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Florence building permits
VerifiedFlorence, Arizona — as published 2026-08-20.
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction — SFR)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential (SFR) construction in the Town of Florence, reviewed against the 2018 IRC and Town of Florence amendments. The Town's Building Permit Application distinguishes 'New Build / SFR - Standard Plan' from 'New Build / SFR - Non-Standard Plan' and 'New Build / MFR (Multi-Family Residential).' Applications are submitted via the SmartGov online Residential Permitting Portal or in person/email for commercial-track submittals.
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Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family and multi-family residential construction within Florence town limits
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC and Town of Florence amendments, including Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (115 mph wind, Exposure C; Seismic Design Category B; 32°F winter design temperature; moderate-to-heavy termite potential; mandatory cooling to 80°F max)
- Termite pretreatment certification required for slab foundations (licensed applicator, Arizona Pest Control Commission rules)
- Submittal via the SmartGov Residential Permitting Portal (twn-florence-az.smartgovcommunity.com) using an applicant/company or homeowner access code, or by email to TOFPermits@FlorenceAZ.gov for commercial submittals
- Required attachments: Permit Application, Inspector Rights and Responsibilities acknowledgment, Owner Authorization Form or Owner Builder Affidavit, Licensed Contractor Written Estimate, Site Plan (property lines, setbacks, structures, streets, north arrow, utilities), Construction/Building Plans — combined into a single PDF
- Plan review fee must be paid in full before review commences
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Community Development Department Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), submitted via the SmartGov portal or in person
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless the applicant is the licensed contractor of record
- RequiredLicensed Contractor Written EstimateRequired submittal attachment per the Town's Building Permit Application packet
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks/distance from property line to existing structures, all structures on the property, streets, north direction, and location of all utilities
- RequiredConstruction / Building PlansFull construction drawing set, combined into a single PDF with the application per submittal requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) | $50 (valuation $1-$500); $50 for the first $500 plus $5 per additional $100 or fraction thereof to $2,000; $125 for the first $2,000 plus $18.35 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to $25,000; $547 for the first $25,000 plus $13.33 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $880 for the first $50,000 plus $12.17 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $1,489 for the first $100,000 plus $8.03 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $4,699 for the first $500,000 plus $7.26 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $8,329 for the first $1,000,000 plus $5 per additional $1,000 thereafter | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Revision 01/15/2025), Section 2, Total Valuation table (page 8/Section 2 continuation) |
| Plan Review Fee (BOV permits) | 65% of the calculated Building/Permit Fee | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; due in full at time of submittal for all BOV permits |
| Certificate of Occupancy, Residential and Commercial, per Residence or Building | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Occupancy Permit Fees |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/additions to plans, 1/2-hour rate) | Actual Cost | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Administrative Fees |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, non-cosmetic remodels, and residential accessory structures (over the 200 sq ft/10 ft wall-height permit-exempt threshold) in Florence, reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted and amended by the Town.
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Requirements
- Building permit required for additions, non-cosmetic remodels, and accessory structures exceeding 200 sq ft floor area / 10 ft wall height (the Town's permit-exempt threshold)
- Purely cosmetic finish work (painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops) does not require a permit
- Building Permit Application lists 'Remodel' and 'Accessory (detached)'/'Addition (attached)' as distinct permit-type checkboxes
- Plans must comply with Town of Florence Design Criteria (115 mph wind, Exposure C; Seismic Design Category B; mandatory 80°F max cooling)
- Residential Accessory Structure plan review fee is a flat $200 rather than percentage-of-valuation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Remodel' or 'Addition (attached)'/'Accessory (detached)' checked, submitted via SmartGov portal or email
- RequiredSite PlanShowing existing structure, addition/accessory-structure footprint, and setbacks
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Accessory Structure (Plan Review) | $200.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Plan Review Fee table |
| Commercial Accessory Structure (Plan Review) | BOV (Based on Valuation, Table 1-A) | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2 |
| Remodel / Addition — Building Permit Fee | Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) — see Residential Building Permit fee table for the valuation chart | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; plan review fee is 65% of the calculated Permit Fee for BOV permits |
| Permit Revision Fee — Residential | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Administrative Fees |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Florence, using the Town's combined MPEW (Mechanical/Plumbing/Electrical/Walls-fences) and Inspection Permit Application. Governed by the National Electrical Code as adopted by the Town (the Town's own published Exhibit A document states both 2017 (§ 150.300 top-level clause) and 2018 (item 17 amendment) editions — see codesAdopted note).
