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Casa Grande building permits
VerifiedCasa Grande, Arizona — as published 2026-07-06.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Arizona has NO statewide mandatory building code floor for general construction — code adoption is a per-city/county authority under state enabling statutes (A.R.S. Title 9). The City of Casa Grande runs its own Planning & Development Department / Development Center and independently adopts and administers its own construction codes under Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Casa Grande Code of Ordinances; it does not defer permitting to Pinal County. Source: City of Casa Grande Building page (casagrandeaz.gov/231/Building) and Casa Grande Code of Ordinances Title 15.2018 International Building Code (IBC), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments (Casa Grande Code of Ordinances § 15.08.010), made a public record by Resolution No. 5170. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (Building Department, rev. 11/8/2024) and Casa Grande Code of Ordinances § 15.08.010, International Building Code.2018 International Residential Code (IRC), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments under Title 15. Climatic and geographic design criteria (IRC Table R301.2(1)) are published separately by the Building Department. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Fire Code (IFC), adopted by reference as the City's uniform fire code under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) governs residential and commercial energy-efficiency requirements. Residential energy efficiency design minimums published by the Building Department include: new/replacement HVAC sized per ACCA Manual J & S (gas furnaces/boilers 80% AFUE minimum; air conditioners and heat pumps 14 SEER minimum); duct insulation per ACCA Manual D (R-8 within attics/exterior, R-6 within other portions); common insulation values of R-13 walls, R-38 ceilings, U-0.40 windows, R-0 crawlspace/slab-on-grade, R-3 water/refrigerant lines. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), adopted by reference under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), adopted by reference under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2017 National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA 70), adopted by reference with City of Casa Grande amendments (note: electrical code cycle is one edition behind the 2018 ICC set). Arc-fault and tamper-resistant outlet protection is required at most locations per the 2017 NEC. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).NFPA 99 Standards for Health Care Facilities, adopted by reference under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2009 ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, adopted by reference under Title 15. Source: City of Casa Grande Quick Codes Design Criteria Handout (rev. 11/8/2024).2019 City of Casa Grande Building and Technical Administrative Code (CG-BTAC), made a public record by Resolution No. 5170, with a 2022 Amendment made a public record by Resolution No. 5397. This locally-authored administrative code governs permit administration, fees cross-references, and technical amendments layered on top of the adopted ICC model codes. Source: City of Casa Grande Building and Technical Administrative Code, 2019 Edition (casagrandeaz.gov/DocumentCenter, Resolution 5170) and Casa Grande Code of Ordinances § 15.04.010.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction in the City of Casa Grande. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC and City of Casa Grande amendments under Title 15, plus the City's Building and Technical Administrative Code (CG-BTAC, 2019 Edition as amended 2022). Applications are submitted at the Development Center (510 E. Florence Blvd.).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction within Casa Grande city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC and City of Casa Grande amendments, including the Quick Codes Design Criteria (115 mph ultimate wind speed, Exposure C; Seismic Design Category B; 34°F winter design temperature; heavy termite potential requiring a certificate of soil treatment; 0-inch frost line depth)
- Structural design criteria for buildings under the IBC must be performed in accordance with IBC Chapter 16, ASCE 7-16, and a project-specific geotechnical investigation (design criteria must be site-specific)
- Owner may act as their own contractor via a signed owner-builder affidavit, or must use Arizona-licensed contractors
- Building Permit Application submitted to the Development Center; review of the project does not commence until the plan review fee has been paid in full
- A City business license is required to conduct business at the permitted location
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCity of Casa Grande Building Permit Application, submitted to the Development Center at 510 E. Florence Blvd.
