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Phoenix building permits
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Home / Custom Residence)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwellings and custom residences in Phoenix. The customer submits proposed building plans to the residential permit counter using the Residential Plan Submittal/Plan Review Checklist along with a completed Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application. All submittals must include two sets of plans and calculations and a plot plan showing the lot and the orientation of the house on the lot. Staff reviews the plans for compliance with adopted city codes, design review requirements and any approved site plan conditions of approval; if corrections are required the customer picks up the plans, corrects, and re-submits. The building permit is issued once plans are approved and permit fees are paid. Applications and inspections are handled through the SHAPE PHX customer portal.
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Requirements
- Submit proposed building plans to the residential permit counter using the Residential Plan Submittal / Plan Review Checklist and a completed Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application
- All submittals must include two sets of plans and calculations and a plot plan showing the lot and the orientation of the house on the lot
- Plans are reviewed for compliance with adopted city codes (the 2024 PBCC), design review requirements, and any approved site plan conditions of approval
- Grading and drainage or hillside permits, if required, must be obtained before issuance of the building permit
- Permit fees must be paid before the building permit is issued
- As a property owner intended for sole occupancy and not offered for sale or rent within one year of completion, you are not required to use a licensed contractor (ARS 32-1121.A.5); otherwise an Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)The universal residential construction permit application; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page (dsd_trt_pdf_00030.pdf)
- RequiredResidential Plan Submittal / Plan Review Checklist (TRT/DOC/00082)Checklist documenting required plan-set elements for new homes and additions; referenced from the Residential Process Overview page
- RequiredPlot Plan (TRT/DOC/00285)Plot/site plan showing the lot and the orientation of the house on the lot; required with all residential submittals
- OptionalEnergy Code Compliance Certificate (Residential) (TRT/DOC/00459)Residential energy compliance certificate; helpful/required documentation for new homes
- OptionalResidential Plan Development Review (RPDR) Checklist (TRT/DOC/00482)Additional review checklist referenced from the Residential Process Overview page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based (Table A, New Construction / Additions / Remodel) | $1–$1,000: $195 base fee; $1,001–$10,000: $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; $10,001–$50,000: $303 on first $10,000 plus $10 per additional $1,000; $50,001–$200,000: $703 on first $50,000 plus $9 per additional $1,000; $200,001–$1,000,000: $2,053 on first $200,000 plus $9 per additional $1,000; $1,000,001–$10,000,000: $9,253 on first $1,000,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000; over $10,000,000: $54,253 on first $10,000,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000 | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Approved 12/17/2025, Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Phoenix City Code Chapter 9 Appendix A.2). Project valuation = building square footage times the per-occupancy square-foot construction cost; Phoenix derives those $/sf rates from the ICC Building Valuation Data (August 2025) table, a national ICC dataset (not Phoenix-authored). The per-occupancy rates themselves are not reproduced here. |
| Plan review — General Plan Review (residential) | Residential with project valuations of $50K or less: 100% of the permit fee, minimum $195 (1-hour). Residential over $50K: 80% of the permit fee, minimum $195 (1-hour). Applies where valuation exceeds $5,000 and a plan review is required. | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees (Ordinance G-7465). Project valuation under $5,000 with a counter review of 15 minutes or less = no plan review fee. |
| Single-Family Plot Plan Review | $98 per permit (Single-Family and Duplex Dwellings) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees, Plot Plan Review (Ordinance G-7465) |
| Re-inspection / inspection called before work ready | $195 each (second and subsequent re-inspections, inspections called before work was ready, or inspections that cannot be made due to no access) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Inspection Fees. Initial inspection and first re-inspection to verify corrections are included with the permit fee. |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired when existing homes are remodeled or additions are made. Examples include garage/carport construction or conversion, porch enclosure, partial/interior demolition done as part of a remodel, patio cover, and a fence or wall. (Whole-structure demolition is permitted separately — see the Demolition Permit.) The customer submits two sets of building plans to the residential permit counter along with a completed Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application. If the proposed work is minor, an over-the-counter permit may be possible; otherwise review fees are collected and plans are routed for review. The permit is issued after plans are approved and fees are paid.