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Requirements
- Electrical permit required for new electrical wiring, service changes, panel work, and utility clearances (Electrical or Gas)
- Applied for on the combined MPEW / Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), selecting 'Electrical' as Permit Type
- All service entry equipment and associated equipment rated 1,000 amps or more must be performance (high-potential) tested when first installed, with a written test record submitted to the Town (NEC Article 230.11, Town of Florence amendment)
- Utility Clearance permits (Electrical or Gas) are processed as Right-of-Way Non-Utility miscellaneous items — over-the-counter with no formal plan review when submitted complete
- Apply via the SmartGov Residential Permitting Portal or email TOFPermits@FlorenceAZ.gov for commercial
Required documents
- RequiredMPEW / Inspection Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Walls/Fences and Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), with 'Electrical' selected as Permit Type
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, structures, streets, north direction, and location of all utilities
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Residential) | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Commercial) | $300.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Florence, using the Town's combined MPEW Permit Application. The Town's own published code-adoption document shows an internal inconsistency on IPC edition (see codesAdopted note): the top-level adoption clause states 2018 IPC while the itemized amendment section separately references a 2012-edition section numbering for two specific amendments.
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Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, and some gas piping
- Applied for on the combined MPEW / Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), selecting 'Plumbing' as Permit Type
- Water heater pan required in attic/furred-space installations where leakage could cause damage (galvanized steel, min. 0.0236 in / No. 24 gage, or listed equivalent per CSA LC3) — Town amendment to § P2801.5
- Sewer depth minimum 12 inches — Town amendment to § P2603.5.1
- Some gas lines are processed as Right-of-Way Non-Utility miscellaneous items (over-the-counter, no formal review) per the Town's review timeline chart
Required documents
- RequiredMPEW / Inspection Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Walls/Fences and Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), with 'Plumbing' selected as Permit Type
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Residential) | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Commercial) | $300.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Florence, governed by the 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted and amended by the Town of Florence. Because the Town mandates cooling capable of 80°F max (IMC § 309.1 amendment), AC/HVAC permits are a common permit type using the combined MPEW Permit Application.
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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 Town of Florence
- Every dwelling unit and guest room must be provided with cooling capable of maintaining 80°F max at 3 ft above the floor (IMC § 309.1 Town amendment; parallels IRC § R303.10 'Required Heating and Cooling')
- Applied for on the combined MPEW / Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), selecting 'Mechanical' as Permit Type
- Guard requirement (IMC § 304.11) does not apply to 1- and 2-family dwellings per Town amendment
Required documents
- RequiredMPEW / Inspection Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Walls/Fences and Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), with 'Mechanical' selected as Permit Type
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Residential) | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
| Utility Permit — Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Gas, etc. (Commercial) | $300.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for most re-roofing work in Florence, using the Town's Building Permit Application ('Roofing' checkbox under Commercial; residential re-roofs are also permitted). Governed by the 2018 IBC/IRC roofing provisions as adopted and amended by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for most re-roofing per the Town's own public guidance ('most re-roofing' is listed among work types typically requiring a permit)
- Building Permit Application includes 'Roof' and 'Roofing' as selectable permit types
- Re-roofing is classified as a Right-of-Way Non-Utility item on the Town's Submittal Review Timelines chart alongside Certificate of Occupancy inspections and utility clearances
- Owner Authorization Form or Owner Builder Affidavit required if applicable
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Roof'/'Roofing' selected
- RequiredLicensed Contractor Written EstimateRequired submittal attachment per the Town's Building Permit Application packet
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roofing — Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) | Based on Valuation — see Residential Building Permit fee table for the full valuation chart | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; no separately itemized flat re-roof fee line was found — re-roofing is billed via the standard BOV Building Permit Fee / Table 1-A valuation chart |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mount residential solar photovoltaic systems in Florence. Governed by the Town's dedicated Photovoltaic-PV System (Solar) Installation Application (Rev 9.11.25) and the statewide solar-permitting standards of A.R.S. § 9-468, which caps required documentation and fees and restricts engineering-stamp requirements for residential PV.
