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Queen Creek building permits
VerifiedQueen Creek, Arizona — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Arizona has NO statewide mandatory building code floor for general construction — code adoption is a per-jurisdiction authority under state enabling statutes (A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The Town of Queen Creek is an independently incorporated town (not administered by Maricopa or Pinal County for permitting purposes) that adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Development Services Department / Building Safety Division. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Safety page (queencreekaz.gov/government/development-services/building-safety) and Building Codes page.2021 International Building Code (IBC), as published by the International Code Council, adopted by the Town of Queen Creek with an effective date of January 1, 2023; applications submitted on or after April 1, 2023 must be designed to the 2021 edition. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page (queencreekaz.gov/government/development-services/building-safety/building-codes).2021 International Residential Code (IRC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023 (mandatory for submittals from April 1, 2023). Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by the Town of Queen Creek — one edition behind the 2021 ICC family (the Town has not moved to the 2023 NEC as of this review). Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023, governing energy-efficiency requirements. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Property Maintenance Code, adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Urban-Wildland Interface Code, adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Pool and Spa Code, adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023, governing swimming pool and spa construction and barrier requirements. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page.2021 International Fire Code (IFC), adopted by the Town of Queen Creek effective January 1, 2023 as the Town's uniform fire code, administered by Fire Prevention within Development Services (see the Fire Prevention section of the Development Services Fee Schedule for operational/construction permit fees). Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page; Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (Valuation Data, effective 4/1/2026), Fire Prevention section.2021 code adoption included Town-specific amendments; the Town's official '2021 Amendments' document and the original 2012 adopting Ordinance 539-13 / Resolution 969-13 / Exhibit A are both published on the Building Codes page for reference. Source: Town of Queen Creek Building Codes page (2021 Amendments PDF, and 2012 Ordinance/Resolution/Exhibit A PDFs).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction Town-wide (both the Maricopa County and Pinal County portions of Queen Creek), reviewed against the 2021 IRC and 2021 IBC (for any non-residential portions) as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek, effective for all submittals since April 1, 2023. Applications are submitted electronically through the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal; production homebuilders use a Standard (Master) Plan Permit process that clones a pre-approved Standard Plan Review record.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for all new single-family home construction within Town limits
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC and 2021 IBC as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek, effective for submittals on/after April 1, 2023
- Submittal via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal (aca-prod.accela.com/QC)
- Production homebuilders with an approved Standard Plan Review record ('Plan Review Approved' status) apply for a Standard Plan Permit, which clones the approved model plans rather than re-submitting a full plan set
- Standard Plan Permit applications require four separate uploaded documents: Site Plan, Water Sizing Worksheet, Master Community Permit Application, and Contractor Declaration
- Building permit fee is a Combination Permit charge (building + plumbing + electrical + mechanical together) computed from the Town's Fee Table against the greater of the ICC-derived Valuation Table or the applicant's declared valuation
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application, submitted via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access portal
- OptionalMaster Community Permit ApplicationRequired for production/tract homebuilders using the Standard Plan Permit process
- RequiredSite Plan (Custom and Semi-Custom Homes)Town of Queen Creek Site Plan checklist for custom and semi-custom single-family homes
- RequiredWater Service Sizing WorksheetRequired supplemental form for water service sizing
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed contractor of record
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Combination (building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical; not including Fire Systems) | Per Fee Table, based on the greater of the ICC Valuation Table (by occupancy/construction type, e.g., R-3 one/two-family valued $175.92-$224.62 per sq ft depending on construction type, per Building Safety Journal Feb. 2026 data) or the applicant's declared valuation. Fee Table example bands: $69.00 for the first $2,000 of valuation plus $11/additional $1,000 to $40,000; $487.00 for the first $40,000 plus $9/additional $1,000 to $100,000; scaling up to $18,327 for the first $5,000,000 plus $1/additional $1,000 thereafter. | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule — Valuation Data (effective 4/1/2026), 'Fee Table' and Valuation Table sections |
| Combination Permit Plan Review (building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical) | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees table |
| Third and Subsequent Plan Reviews | 15% of the applicable permit fee, due at submittal | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026) |
| Residential Certificate of Occupancy | $40 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Miscellaneous Building Safety Permitting Fees |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, guest houses, garage additions, garage-to-living-area conversions, and remodels of existing one- and two-family dwellings in Queen Creek, reviewed against the 2021 IRC as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for: room additions, guest houses, garage additions, converting a garage to a living area, and remodeling (depending on project scope)
- Sheds, gazebos, pergolas, or ramadas exceeding 200 sq ft total aggregate area on-site require a permit; those at or under 200 sq ft aggregate do not
- Plans must comply with the 2021 IRC as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Submittal via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application, submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredSite PlanShowing existing structure, addition footprint, and setbacks
