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Apache Junction 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 (e.g., A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The City of Apache Junction independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Development Services Department / Division of Building Safety and Inspection. Source: City of Apache Junction Division of Building Safety and Inspection (apachejunctionaz.gov/85/Building-Safety-and-Inspection); Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Chapter 7 (Buildings).2018 International Building Code (IBC), formally adopted by the Apache Junction City Council on June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019, with City of Apache Junction amendments (Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Article 7-2: Building Code, § 7-2-2 Amendments to the 2018 International Building Code). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice (Division of Building Safety and Inspection, 300 E. Superstition Blvd.).2018 International Residential Code (IRC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019, with City of Apache Junction amendments (Article 7-4: Residential Code), including a City-completed Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria and amendments to R301.5 (Live Loads), R302.1(1), R302.2.6, and R303 (mandatory heating/cooling). Confirmed as the applicable code on the City's own 'New Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide' coversheet requirement ('Applicable code 2018 IRC'). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Residential Code & Design Criteria' notice; New Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide (rev. 03/11/2024), p.2.2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019 — one edition behind the 2018 ICC set (the City has not since adopted the 2020 or 2023 NEC per the City's own currently-adopted-codes notice and FAQ page). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice; City of Apache Junction Building Division FAQ (apachejunctionaz.gov/faq.aspx?TID=20).2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019, with City of Apache Junction amendments (Article 7-6: Plumbing Code, § 7-6-2 Amendments to the 2018 International Plumbing Code). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019. Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019. Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019. Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019, governs energy-efficiency requirements for new residential and commercial construction (Manual J/D/S calculations required per the City's Residential Building Application Guide). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice; New Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide (rev. 03/11/2024).2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019, governs residential and public/semi-public pool and spa construction. Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.2018 International Fire Code (IFC), adopted as the City's uniform fire code (Article 7-1 references the 'Technical Codes' collectively); administered in coordination with the Building Safety and Inspection Division. Source: Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Article 7-1: Division of Building Safety and Inspection Administrative Code.Accessibility: 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, as published by the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division (appendices B and D to 36 CFR 1191 (2009) and 28 CFR part 35.151 (2011) for public entities; 28 CFR 36.401-36.406 (2011) for places of public accommodation and commercial facilities), adopted June 18, 2019, effective July 18, 2019. Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice.Fee schedules were revised in conjunction with the 2018/2019 code adoption, effective July 1, 2019, and the Development Services Fees (Apache Junction City Code, Volume I, Chapter 4, Article 4-4) were most recently revised October 31, 2022. The ICC codes' own fee/valuation sections are superseded for practical billing purposes by Article 4-4, which is the City's operative fee authority (though commercial valuation itself is still calculated per the ICC Building Valuation Data table). Source: City of Apache Junction 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice; Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Chapter 4, Article 4-4: Development Services Fees (rev. 10/31/22).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and two-family dwelling and townhouse construction in the City of Apache Junction. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC and City of Apache Junction amendments (Table R301.2(1) design criteria, mandatory heating/cooling, amended live loads). Applications must be submitted electronically through the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new 1- or 2-family dwellings and new townhouses within Apache Junction city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC and City of Apache Junction amendments, including Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (105 mph wind with topographic effects; Seismic Design Category B; 34°F winter design temperature; moderate-to-heavy termite potential; mandatory 68°F heating / 85°F cooling per R303.10)
- All applications must be submitted electronically through the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) system; a public kiosk with an 11x17 scanner is available at 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Building D for applicants needing accommodation
- Construction Plans (combined into a single PDF, ARCH 'C' 18x24 or ARCH 'D' 24x36 format) must include coversheet, scaled site plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, building cross sections, roof plan, roof/truss framing, structural plans, and detail sheets
- Manual J, D, S HVAC calculations and report required; structural calculations by a registered design professional required where applicable; truss engineering/layout required at submittal for truss roof systems
- Owner-builder property owners (not LLCs) may use the ROC License Exemption Declaration in lieu of a licensed contractor
- Payment of application/deposit fees due within 30 business days of city acceptance, or the application is rejected
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Permit ApplicationSubmitted electronically via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
- RequiredNew Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide (rev. 03/11/2024)City of Apache Junction guide and Required Application Materials Checklist for new 1-2 family dwellings, new townhouses, ADUs, and enclosed accessory structures