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Requirements
- Photovoltaic-PV System (Solar) Installation Application must specify system size (KW), roof-mount or ground-mount, and utility company
- Per A.R.S. § 9-468: location of the PV installation must be shown on construction plans (roof plan and elevation); panel mounting details required; one-line or three-line electrical diagram required (waivable via a qualified online automated permitting platform); DC-to-AC inverter cut sheets and listings required; the Town may not require a professional engineer's stamp for a residential PV system unless deemed necessary, and must provide written justification if it does
- Solar Plan Review fee is a flat $400 per the current Fee Schedule (distinct from the general utility permit fee)
- Apply via the SmartGov Residential Permitting Portal (residential) or email TOFPermits@FlorenceAZ.gov (commercial)
- Required attachments: Permit Application, Inspector Rights and Responsibilities, Owner Authorization Form/Owner Builder Affidavit, Licensed Contractor Written Estimate, Site Plan, Construction/Building Plans — combined into one PDF
Required documents
- RequiredPhotovoltaic-PV System (Solar) Installation ApplicationTown of Florence Community Development Department Building Safety Division application (Rev 9.11.25), specifying KW size, roof/ground mount, and utility company
- RequiredConstruction Plans (roof plan, elevation, mounting details, electrical diagram)Per A.R.S. § 9-468 statutory content requirements
- RequiredInverter Cut Sheets and ListingsRequired for DC-to-AC conversion equipment per A.R.S. § 9-468
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Plan Review | $400.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure in Florence. Uses the Building Permit Application ('Demolition' checkbox) with distinct flat fees for residential versus commercial demolitions.
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Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a residential or commercial structure within Florence town limits
- Building Permit Application 'Demolition' checkbox selected under the Residential permit-type section
- Owner Authorization Form or Owner Builder Affidavit required
- Site Plan required showing the building to be demolished and other existing structures
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Demolition' selected
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired for demolition permit submittal
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, easements, and location of the building to be demolished plus other existing structures
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Demolitions Permit — Residential | $100.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
| Building Demolitions Permit — Commercial | $200.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
Manufactured Home / Park Model Placement Permit
VerifiedRequired for placement (set) of a manufactured home or park model on a lot in Florence, using the Town's dedicated Manufactured Home Permit Application. Construction/installation standards for the unit itself are regulated by the State of Arizona Office of Manufactured Housing; the Town's permit covers on-site placement, foundation/tie-down, and site compliance.
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Requirements
- Manufactured Home Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) required for placement of a manufactured home
- Manufactured home construction/installation standards are set by the State of Arizona Office of Manufactured Housing (A.R.S. § 41-4001 et seq.); the Town's permit fee follows the most current Office of Manufactured Housing Intergovernmental Agreement
- Park Model Placement is a distinct permit category from a full Manufactured Home Set
- Legal non-conforming RV parks with privately owned lots (existing at code adoption) have specific reduced fire-separation-distance allowances for replacement/new Park Model dwelling units per IRC § R302.1 exceptions
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured Home Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Community Development Department application (Rev 9.11.25) for manufactured home placement
- RequiredSite PlanLot dimensions, setbacks, and placement location
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor/installer
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manufactured Home Set (per most current Office of Manufactured Housing Intergovernmental Agreement) | $450.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
| Park Model Placement | $450.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground and above-ground swimming pools and spas in Florence, governed by the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as adopted by the Town (in its entirety, without revision).
