inspections require corrections and rescheduling. Schedule via DIMES, by text to 480-644-2428, or by phone. Inspection hours: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday.

  2. 2

    Final Inspection / Certificate of Occupancy

    Final inspection is conducted when all work is complete. A Certificate of Occupancy is automatically generated upon completion. A Certificate of Occupancy may also be required for a Change of Use even without physical construction.

See the full Mesa inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Mesa's commercial plan review turnaround is 18 working days (Mon–Thu) for regular review; 10 working days for Expedited (100% premium); 5 working days for Super-Expedited (200% premium, requires prior approval via email).
  • The Self-Certification Program allows a registered professional to certify code compliance, reducing permit issuance time to within 5 days — see Self Certification Eligible Projects PDF on the Forms page.
  • Permit-by-Inspection (PBI) is available for minor interior remodels for tenant improvements in specific occupancy groups.
  • Annual Facilities Permits (AFP) are available for qualified facilities managing specialized buildings.
  • A Change of Occupancy requires a new Building Permit even if no physical changes are made.

Frequently asked questions

Mesa requires a commercial / multifamily building permit for: Apply through the DIMES online permit system; all submissions are electronic; A permit is required for: new buildings; tenant improvements / alterations / modifications; changes of occupancy; building systems (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas); safety systems (fire sprinklers, alarms, hoods, ADA compliance); accessory structures; swimming pools; perimeter fences and entry gates; demolition; at-risk grading; after-hours work; Required documents: Contractor Licensure Verification Form; fully dimensioned site plan; code data sheet with scope of work; architectural, structural, and engineer-sealed drawings; grading, drainage, and utilities plan (if applicable); electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans; If property is in a flood zone, obtain Maricopa County Flood Control District approval before applying for a Mesa permit; Maricopa County Dust Control approval required for soil disturbance over 1/10 acre prior to Mesa permit issuance; Permit applications received on or after January 8, 2026 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Mesa Development Services Department — Permit Services at 480-644-4273 before starting work.

In Mesa, the published Building permit — Commercial Rate Table (valuation-based) is: $0–$8,333: $220; $8,334–$16,667: $330; $16,668–$24,999: $440; $25,000–$500,000: $500 plus $10/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $25,000; $500,000.01–$1,000,000: $5,250 plus $5/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $500,000; $1,000,000.01–$5,000,000: $7,750 plus $4/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $1,000,000; $5,000,000.01–$10,000,000: $23,750 plus $2/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $5,000,000; over $10,000,000: $33,750 plus $1/each $1,000 or portion thereof over $10,000,000. Additional published fees: Change of Occupancy Permit — Minimum $500; fee calculated same as Renovation Permit; Expedited Review Premium — Expedited (10 working days): 100% of total permit fee; Super-Expedited (5 working days): 200% of total permit fee; Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (extensions) — Initial issuance (up to 30 days): No charge; next three months or portion (up to 30 days each): $500 per extension, or $20/day whichever is less; each month after the fourth: $1,000 per extension, or $40/day whichever is less. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Regular review: 18 working days (Mon–Thu, holidays excluded). Expedited review: 10 working days (100% premium). Super-Expedited: 5 working days (200% premium, requires prior email approval from PermitServices@MesaAZ.gov). These are maximum timeframes and depend on workload. Source: City of Mesa Commercial Construction page.

You'll need: Contractor Licensure Verification Form; Fully Dimensioned Site Plan; Architectural, Structural, and Engineer-Sealed Drawings; Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Plans. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Mesa requires 2 inspection(s) for a commercial / multifamily building permit, in order: Inspections at each stage prior to concealment, Final Inspection / Certificate of Occupancy. Schedule each through City of Mesa Development Services Department — Permit Services (480-644-4273).

Apply through City of Mesa Development Services Department — Permit Services at 55 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201. Phone: 480-644-4273, email: PermitServices@mesaaz.gov. Office hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday (Essential Services Call Center only) 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Official information: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Business-Development/Development-Services/Building-Permit-Plan-Review.

Mesa, Arizona has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by Mesa City Council; effective January 8, 2026 (applies to permit applications submitted on or after that date); local amendments published in Mesa City Code Title 4 — Building Regulations (Municode); 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; existing 2018 IRC standard plans valid for 6 months after adoption; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — effective January 8, 2026; Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Mesa City Code Title 4 local amendments; 2023 NEC (Electrical) Checklist published by Development Services; ADA 2017 / ICC A117.1 — referenced for accessibility compliance; 2025 NFPA 13 (Sprinklers) and 2025 NFPA 72 (Fire Alarm) — referenced for fire protection systems. Local amendments apply — see the Mesa overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.

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 Mesa building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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