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Tolleson building permits
VerifiedTolleson, Arizona — as published 2026-08-01.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Arizona has NO statewide mandatory building code floor for general construction — code adoption is a per-city/county authority under state enabling statutes (e.g., A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The City of Tolleson independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Development Services Department / Building Division. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page (tolleson.az.gov/739/Permits-Construction).2024 International Building Code (IBC), as published by the International Code Council. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page (tolleson.az.gov/739/Permits-Construction), directly fetched July 2026, listing currently adopted codes.2024 International Residential Code (IRC), as published by the International Code Council. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC), as published by the International Code Council. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), as published by the International Code Council. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), as published by the National Fire Protection Association (one edition behind the 2024 ICC set, consistent with the standard NFPA/ICC publication cycle offset seen across Maricopa County cities). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Fire Code (IFC). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Source: City of Tolleson Permits & Construction page.NOTE ON SUPERSEDED SOURCE: The City's own 'DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURES for Building Permits, Plan Review, Zoning Site Plan Review, Re-Zoning, Variances and Diminution of Value Waiver' handbook (rev. 01/22/24) states an older code set ('International Building Code 2018, International Residential Code 2018, International Plumbing Code 2018, International Mechanical Code 2018, National Electrical Code 2017, International Property Maintenance Code 2018, International Fire Code 2018, with no amendments'). This handbook predates the City's current live Permits & Construction webpage, which lists the full 2024 ICC suite (plus 2023 NEC) as currently adopted — the 2024-suite listing on the live official page is treated as authoritative/current since it is the most recently published statement of adopted codes. Source: City of Tolleson Development Handbook (rev. 01/22/24), tolleson.az.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2456/Development-Handbook, cross-referenced against the live Permits & Construction page.Manufactured homes, mobile homes, and factory-built buildings are regulated directly by the State of Arizona (A.R.S. § 41-4001 et seq., Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety / Office of Manufactured Housing) for construction/installation standards; cities issue a separate on-site permit for placement, foundation/tie-down, zoning compliance, and site improvements consistent with standard Arizona practice. Source: City of Tolleson Building Permit Flow description (Development Handbook, rev. 01/22/24) describing the City's general permitting authority over placement/site work.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction in the City of Tolleson. Reviewed against the City's adopted 2024 IRC (per the City's current Permits & Construction page). Applications are submitted in person at the Tolleson Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal, with three sets of plans required.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before any owner or authorized agent may construct a new single-family dwelling within Tolleson city limits
- Complete Application (Part A - Identification, Part B - Description of Work, Part C - Licensing and Exemptions), signed and dated
- Site Plan showing the location of new construction and all existing structures, with distances from lot lines on all sides, meeting the Tolleson Zoning Ordinance
- Construction Plans of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of proposed work and conformance with City of Tolleson codes
- Three (3) sets of Construction Plans submitted for review; Civil Improvement Plans (if applicable) must be submitted as a SEPARATE submittal, not combined with building plans
- Plans reviewed in the order submitted; typical single-family residence review takes 1-2 weeks per the City's Development Handbook
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Tolleson Permit Application (Parts A, B, C), submitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShows lot dimensions, distances from lot lines, and location of proposed and existing structures
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsThree sets required, showing conformance with adopted 2024 IRC and City ordinances
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | $0-$500 valuation: flat fee; $501-$2,000: $24.00 flat; $2,001-$40,000: $24.00 for the first $501 plus $3.00 per additional $100 or fraction thereof; $40,001-$100,000: $69.00 for the first $2,001 plus $11.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; $100,001-$500,000: $487.00 for the first $40,001 plus $9.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; $500,001-$1,000,000: $1,027.00 for the first $100,001 plus $7.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; over $1,000,000: $3,827.00 for the first $500,001 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
| New Certificate of Occupancy | $47.00 | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, and alterations to existing one-family dwellings in Tolleson. Reviewed against the City's adopted 2024 IRC. Uses the same Building Permit Application and Site Plan submittal process as new construction, scoped to the addition/remodel area.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for room additions, remodels, and alterations to existing dwellings within Tolleson city limits
- Complete Application, Site Plan showing existing structures plus the addition/remodel footprint and distances to lot lines, and Construction Plans showing conformance with adopted codes
- Must meet the Tolleson Zoning Ordinance for the applicable zoning district; if noncompliant, the site plan must be revised or a variance obtained from the Board of Adjustment
- Three (3) sets of Construction Plans required for submittal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing existing structure, addition/remodel footprint, and distances to lot lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no separate flat fee schedule exists for additions/remodels; all are billed on project valuation |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, repair, or replacement of electrical systems in Tolleson, governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) per the City's currently adopted codes. Billed under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit Fee, as no separate itemized electrical fee schedule is published.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical system regulated by City of Tolleson codes
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as currently adopted by the City
- For electrical-only work (no new structure), submittal is simplified: a completed Application plus a Site Plan showing the location of the existing structure and the specific electrical work (e.g., new service location)
- A separate trade permit is issued for electrical work performed in conjunction with a larger construction project
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing location of existing structures and the specific electrical work to be performed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated Electrical permit fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