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Requirements
- Permanent pools require a building permit per the Town's own public guidance
- Governed by the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, adopted in its entirety without Town revision
- In-ground/standard pools carry a flat Swimming Pool Standard Plan Review fee; above-ground pools/spas are billed Based on Valuation (Table 1-A)
- Pool barrier and safety requirements apply per the adopted code
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) for pool/spa scope
- RequiredSite PlanPool location, setbacks, and barrier/fencing plan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pool Standard Plan Review | $450.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
| Above-Ground Pool or Spa | BOV (Based on Valuation, Table 1-A) | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Miscellaneous |
| Utility Permit — Pool | BOV (Based on Valuation, Table 1-A) | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees |
EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit
VerifiedFlorence has no dedicated EV charger permit — installation of an electric vehicle charging station (Level 1/2 EVSE) is electrical work and is processed under the same combined MPEW (Mechanical/Plumbing/Electrical/Walls-fences) and Inspection Permit Application used for the electrical-permit entry, billed at the Town's flat Utility Permit fee (Electrical category). No distinct EV-specific fee line appears in the Town's Fee Schedule, whose current figures for the Utility Permit (Electrical) are $75.00 residential / $300.00 commercial.
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Requirements
- Electrical permit required for the EV charger circuit installation (new wiring, dedicated circuit, or panel/service work), same as any other electrical work
- Applied for on the combined MPEW / Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), selecting 'Electrical' as Permit Type
- Governed by the National Electrical Code as adopted by the Town (see electrical-permit entry for edition-year notes)
- Apply via the SmartGov Residential Permitting Portal or email TOFPermits@FlorenceAZ.gov for commercial
- Arizona's statewide solar/PV statute (A.R.S. § 9-468) does not itself address EV charger permitting specifically, but Florence's general electrical permit fee-caps and process apply the same way to EV circuits as to any other electrical scope
Required documents
- RequiredMPEW / Inspection Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Walls/Fences and Inspection Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), with 'Electrical' selected as Permit Type — same form used for EV charger circuit work
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, structures, streets, north direction, and location of all utilities
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Permit — Electrical (applies to EV charger circuit; no distinct EV line), Residential | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees — the same flat fee documented on the electrical-permit entry. |
| Utility Permit — Electrical (applies to EV charger circuit; no distinct EV line), Commercial | $300.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees. |
Commercial Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for permanent commercial/business signage in Florence (wall, monument, projecting, suspended, and awning/canopy signs), applied for on the Town's Building Permit Application ('Sign' checkbox under the COMMERCIAL permit-type section). Signs proposed within the Florence Townsite Historic District carry an additional Historic District Advisory Commission (HDAC) Certificate of Appropriateness / Design Review requirement on top of the standard building permit, governed by Chapter 6 (Design Guidelines for Signs) of the Town's Historic Preservation Design Guidelines.