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Requirements
- Submit two sets of building plans to the residential permit counter with a completed Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application
- Staff reviews the submittal for completeness; minor work may be issued over the counter, otherwise review fees are collected and plans are routed for review
- A plot plan is required for additions (Residential Addition Plot Plan Review applies)
- Grading and drainage or hillside permits, if required, must be obtained before issuance of the building permit
- See the Residential Single Family Construction Permit Guide for the detailed list of construction that requires a permit
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Universal residential application used for additions and remodels; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
- RequiredPlot Plan (TRT/DOC/00285)Plot/site plan; required for additions and where the work affects the building footprint
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based (Table A) | Same valuation-based Table A as new construction: e.g. $1,001–$10,000 = $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; $10,001–$50,000 = $303 on first $10,000 plus $10 per additional $1,000. $1–$1,000 = $195 base fee (or $98 minimum for residential water heaters and fences). | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Appendix A.2). |
| Plan review — Residential Addition Plot Plan Review | $195 per hour, minimum $98 (1/2-hour) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees, Plot Plan Review (Ordinance G-7465) |
| Plan review — General Plan Review (residential) | 100% of the permit fee, minimum $195 (1-hour) for valuations of $50K or less; 80% of the permit fee, minimum $195 for valuations over $50K (where valuation exceeds $5,000 and review is required) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees. Project valuation under $5,000 with a counter review of 15 minutes or less = no plan review fee. |
Commercial / Multifamily Building Permit
VerifiedA commercial building permit is required for residential construction involving multi-family projects of three or more units, condominiums, and apartment buildings, as well as non-residential construction including new construction, remodels, additions, tenant improvements, and changes of use. The permit is issued when structures are designed in accordance with the building codes and all other applicable codes and ordinances. Commercial plan review, permitting, and inspections are handled through the SHAPE PHX portal (commercial functions available in SHAPE PHX effective April 27, 2026) and the Electronic Plan Review (EPR) program.
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Requirements
- Required for multi-family projects of three or more units, condominiums, and apartment buildings, plus all non-residential new construction, remodels, additions, tenant improvements, and changes of use
- Structures must be designed in accordance with the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code and all other applicable codes and ordinances
- Submit through the SHAPE PHX portal / Electronic Plan Review (EPR); see Commercial Applications and Checklists for required forms
- A change-in-use Certificate of Occupancy without construction requires both a plan review and a field inspection step
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Applications and ChecklistsCommercial plan review and permit application forms and checklists, available on the PDD Commercial and Multifamily Building page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based (Table A) | Same Table A as residential: $50,001–$200,000 = $703 on first $50,000 plus $9 per additional $1,000; $200,001–$1,000,000 = $2,053 on first $200,000 plus $9 per additional $1,000; $1,000,001–$10,000,000 = $9,253 on first $1,000,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000. | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Appendix A.2). Project valuation = building square footage times the per-occupancy square-foot construction cost from the ICC Building Valuation Data (August 2025) national table. |
| Plan review — General Plan Review (commercial) | Commercial with project valuations of $50K or less: 100% of the permit fee, minimum $195 (1-hour). Commercial over $50K: 80% of the permit fee, minimum $195 (1-hour). | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees (Ordinance G-7465). Fire Life Safety Plan Review is $195/hour, minimum $1,170 (6-hours) where applicable. |
| Temporary / Partial Certificate of Occupancy | $780 per request (Temporary CofO valid up to 180 days, not to exceed permit expiration; Partial CofO $780 per request) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Inspection Fees, Certificate of Occupancy (Ordinance G-7465). A CofO issued at the conclusion of all code-required construction has no additional charge. |
| Expedited Plan Review | Initial review: 3 times the basic plan review fee; 2nd review only: 1 time the basic plan review fee (subject to Director's approval; availability limited) | PDD Fee Schedule — Optional Plan Review Services (Ordinance G-7465) |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedElectrical work in Phoenix is governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted with Phoenix amendments under the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397). Residential electrical work is permitted on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030), which enumerates electrical work types and carries a dedicated Electrical plan-review line. Permit fees follow the valuation-based Table A; a separate flat electrical fee table is not published.
