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Paradise Valley building permits
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Codes adopted
Arizona has NO statewide mandatory building code floor for general construction — code adoption is a per-city/county authority under state enabling statutes (e.g., A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The Town of Paradise Valley operates its own Building Safety Department / Community Development Department and independently adopts and administers its own construction codes. Source: Town of Paradise Valley Building page (paradisevalleyaz.gov/185/Building) and the Town's 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' handout (Community Development Department, updated July 2023).2015 International Residential Code (IRC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley, with local design-criteria and administrative amendments. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (Community Development Department, updated July 2023).2015 International Building Code (IBC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley, with local amendments. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2015 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2015 International Plumbing Code (IPC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2015 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2021 International Fire Code (IFC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley as its uniform fire code — the only 2021-cycle ICC code adopted by the Town, one full code cycle newer than its 2015 building/residential/mechanical/plumbing/fuel-gas set; administered with the Town Fire Marshal (480-348-3631). Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2015 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2014 National Electrical Code (NEC), as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley — one edition behind Buckeye's 2023 NEC and two behind the current 2023 NFPA cycle; this is the edition in force as of the Town's most recently updated codes-adopted handout (July 2023). Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley. Source: 'International Codes adopted by Town of Paradise Valley' (updated July 2023).Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) Manual J (load calculation) and Manual S (equipment selection) compliance is mandatory for all new single-family home applications, using Town-specified outdoor design conditions (Winter Heating 99% DB = 35°F ± 2°F; Summer Cooling 1% DB = 107°F ± 2°F) and indoor design conditions (Heating 70°F at 30% RH; Cooling 75°F at 45% RH). Source: Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout (Building Safety Department).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Custom Home)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residence, guest house, ramada, or other fixed-location structure construction in the Town of Paradise Valley, an affluent custom-home market where nearly all residential building is high-end, architect-designed custom construction. Reviewed in-house against the Town's adopted 2015 IRC/IBC and local design criteria. Applications are submitted through the Accela Citizen Access online portal.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for any structure constructed or erected over 8 inches requiring a fixed location on the ground, including single-family residences, guest houses, ramadas, fountains, and sport courts
- A separate permit application is required for each structure type on the property; permits are valid only 180 days, so the Town advises against applying for all structures simultaneously
- Complete construction plans required: site plan (setbacks measured from property lines, not the street; all rights-of-way, washes, and easements shown), foundation plan with rebar details, roof framing plan and wall section, truss calculations or signed Truss Deferral Form from the Engineer of Record, masonry details, plumbing plan with isometrics, electrical plan with load calculations and one-line diagram, elevations with height dimensions, and ACCA Manual J/Manual S calculations
- One stapled set of plans required at initial submittal for projects valued over $50,000 (two sets for $50,000 or less); two sets always required at second and subsequent submittals; sheet size 24"x36" minimum, 36"x42" maximum
- Hillside Committee review required first if the building site slope is 10% or greater (contact Hillside Planner, 480-348-3519)
- Additional requirements apply to any new house (regardless of value) or remodel valued at $500,000 or greater
- Water meter size/installation-date verification required from the applicable water company (EPCOR, City of Phoenix Water Services, or Berneil Water Co.) for properties on existing Paradise Valley sewer
- New structures require automatic fire sprinklers (Town amendment); septic (OSWTP) permit/approval from Maricopa County Environmental Services required for new septic systems or bedroom/fixture-count increases
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal (aca-prod.accela.com/PARADISEVLY)
- RequiredSite PlanShows all existing structures, proposed construction, dimensions, setbacks from property lines, rights-of-way, washes, and easements; must include Floor Area Ratio calculation
- RequiredConstruction Plan SetFoundation plan, roof framing plan, wall sections, masonry details, plumbing isometrics with Plumbing Fixture Calculation Worksheet, electrical plan with load calculations and one-line diagram, elevations with height dimensions, ACCA Manual J/S calculations
