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Winslow building permits
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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 (A.R.S. Title 9). The City of Winslow independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Community Development Department; it does not defer permitting to Navajo County. Source: Winslow Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction), Chapter 15.04 (ecode360.com/49538196, code current through legislation effective 10-28-2025).2018 International Building Code, including Appendix K, adopted by reference with City of Winslow amendments (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A)). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040 (ecode360.com/49538207).2018 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, including Appendix Q (Tiny Houses) and Appendix K, adopted by reference with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(B)). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Plumbing Code, adopted by reference with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(C)). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Fuel Gas Code, adopted with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(D)). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Mechanical Code, adopted by reference with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(E)). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2017 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), adopted by reference with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(F)) — one edition behind the 2018 ICC family set. Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Property Maintenance Code, adopted with City of Winslow amendments (§ 15.04.040(G)); enforcement/violations/notices/appeals cross-reference Winslow Municipal Code § 8.20 (Nuisances). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Existing Building Code, adopted by reference, applying to repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition, and relocation of existing buildings (§ 15.04.040(A), IBC 101.4.10). Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.2018 International Fire Code is referenced within the adopted IBC (§ 15.04.040(A), IBC 101.4.5) for matters of fire prevention, suppression, and alarm systems. Source: Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040.Confirmation of currency: the City of Winslow's live Community Development page (as captured by the Wayback Machine, snapshot dated 1/24/2025) independently lists the identical current code set — '2018 International Building Code Including Appendix K, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Residential Code Including Appendix Q and K, 2018 Plumbing Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 Property Maintenance Code, 2017 National Electric Code' — matching Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040 verbatim. Source: City of Winslow Community Development page, Wayback Machine capture (web.archive.org/web/20250124090125/https://www.winslowaz.gov/page/community-development).Fee-calculation basis is separately codified and uses OLDER code editions' valuation tables than the substantive codes above: the City of Winslow's Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (Ordinance No. 637, as amended, current edition July 2026) calculates Building, Mechanical, and Plumbing permit fees using Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code / 1997 Uniform Mechanical Code / 1997 Uniform Plumbing Code (each plus 10%), and Electrical permit fees using Table 3-A of the 1999 National Electrical Code (plus 10%) — this valuation-table-only reference is distinct from, and does not supersede, the substantive 2018 IBC/IRC/IMC/IPC/IFGC and 2017 NEC construction requirements adopted in Title 15. Source: City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (July 2026), Schedule 3, Sections 3-1 through 3-4; Winslow Municipal Code §§ 15.04.040(C) 106.6, 15.04.040(D) 106.6.2, 15.04.040(E) 106.5.2 (each cross-referencing 'the fee schedule, as adopted in City of Winslow Ordinance Number 637').Manufactured/mobile homes and factory-built buildings: the City of Winslow Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges publishes dedicated permit fees for Mobile/Manufactured Home ($650/home, includes 3 inspections), Factory Built Building - Residential ($650/story), Factory Built Building - Commercial ($6.00/LF per story) and Classroom ($3.00/LF per story), each including 3 inspections; a 6-month permit extension is $100; Factory Built Building Special Use is $250 (1 inspection); Rehabilitation - Mobile Home is $49 (income below Area Median Income) or $306 (income at/above AMI), including 2 inspections; and Installation/Re-inspection/Additional not covered by permit is $175 each. Source: City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction in the City of Winslow. Reviewed against the 2018 International Residential Code (including Appendix Q and Appendix K) as adopted and amended by the City of Winslow (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(B)). Applications are submitted to the Community Development Department.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction within Winslow city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC and City of Winslow Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (30 psf ground snow load; 115 mph wind speed, Exposure C; 18-inch frost depth; Seismic Zone B)
- For projects exceeding 3,000 sq ft, exceeding 20-person occupancy, or with any structural member over 14 feet, construction documents must be prepared and sealed by an Arizona Registered Design Professional
- Application must include a completed Building Permit Application, a copy of the completed septic permit where applicable, and three (3) complete sets of scaled plans and specifications (site plan, foundation detail, floor plan, framing detail/cross sections, roof detail, truss specifications and layout, electrical/plumbing/mechanical plans, elevations)
- A residential fire sprinkler system may be installed but cannot be mandated by the City per A.R.S. § 9-807
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department (also available online via SeamlessDocs at winslow.seamlessdocs.com/f/BuildingPermitApplication)
- RequiredSite PlanShows location of all buildings on the property and distance from property lines to buildings
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFoundation detail, floor plan, framing detail and cross sections, roof detail, truss specifications and layout, electrical/plumbing/mechanical plans, and elevations — three (3) complete sets required
- OptionalSeptic PermitCopy of the completed septic permit, where applicable (properties not served by City sewer)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (July 2026), Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | $100 due at submission (applied to final fee); total fee for up to three plan review sessions is 65% of the total building permit fee (or other permit fee), or the city and consultant's actual cost, whichever is greater | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-5 |
| Building Without a Permit Penalty | 2x permit fee (1st offense); 3x (2nd offense); 5x (3rd and subsequent offenses), plus other fines/penalties and the City's actual investigation cost | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4; consistent with Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(B) IRC R108.6 |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, and alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings in the City of Winslow, reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted and amended by the City (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(B)).