| Reinstitute Electrical Service | $47.00 | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — flat fee specifically for reinstituting electrical service |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, repair, or replacement of plumbing systems in Tolleson, governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) per the City's currently adopted codes. Billed under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit Fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any plumbing system regulated by City of Tolleson codes
- Governed by the 2024 IPC as currently adopted by the City
- For plumbing-only work (no new structure), submittal is simplified: a completed Application plus a Site Plan showing the location of the existing structure and the specific plumbing work (e.g., sewer line replacement location)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing location of existing structures and the specific plumbing work to be performed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated Plumbing permit fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC and mechanical systems in Tolleson, governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) per the City's currently adopted codes. Billed under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit Fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any mechanical system regulated by City of Tolleson codes
- Governed by the 2024 IMC as currently adopted by the City
- For mechanical-only work (no new structure), submittal is simplified: a completed Application plus a Site Plan showing the existing structure and specific mechanical work location
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Mechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing location of existing structures and the specific mechanical work to be performed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated Mechanical/HVAC permit fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in Tolleson, reviewed against the City's currently adopted 2024 IBC/IRC roofing provisions. Billed under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit Fee, as no dedicated flat re-roofing fee is published.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before re-roofing a residential or commercial structure within Tolleson city limits
- Complete Application and Site Plan/roof scope documentation showing the work to be performed
- Construction Plans/roof material specifications of sufficient clarity to show conformance with the adopted 2024 IBC/IRC
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredRoof Plan / Material SpecificationShowing existing and proposed roofing material, in sufficient detail to demonstrate code conformance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated re-roofing permit fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of solar photovoltaic systems in Tolleson. Building/electrical scope is billed under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee (2023 NEC governs installation), while the Fire Department separately assesses a flat fee for new PV installations and modifications under its own Fire Code operational-permit schedule.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems, governed by the 2023 NEC as currently adopted by the City for electrical installation requirements
- Building Permit Application and Site Plan/electrical scope documentation required for the Building Division review
- A separate Fire Department operational permit fee applies specifically to new PV installations and PV system modifications, in addition to the Building Division's valuation-based permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredPV System PlansSite plan, roof/mounting layout, and electrical one-line diagram showing conformance with the 2023 NEC
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — applies to the Building Division's review of the PV installation |
| Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems — New Installation (Fire Department) | $200.00 | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Fire Department section — separate operational permit fee assessed by the Fire Department in addition to the Building Division's permit fee |
| Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems — Modification (Fire Department) | $100.00 | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Fire Department section |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / Charging Station Permit
VerifiedThe City of Tolleson's Citywide Fee Schedule has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE line item, unlike Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems, which does get its own separately itemized Fire Department fee. Installing an EV charging station is electrical work, governed by the 2023 NEC (including NEC Article 625) and billed under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit Fee, the same mechanism documented in the Electrical Permit entry.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical system regulated by City of Tolleson codes, including an EV charger circuit
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as currently adopted by the City, including NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System)
- For electrical-only work (no new structure), submittal is simplified: a completed Application plus a Site Plan showing the location of the existing structure and the specific electrical work, per the same process documented in the Electrical Permit entry
- No City of Tolleson-specific EV charger application, checklist, or fee line distinct from the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee was found published as of 2026-07-20 — a genuine documentation gap, not an inferred figure
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal, per the same form documented in the Electrical Permit entry
- RequiredSite PlanShowing location of existing structures and the specific EV charger installation to be performed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated EV charger/EVSE fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table, the same as any other electrical work documented in the Electrical Permit entry. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in Tolleson. Requires coordination with Maricopa County Air Quality (asbestos/NESHAP) prior to City permit issuance, consistent with standard Maricopa County jurisdiction practice.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a structure within Tolleson city limits, per the City's general Building Permit Flow requirement
- Site Plan required showing the location of the building to be demolished and other existing structures
- Applicant should contact Maricopa County Air Quality Department's NESHAP program for asbestos abatement clearance prior to demolition, consistent with standard Maricopa County-wide practice applicable to all cities within the county
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing the structure to be demolished and other existing structures on site
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | Same valuation-based table as new construction (see Residential Building Permit fee entry) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section — no dedicated flat demolition permit fee line exists; billed under the general Building Permit Fee valuation table |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Tenant Improvement & Industrial/Warehouse)
VerifiedRequired for commercial and industrial construction in Tolleson — new buildings, additions, remodels, tenant improvements, and changes of occupancy — reviewed against the City's adopted 2024 IBC (per the City's current Permits & Construction page). Tolleson publishes NO separate tenant-improvement or industrial/warehouse permit track: despite the city's large warehouse/logistics base, everything runs through the single Building Permit process administered by Development Services, with major new commercial/industrial construction additionally requiring Zoning Site Plan Review and City Council approval before a building permit can be issued.