- RequiredTruss Calculations or Truss Deferral FormOne set of truss calculations, or a signed Truss Deferral Form from the Engineer of Record
- RequiredDust Control PlanRequired per Town Code 5-10-5(C); a Maricopa County Air Quality Dust Control Permit is required instead if disturbed area exceeds 4,356 sq ft on a non-owner-builder project
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | $33.98 (valuation $1-$800); $33.98 + $2.94 per additional $100 to $3,000; $100.13 + $13.49 per additional $1,000 to $38,000; $565.73 + $9.73 per additional $1,000 to $75,000; $930.84 + $6.75 per additional $1,000 to $750,000; $8,110.07 + $3.04 per additional $1,000 above $750,000 | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' §1.1.1.1 (current, live document, Building Safety Department); minimum valuation floors apply: livable area $225/sq ft, garage/storage $50/sq ft, covered patio/carport $35/sq ft |
| Building Plan Review (in-house, up to two reviews) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Plan Review Process'; covers up to two reviews of building, electrical, grading/drainage, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and fire-prevention plans |
| Additional Plan Reviews (3rd and beyond) | $145.00 per hour | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
| Haul Fee (new construction/remodel valued at $500,000+) | 9.0% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, §1.1.1.4; additional haul-permit fees apply separately if more than 100 cubic yards of fill dirt are brought onto or removed from the property |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, and interior alterations to existing homes in Paradise Valley. Reviewed in-house against the Town's adopted 2015 IRC/IBC. Interior remodels are valued at half the standard per-square-foot rate.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for room additions, remodels, and structural alterations to existing dwellings
- Interior remodel valuations are based on one-half of the actual per-square-foot value used for new construction; conversions (changing the use of an existing area) are valued using the per-square-foot value of the proposed use less the per-square-foot value of the existing use
- Additional Town requirements apply to any remodel project valued at $500,000 or greater
- Site plan must show existing structures, proposed addition footprint, dimensions, and setbacks from property lines
- Existing structures undergoing a 50% structural addition, alteration, or repair, or affecting 50% or more of the building, must add fire sprinklers
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanExisting structure, addition footprint, dimensions, and setbacks
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFoundation, framing, and structural connection details to the existing structure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remodel/Addition Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (§1.1.1.1), applied to one-half of the standard per-square-foot value for interior remodels | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' |
| Plan Review (in-house, up to two reviews) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Paradise Valley, governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the Town. Covers panel upgrades/replacements, service establishment, and lighting changes.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for panel upgrades, replacements, service entrance changes, and other hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley
- Site Plan and Load Calculations may be required depending on the scope of work (e.g., service upgrades)
- Apply via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- OptionalSite PlanRequired for service entrance/panel work depending on scope
- OptionalLoad CalculationsRequired for service upgrades or new electrical service
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee (flat) | $130.00 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule, §1.1.4 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision; the Town's Master Fee Schedule was subsequently amended by Res. 2023-06 effective 10/14/2023, but that later revision's PDF could not be independently re-extracted in this review — see note below). Larger-scope electrical work tied to new construction or major remodels is instead billed under the project's overall valuation-based Building Permit Fee. |
| Plan Review (in-house, if plan review is required) | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Plan Review Process' — applies when an electrical plan/load calculation submittal requires review rather than counter issuance |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Paradise Valley, governed by the 2015 IPC as adopted by the Town. Covers gas lines, sewer service, water heaters, and re-piping.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for gas lines, sewer service connections, water heater installation/replacement, and re-piping
- Governed by the 2015 IPC as adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley
- Site Plan and Plumbing Isometric/Calculations required for scope involving new piping runs or gas lines
- Septic (On-Site WasteWater Treatment) permit/approval from Maricopa County Environmental Services required separately for new septic systems or bedroom/fixture-count increases