- RequiredConstruction Plans (single combined PDF)Coversheet, scaled site plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, cross sections, roof plan, structural plans, and detail sheets prepared per the Guide's Construction Plan Preparation Requirements
- RequiredAcknowledgement FormRequired for all residential building permit applications per the Guide checklist
- OptionalROC License Exemption DeclarationRequired only for owner-builder applicants who are not using a licensed contractor (not available to LLCs)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Residential 1 & 2 Family (1 story, per sq ft under roof) | $1.20/sq ft ($850 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, One and Two Family Residential |
| Each Additional Story and/or Basement | $1.05/sq ft | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Occupied Roof | $0.80/sq ft | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Approved Master Plan related permit | 80% of the new residential 1 & 2 family building permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential 1 & 2 Family Technology Fee | 2% of the building permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
| GIS Fee (all new building or addition permits) | $25 | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Development Impact Fee, Single Family (per housing unit) | $6,736 total (Library $550 + Parks & Recreation $1,707 + Police $1,229 + Streets $3,250) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Appendix 7-A: Development Fee Schedule, effective 10/31/2022 |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, interior remodels, garage/carport conversions, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and enclosed accessory structures over 120 sq ft in Apache Junction. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted and amended by the City, using the same New Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide as new dwellings.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for residential additions, interior remodels, garage/carport-to-living-space conversions, ADUs (guest houses), and enclosed accessory structures larger than 120 sq ft
- One-story detached enclosed accessory structures 120 sq ft or smaller (9 ft max to roof midpoint, 6 ft from other structures, no plumbing, max two 20A circuits, no habitable space) are exempt from a building permit per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6(B)(1)(a)
- Unenclosed shade structures (ramada, carport, horse-shade) up to 200 sq ft and 10 ft tall are exempt per § 7-1-6(B)(1)(b)
- Additions and ADUs must comply with the City's completed IRC Table R301.2(1) design criteria and mandatory heating/cooling requirements (R303.10)
- Same Required Application Materials Checklist as new construction applies, adjusted for addition/remodel/ADU/accessory-structure scope (e.g., delineation between existing and proposed construction required on elevations)
- Submitted electronically via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) system
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
- RequiredNew Residential Construction (and Additions) Building Application Guide (rev. 03/11/2024)City of Apache Junction guide covering Additions, ADUs, and Enclosed Accessory Structures over 241 sq ft
- RequiredScaled Site PlanProperty lines, easements, existing/proposed structure locations, setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Addition (1 to 3 stories, each floor, per sq ft) | $1.05/sq ft ($425 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, One and Two Family Residential |
| Residential Addition — add additional story above existing | $1.20/sq ft ($535 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential Accessory Dwelling (Guest House / ADU) | $1.20/sq ft ($475 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential Interior Remodel | $0.60/sq ft ($145 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Convert Carport or Garage to Living Space (habitable) | $0.75/sq ft ($195 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Enclosed Accessory Structure, 241 sq ft or larger (detached garage/other) | $1.00/sq ft ($425 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Accessory structure over 120 sq ft, less than 241 sq ft (no MEP, 2 inspections) | $190 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Accessory structure over 120 sq ft, less than 241 sq ft (with any MEP, 3 inspections) | $240 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Apache Junction, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the City. Covers meter clearances, service upgrades, panel work, generators, and residential photovoltaic systems.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for meter clearances, new/replace/upgrade electrical service, panel derates, generators, and photovoltaic system installation
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Apache Junction (per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6 and the Currently Adopted Building Codes notice)
- Trade-only electrical permits (mechanical/HVAC, electrical, or plumbing) each have an 'over-the-counter' type and a 'review required' type per the City's Trade Permit Guide
- Minor electrical work is exempt from a permit per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6(B)(2): e.g., repair/replacement of fixed motors/transformers/appliances of the same type and rating, re-installation of attachment-plug receptacles, replacement of branch-circuit overcurrent devices of the required capacity in the same location — but installation of an interconnected photovoltaic system or battery system always requires a permit
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Meter Clearance, Existing Service — Residential | $100 per service | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Electrical |
| New/Replace/Upgrade 1-2 Family Residential Service, not greater than 200 amps | $200 per service | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| New/Replace/Upgrade 1-2 Family Residential Service, greater than 200 amps | $1.00 per amp ($220 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Electrical Panel De-rate, Residential | $100 per service | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Electrical Repair/Branch Circuit or Lighting Additions, Residential (1 inspection) | $120 per dwelling unit (additional inspections $75 each) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Generator, Permanent Residential (includes transfer switch) | $200 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (stand-alone permit) Technology Fee | 2% of permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a residential electric vehicle charging circuit in Apache Junction, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC). The City's electrical fee table (City Code Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1) has no EV-charger/EVSE-specific line item — an EV charger circuit added to an existing dwelling is billed under the 'Electrical Repair/Branch Circuit or Lighting Additions, Residential' category, and a new/upgraded service for the charger would instead fall under the service-upgrade fee tiers.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for the new EV charger branch circuit