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Requirements
- Electrical work must comply with the 2023 NEC as adopted and amended in the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397)
- Apply on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030); the application's electrical work types include Service Upgrade – Electrical, Electrical Meter Socket Replacement, Electrical Minor Work, Electrical Service (amp/phase), Electrical Service Clearance, and Rewiring Residential
- As a property owner intended for sole occupancy and not offered for sale or rent within one year of completion you are not required to use a licensed contractor (ARS 32-1121.A.5); otherwise an Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Universal residential application used to permit electrical work; its Work Items page lists the electrical scopes (meter socket replacement, minor work, service amp/phase, service clearance, rewiring) and a dedicated Electrical plan-review line. Available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page (dsd_trt_pdf_00030.pdf).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit — valuation-based (Table A) | $1–$1,000: $195 base fee; $1,001–$10,000: $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; $10,001–$50,000: $303 on first $10,000 plus $10 per additional $1,000. Larger projects per Table A tiers. | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Appendix A.2). Phoenix does not publish a separate flat electrical fee table; electrical work is permitted under the valuation-based building permit fee. |
| Temporary Power — Inspection Fee | $195 each | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Inspection Fees, Temporary Power (Ordinance G-7465). Verbatim fee-schedule line. |
| Additional Utility Meter Fees | First gas, electric, or water meter: no additional fee (one meter of each type included with the permit fee); each additional meter per utility: $98 each | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Permit Fees, Additional Utility Meter Fees (Ordinance G-7465). |
Plumbing Permit (incl. Water Heater)
VerifiedPlumbing work in Phoenix is governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC, including Appendices C and E) and 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC, including Appendices A, B, C, I and M) as adopted with Phoenix amendments under the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397). Residential plumbing and water-heater work is permitted on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030), which carries a combined Mech/Plumb plan-review line. Permit fees follow the valuation-based Table A, with a $98 minimum for residential water heaters.
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Requirements
- Plumbing work must comply with the 2024 IPC and 2024 UPC as adopted and amended in the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397)
- Apply on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030); the application's Plan Review Type includes a combined Mech/Plumb review line and a Plumbing fixture-units / water-meter / building-supply field
- The PDD Water Heater Guideline (TRT/DOC/00226) addresses water heaters in residential garages: a water heater in a garage corner may encroach a maximum of 2'-0" x 2'-0" into the required parking space
- As a property owner intended for sole occupancy and not offered for sale or rent within one year of completion you are not required to use a licensed contractor (ARS 32-1121.A.5); otherwise an Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Universal residential application used to permit plumbing and water-heater work; carries a Mech/Plumb plan-review line and plumbing (fixture-units / water-meter / building-supply) fields. Available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page (dsd_trt_pdf_00030.pdf).
- OptionalWater Heater Guideline (TRT/DOC/00226)PDD technical guideline for water heaters placed in residential garages (placement and 2'-0" x 2'-0" garage-corner encroachment limit); available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing / water heater permit — valuation-based (Table A) | $1–$1,000: $98 minimum for residential water heaters (otherwise $195 base fee); $1,001–$10,000: $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; larger projects per Table A tiers. | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Appendix A.2). "$98 Minimum for Residential Water Heaters and Fences" is the verbatim Table A line. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedMechanical and HVAC work in Phoenix is governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted with Phoenix amendments under the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397). Residential mechanical/HVAC work is permitted on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030), which carries a combined Mech/Plumb plan-review line and a Mechanical Energy Code Compliance submission option. Permit fees follow the valuation-based Table A; a separate flat mechanical fee table is not published.
