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Demolition Permit in Scottsdale, Arizona

Demolition permits are required for the demolition of any commercial and residential structures when the work proposed is not in conjunction with new construction. Demolition permits are NOT required for residential pools or for residential detached structures smaller than 200 sq. ft. To apply, submit the completed demolition application and supporting documents to the One Stop Shop permit services counter for review by a plans examiner. A pre-application meeting is required for demolition not in conjunction with new construction. For demolition concurrent with new construction, include the demo scope on the construction documents; a separate demolition permit is not required unless the demolition must occur before final plan approval of the new construction.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Bring the completed demolition application and supporting documents to the One Stop Shop (7447 E. Indian School Road) for review by a plans examiner
  • For demolition not in conjunction with new construction: a pre-application meeting is required for review and approval of a post-demolition plan
  • Demolition permits are not required for residential pools or for residential detached structures smaller than 200 sq. ft.
  • For demolition concurrent with new construction: include the area of demolition on the construction documents; a separate demolition permit is not required unless demolition must occur before final plan approval

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Fee schedule

Demolition Permit — commercial or residential structurePermit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661 (FY 2026/27, effective July 1, 2026). Source: scottsdaleaz.gov/planning-development/fees.
$379
Demolition Permit — PoolPermit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661.
$121

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Scottsdale building department
~3–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final / site inspection

    Site inspected after demolition to verify compliance with the approved post-demolition plan.

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

Tips

  • Demolition of residential pools does NOT require a demolition permit — only a pool demolition permit ($121) applies.
  • Detached residential structures under 200 sq. ft. are exempt from the demolition permit requirement.
  • For demolition not concurrent with new construction, schedule a pre-application meeting with the One Stop Shop before submitting.
  • For demolition that is part of new construction, include the demo scope on the construction drawings — a separate permit is only needed if demo must start before final plan approval.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, for demolition of commercial or residential structures not in conjunction with new construction. Exceptions: residential pools (pool demolition permit $121 instead) and detached structures under 200 sq. ft. Submit the demolition application to the One Stop Shop in person for plans-examiner review. Demolition concurrent with new construction is covered by the construction permit documents. Source: City of Scottsdale Permit Services page, scottsdaleaz.gov.

In Scottsdale, the published Demolition Permit — commercial or residential structure is: $379. Additional published fees: Demolition Permit — Pool — $121. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a demolition permit in Scottsdale typically runs 3–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Scottsdale Planning and Development Services at 480-312-2500.

You'll need: Application for Demolition Permit. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Scottsdale requires 1 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Final / site inspection. Schedule each through City of Scottsdale Planning and Development Services (480-312-2500).

Apply through City of Scottsdale Planning and Development Services at 7447 E. Indian School Road, Suite #105, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Phone: 480-312-2500, email: OneStopShopStaff@ScottsdaleAZ.gov. Office hours: Mon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tue 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Wed 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thu 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (no new transactions after 4 p.m.); Sat–Sun Closed. Official information: https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/planning-development.

Scottsdale, Arizona has adopted: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023 (per City Council adoption); 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 7, 2023; 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023; 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 7, 2023; 2021 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective July 1, 2023 (mandatory); 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Scottsdale amendments — effective January 1, 2023. Local amendments apply — see the Scottsdale overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

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

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Scottsdale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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