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Apache Junction
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
- If the install also requires a new or upgraded electrical service, the applicable service-upgrade fee tier applies in addition to (or instead of) the branch-circuit fee
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Repair/Branch Circuit or Lighting Additions, Residential (1 inspection) — covers a standalone EV charger circuit (no EV-specific line item published) | $120 per dwelling unit (additional inspections $75 each) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Electrical |
| New/Replace/Upgrade 1-2 Family Residential Service, not greater than 200 amps (if the EV charger requires a service upgrade) | $200 per service | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (stand-alone permit) Technology Fee | 2% of permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Apache Junction, governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted and amended by the City.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for interior water repipe, water/sewer line addition/repair/replace, water heater installation/change, gas line work, and fixture/bathroom remodels
- Governed by the 2018 IPC as adopted by the City of Apache Junction, with City amendments (Article 7-6, § 7-6-2)
- Minor plumbing work is exempt from a permit per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6(B)(5): e.g., stopping leaks in drains/pipes (not involving defective concealed pipe replacement), clearing stoppages, replacement of electric water heaters of equal/lesser amperage where bonding/disconnect are present, replacement of potable water conditioning appliances, and replacement of evaporative coolers of equal/lesser cfm and amperage
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Water Repipe (includes admin. fee and 2 inspections) | $200 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Plumbing |
| Residential Water/Sewer Line Addition/Repair/Replace, up to 50 ft | $25 per 50 ft ($115 minimum; plus $25 per additional 50-ft increment) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Water Heater, Residential (change fuel/type/location) | $100 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential Gas Clearance (1 inspection) | $100 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Mechanical/Fuel Gas |
| Residential Gas Line Addition/Repair/Replace, up to 50 ft | $25 per 50 ft ($115 minimum; plus $25 per additional 50-ft increment) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential Remodel Bathroom (min. 3 fixtures replaced, or shower type change) | $250 minimum ($75 each additional fixture in same unit) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Residential Roof-Mounted Solar Water Heater | $170 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Apache Junction, governed by the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by the City.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC equipment, furnaces, heat pumps, and ventilation systems
- Governed by the 2018 IMC as adopted by the City of Apache Junction
- Repair or like-for-like replacement (equal or lesser cfm/amperage, same location, by a licensed contractor) of an air conditioner, furnace, heat pump, or packaged unit up to 5 tons (17.5 kW) is exempt from a mechanical permit per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6(B)(4)(h)
- Portable heating appliances, portable ventilation equipment, and portable cooling units are exempt per § 7-1-6(B)(4)(a)-(c)
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential New Heat Pump, Air Conditioner, Mini-Split (Park Model, Manufactured Home, or Single-Family, 1 inspection) | $150 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Mechanical/Fuel Gas |
| Commercial HVAC — Replace Existing RTU, less than 2000 cfm | $200 per building or unit (plus $100 each additional unit on same building) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial HVAC — Add or Replace Mini-Split, Central Air, or Remote Cooler/Freezer Condenser | $175 per building or unit (plus $50 each additional unit) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (stand-alone permit) Technology Fee | 2% of permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential re-roofing in Apache Junction. Governed by the 2018 IRC roofing provisions as adopted by the City; billed as a flat inspection-based fee rather than a valuation-based fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for residential roof replacement
- Governed by the 2018 IRC/IBC roofing provisions as adopted and amended by the City of Apache Junction
- One inspection is included in the flat re-roofing fee
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Roof Replacement (1 inspection) | $90 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, One and Two Family Residential |
| Commercial Roof Replacement (uses 10% of occupancy 'U', Type VB valuation) | 1.00% of total valuation ($225 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Commercial (Industrial) |
| Residential 1 & 2 Family Technology Fee | 2% of the building permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mount residential solar photovoltaic systems in Apache Junction, permitted as an electrical permit under the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City. Fee varies based on whether the system includes a storage battery.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of an interconnected photovoltaic system or battery system always requires an electrical permit — this is explicitly called out as NOT exempt in the City's Work Exempt from Building Permits guidance, even though many other minor electrical work items are exempt
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Apache Junction
- Fee differs based on whether the system includes a storage battery
- Modifications to an existing residential PV system are billed separately from new installation
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO), for photovoltaic system installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Photovoltaic System, Residential, No Storage Battery | $170 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Electrical |
