Patio Cover Permit (Single-Family Residence Addition) in Tempe, Arizona
A building permit is required for the addition of a patio cover to a single-family residence in Tempe. A flat fee of $294 per patio cover applies (Table 2-A, effective July 1, 2025), which includes the plan review fee. A handout on Residential Patio Cover Addition requirements is available on the Tempe Applications + Forms page. Convert-to-livable-space projects (converting a patio cover to habitable room) carry a higher flat fee.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Apply electronically through the Tempe Citizen Access Portal (epermits.tempe.gov/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx)
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC (for residential) and 2018 IMC (if mechanical/electrical involved) with Tempe amendments
- Refer to the Residential Patio Cover Addition handout for Tempe-specific requirements
- Contractor Affidavit required
Required documents
- Opt
Residential Patio Cover Addition Handout
Tempe-specific requirements for single-family patio cover additions; available on the Applications + Forms page (showpublisheddocument/79539)
- Req
Contractor Affidavit
State of Arizona legal requirement per AZ Department of Revenue
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Patio Cover Addition to Single-Family Residence — flat fee (Table 2-A, effective July 1, 2025) | $294 per patio cover (includes plan review) | Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees: 'PATIO COVER ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE (PER PATIO COVER) — $294 *Includes Plan Review fee.' Effective July 1, 2025. Convert Single Family Carport, Garage or Patio Cover to Livable (habitble space): $978 flat fee. Source: Table 2-A (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE). |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Tempe building department
Inspection process
- 1
Structural / footing (if foundation work)
Footing and structural inspection for patio cover foundations where applicable; approved before proceeding.
- 2
Final inspection
Final inspection of all completed patio cover work per approved plans.
Tips
- The $294 flat fee (Table 2-A, includes plan review) applies per patio cover added to a single-family residence.
- Converting a patio cover to livable (habitable) space carries a higher $978 flat fee — a different line in Table 2-A.
- Review the Residential Patio Cover Addition handout before applying.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a patio cover permit cost in Tempe?
- The Table 2-A flat fee for a patio cover addition to a single-family residence is $294 per patio cover (includes plan review), effective July 1, 2025. If you are converting the patio cover to livable space, the fee is $978. Source: Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Tempe Community Development Department — Building Safety Division / Permit Center — official building department
- Table 2-A Building Permit Flat Fees (2025–2026) | Tempe City Code Appendix (Municode)
- Applications + Forms — Residential Patio Cover Addition Handout | City of Tempe Building Safety
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 Tempe building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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