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Electrical Permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County, Arizona

Required for electrical service installations, upgrades, and repairs in the unincorporated areas of Maricopa County. Maricopa County Planning and Development issues electrical permits under the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) with local amendments. Several categories are available: web-issued (instant, automated), non-technical (1–2 business day staff processing), and technical/standard review. Applications are submitted online through Permit Center.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Web-issued (instant, automated online): replacement or upgrade of electrical service up to 200 amps
  • Non-technical (1–2 business day processing): electrical clearance only ≤200 amps; electrical repair/replace like-for-like; electrical upgrade 0–200 amps; panel ≤200 amps, outlets, or fixtures
  • Technical/standard review (site plan required): electrical service upgrade or connection over 200 amps; electrical service to a shared well
  • Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice
  • Virtual inspections available for: Electrical Service Replacement or Upgrade to 400A; Main Breaker Derate for PV Prep; Minor Electrical Repairs; Gas/Electrical Clearances

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Fee schedule

Electrical service 1–200 amps (Minor Self Service)Local Additions and Addenda Flat Rate Fees (June 2024 Summary of Fee Schedule)
$50 flat
Electrical service 201–400 amps (Electrical - 201-400 amp Service)Local Additions and Addenda Flat Rate Fees. Fee pair: $50 Minor Self Service + $25 upcharge = $75 total.
$75 total ($50 Minor Self Service base + $25 upcharge)
Electrical service over 400 amps (Electrical - over 400 amp Service)Local Additions and Addenda Flat Rate Fees. Fee pair: $50 Minor Self Service + $70 upcharge = $120 total.
$120 total ($50 Minor Self Service base + $70 upcharge)

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Maricopa County building department
~1–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough-In / Service Inspection

    After wiring installed before wall cover; or service equipment installed before energizing

  2. 2

    Final

    All electrical work complete and operational per 2017 NEC

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

Tips

  • Web-issued permits (up to 200-amp service replacements, minor repairs) are fully automated and issued instantly online — no staff review required.
  • Virtual inspections are available for electrical service replacements/upgrades to 400A, main breaker derates for PV prep, and minor electrical repairs. Apply through Permit Center.
  • For electrical service upgrades over 200 amps, a site plan is required as part of the standard review process.

Frequently asked questions

Unincorporated Maricopa County requires an electrical permit for: Web-issued (instant, automated online): replacement or upgrade of electrical service up to 200 amps; Non-technical (1–2 business day processing): electrical clearance only ≤200 amps; electrical repair/replace like-for-like; electrical upgrade 0–200 amps; panel ≤200 amps, outlets, or fixtures; Technical/standard review (site plan required): electrical service upgrade or connection over 200 amps; electrical service to a shared well; Apply online through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice; Virtual inspections available for: Electrical Service Replacement or Upgrade to 400A; Main Breaker Derate for PV Prep; Minor Electrical Repairs; Gas/Electrical Clearances. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Maricopa County Planning and Development Department at 602-506-3301 before starting work.

In Unincorporated Maricopa County, the published Electrical service 1–200 amps (Minor Self Service) is: $50 flat. Additional published fees: Electrical service 201–400 amps (Electrical - 201-400 amp Service) — $75 total ($50 Minor Self Service base + $25 upcharge); Electrical service over 400 amps (Electrical - over 400 amp Service) — $120 total ($50 Minor Self Service base + $70 upcharge). These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for an electrical permit in Unincorporated Maricopa County typically runs 1–10 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 2 inspection(s) for an electrical permit, in order: Rough-In / Service Inspection, Final. 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.

Yes. Unlike some Idaho counties where electrical permits are issued by the state, Maricopa County Planning and Development issues electrical permits for the unincorporated county under the 2017 NEC. Apply through Permit Center at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice. Source: https://www.maricopa.gov/1629/Construction-Permit-Information

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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