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Requirements
- Building permit required for permanent signs (set on their own foundation, sunk into the ground, or permanently fastened to/painted on a structure, canopy, or awning); temporary signs do not require a building permit but must still comply with Town Code
- Applied for on the Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Sign' checked under the COMMERCIAL permit-type section
- Sign permits are grouped under 'Commercial New Construction / Tenant Improvement' on the Town's Submittal Review Timelines chart, explicitly alongside plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and hood system work
- Signs within the Florence Townsite Historic District additionally require HDAC review: the Historic Preservation Design Guidelines explicitly list 'Construction or placement of signage in the Florence Townsite Historic District' as requiring a Design Review / Certificate of Appropriateness (COA), which is often a preliminary requirement to obtaining the building permit
- Minor Work COAs (signage that does not alter the property's appearance/character in a way conflicting with the Guidelines) can be approved administratively by Town Planning Staff, sometimes within days; Major Work (new construction, extensive alteration) requires a full HDAC hearing (held monthly)
- Historic District sign design standards (Chapter 6): roof signs and freestanding pole signs are prohibited except for Town-erected historic markers; base sign size should not exceed 1 sq ft per lineal foot of street frontage; small LED signs (4 sq ft or less) are allowed only behind windows; neon is limited similarly unless historically documented as larger; all signs must still separately comply with the Florence Town Code's Sign Regulations
- A Comprehensive Sign Plan (Administrative, $500) is available for multi-tenant/multi-sign commercial developments as an alternative to permitting each sign individually
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Sign' selected under COMMERCIAL
- RequiredSign Plans / Construction DrawingsSign location, dimensions, materials, mounting/foundation details, and illumination/electrical information
- OptionalHistoric District Design Review Application / Certificate of AppropriatenessRequired in addition to the building permit only if the sign is proposed within the Florence Townsite Historic District
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Sign — Building Permit Fee | Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) plus 65% plan review fee — see Residential Building Permit fee table for the full valuation chart | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; Show full citationHideTown of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; no separately itemized flat sign-permit fee line was found in the Fee Schedule — signs are billed via the standard Commercial Building Permit Fee/Table 1-A valuation chart like other Commercial Building Permit Application scopes. This gap is noted honestly rather than an amount being invented. |
| Comprehensive Sign Plan: Administrative | $500.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 5, Use Permits and Signs. Read this table from the PDF page as published rather than a copy-paste - its columns scramble when the text is extracted. |
| Historic District Design Review: Administrative | $350.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 5, Design Review — applies if HDAC/staff Design Review is triggered for signage in the Historic District (Minor Work track) |
| Historic District Design Review: Planning & Zoning (HDAC hearing) | $500.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 5, Design Review — applies for Major Work signage projects requiring a full HDAC hearing |
Fire Sprinkler System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of new automatic fire sprinkler systems, sprinkler system modifications/tenant improvements, and fire sprinkler monitoring systems in Florence. Reviewed and inspected directly by the Town's own Florence Fire/Medical Department (520-868-7609) — Florence maintains its own fire department and does not defer fire construction plan review to Pinal County. Uses a dedicated Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025) distinct from the Fire Alarm Permit Application, with its own tiered fee structure.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025) required for new fire sprinkler installations, system modifications/tenant improvements, and monitoring systems, submitted electronically to tofpermits@florenceaz.gov
- Fire Sprinkler Submittal Checklist (2024) must accompany the application: scaled plans (minimum 1/8" = 1'), system type (NFPA 13, 13R, or 13D), hydraulic calculations, riser/standpipe details, sprinkler make/type/model/K-factor, freeze protection, and an engineer's stamp
- Name and number of a NICET-certified designer and the installing contractor's Arizona ROC number are required
- Underground fire line construction (the supply piping serving the system) requires a SEPARATE Underground Fire Line Construction Permit — not covered by the Fire Sprinkler Permit itself
- Owner Authorization Form and an Inspections Applicability Rights and Responsibilities acknowledgment (per A.R.S. § 9-833 A) are required