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanLot dimensions, easements, setbacks, and structure locations
- RequiredConstruction Drawings and Structural CalculationsSite-specific structural design per IBC Chapter 16 / ASCE 7-16 and project geotechnical investigation
- OptionalQuick Codes Design Criteria ReferenceCity of Casa Grande Building Department reference handout (rev. 11/8/2024) listing IRC Table R301.2(1) climatic/geographic design criteria and ACCA Manual J design criteria to be referenced on plan cover sheets
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Residential Minimum Fee ($1-$1,000 valuation) | $60.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (effective 7/1/2025), Building Permit Fees, Residential and Commercial Construction table |
| Building Permit Fee — $1,001-$10,000 valuation | $100.00 for first $1,000, plus $10.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $10,000 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $10,001-$50,000 valuation | $240.00 for first $10,000, plus $9.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $50,000 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $50,001-$200,000 valuation | $600.00 for first $50,000, plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $200,000 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $200,001-$1,000,000 valuation | $1,800.00 for first $200,000, plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $1,000,000 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $1,000,001-$10,000,000 valuation | $7,400.00 for first $1,000,000, plus $6.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $10,000,000 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — over $10,000,000 valuation | $61,400.00 for first $10,000,000, plus $5.00 for each additional $1,000 on the total project valuation | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule; Maximum Building Permit Fee is capped at $150,000.00 regardless of valuation |
| Residential Standard Plan Review | 65% of the construction value per the ICC valuation table or a signed construction contract | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Basic Plan Review Services |
| Occupancy Permit | $100.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Minor Alteration Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, and other alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings in Casa Grande. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted and amended by the City. Classified as 'Addition/Alterations' on the City's A.R.S. § 9-835 review timeframe chart.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for room additions, remodels, and alterations to existing single- and two-family residences
- Detached accessory structures 200 sq ft or less (residential) with no utility connections (electric, water, sewer) do not require a building permit, but Planning Department approval is still required for size/height/setback compliance
- Site Plan Review fee applies for new construction and additions to Single Family and Duplex properties, and separately for Residential Accessory Structures 200 sq ft or less
- Plans must comply with City of Casa Grande Design Criteria (115 mph Vult wind, Exposure C; Seismic Design Category B)
- Owner may self-contract via signed owner-builder affidavit or must use Arizona-licensed contractors
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted to the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
- RequiredSite/Plot PlanShowing existing structure, addition footprint, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Site Plan Review — New construction and additions, Single Family and Duplex | $150.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Basic Plan Review Services |
| Site Plan Review — Residential Accessory Structure, 200 sq ft or less | $50.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee (Addition/Remodel, Based on Valuation) | Per the Residential and Commercial Construction valuation table (Residential Minimum Fee $60.00 for $1-$1,000; scaling tiers to $150,000 maximum fee) | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Building Permit Fees — same valuation table as new construction, based on the value of the addition/remodel work or a signed contract, whichever is less |
| Residential Deferred Plan Review | $75.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Minor Revisions of Plans after Permit Issuance, Residential | $25.00 per page | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Casa Grande, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted and amended by the City. Billed as a flat fee per the Consolidated Fee Schedule's 'Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit' category.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for panel work, service changes, wiring, and other hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Casa Grande
- Arc-fault and tamper-resistant outlet protection required at most locations per the 2017 NEC
- Apply at the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted at the Development Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Residential | $75.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit' category (flat fee, single fee line covers electrical/mechanical/plumbing residential trade permits; Show full citationHideCity of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit' category (flat fee, single fee line covers electrical/mechanical/plumbing residential trade permits; a prior 'Low Voltage' sub-line was struck through/removed in the FY2026 schedule) |
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Commercial | $300.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Gas and Electric Reconnect Inspection | $40.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Inspection Charges |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Casa Grande, governed by the 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted and amended by the City. Includes gas line repair/replacement, which requires City inspection before the gas utility restores service.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, and gas piping
- Governed by the 2018 IPC and 2018 IFGC as adopted by the City of Casa Grande
- Gas water heaters require high/low combustion air supply at a rate of 1 sq in per 2,000 Btu (Quick Codes handout)
- Gas line repair/replacement requires a City permit and inspection before the gas company will restore service; submit a sketch showing line location, depth, pipe size, and materials
- Apply at the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted at the Development Center
- OptionalGas line sketchRequired for gas line repair/replacement permits: line location, depth, pipe size, and materials