- Apply via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanRequired for scope involving new plumbing/gas line runs
- OptionalPlumbing Isometric / Plumbing Fixture Calculation WorksheetRequired for gas and waste/vent plan review on new construction or major re-piping
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee (flat) | $130.00 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule, §1.1.2 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision — see the electrical-permit entry's tips for the documented reason the 2023-amended figure could not be independently re-verified). Plumbing work tied to new construction or major remodels is instead billed under the project's overall valuation-based Building Permit Fee. |
| Plan Review (in-house, if required) | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Paradise Valley, governed by the 2015 IMC as adopted by the Town. New single-family homes must comply with ACCA Manual J/Manual S load calculations using Town-specified design conditions.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC equipment and ventilation systems
- Governed by the 2015 IMC as adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley
- New single-family home HVAC design must comply with ACCA Manual J (load calc) and Manual S (equipment selection), using Town-specified outdoor design conditions (99% DB heating 35°F ± 2°F; 1% DB cooling 107°F ± 2°F) and indoor design conditions (70°F/30% RH heating; 75°F/45% RH cooling)
- Site Plan required
- Apply via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing equipment location
- OptionalACCA Manual J/Manual S CalculationsRequired for new single-family home HVAC design
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Fee (flat) | $130.00 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule, §1.1.3 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision — see electrical-permit entry for the documented reason the 2023-amended figure could not be independently re-verified). Mechanical work tied to new construction or major remodels is instead billed under the project's overall valuation-based Building Permit Fee. |
| Plan Review (in-house, if required) | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Fence / Site Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for fences, walls, gates, planters, and retaining walls in Paradise Valley, one of the Town's most heavily-regulated permit categories given its Zoning Ordinance Article XXIV (Walls and Fences) height/setback rules aimed at preserving 'visual openness.' Includes a distinct fee-per-linear-foot structure and detailed masonry design standards.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for fences, walls, gates, planters, gardens, and retaining walls (exempt only where removal/replacement scope falls under the Town's 12-linear-foot demolition threshold, which triggers a demolition permit instead)
- Height and setback vary by street classification and wall/fence type per Zoning Ordinance Table 2404A: front yard along local/collector/minor streets — 'view fence' or 'combination view fence' up to 6 ft may set back 20 ft (with recorded hedge-maintenance agreement if a hedge is also present), all other wall types over 3 ft must set back 40 ft minimum; along major arterial streets, walls over 3 ft must set back at least 20 ft (view fence 10 ft, meandering wall 15 ft average), max height 8 ft including berm; side/rear yard interior (no adjoining right-of-way) has no setback requirement, max height 6 ft (8 ft including berm against non-residential property)
- Any wall visible from adjoining properties, rights-of-way, or open space must be finished with stucco, brick, stone, metal, rails, wood, or tile — minimum standard is stucco and paint on both the right-of-way-facing and adjoining-property-facing sides
- Razor/barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited (Zoning Ordinance Article XXIV)
- Site plan for fence applications must show all watercourses, washes, arroyos, and drainage easements — walls/fences are not allowed in washes or drainage easements
- Applicant must provide a topographic plan or a letter acknowledging the structure will not be placed in any wash, retention basin, or drainage easement
- Swimming pool barrier fences/walls must independently meet the Town's Barrier Requirements (60 in. height, 20 in. from water's edge, self-closing/self-latching gates, etc.) in addition to the Zoning Ordinance's general wall/fence rules
Required documents
- RequiredFence/Site Walls Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanMust show all watercourses, washes, arroyos, drainage easements, and setback dimensions per Table 2404A
- RequiredDust Control PlanRequired per Town Code 5-10-5(C); a Maricopa County Air Quality Dust Control Permit substitutes if disturbed area exceeds 4,356 sq ft on a non-owner-builder project
- RequiredAgent Authorization LetterRequired when an agent/contractor submits on behalf of the property owner
- RequiredHOA AcknowledgementRequired where the property is subject to an HOA
- Optional8-inch Masonry Fence Design / 4-inch Fence with PilastersTown-published reference standard details for common wall/fence construction types
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence/Wall Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Minimum valuation $30/linear foot, then the standard valuation-based Building Permit Fee table (§1.1.1.1) applies | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' — Minimum Valuation Table (current, live) |
