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Demolition Permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County, Arizona

Required for demolition of structures in the unincorporated areas of Maricopa County. Demolition permits are a flat-rate fee of $50, processed as a non-technical permit. Apply through Permit Center online.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Required for demolition of any structure in unincorporated Maricopa County
  • Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice
  • Non-technical permit: processed in approximately 1–2 business days; all correspondence via email

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Fee schedule

Demolition Permit (Demolition) — flat rateLocal Additions and Addenda Flat Rate Fees (June 2024 Summary of Fee Schedule)
$50

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Maricopa County building department
~1–5 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final Demolition

    Structure fully removed; site graded per approved plan

See the full Unincorporated Maricopa County inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Demolition permits are non-technical and processed in 1–2 business days with all correspondence by email.
  • Before demolition, contact Arizona 811 (call 811 or visit az811.com) to have underground utilities located.
  • If the structure is connected to any utilities (gas, electric, water, sewer), ensure all utilities are properly disconnected before demolition begins.

Frequently asked questions

Unincorporated Maricopa County requires a demolition permit for: Required for demolition of any structure in unincorporated Maricopa County; Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice; Non-technical permit: processed in approximately 1–2 business days; all correspondence via email. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 602-506-3301 before starting work.

$50 flat fee. Apply online at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice. Source: Maricopa County Summary of Fee Schedule, June 2024 (https://www.maricopa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/94568)

Plan review for a demolition permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County typically runs 1–5 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 602-506-3301.

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

Unincorporated Maricopa County requires 1 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Final Demolition. Schedule each through Maricopa County Planning and Development Department (602-506-3301).

Apply through Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 301 W. Jefferson, Suite 170, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Phone: 602-506-3301. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Official information: https://www.maricopa.gov/797/Planning-Development.

Unincorporated Maricopa County, Arizona has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by Maricopa County Board of Supervisors 17 August 2022 (with AZBO/MAG amendments); Local Additions and Addenda TA2022001 dated 19 September 2022; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments and Local Additions and Addenda); 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments); 2018 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) — adopted 17 August 2022, optional use; 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — adopted 17 August 2022, optional use; 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted 17 August 2022 (BOS vote, with AZBO/MAG amendments). Local amendments apply — see the Unincorporated Maricopa County overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.

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 Unincorporated Maricopa County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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