| Photovoltaic System, Residential, with Storage Battery | $225 per dwelling unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Photovoltaic System, Residential Modification | $55 per change | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (stand-alone permit) Technology Fee | 2% of permit fee | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure in Apache Junction, billed as a flat fee based on structure type and inspection count.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a residential accessory structure, a one/two-family residence, or a commercial/non-residential building within Apache Junction city limits
- One/Two Family Residential demolition includes 1 inspection; Commercial/Non-residential demolition (including interior demo separate from a remodeling/tenant-improvement permit) includes 2 inspections
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredResidential or Commercial Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) for demolition scope
- RequiredSign, Cellular, Utility, Commercial Demolition, Fence & Retaining Wall GuideCity of Apache Junction Building Application Guide covering commercial demolition submittal requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition — One/Two Family Residential (1 inspection) | $120 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Demolition |
| Demolition — Residential Accessory (1 inspection) | $100 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Demolition — Commercial/Non-residential, including interior demo separate from remodel/TI permit (2 inspections) | $240 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Manufactured Home / Park Model Set Permit
VerifiedRequired for the placement (set) of a manufactured home, factory-built building, or park model RV within Apache Junction, reflecting the city's significant manufactured-housing and RV-resort community base. Fee is tied to the State of Arizona Department of Housing fee schedule plus a City zoning review fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- A Manufactured Home (MH) Set, Factory Built Building (FBB) Residential Set, or Park Model Set permit is required for placement of these unit types, including up to 3 inspections in the base fee (additional inspections billed separately)
- A separate MH/FBB Residential Zoning Review Fee applies per unit
- Manufactured home installations with all required information are reviewed faster than standard new residential construction — City published guidance states a 7-business-day review for complete Manufactured Home Installation applications
- Park Model remodeling and exterior stucco are explicitly NOT allowed per the City's fee schedule notes
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured Home Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
- RequiredPark Model RV Set Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
- RequiredManufactured Home and Park Model (PM) Policy (rev. 11/02/2023)City of Apache Junction policy governing MH and Park Model placement, additions, and re-siding
- RequiredCity MH, PM, RV Construction StandardsCity of Apache Junction construction standards document for manufactured homes, park models, and RVs
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manufactured Home (MH) Set (includes 3 inspections; additional inspections $120 each) | $360 flat, fee based on State of AZ Department of Housing Fee Schedule for current fiscal year | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Manufactured Home/Factory Built Buildings |
| Factory Built Building (FBB) Residential Set (includes 3 inspections; additional inspections $120 each) | $450 flat, fee based on State of AZ Department of Housing Fee Schedule | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| MH, FBB Residential, Zoning Review Fee | $55 per each MH/FBB residential unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Park Model Set — permanent connections, includes up to 480 sq ft of attached awning (HVAC separate permit) | $300 flat per unit | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Park Models |
| MH Exterior Stucco (engineering required, 3 inspections) | $500 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Fence and Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedFences over 6 feet and retaining walls over 4 feet in Apache Junction require a building permit and are billed on a per-linear-foot basis; shorter fences and lower retaining walls are permit-exempt.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Fences/block walls not over 6 feet in height (measured at 3 feet from the exterior side) are exempt from a building permit per Article 7-1, § 7-1-6(B)(1)(c) — EXCEPT fences in federally patented easements (FPEs), adjacent to public right-of-way (ROW), or across natural drainage ways, which require zoning review regardless of height
- Retaining walls not over 4 feet (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) are exempt per § 7-1-6(B)(1)(d), provided the wall does not support a surcharge, does not impound Class I/II/IIIA liquids, and is not on a public easement
- Retaining walls requiring a permit must be reviewed by Development Services Engineering Staff
- Themed, perimeter, and privacy walls over 6 feet, and retaining walls over 4 feet (bottom of footer to top of wall), are billed per linear foot
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
Required documents
- RequiredSign, Cellular, Utility, Commercial Demolition, Fence & Retaining Wall GuideCity of Apache Junction Building Application Guide for commercial fence/wall/retaining-wall permits
- RequiredResidential Swimming Pool/Spa, Fence/Wall/Retaining and Demolition GuideCity of Apache Junction Building Application Guide for residential fence/wall/retaining-wall permits over the exempt thresholds
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Walls — Retaining Wall over 48 inches (footer to wall top); Themed, Perimeter, and Privacy over 6 ft | $1.60 per linear foot ($170 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Miscellaneous |
| Fences — Block, Wood, Wrought Iron, Chain-Link, Other Privacy, etc., over 6 ft in height | $1.10 per linear foot ($100 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for most permanent commercial signage in Apache Junction. Governed by Apache Junction City Code, Vol. II Land Development Code, Article 1-11: Sign Regulations, which requires an Administrative Use Permit (AUP) from the Development Services Department for most sign types (Table 11-1). The AUP zoning-review fee (Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-3) is charged separately from, and in addition to, the Building Division's sign construction permit fee (§ 4-4-1).