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Requirements
- Mechanical/HVAC work must comply with the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC as adopted and amended in the 2024 Phoenix Building Construction Code (Ordinance G-7397)
- Apply on the Residential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030); the application's Plan Review Type includes a combined Mech/Plumb review line, and Submissions include a Mechanical Energy Code Compliance option
- As a property owner intended for sole occupancy and not offered for sale or rent within one year of completion you are not required to use a licensed contractor (ARS 32-1121.A.5); otherwise an Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Universal residential application used to permit mechanical/HVAC work; carries a Mech/Plumb plan-review line and a Mechanical Energy Code Compliance submission option. Available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page (dsd_trt_pdf_00030.pdf).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical / HVAC permit — valuation-based (Table A) | $1–$1,000: $195 base fee; $1,001–$10,000: $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; $10,001–$50,000: $303 on first $10,000 plus $10 per additional $1,000. Larger projects per Table A tiers. | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026, Appendix A.2). Mechanical work is permitted under the valuation-based building permit fee; there is no separate flat mechanical fee table. |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit — SolarAPP+
VerifiedThe City of Phoenix accepts SolarAPP+ approved designs for application and permitting of residential rooftop photovoltaic (PV) projects. SolarAPP+ is a third-party software program used to verify code compliance for residential PV. After obtaining a SolarAPP+ approval, the applicant applies for the permit through the SHAPE PHX online permit portal, enters the SolarAPP+ approval ID, emails the approved documents (three-line diagram and plot plan) to PDD, then schedules an inspection. Phoenix also offers fixed-fee PV permit options. Note: the Phoenix Fire Department requires a separate permit for photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems.
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Requirements
- Must be an Arizona licensed contractor
- Residential (single-family or duplex residence) rooftop installations only
- Structure supporting the PV system must be a legal, permitted, code-compliant structure
- No battery storage; no ballasted or ground-mounted systems
- Not located within a Historic Preservation district or a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area
- Technical limits: no existing PV/energy storage; no panel upgrades or derating; PV roof loading not to exceed 4 psf dead load; 400-amp maximum electrical service, single phase only; maximum of 2 DC strings in parallel; if using microinverters, one module per microinverter; only one module type; up to two inverter types (string) or one inverter type (microinverter)
- Submit the proposed design to SolarAPP+ for review, then apply through the SHAPE PHX online permit portal entering the SolarAPP+ approval ID
- Email the SolarAPP+ approved document and uploads (manufacturer spec sheets), three-line diagram, and plot plan to pdd.records@phoenix.gov with the PDD permit number and property address in the subject line
Required documents
- RequiredSolarAPP+ approval (approval ID + approved checklist)SolarAPP+ approved design and approval ID; a processing fee is assessed by SolarAPP+ for use of their product
- RequiredThree-line diagram and plot planEmailed to pdd.records@phoenix.gov; the SolarAPP+ approved checklist, three-line diagram and plot plan must correlate or inspection delays will occur
- OptionalPhotovoltaic Application (TRT/DOC/00463)Residential photovoltaic application available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar PV — Fixed Fee Options | Option A (Over-the-Counter Review): $780 plan review + 3 inspections; Option B (OTC Review): $585 plan review + 2 inspections; Option C (No Plan Review): $488 administrative fee + 2 inspections; Option D (OTC Review): $390 plan review + 1 inspection; Option E (No Plan Review): $293 administrative fee + 1 inspection | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Miscellaneous Fees, Residential Solar Photovoltaic System Permits (Ordinance G-7465). Firms must qualify for fixed-fee options through a PDD-developed process. |
| Non-Standard Residential Solar PV Permit | Based on Project Valuation (Table A) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Miscellaneous Fees (Ordinance G-7465) |
| SolarAPP+ revision / record change | $37.50 record change fee for a revision | City of Phoenix SolarAPP/Photovoltaic Projects page, step 5 (Revisions): after a revised SolarAPP+ approval is emailed to pdd.residential.solarapp@phoenix.gov, "PDD staff will update the existing permit and notify applicant via email of additional fees due for record change ($37.50)." (This $37.50 is stated on the SolarAPP page, not in the PDD Fee Schedule, whose generic permit record-change line is $49.) |
Residential Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedA permit is required for a residential pool or spa in Phoenix to ensure community health and safety. The process can be completed entirely online via email. The applicant emails the completed Pool/Spa Residential Permit Application and the plot plan (with the required property survey) to plotplan.submittals@phoenix.gov. Pool barrier requirements apply, and swimming pools are subject to a minimum permit fee plus an aquatics program surcharge.