Verified 2026-08-01 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before any owner or authorized agent may construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a commercial building or structure, per the City's Building Permit Flow (Development Handbook, rev. 01/22/24)
- Complete Application (Part A - Identification, Part B - Description of Work, Part C - Licensing and Exemptions), signed and dated
- Site Plan showing the location of new construction and all existing structures, with distances from lot lines on all sides, meeting the Tolleson Zoning Ordinance
- Construction Plans of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of proposed work and conformance with City of Tolleson codes; three (3) sets required per the Building Permit Flow Chart
- Civil Improvement (engineering) plans, where applicable, must be submitted as a SEPARATE submittal from building construction plans — the Development Handbook explicitly instructs 'SEPARATE SUBMITTALS ARE REQUIRED FOR ENGINEERING & BUILDING PLANS — PLEASE DO NOT COMBINE'; all engineering plans requiring corrections must be approved by the City Engineer prior to building permit issuance
- Before any building permit is issued for major commercial or industrial construction, Zoning Site Plan Review and approval is required: Site Plan, Building Elevations, Landscaping Plan, and Grading and Drainage Plan with Calculations, reviewed by a Site Plan Review committee (Building Official, City Engineer, Fire Department) over an average of 2-4 weeks, then approved by City Council at a public hearing with 15-day mailed notice to property owners within 300 feet
- Building/construction permits must be obtained within 180 days of Site Plan approval (one-time 180-day extension available if requested before expiration)
- All fire protection issues for commercial, industrial, and multifamily projects are handled through Development Services, which reviews all submittals (Development Handbook, Plan Review Process section)
- On commercial/industrial projects, written plan review redlines are provided; corrected plans are re-submitted as one digital corrected set and only the changes are re-reviewed
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Tolleson Permit Application (Parts A, B, C), submitted in person at the Civic Center or via the Civic Access online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShows lot dimensions, distances from lot lines, and location of proposed and existing structures; for major commercial/industrial projects this is part of the separate Zoning Site Plan Review package (Site Plan, Building Elevations, Landscaping Plan, Grading and Drainage Plan with Calculations)
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsThree sets required, showing conformance with the adopted 2024 IBC and City ordinances
- OptionalCivil Improvement Plans (if applicable)Off-site/civil infrastructure engineering plans, submitted as a completely separate package from building plans; carries a non-refundable fee at submittal and requires City Engineer approval before permit issuance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | $0-$500 valuation: $24.00 flat; $501-$2,000: $24.00 for the first $501 plus $3.00 for each $100 or fraction thereof; $2,001-$40,000: $69.00 for the first $2,001 plus $11.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; $40,001-$100,000: $487.00 for the first $40,001 plus $9.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; $100,001-$500,000: $1,027.00 for the first $100,001 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; $500,001-$1,000,000: $3,827.00 for the first $500,001 plus $5.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof; over $1,000,000: $6,327.00 for the first $1,000,001 plus $3.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section. Same valuation table applies to commercial, tenant improvement, and industrial/warehouse work — no commercial-specific or square-footage-tiered permit fee exists. |
| Building Plan Review Fee | 65% of Building Permit Fee | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
| Zoning Site Plan Review — Commercial & Industrial Districts | $2,000.00 plus $600.00 per page | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Planning and Zoning section — required before a building permit for major new commercial or industrial construction. Show full citationHideCity of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Planning and Zoning section — required before a building permit for major new commercial or industrial construction. The older Development Handbook (rev. 01/22/24) lists $2,000.00 application plus $2,000.00 per-page for Commercial and Industrial Districts; the live Citywide Fee Schedule's $2,000.00 + $600.00/page figure is treated as current. |
| Engineering — Commercial Permit Deposit | $200.00 non-refundable deposit per submittal (Commercial only) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Engineering/Commercial section — applies where civil/off-site improvement plans are required |
| Engineering — Commercial Plan Review / Permit | Plan Review $300.00 per sheet; Report Review $600.00 each; Engineering Permit 3.5% of construction cost | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Engineering/Commercial section — for civil improvement plans, which are a separate submittal from building plans |
| Fire Department permits (separate, where applicable) | Automatic Fire Sprinkler System new installation $400.00 ($100.00 modification); Fire Alarm System new install $300.00 ($100.00 modification); Public Safety Radio Amplification System new $300.00 ($150.00 modification); Hazardous Materials Operations Permit $300.00 annual | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Fire Department section — assessed separately from the Building Division's valuation-based permit fee; sprinkler/alarm/hazmat lines are common on warehouse and industrial projects |
| New Certificate of Occupancy | $47.00 | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
| Afterhours Inspections | $70.50 per hour (4-hour minimum) | City of Tolleson Citywide Fee Schedule, Development Services section |
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