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Unless specifically exempted (LDC § 1-11-6 and Table 11-1), no sign may be erected, installed, enlarged, or maintained without first obtaining an Administrative Use Permit (AUP) from the Development Services Department and paying the permit fee, per LDC § 1-11-11(A)
- Application must be made in writing on Development Services forms and must state the sign location, street name/address, and the name/address of the owner and sign contractor/erector; two copies of fully dimensioned plans and specifications (size, materials, method of support/attachment, designer's name/address, plot plan showing sign location) are required for each sign, per LDC § 1-11-11(A)
- Table 11-1 (Permitted Sign Standards) marks most permanent commercial sign types — freestanding/monument, wall signs and murals, hanging/projecting signs, awning signs, menu boards, gas station canopy signs, subdivision/multi-family entry signs — as requiring an AUP; it marks window signs, umbrella signs, banners/fin flags, A-frame signs, pennants, sign walkers, private light pole banners, garage sale signs, real estate open house/yard signs, statues, political/campaign signs, and vehicle signs as NOT requiring a permit
- If work to install or construct an approved sign has not commenced within 100 to 180 days of AUP issuance, the permit becomes null and void, per LDC § 1-11-11(B)
- An AUP may be automatically revoked for noncompliance with the sign standards or the approved permit, after 14 calendar days' written notice from the Zoning Administrator, per LDC § 1-11-11(D)
- All signs must be designed and constructed in accordance with the City's adopted Building Code (LDC § 1-11-12)
- Apply via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system for the Building Division construction-permit component; the AUP zoning-review component is processed by the Development Services Planning Division
Required documents
- RequiredAdministrative Use Permit (AUP) Application for SignageWritten application to the Development Services Department stating sign location, street address, and owner/contractor information, per LDC § 1-11-11(A)
- RequiredFully Dimensioned Sign Plans and Specifications (2 copies)Size, materials, method of support/attachment, designer name/address, and a plot plan showing the sign's location on the premises, per LDC § 1-11-11(A)
- RequiredBuilding/Sign Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) for the Building Division's construction-permit fee component
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Fees – Zoning Review: Comprehensive Sign Package | $900 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-3, Pre-Application/Site Plan/Sign Permit Fees |
| Sign Permit Fees – Zoning Review: Temporary Signs (30-90 days) | $125 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-3 |
| Sign Permit Fees – Zoning Review: Monument/Wall | $125 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-3 |
| Sign Permit Fees – Zoning Review: Projecting/Blade | No charge (n/c) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-3 |
| Sign Permit (Building/Construction) — no electrical (1 insp.) | $150 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Commercial (Industrial) |
| Sign Permit (Building/Construction) — with electrical (2 insp.) | $225 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedApache Junction has no municipal fire department — fire code enforcement, plan review, and permitting for automatic fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems citywide are performed by the Superstition Fire & Medical District (SFMD), an independent special taxing district established in 1955 that serves the City of Apache Junction and surrounding unincorporated Pinal County (Gold Canyon, Superstition Foothills, Goldfield Foothills, Entrada del Oro). SFMD administers the 2018 International Fire Code with its own SFMD amendments (adopted July 20, 2022) through its Fire Prevention Bureau, separately from the City of Apache Junction's Development Services fee schedule, which has no fire-sprinkler/alarm-specific fee line of its own.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Fire code enforcement and fire-system permitting for the entire city is performed by the Superstition Fire & Medical District (SFMD), not a City of Apache Junction department — SFMD is an independent special fire district headquartered at 565 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, with its own elected Board of Directors and property tax levy
- Governed by the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) with SFMD amendments, adopted July 20, 2022 by the SFMD Fire Marshal (Assistant Chief Richard Mooney); plan review is managed by Deputy Fire Marshal Tina Gerola
- New and modified automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, commercial kitchen hood systems, and related fire protection systems require a Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application submitted to SFMD's Fire Prevention Bureau
- Section I projects (fire protection system installations/modifications) are submitted first to SFMD's contracted third-party plan reviewer, Stantec (Peggy Crowder, peggy.crowder@stantec.com, (480) 687-6012; Kristine Molina, kristine.molina@stantec.com, (480) 687-6077); Stantec forwards approved plans to SFMD's Prevention Bureau for in-house review and permit processing — Stantec's fees are separate and independent from SFMD's own fees
- Fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems are also recognized as a 'deferred submittal' item under the City of Apache Junction's own building-permit process (Apache Junction City Code, Art. 7-1, § 7-1-6(I)(3)), meaning SFMD's fire-system approval is coordinated with, but does not replace, the underlying City of Apache Junction building permit for the overall project
- The City of Apache Junction's own Development Services fee schedule (Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4) contains no fire-sprinkler or fire-alarm-specific fee line — SFMD is the sole agency that charges a permit fee for these systems
- Payment of fees and plan submission does not constitute permission to begin work — construction may not start until SFMD acceptance/permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredContractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application (SFMD)Superstition Fire & Medical District's combined application covering fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and other fire protection system installations and modifications; Section I items (fire protection systems) route to Stantec first, Section II items route directly to SFMD