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed contractor of record
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permits on existing one- and two-family dwellings (except swimming pools) — interior alterations, detached garages, carports, storage sheds requiring permits, patio covers, gazebos or similar structures | Per Fee Table, based on valuation | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 20 |
| Combination Permit Plan Review | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026) |
| Miscellaneous Plan Review | $40/sheet | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees item 12 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions or modifications to electrical systems (excluding simple fixture swaps) in Queen Creek, governed by the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the Town. May be issued as a stand-alone trade permit or as part of a Combination Permit.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for additions or modifications to electrical systems, excluding fixtures
- Governed by the 2020 NEC as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Stand-alone electrical permits are billed at 10% of the Fee Table amount plus a $20 administrative fee; plan review for a stand-alone electrical permit is billed separately at 65% of the applicable permit fee
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Electrical), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed electrical contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit (Stand Alone Permit) | 10% of Fee Table, plus $20 administrative fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 4 |
| Electrical (Stand-Alone) Plan Review | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 5 |
| Temporary Electric Power Permit | $95 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 11 |
| Utility Clearance Permit (2 inspections maximum, for inspection required by utility provider) | $150 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 18 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Queen Creek, including water heater installations, governed by the 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for water heater installations
- Governed by the 2021 IPC as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Stand-alone plumbing permits are billed at 25% of the Fee Table amount plus a $20 administrative fee; plan review for a stand-alone plumbing permit is billed separately at 65% of the applicable permit fee
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Plumbing), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed plumbing contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit (Stand Alone Permit) | 25% of Fee Table, plus $20 administrative fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 3 |
| Plumbing (Stand-Alone) Plan Review | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 4 |
| Sewer Connection Permit | $95 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 12 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions or modifications to air (HVAC) systems (excluding filters) in Queen Creek, governed by the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for additions or modifications to air systems, excluding filters
- Governed by the 2021 IMC as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Stand-alone mechanical permits are billed at 5% of the Fee Table amount plus a $20 administrative fee — the lowest percentage of the four trades; plan review for a stand-alone mechanical permit is billed separately at 65% of the applicable permit fee
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Mechanical), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed mechanical/HVAC contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit (Stand Alone Permit) | 5% of Fee Table, plus $20 administrative fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 5 |
| Mechanical (Stand-Alone) Plan Review | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 6 |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roofing work on structures in Queen Creek, priced as a flat fee that includes two inspections, distinct from the general valuation-based miscellaneous permit fee track.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for roofing work, per the Town's 'When is a Permit Required?' page
- Governed by the 2021 IBC/IRC roofing provisions as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Flat fee of $150 covers the permit and 2 inspections
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Re-Roofing), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed roofing contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roofing (2 inspections) | $150 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 19 — flat fee inclusive of two inspections |
Single Family Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop residential solar photovoltaic systems in Queen Creek, priced as a flat fee inclusive of one plan review and two inspections. The majority of systems can be permitted without a structural engineer's report.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Solar energy systems explicitly require a permit per the Town's 'When is a Permit Required?' page
- An engineer's structural report for the mounting/racking is required ONLY if: (1) the system exceeds 5 lbs/sq ft distributed weight, OR (2) the system exerts a point load greater than 40 lbs, OR (3) the home is more than 35 years old
- Racking Configuration checklist document must be submitted as part of the plan set
- Flat fee of $375 covers the permit, one plan review, and two inspections for a standard single-family grid-tied system
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Solar PV), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredRacking ConfigurationTown of Queen Creek Plan Review Checklist detailing required racking/mounting configuration information
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed solar installation contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Family Residential Grid-Tied Photovoltaic System | $375 (includes one plan review and two inspections) | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 25; confirmed matching on the Town's Solar Energy Systems page (Rates section) |
| Single Family Residential Solar Hot Water Heating System | $150 (includes one plan review and one inspection, per the Solar Energy Systems page; the Fee Schedule item lists two inspections) | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 26; Town of Queen Creek Solar Energy Systems page |
| Complex/non-standard solar installations requiring additional plan reviews or inspections | Nominal additional fees apply | Town of Queen Creek Solar Energy Systems page |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in Queen Creek, priced by structure category (residential accessory, one/two-family dwelling, or other structures).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for demolition of any structure, per the Town's 'When is a Permit Required?' page
