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Residential Building Permit (New Custom Home) in Peoria, Arizona

Required for the construction of a new custom single-family residential home in Peoria. Plans are submitted online at the Peoria Development Services portal (devservices.peoriaaz.gov) along with a completed 400NR – New Custom Home Application. Submittals must include one complete set of 24" x 36" plans, site plan, lot grading plan, soils report, structural calculations, and truss calculations (if not Arizona registrant-designed). The City uses a 4-day work week (Mon–Thu) and all plan review timelines are in business days. A separate Fire Department review is also required for fire sprinkler systems.

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When you need this permit

  • Submit one (1) complete set of legible, scaled building plans (24" x 36" at 1/4" = 1' minimum) via the online portal at devservices.peoriaaz.gov with a completed 400NR application
  • Plans must include: site/plot plan (1" = 20' scale), lot grading plan, foundation plan, floor plan (with dimensions, labeled rooms, windows and doors), structural calculations, truss calculations (if not Arizona registrant-designed), framing plans, elevations, and electrical floor plan
  • Site plan must show all property line dimensions, easements, setbacks, structure footprints, north arrow, driveway and utility locations, and point of reference for GIS grid
  • Work must comply with all adopted codes per Ordinance 2019-12: 2018 IBC, IRC, IFGC, IMC, IECC, IPMC, 2017 NEC, 2018 IPC, ADAAG, NFPA 13D, 2018 IFC, and current Peoria Zoning Ordinances
  • Design must be for a wind speed of 115 mph, Exposure C, Seismic Design Category B — include this design schedule on plans
  • If a contractor is used: valid City of Peoria Business License, Arizona State License, and Arizona Registrar of Contractors (AZROC) license number required at permit issuance; Owner/Builder Affidavit accepted for owner-built projects Owner-builder

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Fee schedule

Building permit — valuation-basedPeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025. Valuation is based on the Peoria Building Valuation Table: single-family dwellings (V-B, 'Other' column) = $47.50/sq ft; private garage = $19.50/sq ft; open carport = $13/sq ft; covered patio/deck = $13/sq ft.
$0 value/minimum: $87; $1–$500: $87; $501–$2,000: $87 for first $500 + $3.05 per each additional $100 or fraction; $2,001–$25,000: $120.25 for first $2,000 + $14 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $25,001–$50,000: $443.25 for first $25,000 + $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $50,001–$100,000: $695.25 for first $50,000 + $7 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $100,001–$500,000: $1,045.25 for first $100,000 + $5.60 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $500,001–$1,000,000: $3,285.25 for first $500,000 + $4.75 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $1,000,001 and up: $5,660.25 for first $1,000,000 + $3.65 per additional $1,000 or fraction
Plan check feePeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025. Plan check fee applies in addition to the permit fee.
65% of the building permit fee
Plot plan reviewPeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025 — 'Review of Standard Home Plot Plan: $87'. Applies where a plot plan review is required.
$87 per permit (standard residential plot plan review)
Re-inspection feePeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025 — 'Reinspection Fee: $230'.
$230 per re-inspection

Review timeline

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

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Foundation / Stem Wall

    After foundation/footing excavation and forms placed, before concrete placement. Covers continuous footing size/depth, horizontal and vertical steel, concrete cover, UFER grounding, and stem wall details including anchor bolts, shear wall hold-downs, and masonry joints per the Residential Inspection Checklist (Handout 208).

  2. 2

    Underground Plumbing and Pre-Slab

    Before slab pour: underground sewer (material, slope, cleanouts), soils/water service lines (pressure tested at 50 psi minimum for 15 minutes), underground gas (sleeved and vented), and interior bearing footing reinforcing. Pre-slab items include aggregate base, slab thickness, and copper/plastic piping sleeves at IBFs.

  3. 3

    Roof Deck / Exterior Strap and Shear

    Roof deck nailing per plans (8d @ 6" OC edges, 12" OC field minimum); truss layout and design calcs on site; trusses match calcs for size, grade, and plate connectors; exterior shear wall transfer connections; attic venting installed per plans.

  4. 4

    Rough Framing (Strap & Shear) and Rough Trades

    After rough framing is complete: exterior studs, top plates, beams, shear panels, and hold-downs. Also covers rough plumbing, rough mechanical/HVAC, and rough electrical before insulation and drywall.

  5. 5

    Final

    After all construction is complete. Covers exterior completion (address numbers visible, all wall finishes/paint, roofing complete, vents installed, grade away from foundation), electric panel complete (UFER, bonds, breakers, labeling), all fixtures and equipment, smoke/CO detectors, fire sprinkler final (if required), water meter set, and engineering clearances. A final clearance tag is left on the electric service panel. Project is not considered complete until an approved final inspection is on record.