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for additions and remodels affecting structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems
- Detached one-story accessory structures (sheds, playhouses, similar) up to 200 sq ft (IRC) or 120 sq ft (IBC) do not require a building permit but still require zoning clearance and a zoning permit
- Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work do not require a permit
- Plans must comply with City of Winslow Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (30 psf ground snow load; 115 mph wind speed, Exposure C; 18-inch frost depth)
- Application must include a completed application and three (3) complete sets of scaled plans showing the addition/remodel scope
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanShowing existing structure, addition footprint, and distances to property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | $100 due at submission (applied to final fee); total fee for up to three review sessions is 65% of the total building permit fee, or actual city/consultant cost, whichever is greater | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-5 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in the City of Winslow, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code as adopted and amended (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(F)). This permit type also covers residential solar photovoltaic system installations, as the City does not publish a separate dedicated solar/PV permit, application, or fee line.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of electrical systems, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings, and appurtenances, including residential solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Winslow; conductors must be copper only (aluminum permitted only for feeders/service-entrance, not branch circuits)
- All electrical equipment rated 1,000 amps or more must pass a certified hi-pot (high-potential voltage) test, performed in the presence of a City Building Inspector by an approved testing firm, with a certificate issued to the Building Official
- Minor repair work (lamp replacement, connecting approved portable equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles) is exempt from permit
- No dedicated solar/PV permit application, checklist, or fee schedule line is published by the City of Winslow — solar PV installations are processed as electrical permits under the general Electrical Permit Fee (NEC valuation table)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 3-A of the 1999 National Electrical Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in the City of Winslow, governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code as adopted and amended (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(C)).
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, and connections to water/sewer systems
- Governed by the 2018 IPC as adopted by the City of Winslow
- Building sewers connecting to a private septic system require Navajo County Health Department approval prior to installation; sewers connecting to City sewer must be a minimum of 12 inches below grade
- Nonmetallic sewer piping must include a green-colored, plastic-covered No. 12 AWG Type UF tracer wire with minimum 10-mil tape
- Minor repairs (stopping leaks without replacing concealed piping, clearing stoppages, water closet removal/reinstallation without rearranging piping, faucet/water closet/sink replacement in the same location) are exempt from permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 1-1 of the 1997 Uniform Plumbing Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-3 |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-3 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in the City of Winslow, governed by the 2018 International Mechanical Code as adopted and amended (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(E)).
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC equipment, furnaces, and ventilation systems
- Governed by the 2018 IMC as adopted by the City of Winslow
- Portable heating/ventilation/cooling appliances, portable evaporative coolers, and self-contained refrigeration systems (10 lbs or less refrigerant, 1 HP or less motor) are exempt from permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Mechanical Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Mechanical Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-1 |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-1 |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing of buildings or structures in the City of Winslow — unlike some Arizona cities, Winslow does not publish a like-for-like re-roof exemption; a permit is required for all re-roofing work, at a dedicated flat fee.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- A permit is required for re-roofing a building or structure — the City's published guidance states this explicitly with no like-for-like material exemption
- Reviewed for compliance with the 2018 IBC/IRC roofing provisions as adopted and amended by the City of Winslow
- Application submitted to the Community Development Department
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Re-Roofing)City of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Re-Roofing Permit | $80.00 flat fee | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
Manufactured/Mobile Home and Factory-Built Building Installation Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of manufactured/mobile homes and factory-built buildings (residential, commercial, and classroom) in the City of Winslow, with dedicated flat/per-linear-foot fees published in the City's fee schedule (Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7).