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Residential | $75.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (consolidated flat-fee category covering residential plumbing/electrical/mechanical single-trade permits) |
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Commercial | $300.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Gas and Electric Reconnect Inspection | $40.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Inspection Charges |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Casa Grande, governed by the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted and amended by the City. New and replacement HVAC equipment must be sized per ACCA Manual J & S with minimum efficiency thresholds published by the Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-06 · 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 Casa Grande
- New and replacement HVAC must be sized per ACCA Manual J & S: gas furnaces and boilers minimum 80% AFUE; air conditioners and heat pumps minimum 14 SEER
- Duct sizing/insulation per ACCA Manual D: R-8 within attics or exterior of building, R-6 within other portions of the building
- Attic/crawl space venting requires 1 sq ft of vent per 150 sq ft of space served
- Apply at the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Mechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted at the Development Center
- RequiredACCA Manual J & S Load CalculationsRequired for sizing new or replacement HVAC equipment per the City's Residential Energy Efficiency Design Minimums
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Residential | $75.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (consolidated flat-fee category covering residential mechanical/electrical/plumbing single-trade permits) |
| Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Permit — Commercial | $300.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial re-roofing in Casa Grande, governed by the 2018 IBC/IRC roofing provisions. The City offers both an in-person-inspection track and a lower-cost drone-inspection track, each billed as a flat fee inclusive of plan review.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for re-roofing (Casa Grande does not publish a like-for-like no-permit exemption comparable to some other Arizona cities; confirm scope-specific exemptions directly with the Development Center)
- Maximum of two layers of roof covering permitted; no more than two total layers of any roofing material may be applied
- Ice barrier underlayment is not required per the City's adopted design criteria (consistent with Casa Grande's desert climate — no ice-shield requirement)
- Applicant chooses between an in-person building inspection track or a drone building inspection track at time of permit application; both include plan review in the flat fee
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Re-Roofing)Submitted at the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
- RequiredRoof plan/material listingExisting framing, square footage, existing material/weight, proposed material/weight, and roof slope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing permit requiring in-person building inspections (includes plan review) | $125.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Building Permit Fees section |
| Roofing permit requiring drone building inspections (includes plan review) | $400.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) / Battery ESS Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop residential solar photovoltaic systems (or battery energy storage systems) in Casa Grande. Solar permits are billed as a flat fee under the Solar System Permits category of the Consolidated Fee Schedule, drawn from the Building Permit Fee table. Applications are processed through the Land Use Application Processing system as 'Solar (Photovoltaic or Battery/ESS)'.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Residential solar photovoltaic and battery/ESS systems require a building/electrical permit reviewed under the 2017 NEC and 2018 IBC/IRC as adopted by the City of Casa Grande
- Construction plans required: site plan, roof layout, racking layout, attachment details, and electrical one-line diagram
- Cut sheets required for PV panels, inverters, and racking/mounting system
- Apply via the City's online Land Use Application Processing system, listed under 'Solar (Photovoltaic or Battery/ESS)'
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit ApplicationCity of Casa Grande solar/battery-ESS permit application, submitted via the Land Use Application Processing system or at the Development Center
- RequiredConstruction plan setSite plan, roof layout, racking/attachment details, electrical one-line diagram, and manufacturer cut sheets for panels/inverters/racking
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar System Permit — Residential | $200.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Solar System Permits (from building permit fee table)' section — flat fee, distinct from the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee table |
| Solar System Permit — Commercial | $400.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule |
| Refund — Residential solar permit withdrawn before plan review has started | $100.00 refund amount (not the fee itself) | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Refunds for Solar Permits section |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure in Casa Grande. Billed as a flat fee and classified under the Miscellaneous category on the City's A.R.S. § 9-835 review timeframe chart, alongside single-trade permits.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a residential or commercial structure within Casa Grande city limits
- Site plan required showing lot dimensions and location of the building to be demolished, plus other existing structures
- Coordination with Pinal County Air Quality Control District (asbestos/NESHAP requirements) is expected prior to demolition, consistent with Arizona state and federal asbestos abatement rules for structure demolition
- Project is not legally complete until an approved final inspection has occurred
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Demolition)Submitted at the Development Center, 510 E. Florence Blvd.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing the structure to be demolished and other existing structures on the parcel
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit | $100.00 | City of Casa Grande FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Building Permit Fees section (flat fee) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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