- Plans are accepted in Black and White only; color requires prior approval from fire review staff
- Grouped under the Town's dedicated 'Fire Review' category on the Submittal Review Timelines chart (fire sprinklers, fire alarms, hood systems, tents, fireworks sales)
Required documents
- RequiredFire Sprinkler Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025), specifying system type (NFPA 13/13R/13D), square footage, and standpipe/in-rack sprinkler scope
- RequiredFire Sprinkler Submittal ChecklistTown of Florence Fire Sprinkler Submittal Checklist (2024) — itemized required plan content, signed by applicant
- RequiredInspections; Applicability Rights and ResponsibilitiesA.R.S. § 9-833 A inspection-rights acknowledgment, signed by applicant
- RequiredOwner Authorization FormRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor of record
- RequiredFire Sprinkler Plans and Data SheetsHydraulic calculations, riser diagrams, and NFPA 13/13R/13D-compliant design documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Commercial Fire Sprinkler System | $300.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 2 inspections. Town of Florence Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025), Permit Fees section. |
| Fire Sprinkler Tenant Improvement | $175.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 1 inspection. Town of Florence Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025). |
| New Residential Fire Sprinkler System | $250.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 2 fire inspections. Town of Florence Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025). |
| Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System | $250.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 1 fire inspection. Town of Florence Fire Sprinkler Permit Application (2025). |
| Fire Sprinkler (Town-wide Fee Schedule line item — DISCREPANCY, see note) | $300.00 flat | The Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees lists a single flat $300 'Fire Sprinkler' line, which does not match the four-tier fee structure in the Fire… Show full citationHideThe Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees lists a single flat $300 'Fire Sprinkler' line, which does not match the four-tier fee structure in the Fire Department's own 2025 Fire Sprinkler Permit Application shown above. Both are reproduced as the Town publishes them. Use the Fire Department's 2025 permit application as the more specific and current source for the amount that will apply to your scope, and read the fee schedule from the published page rather than copying its text — that table's columns do not extract cleanly. |
Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of new fire alarm systems, fire alarm system modifications/tenant improvements, and dedicated-function fire sprinkler monitoring FACUs in Florence. Reviewed and inspected directly by the Town's own Florence Fire/Medical Department (520-868-7609) — Florence maintains its own fire department and does not defer fire construction plan review to Pinal County. Uses a dedicated Fire Alarm Permit Application (2025), a distinct product/form from the Fire Sprinkler Permit with its own fee tiers.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Fire Alarm Permit Application (2025) required for new fire alarm installations, system modifications/tenant improvements, and fire sprinkler monitoring systems (dedicated function FACU), submitted electronically to tofpermits@florenceaz.gov
- Fire Alarm Submittal Checklist (2024) must accompany the application: scaled floor plan, occupancy classification/load, device and notification-appliance locations (with candela ratings), wiring/riser diagrams, sequence of operation, battery calculations, and an engineer's stamp
- Plans must be designed to 2016 NFPA 72 and 2017 NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), or a more current standard
- Name and number of a NICET-certified designer and the installing contractor's Arizona ROC number are required
- Owner Authorization Form and an Inspections Applicability Rights and Responsibilities acknowledgment (per A.R.S. § 9-833 A) are required
- Plans are accepted in Black and White only; color requires prior approval from fire review staff
- Grouped under the Town's dedicated 'Fire Review' category on the Submittal Review Timelines chart (fire sprinklers, fire alarms, hood systems, tents, fireworks sales)
Required documents
- RequiredFire Alarm Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Fire Alarm Permit Application (2025), specifying new installation, modification/tenant improvement, or fire sprinkler monitoring system (dedicated FACU) scope
- RequiredFire Alarm Submittal ChecklistTown of Florence Fire Alarm Submittal Checklist (2024) — itemized required plan content, signed by applicant
- RequiredInspections; Applicability Rights and ResponsibilitiesA.R.S. § 9-833 A inspection-rights acknowledgment, signed by applicant
- RequiredOwner Authorization FormRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor of record
- RequiredFire Alarm Plans and Data SheetsRiser diagrams, wiring/battery calculations, and NFPA 72/70-compliant design documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New or Monitoring Fire Alarm System | $250.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 1 fire inspection. Source: Town of Florence Fire Alarm Permit Application (2025), Permit Fees section. |