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Permit required for placement/installation of mobile homes, manufactured homes, and factory-built buildings within Winslow city limits
- Governed by Winslow Municipal Code Title 15, Chapter 15.28 (Manufactured Homes and Recreational Vehicles), in addition to the applicable adopted construction codes
- A 6-month permit extension is available for an additional fee
- Rehabilitation of an existing mobile home carries an income-tiered fee based on Area Median Income (AMI) status
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured/Mobile Home Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow permit application for manufactured home, mobile home, or factory-built building placement, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile / Manufactured Home | $650.00 per home (includes 3 inspections) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Factory Built Building (Residential) | $650.00 per story (includes 3 inspections) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Factory Built Building (Commercial) | $6.00 per linear foot per story (includes 3 inspections) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Factory Built Building (Classroom) | $3.00 per linear foot per story (includes 3 inspections) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| 6-Month Extension on Permit (Mobile/Mfg Home & Factory Built Building) | $100.00 each | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Factory Built Building Special Use | $250.00 each (includes 1 inspection) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Rehabilitation - Mobile Home | $49.00 if household income below Area Median Income (AMI); $306.00 if at or above AMI (includes 2 inspections) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 |
| Installation, Re-inspection, or Additional (not covered by permit) | $175.00 each | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7; applies to MFG home, factory-built building, rehabilitation, and special-use permits |
Fence Permit and Inspection
VerifiedA flat-fee zoning permit required for fence construction in the City of Winslow, administered by the Planning & Zoning Officer (a division of the Community Development Department) rather than under the building-permit valuation fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-13 · Source
Requirements
- Fence permit required for construction/installation of fencing within Winslow city limits, administered by the Planning & Zoning Officer
- Zoning enforcement and issuance of sign and fence permits are functions of the Planning and Zoning division per the City's published Community Development guidance
- Application submitted to the Community Development Department
Required documents
- RequiredFence Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Planning & Zoning fence permit application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit and Inspection | $15.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 10, Section 10-1 (Zoning Fees) |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of a building or structure in the City of Winslow, falling under the Building Permit process (2018 IBC, as adopted and amended). The City publishes a dedicated Demolition Permit Fee, distinct from the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee, under Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-5 (Miscellaneous Permit Fees).
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Requirements
- A permit is required to demolish a building or structure, per Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A), IBC [A] Section 105 (Permits) — demolition is explicitly listed among the activities requiring a building permit
- Processed as a Building Permit application through the Community Development Department
- A dedicated Demolition Permit Fee applies ($40.00 plus a $150.00 refundable deposit, refunded if no dumpster-overloading issues arise) — this is a distinct, itemized fee line, not the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee. This corrects a prior version of this record, which had stated (based on the same Ordinance No. 637 fee schedule but an outdated reading of it) that no dedicated demolition fee line existed; that was inaccurate, corrected 2026-07-13 upon re-verification against the current July 2026 edition of the fee schedule
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit Fee | $40.00, plus a $150.00 refundable deposit (refunded if no issues with overloading of dumpsters) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-5 (Miscellaneous Permit Fees) |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop residential or commercial solar photovoltaic systems in the City of Winslow. There is no dedicated solar/PV permit type or fee line item in City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (July 2026) — confirmed by a full-text search of the 44-page fee schedule for 'solar,' 'photovoltaic,' and 'renewable,' which returned zero results. A solar installation is processed as a standard building permit (structural/racking) plus electrical permit (wiring/interconnection), billed under the same 1997 UBC Table 1-A / 1999 NEC Table 3-A valuation-based fee tables used for other construction, and is subject to Arizona's statewide solar construction permit statute (A.R.S. § 9-468).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for the structural/racking portion, reviewed against the 2018 IRC/IBC as adopted and amended by the City (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040)
- Electrical permit required for the PV wiring/interconnection portion, governed by the 1999 NEC as adopted for fee purposes (see the electrical-permit entry)
- Application must include a completed Building Permit Application and three (3) complete sets of scaled plans and specifications, per the City's general residential building permit submittal requirements
- Per A.R.S. § 9-468, the City's total fee for a solar construction permit may not exceed the actual cost of issuance, and the City must provide an itemized cost breakdown upon request