| Plan Review (in-house, up to two reviews) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground or above-ground swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in Paradise Valley — a very common permit type given the Town's high-end custom-home market, where private pools are near-standard. Pool construction is valued at 1% of construction cost rather than the standard per-square-foot valuation table, and pool barriers must independently meet the Town's dedicated Barrier Requirements handout.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for in-ground, above-ground, and on-ground pools, spas, and hot tubs (defined as any contained body of water 18 inches or more deep and wider than 8 ft at any point)
- Pool Plan prepared by a licensed engineer required, along with structural calculations
- Barrier compliance required per the Town's Barrier Requirements handout: barrier at least 60 in. above grade (48 in. where separating the pool only from habitable space on the same property), maximum 2 in. (4 in. over solid surfaces) clearance at the bottom, at least 20 in. from the water's edge, openings not passing a 4 in. sphere, chain-link mesh max 2¼ in. (11-gauge minimum), self-closing/self-latching pedestrian gates opening away from the pool
- Where a dwelling wall serves as part of the pool barrier, direct-access doors require either a powered safety cover (ASTM F1346) or a UL 2017-listed door/screen alarm system
- Pool/spa entrapment protection and suction/vacuum relief requirements apply per the Town's dedicated reference handouts
- Site plan and Dust Control Plan required (Maricopa County Air Quality Dust Control Permit substitutes if disturbed area exceeds 4,356 sq ft on a non-owner-builder project)
Required documents
- RequiredPool/Spa Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanPool/spa location, setbacks, and barrier layout
- RequiredPool Plan from EngineerEngineer-prepared pool design plan with structural calculations
- RequiredStructural CalculationsRequired for pool/spa shell and any structural barrier elements
- RequiredDust Control PlanRequired per Town Code 5-10-5(C)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pool/Spa Permit Fee | 1% of construction cost | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' §1.1.1.3 (current, live document, Building Safety Department) |
| Plan Review (in-house, up to two reviews) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop residential solar photovoltaic systems in Paradise Valley. Reviewed in-house per the standard Building Safety Department plan-review process; a Hillside Building Committee application also exists for solar/solar-hot-water additions on Hillside lots.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building/electrical permit required for solar PV system installation
- Design Sheets (equipment cut sheets, racking/attachment details) and Site Plan required at submittal
- Governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley for the electrical interconnection scope
- On a Hillside Development Area lot, a separate Hillside Building Committee application and fee applies specifically for review of a solar photovoltaic or solar hot water heater addition
- Apply via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanRoof layout and panel placement
- RequiredDesign SheetsEquipment cut sheets for panels, inverters, and racking
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building/Electrical Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Standard valuation-based Building Permit Fee table (§1.1.1.1) applied to system cost | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' — no separate flat solar-specific line item was found on the Town's current fee handout; solar is billed under the general valuation-based fee structure |
| Hillside Review of Solar PV or Solar Hot Water Heater Addition (Hillside lots only) | $1,785 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule §2.3.2.b (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision — see electrical-permit entry for why the 2023-amended figure could not be independently re-verified); applies only when the property is within a Hillside Development Area |
| Plan Review (in-house, up to two reviews) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure, wall, or fence in Paradise Valley whenever more than 12 linear feet of building wall/fence or 12 square feet of roof/structure is removed. Must be obtained before the associated building permit is issued.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Demolition permit required whenever more than 12 linear feet of building wall or fence, or 12 square feet of roof or structure, is to be removed; must be obtained BEFORE issuance of the building permit for any subsequent new construction
- Site Plan, Dust Control Plan, Right-of-Way Photos, Construction Plans, SWPPP, and Native Plant Preservation Plan required depending on scope
- Asbestos inspection required for multi-building demolition
- A Demolition Haul Permit applies separately when more than 100 cubic yards of other materials are removed from the property
- A final inspection must be performed on every demolition permit
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanLocation of the structure(s) to be demolished plus other existing structures