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Requirements
- Submit the Pool/Spa Residential Permit Application and a plot plan to plotplan.submittals@phoenix.gov (the process is completed online via email)
- A property survey is required (or a Pool Property Survey Waiver where applicable)
- Pool barrier requirements must be met (see Pool Barrier Requirements and Pool Barrier Material Interpretation)
- Work must comply with the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) as adopted with Phoenix amendments
Required documents
- RequiredPool/Spa Residential Permit ApplicationResidential pool/spa permit application; available on the PDD Residential Pool/Spa Permits page
- RequiredPlot Plan with Pool Property SurveyPlot plan and property survey (or Pool Property Survey Waiver) submitted with the application
- OptionalResidential Pool/Spa Permit Submittal GuidelineSubmittal guideline and FAQs available on the PDD Residential Pool/Spa Permits page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming pool permit — minimum | Minimum permit fee of $234, plus a $30 aquatics program surcharge added to every swimming pool permit | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A note (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026); aquatics surcharge per Ordinance G-3114. Above the minimum, fees follow valuation-based Table A. |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedAn Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) — also called a guest house, casita, or granny flat — is a separate, self-contained living area, either fully detached or attached to an existing home, with its own kitchen, bathroom, living area and sleeping quarters. In late 2024 the Phoenix City Council approved ordinance changes to comply with new state ADU laws. Where a lot has no more than one single-family detached primary dwelling, two ADUs are permitted in addition to the primary dwelling (a third may be permitted under certain circumstances). Phoenix offers a free pre-approved ADU Standard Plan Library; a plot/site plan is still required for permitting.
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Requirements
- Permitted where a lot has no more than one single-family detached primary dwelling: up to two ADUs in addition to the primary dwelling (a third ADU may be permitted under certain circumstances)
- Each ADU may be up to 75% of the gross floor area of the main house, not to exceed 1,000 sq ft for lots up to 10,000 sq ft, or 3,000 sq ft for lots over 10,000 sq ft
- Must comply with the zoning district's lot-coverage guidelines (typical single-family zones include R1-6, R1-10)
- A plot/site plan is required for permitting (even when using a pre-approved ADU Standard Plan)
- Pre-approved ADU Standard Plans are free to City of Phoenix residents but must be submitted as-is without modifications (changes require a new submittal)
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Universal residential application used to permit an ADU; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
- RequiredPlot / Site PlanRequired for ADU permitting even when using a pre-approved standard plan
- OptionalADU Standard Plan (optional)Pre-approved detached ADU design from the ADU Standard Plan Library; free to residents, submitted as-is
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU building permit — valuation-based (Table A) | Per valuation-based Table A (e.g. a typical ADU valued in the $50,001–$200,000 range = $703 on first $50,000 plus $9 per additional $1,000), plus applicable plan review fee | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026). Phoenix does not publish a separate ADU-specific fee; the ADU is permitted as a residential structure under Table A. |
Fence and Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequirements for fences and walls in Phoenix are found in the Phoenix Building Construction Code and the Zoning Ordinance. A fence or wall is one of the common residential projects that requires a permit. Apply using the Fence Application (or the Retaining Wall Application for retaining walls). Permit fees follow the valuation-based Table A, with a $98 minimum for residential fences.
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Requirements
- Fence and wall requirements are set by the Phoenix Building Construction Code and the Zoning Ordinance
- Apply using the Fence Application (TRT/DOC/00349); retaining walls use the Retaining Wall Application (TRT/DOC/00355)
- Fences/walls are among the residential projects that require a construction permit (per the Residential Single Family Construction Permit Guide)
Required documents
- RequiredFence Application (TRT/DOC/00349)Residential fence permit application; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
- OptionalRetaining Wall Application (TRT/DOC/00355)Retaining wall permit application; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence / wall permit — valuation-based (Table A) | $1–$1,000: $98 minimum for residential fences (otherwise $195 base fee); $1,001–$10,000: $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000 | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026). The $98 minimum is the verbatim Table A minimum for residential water heaters and fences. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedA demolition permit is required to demolish a structure in Phoenix. Single-family residential structures (including single-family accessory buildings) carry a flat demolition fee; all other structures are charged a base fee plus a per-square-foot amount. Larger demolition projects referenced in PBCC 105.3.1.1 also carry a demolition application fee. Apply using the Demolition Application.