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department (also available online via SeamlessDocs)
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (3 complete sets)Site plan, roof/racking plan, electrical one-line diagram, and equipment specifications
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (structural/racking portion) | Calculated per Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code, plus 10% — no dedicated solar/PV line item exists | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (July 2026), Schedule 3, Section 3-4; confirmed via full-text search that no solar-specific fee is published |
| Electrical Permit Fee (wiring/interconnection portion) | Calculated per Table 3-A of the 1999 National Electrical Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 |
| Issuance Fee (each permit) | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Sections 3-2 and 3-4 |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | $100 due at submission | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3 — same fee applied to other residential building permits per the residential-building-permit entry |
EV Charger Installation Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of an electric vehicle charging station (Level 2 or DC fast charger) in the City of Winslow. The City does not publish a dedicated EV-charger permit, application, or fee line — an installation is processed as a standard electrical permit, governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted and amended (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(F)), the same treatment already documented in the electrical-permit and solar-pv-permit entries.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for the charger circuit, wiring, and interconnection, submitted to the Community Development Department
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Winslow; conductors must be copper only (aluminum permitted only for feeders/service-entrance, not branch circuits)
- All electrical equipment rated 1,000 amps or more must pass a certified hi-pot (high-potential voltage) test, performed in the presence of a City Building Inspector by an approved testing firm
- A building permit is additionally required if the installation includes a new canopy, carport, or other structural mounting component, reviewed under the 2018 IBC/IRC
- No dedicated EV-charger permit application, checklist, or fee schedule line is published by the City of Winslow — installations are processed as electrical permits under the general Electrical Permit Fee (1999 NEC Table 3-A valuation, plus 10%, plus the $40 issuance fee)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application, submitted to the Community Development Department
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 3-A of the 1999 National Electrical Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 — no separate EV-charger fee line item was found published; Show full citationHideCity of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 — no separate EV-charger fee line item was found published; a full-text-style review of the City's fee schedule (which contains no distinct solar/renewable line either, per the solar-pv-permit entry) confirms EV chargers fall under this same general electrical valuation table |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-2 |
Commercial Building Permit (including Tenant Improvements)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction, and for commercial alterations, additions, repairs, and changes of occupancy or use (including tenant improvements) in the City of Winslow, reviewed against the 2018 International Building Code and 2018 International Existing Building Code as adopted and amended by the City (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A)). Winslow uses a single Building Permit application for both residential and commercial work, but the commercial track is genuinely distinct in its published fee schedule: a dedicated Commercial Plan Review Fee (Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 — $250 deposit vs. $100 residential), commercial fire-code plan review and inspection fees (Section 3-9), and a licensed-contractor requirement for all commercial and multi-family work stated on the City's Community Development page. Tenant improvement is NOT a separate permit type — see tips.
Verified 2026-08-01 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy or use of a commercial building or structure (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A), 2018 IBC Section 105.1; restated on the City's Permit FAQs page)
- Work in commercial and multi-family housing will require a licensed contractor — stated verbatim on the City of Winslow Community Development page
- Construction documents must be prepared and sealed by an Arizona Registered Design Professional when total building square footage exceeds 3,000 sq ft, total occupancy exceeds 20 persons, or any required structural member exceeds 14 feet in length (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A), IBC [A] 107.1 as amended)
- Application must include a completed Building Permit Application and three (3) complete sets of scaled plans and specifications (site plan showing all buildings and distances from property lines, foundation detail, floor plan, framing detail/cross sections, roof detail, truss specifications and layout, electrical/plumbing/mechanical plans, and elevations), plus a copy of the completed septic permit where applicable
- Plans must comply with the City of Winslow Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (30 psf ground snow load; 115 mph ultimate design wind speed, Exposure C; 18-inch frost depth; Seismic Zone B; 1,500 psf assumed soil bearing unless verified otherwise)
- Alterations, repairs, and changes of occupancy in existing commercial buildings are governed by the 2018 International Existing Building Code, adopted by reference (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A), IBC 101.4.10); fire prevention/suppression/alarm matters reference the 2018 International Fire Code (IBC 101.4.5)