- RequiredRight-of-Way PhotosDocumentation of right-of-way condition prior to demolition
- OptionalSWPPPStormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, where applicable
- OptionalNative Plant Preservation PlanRequired where native plant removal/relocation is triggered
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Plan Check — Complete Demolition | $145 | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Demolition permits' section (current, live) — covers up to two plan reviews; additional reviews at $145/hour |
| Demolition Plan Check — Partial Demolition | $73 | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout (current, live) |
| Demolition Permit — Complete Demolition (2021 schedule, likely superseded) | $260 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule §1.1.7 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision); the Town's current live Building Permit Application Information handout confirms the plan-check fee split ($73/$145) is current but does not restate the separate permit-issuance fee, so this permit-issuance figure should be reconfirmed with the Building Safety Department |
| Expedited Out-Sourced Demolition Review | 115% of the Building Permit Fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout (current, live); additional reviews after two at $145/hour |
Grading Permit
VerifiedRequired for earthwork with gradient or drainage changes in Paradise Valley, administered by the Engineering Department. Fees are based on cubic yards of earth moved, with an additional Haul Permit for large-volume dirt import/export.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Grading permit required for earthwork involving gradient or drainage changes on a property
- Legal survey and Grading and Drainage Plan, both prepared by an Arizona Registered Civil Engineer, required
- SWPPP and Dust Control Plan required; ADEQ Notice of Intent required if disturbance exceeds one acre
- A late permit fee (double the standard permit fee) applies for any grading work performed without first obtaining a grading permit
- A separate Haul Permit applies when more than 100 cubic yards of dirt are brought onto or removed from the property
Required documents
- RequiredGrading Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- RequiredLegal SurveyPrepared by an Arizona Registered Civil Engineer
- RequiredGrading and Drainage PlanPrepared by an Arizona Registered Civil Engineer
- RequiredSWPPPStormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
- RequiredDust Control PlanRequired per Town Code 5-10-5(C)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Grading Permit Plan Check | $48 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule §1.2.1 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision — see electrical-permit entry for why the 2023-amended figure could not be independently re-verified) |
| Grading Permit Fee | $168 for the first 100 cubic yards + $96 for each additional 100 cubic yards | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' §1.2.1 (current, live document) |
| Excavation Haul Fee (100+ cubic yards) | $150 for the first 100 cubic yards + $96 for each additional 100 cubic yards or part thereof | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Fee Structure' §1.2.3 (current, live document) |
| Engineering Plan Review | $100 for the 1st and 2nd review each; $50 for each subsequent review | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule §1.2.4 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision) |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedThe Town of Paradise Valley does not publish a dedicated EV charger/EVSE permit. Installation of a dedicated 240-volt EV charging circuit is permitted as hard-wired electrical work under the Town's standard Electrical Permit, governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the Town, and is pulled by the licensed electrical contractor performing the work. There is no EV-specific line item in the Town's Master Fee Schedule; the flat Electrical Permit Fee applies.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for a dedicated EV charging circuit, as with any hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the Town of Paradise Valley
- Only a licensed Arizona electrical contractor may pull the permit and perform the installation
- Load calculations may be required to confirm panel capacity supports the added EVSE circuit
- Apply via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Accela Citizen Access online portal
- OptionalLoad CalculationsRequired if the EVSE circuit necessitates confirming panel capacity or a service upgrade
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee (flat) | $130.00 | Town of Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule, §1.1.4 (archived 03/01/2022 capture, Res. 2021-01 revision); a 2023 fee schedule amendment (Res. 2023-06, effective 10/14/2023) exists but its dollar figures could not be independently re-extracted in this review — confirm the current amount with the Building Safety Department. No EV-specific line item exists. |
| Plan Review (in-house, if plan review is required) | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Paradise Valley Building Permit Application Information handout, 'Plan Review Process' — applies when a load calculation submittal requires review rather than counter issuance |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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