- RequiredFire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Plans and SpecificationsSubmitted to Stantec (Section I third-party review) for forwarding to SFMD's Prevention Bureau for in-house review and permit issuance
- RequiredCity of Apache Junction Building Permit ApplicationUnderlying City building permit (via MyGovernmentOnline) under which the fire sprinkler/alarm scope is recognized as a deferred submittal, per Art. 7-1, § 7-1-6(I)(3)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SFMD In-House Plan Review (base fee, Section I) | $100 flat | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule |
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler System, new installation (per riser) | $350 (plus $150 for each additional floor) | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule, Fire Protection Systems Installations |
| Residential Automatic Fire Sprinkler System, new installation (per riser) | $100 | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule |
| Fire Alarm System, new installation | $300 | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule |
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler System modification (fewer than 20 heads) | $100 | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule, Fire Protection Systems Modifications |
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler System modification (20 or more heads) | $200 | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule |
| Fire Alarm System modification | $100 | Superstition Fire & Medical District, Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application fee schedule |
| Third-Party Plan Review (Stantec, Section I projects) | Not published by SFMD — billed separately and independently by Stantec | SFMD Contractor/Installation/Specialty Permit Application explicitly states Stantec fees are separate and independent from SFMD's own fees; Stantec's fee amount is not published on SFMD's site or application |
Change of Use / Change of Occupancy Permit
VerifiedRequired whenever a commercial building or tenant space's use or occupancy classification changes in Apache Junction — even without any construction or remodeling work — under Apache Junction City Code § 7-1-6(A) and § 7-1-8. Administered by the Division of Building Safety and Inspection using the City's own 'Change of Use' explanation and checklist guidance documents; a compliant change of use results in a new Certificate of Occupancy for the building or space.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- A Change of Use/Occupancy application and a new Certificate of Occupancy are required whenever a commercial building or tenant space's use or occupancy classification changes — even if no construction or remodeling work is proposed — per Apache Junction City Code § 7-1-6(A) (permit required to 'change the occupancy of a building or structure') and § 7-1-8 (no change in occupancy classification without a Certificate of Occupancy)
- Apache Junction classifies commercial buildings/spaces into the same 10 IBC Occupancy Groups (Assembly 'A', Business 'B', Educational 'E', Factory/Industrial 'F', High Hazard 'H', Institutional 'I', Mercantile 'M', Residential 'R', Storage 'S', Utility/Miscellaneous 'U', several with numbered subgroups); a use change that shifts a building into a different classification can trigger new code-compliance requirements (e.g., fire sprinklers) that the existing building or space must be verified to meet before a new Certificate of Occupancy is issued
- Required submittal per the City's Change of Use or Occupancy Checklist (rev. 8/28/2019): a site plan (building/space location, parking, accessible route, address/suite number, current zoning, property owner's name/address) and an architectural plan showing current/existing and proposed occupancy group and occupancy load, building construction type, fire sprinkler and fire alarm data, existing and proposed floor plans, exiting/egress details (number, travel distance, exit signage, emergency lighting, locks/latching), restroom configuration, and adjacent uses if in a multi-tenant location
- For buildings predating Apache Junction's 1985 incorporation and code adoption, the City will honor an existing (Pinal County-era) use if it can be established that the use has been continuous and the building has been maintained in a safe condition since 1985
- Failure to obtain a new Certificate of Occupancy before changing use is a City Code violation and can result in an order to close or cease use of the structure plus fines
- Apply through the City of Apache Junction Building Division, electronically via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO), consistent with other City building permit types
Required documents
- RequiredChange of Use Permit ApplicationSubmitted via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)
- Required"Change of Use" Explanation (Understanding Change of Use or Occupancy for Existing Buildings or Spaces, rev. 8/28/2019)City of Apache Junction guidance document explaining the 10 IBC occupancy groups and why a use/occupancy change triggers current-code compliance review
- Required"Change of Use" Checklist for Permit (rev. 8/28/2019)City of Apache Junction checklist specifying the required site plan and architectural plan submittal content
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Occupancy (no work proposed or required) | $150 per request | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Occupancy |
| Certificate of Occupancy — New Commercial (replacement, or requested more than 8 days after final) | $100 per request | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Occupancy |