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Requirements
- Apply using the Demolition Application (TRT/DOC/00346)
- Projects referenced in PBCC 105.3.1.1 carry a $390 demolition application (plan review) fee
- An optional pre-move inspection is available for move-off projects
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Application (TRT/DOC/00346)Demolition permit application; available on the PDD Residential Applications & Checklists page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition — Single-Family residential structure | $98 (including single-family accessory buildings) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Permit Fees, Demolition Permits and Move-off Permits (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026) |
| Demolition — All structures other than single-family | $390 plus $6 per 1,000 sq ft or fraction thereof | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Permit Fees (Ordinance G-7465) |
| Demolition Application Fee (PBCC 105.3.1.1) | $390 | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Plan Review Fees (Ordinance G-7465) |
| Optional Pre-move Inspection | $195 per hour, minimum $390 (2-hours) | PDD Fee Schedule — Building Safety Permit Fees, Move-off Permits (Ordinance G-7465) |
Electric Vehicle Charger (EVSE) Permit
VerifiedPhoenix PDD's Electric Vehicle Chargers – Residential Permitting guideline (TRT/DOC/00311) establishes the review and permit process for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) in new and existing residential applications. There is no distinct EV-charger permit type or fee: EVSE installations at existing homes with an electrical service entrance of 200-amp single phase or less that does not require an upgrade can be reviewed and permitted over the counter as ordinary electrical work; installations requiring an electrical service upgrade beyond 200-amp single phase must be formally submitted for plan review. EVSE at new custom or standard (tract/subdivision) single-family homes is reviewed together with the building plans, and EVSE can be added to an existing approved standard plan via a plan revision. Fees follow the same valuation-based Table A electrical permit fee as any other electrical work — PDD does not publish a separate EV-charger fee line.
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Requirements
- Existing homes: if the electrical service entrance does not exceed 200-amp single phase and does not require an upgrade, the EVSE installation can be reviewed and permitted over the counter
- Existing homes: if the EVSE installation requires the electrical service entrance to be upgraded beyond 200-amp single phase, the project must be formally submitted for plan review
- New custom single-family homes: EVSE equipment is reviewed together with the building plans
- New standard/tract single-family homes: EVSE equipment is reviewed together with the homebuilder's standard plan (reviewed once, reusable across multiple homes in the subdivision); EVSE can be added to an already-approved standard plan by submitting a plan revision
- Submit plans for review in person by appointment (Planning and Development Online Appointment Scheduling) or electronically via the SHAPE PHX Customer Portal
- As with other residential electrical work, an Arizona ROC-licensed contractor is required unless the property owner qualifies for the owner-builder exemption (ARS 32-1121.A.5)
Required documents
- OptionalElectric Vehicle Chargers – Residential Permitting (TRT/DOC/00311)PDD guideline establishing the EVSE review/permit process for new and existing residential applications; published May 2023
- RequiredResidential Construction Permit / Plan Review Application (TRT/DOC/00030)Used to apply for the EVSE installation as electrical work when formal plan review is required (no separate EV-charger application form is published)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical permit — valuation-based (Table A), no distinct EV-charger fee | Same valuation-based Table A fee as other electrical work: $1–$1,000 = $195 base fee; $1,001–$10,000 = $195 on first $1,000 plus $12 per additional $1,000; larger projects per Table A tiers. | PDD Fee Schedule, Table A (Ordinance G-7465, effective 1/20/2026). TRT/DOC/00311 does not establish a separate EV-charger fee; over-the-counter EVSE installs on an existing ≤200-amp service are billed as ordinary electrical work. |
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