- Historic-district gate: the City Inspector shall NOT issue a building, grading, or demolition permit for new construction, any alteration affecting the exterior appearance of an existing building, sign installation/alteration, or parking lot construction/enlargement within a historic district (Historic Overlay Zone) or on a property containing a historic building, without plan approval by the Development Review Committee and the Historic Preservation Commission (Winslow Municipal Code § 17.96.040(A)); design must follow the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, and interior-only work and ordinary maintenance/in-kind repair are excepted (§ 17.96.050(E))
- All electrical equipment rated 1,000 amps or more must pass a certified hi-pot (high-potential voltage) test performed in the presence of a City Building Inspector by a testing firm approved by the Building Official (Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(F), NEC 110.7 as amended)
- No certificate of occupancy will be issued to any water-consuming addition or dwelling until all water tap fees and the plant investment fee have been paid (City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 5, Section 5-13)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Winslow Building Permit Application (single application form used for residential and commercial work), submitted to the Community Development Department; also available online via SeamlessDocs at winslow.seamlessdocs.com/f/BuildingPermitApplication
- RequiredSite PlanShows location of all buildings on the property and distance from property lines to buildings
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (3 complete sets)Foundation detail, floor plan, framing detail and cross sections, roof detail, truss specifications and layout, electrical/plumbing/mechanical plans, and elevations — sealed by an Arizona Registered Design Professional when over 3,000 sq ft, over 20-person occupancy, or any structural member over 14 feet
- OptionalFire Protection System PlansSeparate fire alarm/detection and automatic sprinkler system plans, subject to the dedicated Fire Code Plan Review and Inspection Fees in Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-9, where such systems are installed or modified
- OptionalHistoric District Development Review submittalFor projects in a Historic Overlay Zone or on a property containing a historic building: plans per Winslow Municipal Code § 17.96.040(C)-(D), including elevations of existing and proposed structures, exterior materials/colors/architectural details, and a scaled sign plan, for Development Review Committee and Historic Preservation Commission approval
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Calculated per Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code, plus 10% | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges (July 2026), Schedule 3, Section 3-4 — the same valuation-based table applies to residential and commercial building permits; no separate commercial valuation table is published |
| Issuance Fee | $40.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Commercial Plan Review Fee | $250.00 due at time of submission of commercial building plans (applied to the final commercial plan review fee); total fee for up to three plan review sessions is 65% of the total building permit fee (or other permit fee), or the actual city and consultant cost, whichever is greater | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-7 (Commercial Plan Review Fee) — a dedicated commercial line, distinct from the $100 Residential Plan Review Fee deposit in Section 3-6 |
| Fire Code Plan Review and Inspection Fees | New commercial fire alarm/detection system: $350.00 (under 5,000 sq ft) or $400.00 + $0.005/sq ft (5,001 sq ft and over); new commercial automatic fire sprinkler system: $350.00 (under 5,000 sq ft) or $400.00 + $0.005/sq ft (5,001+ sq ft); modification (including TI): $100.00 (1-6 devices / 1-50 sprinklers) or $150.00 (7+ devices / 51+ sprinklers); commercial cooking hood (single system): $250.00; alternative fire-extinguishing system (foam/CO2/clean agent/chemical): $300.00; fire pump (new or modified): $450.00; spray booth: $175.00 (pre-manufactured) or $350.00 (non-pre-manufactured); LPG tank: $100.00 (250-500 gal) or $150.00 (501+ gal); high-piled combustible storage plan review: $100.00 | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-9 (Fire Code Plan Reviews and Inspection Fees) — the modification lines explicitly say 'including TI', the fee schedule's only mention of tenant improvements. Show full citationHideCity of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-9 (Fire Code Plan Reviews and Inspection Fees) — the modification lines explicitly say 'including TI', the fee schedule's only mention of tenant improvements. Violation fees also published: $150.00 for no approved plans on site or failure to attend a scheduled inspection (30-minute wait), $150.00 for failure to install per approved plans, $250.00 for failure to pre-test fire protection systems for acceptance |
| Permit Extension / Reinstatement | Six-month extension of expired permit: 10% of original fee (first request), 30% of original fee (second request); building permit reinstatement fee: 50% of permit fee (not eligible if a new code year has been adopted) | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4 |
| Building Without a Permit Penalty | 2x permit fee (1st offense); 3x (2nd offense); 5x (3rd and subsequent offenses), plus other fines/penalties prescribed by code or law and the City's actual cost of investigation | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 3, Section 3-4; consistent with Winslow Municipal Code § 15.04.040(A) IBC [A] 109.4 |
| Development Review Board (historic-district projects only) | $600.00 per meeting up to 1 hour, plus $100.00 per additional hour | City of Winslow Ordinance No. 637, Schedule 10, Section 10-1 (Zoning Fees) — applies when a project requires Development Review Committee/Historic Preservation Commission approval under Winslow Municipal Code § 17.96.040 |
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