- Fee varies by structure type: residential accessory structure and one/two-family dwelling are both $100; structures other than those categories are $200 per structure
- Demolition plan review is a flat $40, separate from the base demolition permit fee
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Demolition), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed demolition contractor
- RequiredSite PlanShowing the structure to be demolished and other existing structures on the lot
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — Residential accessory structure | $100 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 6a |
| Demolition Permit — One- or two-family dwelling | $100 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 6b |
| Demolition Permit — Structures other than the above, per structure | $200 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 6c |
| Demolition Plan Review | $40 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 9 |
Fence and Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for fences and walls in Queen Creek, with fees differentiated by fence style (open vs. solid) for single-family lots and a discounted percentage-of-Fee-Table rate for subdivision perimeter fencing.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for fences and walls, per the Town's 'When is a Permit Required?' page
- Single-family open-style fences (e.g., rail or wire) are billed at a flat $98
- Single-family solid-style fences (any fencing that can divert water flow) are billed at a flat $198
- Subdivision perimeter fence/walls are billed at 40% of the Fee Table amount
- Fences/walls other than single-family are billed per the full Fee Table (valuation-based)
- A separate Fence/Wall Projects submittal guide document is published by the Town
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Fence/Wall), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredFence/Wall Projects checklistTown of Queen Creek submittal guide for fence and wall permit applications
- RequiredSite PlanShowing fence/wall location relative to property lines and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Family Open Style Fence (rail, wire, etc.) | $98 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 7a |
| Single Family Solid Style Fence (any fencing that can divert water flow) | $198 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 7b |
| Subdivision Perimeter Fence/Walls | 40% of Fee Table | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 7c |
| Fence/Wall — Other than Single Family | Per Fee Table (valuation-based) | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 7d |
| Fence/Wall Plan Review | $75 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 11 |
Swimming Pool and Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground and above-ground swimming pools and spas in Queen Creek, governed by the 2021 International Pool and Spa Code as adopted by the Town, with mandatory pool barrier compliance.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit explicitly required for swimming pools and spas, per the Town's 'When is a Permit Required?' page
- Barriers are required for both above-ground and in-ground pools; acceptable methods include a 5-foot fence on three sides plus a motorized safety cover / self-closing-self-latching door / 4-foot house-side barrier, OR 5-foot fencing on all sides
- Pool barrier enclosures are billed separately, per the Fee Table based on valuation
- Governed by the 2021 International Pool and Spa Code as adopted by the Town
- A dedicated Swimming Pool Process (Residential) guide and Swimming Pool Projects checklist are published by the Town
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Swimming Pool/Spa), submitted via Development Nexus
- RequiredSwimming Pool Projects checklistTown of Queen Creek submittal checklist for swimming pool permit applications
- RequiredSite PlanShowing pool location, setbacks, and barrier/fence layout
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-ground pools and spas (includes stand-alone permits; excludes fence/wall barrier) | $225 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 8a |
| Above-ground pools and spas (includes stand-alone permits; excludes fence/wall barrier) | $150 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 8b |
| Swimming Pool Plan Review (in-ground or above-ground) | $40 | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 7a/7b |
| Pool barrier enclosures (separate from the pool permit itself) | Per Fee Table, based on valuation | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 21 |
EV Charging Station Permit (Electrical Permit)
VerifiedRequired for installation of a Level 2 (or higher) electric vehicle charging station/EVSE in Queen Creek. The Town publishes no dedicated EV charger/EVSE permit type, application, or fee line (unlike its dedicated Solar Energy Systems flat-fee program) — an EV charger circuit is billed as a stand-alone Electrical Permit under the 2020 National Electrical Code as adopted by the Town, using the same tiered stand-alone pricing this file's electrical-permit entry documents.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for the new/upgraded circuit and EVSE connection, governed by the 2020 NEC (including Article 625, Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System) as adopted by the Town of Queen Creek
- Stand-alone electrical permits are billed at 10% of the Fee Table amount plus a $20 administrative fee; plan review for a stand-alone electrical permit is billed separately at 65% of the applicable permit fee
- A dedicated branch circuit sized to the EVSE manufacturer's specifications is required; GFCI protection applies per NEC 625 where the EVSE is cord-and-plug connected
- Apply via the Development Nexus / Accela Citizen Access online portal
- If a panel/service upgrade is required, that scope may be combined with the electrical permit or filed as part of a Combination Permit
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationTown of Queen Creek Permit Application (Electrical), submitted via Development Nexus — no dedicated EV/EVSE application exists
- RequiredContractor DeclarationRequired supplemental form identifying the licensed electrical contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit (Stand Alone Permit) — closest published category for an EV charger circuit | 10% of Fee Table, plus $20 administrative fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Building Safety Permit Fees, item 4 — same mechanism this file's electrical-permit entry documents. No dedicated EV/EVSE fee line item was located; unlike the dedicated $375 flat-fee Solar PV program, EV chargers are billed under the general stand-alone Electrical Permit fee. |
| Electrical (Stand-Alone) Plan Review | 65% of the applicable permit fee | Town of Queen Creek Development Services Fee Schedule (effective 4/1/2026), Plan Review Fees, item 5 |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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