| Certificate of Occupancy — Tenant Improvement (replacement, or requested more than 8 days after final) | $80 per request | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Certificate of Completion — Commercial Shell (replacement, or requested more than 8 days after final) | $80 per request | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (maximum 30 days; no more than 2 renewals) | $200 per request | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction / Addition)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial buildings (including new commercial shell buildings and new multi-family construction of three or more units) and for additions to existing commercial buildings in Apache Junction, per the City's 'New/Addition Commercial Construction Building Application Guide' (rev. 6/15/2020). Reviewed against the 2018 IBC and other codes adopted by the City. Tenant improvement build-out, interior/exterior remodels, change of use, roof replacement, and related scopes are NOT folded into this permit — the City runs those through a distinctly different guide with its own required-materials checklist and its own valuation-based fee lines (10% and 25% of valuation, versus 1.20% here), confirmed by the City's own published fee table and application guides; see the companion 'commercial-tenant-improvement-permit' entry for that separate process.
Verified 2026-07-29 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for a new commercial building, a new commercial shell building, new multi-family construction of 3 or more units, or an addition to an existing commercial building
- All applications must be submitted electronically through the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) system; a public kiosk with a USB-drive workflow is available at 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Building D for applicants needing accommodation
- Construction Plans (combined into a single PDF, ARCH 'C' 18x24, ARCH 'D' 24x36, or ARCH 'E' 36x48 format, natively CAD-generated and flattened to a single layer) must include a title sheet, scaled site plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, building cross sections, roof plan, roof/truss framing, structural plans, detail sheets, mechanical/plumbing/electrical plans, and building energy-efficiency compliance information
- The guide's own title-sheet requirement lists applicable codes as: 2018 IBC, 2015 IFC, 2010 ADA, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IECC, and 2017 NEC — note this guide text cites '2015 IFC' while the City's separately published 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice states the 2018 IFC is currently adopted; this discrepancy between the two City-published documents is reported here rather than silently resolved
- Soils report (by a geotechnical firm), truss manufacturer engineering/layout (required at submittal for truss roof systems), and structural calculations (by a registered design professional) are required as additional documentation unless a DBS staff member excludes them in writing
- Acknowledgement Form is required for all applications
- Construction hours are limited to 5:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday (April 15-Oct 15) and 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday (Oct 16-April 14); 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on weekends/City holidays year-round, and this restriction must be stated on the plan title sheet
- A permit application expires 120 days after the date of last city-initiated contact/plan review/request for information (longer than the 90-day residential expiration); an issued commercial building permit expires if an inspection is not passed within every 180 days of issuance (longer than the 120-day residential interval)
- Payment of fees is due within 2 business days of city acceptance of the application, or the application is rejected
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Building Permit ApplicationSubmitted electronically via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
- RequiredNew/Addition Commercial Construction Building Application Guide (rev. 6/15/2020)City of Apache Junction guide and Required Application Materials Checklist for new commercial buildings, new commercial shell buildings, new multi-family (3+ units), and commercial additions
- RequiredConstruction Plans (single combined PDF)Title sheet, scaled site plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, cross sections, roof plan, roof/truss framing, structural plans, mechanical/plumbing/electrical plans, and detail sheets prepared per the Guide's Construction Plan Preparation Requirements
- RequiredAcknowledgement FormRequired for all commercial building permit applications per the Guide checklist
- OptionalSoils ReportPrepared by a geotechnical firm; may be provided as a separate document unless excluded in writing by DBS staff
- OptionalTruss Plan (manufacturer engineering and layout)Required at submittal for truss roof systems
- OptionalStructural CalculationsPrepared by a registered design professional
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Commercial Building | 1.20% of total valuation ($300 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Commercial (Industrial); valuation determined per the August 2018 ICC Building Valuation Data table, based on proposed occupancy and construction type, multiplied by square footage of each floor under roof |
| Commercial Building Shell Only | 1.20% of 80% of total valuation ($300 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Building Foundation Only (not deducted from the building permit fee) | 1.20% of 15% of total valuation ($300 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Addition | 1.10% of total valuation ($300 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial (Industrial) Technology Fee | 3.5% of building permit fee ($750 maximum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
| GIS Fee (all new building or addition permits) | $25 | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for tenant improvement build-out, interior and exterior commercial remodels, change of use with proposed work, commercial roof replacement, commercial kitchen ventilation exhaust system (CKVES/Type I hood) installation, and above-ground flammable/combustible storage tank installation in Apache Junction. Confirmed as a genuinely distinct permitting process from new commercial building/shell construction: the City publishes a separate 'Commercial Remodel/Misc. Construction Building Application Guide' (rev. 7/17/2020) — distinguished from the 'New/Addition Commercial Construction Guide' by a shorter, more conditional required-materials checklist (site plan, exterior elevations, and roof plan required only 'if/as applicable' rather than mandatory) — and a distinct, higher percentage-of-valuation fee schedule (10-25% of total valuation) rather than the new-construction 1.20% rate. Restaurant/food-service or bar tenant improvements, and Type I commercial hood installs, are further routed to their own supplemental guides.