| Fire Alarm Tenant Improvement System | $200.00 | Fee includes 1 plan review and 1 fire inspection. Town of Florence Fire Alarm Permit Application (2025). |
| Fire Alarm (Town-wide Fee Schedule line item — DISCREPANCY, see note) | $150.00 flat | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees lists a single flat $150 'Fire Alarm' line, which does not match the Fire Department's own 2025 Fire Alarm Permit… Show full citationHideTown of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Utility Permit Fees lists a single flat $150 'Fire Alarm' line, which does not match the Fire Department's own 2025 Fire Alarm Permit Application's two-tier fee structure above. Both are reproduced as published rather than silently reconciled, since the Town does not reconcile them itself. The Fire Department's own current 2025 permit-specific application is the more specific and current source for actual fee amounts by scope, so price from that and confirm with the Town. |
Change of Occupancy Permit
VerifiedFlorence's real local equivalent of a 'change of use' permit: the Town's Building Permit Application lists 'Change of Occupancy' as its own distinct checkbox — separate from 'Certificate of Occupancy' — under BOTH the RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL permit-type sections, with dedicated Existing Use / New Use fields on the application itself. It is not a standalone application form; it is a scope selected on the same Building Permit Application used for new construction, additions, and remodels.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required when a building or tenant space's use/occupancy classification changes (e.g., retail to restaurant, office to assembly), applied for by checking 'Change of Occupancy' on the Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) — available under both the RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL sections of the form
- Application requires stating both the Existing Use and the New Use, plus whether the space has fire sprinklers, in the COMMERCIAL fields section
- Reviewed against the 2018 IBC/IEBC (International Existing Building Code, adopted in its entirety without Town revision) and applicable Town of Florence amendments for the new occupancy classification
- A new Certificate of Occupancy ($75) is issued once the change-of-occupancy review and any required inspections are complete
- Distinct from a Tenant Improvement permit (physical build-out work) — a Change of Occupancy can be required even without physical construction, whenever the classified use of the space changes
- Historic Preservation Design Guidelines separately flag 'Proposed occupancy or use of any commercial or industrial building or site that has been vacant for six (6) months or more' as requiring Historic District Design Review if the property is within the Florence Townsite Historic District
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) with 'Change of Occupancy' selected (Residential or Commercial), stating Existing Use and New Use
- RequiredSite Plan / Floor PlanExisting floor plan and any proposed layout changes supporting the new occupancy classification
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless applicant is the licensed contractor
- OptionalHistoric District Design Review ApplicationRequired in addition to the building permit only if the property is within the Florence Townsite Historic District and has been vacant 6+ months before the new occupancy/use
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Occupancy — Building Permit Fee | Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) plus 65% plan review fee — see Residential Building Permit fee table for the full valuation chart | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; Show full citationHideTown of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; no separately itemized flat 'Change of Occupancy' fee line was found in the Fee Schedule — it is billed via the same standard Building Permit Fee/Table 1-A valuation chart used for other Building Permit Application scopes on the same form. This gap is noted honestly rather than an amount being invented. |
| Certificate of Occupancy, Residential and Commercial, per Residence or Building | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Occupancy Permit Fees — issued once the change-of-occupancy review/inspections are complete |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction and for interior/exterior alterations to existing commercial buildings in Florence, reviewed against the 2018 IBC and Town of Florence amendments plus ICC A117.1 (2010) accessibility standards. Tenant improvement work is folded into this same process rather than being a separate permit type: the Town's single Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25) has a 'COMMERCIAL' section with distinct 'New Build' and 'Tenant Improvement' checkboxes, but both are billed identically (Based-on-Valuation Building Permit Fee plus 65% plan review) and reviewed on the same track. The Town's own Submittal Review Timelines chart does list 'Commercial Tenant Improvement' and 'Commercial New Construction' as two separately named rows, but assigns them the identical review window.