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

Tips

  • Peoria operates a 4-day work week (Mon–Thu only); all plan review timelines and business hours are based on this schedule.
  • All submittals are made online at https://devservices.peoriaaz.gov — walk-in and paper submittals are not the standard process.
  • Plan review timelines for new custom homes are 18 business days for the 1st submittal, 12 for the 2nd, and 8 for 3rd/4th — per the published Building Plan Review Timelines sheet (Oct. 2021).
  • The wind design standard for Peoria is 115 mph, Exposure C, Seismic Design Category B — this must be shown on the plans.
  • Plan check fee is 65% of the building permit fee, collected at time of submittal; a plot plan review fee of $87 also applies.
  • Under Arizona Senate Bill 1598, if Peoria does not complete review within published timelines, application fees must be refunded. Alternatively, applicants can elect the 'Flexible Application Process' at initial submittal.

Frequently asked questions

Peoria requires a residential building permit (new custom home) for: Submit one (1) complete set of legible, scaled building plans (24" x 36" at 1/4" = 1' minimum) via the online portal at devservices.peoriaaz.gov with a completed 400NR application; Plans must include: site/plot plan (1" = 20' scale), lot grading plan, foundation plan, floor plan (with dimensions, labeled rooms, windows and doors), structural calculations, truss calculations (if not Arizona registrant-designed), framing plans, elevations, and electrical floor plan; Site plan must show all property line dimensions, easements, setbacks, structure footprints, north arrow, driveway and utility locations, and point of reference for GIS grid; Work must comply with all adopted codes per Ordinance 2019-12: 2018 IBC, IRC, IFGC, IMC, IECC, IPMC, 2017 NEC, 2018 IPC, ADAAG, NFPA 13D, 2018 IFC, and current Peoria Zoning Ordinances; Design must be for a wind speed of 115 mph, Exposure C, Seismic Design Category B — include this design schedule on plans; If a contractor is used: valid City of Peoria Business License, Arizona State License, and Arizona Registrar of Contractors (AZROC) license number required at permit issuance; Owner/Builder Affidavit accepted for owner-built projects. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development at 623-773-7225 before starting work.

In Peoria, the published Building permit — valuation-based is: $0 value/minimum: $87; $1–$500: $87; $501–$2,000: $87 for first $500 + $3.05 per each additional $100 or fraction; $2,001–$25,000: $120.25 for first $2,000 + $14 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $25,001–$50,000: $443.25 for first $25,000 + $10.10 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $50,001–$100,000: $695.25 for first $50,000 + $7 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $100,001–$500,000: $1,045.25 for first $100,000 + $5.60 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $500,001–$1,000,000: $3,285.25 for first $500,000 + $4.75 per additional $1,000 or fraction; $1,000,001 and up: $5,660.25 for first $1,000,000 + $3.65 per additional $1,000 or fraction. Additional published fees: Plan check fee — 65% of the building permit fee; Plot plan review — $87 per permit (standard residential plot plan review); Re-inspection fee — $230 per re-inspection. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Peoria's published plan-review target for a residential building permit (new custom home) is 18–18 business days.

You'll need: 400NR – New Custom Home Application. Depending on your project, Peoria may also ask for: 253 – Custom Home Plan Submittal Guide (Handout 253); 208 – Residential Inspection Checklist (Handout 208). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Peoria requires 5 inspection(s) for a residential building permit (new custom home), in order: Foundation / Stem Wall, Underground Plumbing and Pre-Slab, Roof Deck / Exterior Strap and Shear, Rough Framing (Strap & Shear) and Rough Trades, Final. Schedule each through City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development (623-773-7225).

All plan submittals are made online at https://devservices.peoriaaz.gov. You will need a completed 400NR application and one set of 24" x 36" plans. The Building Development counter is at 9875 N. 85th Avenue and can be reached at 623-773-7225 or building.applications@peoriaaz.gov. Source: City of Peoria Custom Home Plan Submittal Guide (Handout 253).

Peoria, Arizona has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Guidelines (ADAAG) — referenced for applicable projects; 2010 NFPA 13D — residential fire sprinkler systems (referenced in custom home requirements). Local amendments apply — see the Peoria overview page for the full list.

Fees are valuation-based using the Peoria Development Fee Schedule (Rev. 9/2025). First, determine the project valuation using the Peoria Building Valuation Table (e.g., single-family dwelling = $47.50/sq ft, private garage = $19.50/sq ft). Then apply the tiered permit fee to that valuation. The plan check fee is an additional 65% of the permit fee. Source: Peoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025.

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