Verified 2026-07-29 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for Commercial Interior Remodel, Tenant Improvement Buildout, Tenant Improvement Vanilla/Minor, Change of Use (with work proposed), Commercial Roof Replacement, Commercial Exterior Remodel, Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Exhaust System (CKVES/Type I hood), and Above Ground Flammable or Combustible Storage Tank installation
- A food service facility (restaurant, deli, catering/food truck commissary) or a bar going into a building or space that has not previously had food service or alcohol sales must instead follow the City's separate Restaurant Tenant Improvement Supplemental Guide
- A CKVES (Type I hood) project must additionally follow the City's Commercial Hood Supplemental Guide
- The guide's own title-sheet requirement lists applicable codes as: 2018 IBC, 2015 IFC, 2010 ADA, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IECC, and 2017 NEC — the same code citation (including the '2015 IFC' reference) as the New/Addition Commercial Construction Guide; the City's separately published 'Currently Adopted Building Codes' notice states the 2018 IFC is currently adopted
- Unlike the new-construction guide, a site plan, exterior elevations, and roof plan are required only 'if applicable'/'as applicable' given the more limited scope of remodel/TI work; floor plans, building cross sections, mechanical/plumbing/electrical plans, and energy-compliance information remain required
- All applications must be submitted electronically through the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) system
- Acknowledgement Form is required for all applications
- A permit application expires 120 days after the date of last city-initiated contact/plan review/request for information; an issued permit expires if an inspection is not passed within every 180 days of issuance
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Permit ApplicationSubmitted electronically via the MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) online permit system
- RequiredCommercial Remodel/Misc. Construction Building Application Guide (rev. 7/17/2020)City of Apache Junction guide and Required Application Materials Checklist for commercial interior remodel, tenant improvement buildout/vanilla, change of use, roof replacement, exterior remodel, CKVES, and above-ground storage tank projects
- RequiredConstruction Plans (single combined PDF)Title sheet, floor plans, building cross sections, mechanical/plumbing/electrical plans, and detail/site/elevation/roof sheets as applicable, per the Guide's Construction Plan Preparation Requirements
- RequiredAcknowledgement FormRequired for all commercial remodel/TI permit applications per the Guide checklist
- OptionalConstruction Specifications / Tank Cut Sheets / ADA 20% EvaluationAdditional documentation, provided as applicable to the specific project scope (e.g., tank cut sheets for storage tank installs, ADA 20%-of-valuation accessibility evaluation for qualifying alteration projects)
- OptionalRestaurant Tenant Improvement Supplemental GuideRequired in addition to the base Guide for a food-service facility or bar going into a space with no prior food-service/alcohol use
- OptionalCommercial Hood Supplemental GuideRequired in addition to the base Guide for a CKVES (Type I hood) installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant Improvement (TI) — Vanilla/Minor work | 10% of total valuation ($225 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Commercial (Industrial); valuation per the August 2018 ICC Building Valuation Data table |
| Tenant Improvement/Shell Buildout (TI) | 25% of total valuation ($300 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Remodel — Interior | 20% of total valuation | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Remodel — Exterior (4 inspections) | $400 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Roof Replacement (valuation calculated using 10% of occupancy 'U', Type VB) | Total valuation ($225 minimum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial Kitchen Ventilation and Exhaust System — Type 1 Hood (not part of another permit, 3 inspections) | $355 flat | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1 |
| Commercial (Industrial) Technology Fee | 3.5% of building permit fee ($750 maximum) | Apache Junction City Code, Vol. I, Ch. 4, Art. 4-4, § 4-4-1, Technology and GIS Fees |
Sources & verification
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