Verified 2026-07-29 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new commercial building construction ('New Build' checkbox) and for changes, alterations, upgrades, and repairs to the interior or exterior of a commercial building ('Tenant Improvement' checkbox) — both on the COMMERCIAL section of the same Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25)
- Per the Town's own Project Assessment/Commercial Site Inspection packet: 'Changes, alterations, upgrades, and repairs to the interior or exterior of a commercial building will require an application for a building permit... Permit fees are based on the valuation of the work performed' — confirming tenant improvement work uses the standard valuation-based Building Permit Fee, not a separate fee schedule
- Reviewed against the 2018 IBC (Town of Florence Code of Ordinances § 150.300(A)(1)) and Town amendments, plus ICC A117.1, 2010 Edition (§ 150.300(A)(12)), adopted in its entirety without revision
- Commercial-specific application fields (distinct from the Residential section of the same form): Sq Ft (Existing), Sq Ft (Added), Fire Sprinklers (Yes/No), Type of Construction, Existing Use, New Use, and Valuation
- Commercial submittals are emailed to TOFPermits@FlorenceAZ.gov (the SmartGov online portal is for Residential submittals only) or delivered in person (no rolled plans; 1-sided 8.5x11 paper only)
- The Town's Submittal Review Timelines chart caps its standard 20/15-business-day 'Commercial New Construction' track at 'Construction of a new commercial building under 50K SF, solar farms under 20MW' — the chart does not specify a distinct track for buildings at or above that threshold, and per the chart's own footnote, these timeframes 'do not apply to submittals that require approval through the Planning and Zoning Commission and/or Town Council'
- An optional, no-fee Project Assessment meeting (Zoning, Building Safety, Fire Safety, and Engineering/Public Works staff) can be requested before formal submittal, scheduled on a Thursday at least 5 business days after the request; findings are valid for 6 months
- An optional, no-fee, one-time Commercial Site Inspection (Building Safety Division and Fire Marshal) can be requested via the Building Permit Application, scheduled within 5 business days after the Project Assessment meeting, to provide a general code-deficiency walkthrough before formal submittal
- A Certificate of Occupancy, requiring sign-off from both the Building Safety Division and the Fire Department, is required before the building may be occupied
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Florence Building Permit Application (Rev 9.11.25), COMMERCIAL section, with 'New Build' or 'Tenant Improvement' selected as appropriate
- RequiredConstruction / Building PlansFull construction drawing set, combined into a single PDF with the application per submittal requirements
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, structures, streets, north direction, and location of all utilities
- RequiredOwner Authorization Form / Owner Builder AffidavitRequired unless the applicant is the licensed contractor of record
- RequiredLicensed Contractor Written EstimateRequired submittal attachment per the Town's Building Permit Application packet
- OptionalProject Assessment ApplicationOptional, no-fee pre-submittal application to request a Project Assessment meeting with Zoning, Building Safety, Fire Safety, and Engineering/Public Works staff; not required to obtain a building permit
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Table 1-A) | Based on Valuation — see Residential Building Permit fee table for the full valuation chart (identical Table 1-A applies to commercial) | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; Show full citationHideTown of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2; confirmed by direct read of the Fee Schedule PDF, which shows no separate commercial-only valuation chart — the same Table 1-A applies. Plan review fee is 65% of the calculated Permit Fee, due in full at time of submittal. |
| Plan Review Fee (BOV permits) | 65% of the calculated Building/Permit Fee | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Fee Structure item 1a; verified by direct read of the raw PDF text |
| Tenant Improvement — Building Permit Fee | Based on the valuation of the work performed (same Table 1-A methodology as new commercial construction) | No separate Tenant Improvement fee line exists in the Fee Schedule; confirmed by the Town's own Project Assessment/Commercial Site Inspection packet, which states under 'TENANT IMPROVEMENTS' and 'FEES': 'Tenant Improvements – Fee based on the valuation of work performed' |
| Permit Revision Fee — Commercial | $150.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Administrative Fees; verified by direct read of the raw PDF text (distinct from the $75 Residential Permit Revision Fee used elsewhere in this record) |
| Certificate of Occupancy, Residential and Commercial, per Residence or Building | $75.00 | Town of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Occupancy Permit Fees, verified by direct read of the raw PDF text. Show full citationHideTown of Florence Fee Schedule (Rev. 01/15/2025), Section 2, Occupancy Permit Fees, verified by direct read of the raw PDF text. NOTE — this conflicts with the Community Development Department's own Project Assessment/Commercial Site Inspection packet, which separately states a $50.00 Certificate of Occupancy fee (with no additional C of O fee if a tenant-improvement building permit was applied for). Both figures are reproduced here verbatim rather than silently resolved; confirm the applicable amount with Community Development (520-868-7575) before budgeting. |
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