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Chino Valley building permits
VerifiedChino Valley, 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 (e.g., A.R.S. Title 9 for municipalities). The Town of Chino Valley's Development Services Department independently adopts and administers its own construction codes under Chapter 150 (Building Regulations; Construction) of the Chino Valley Town Code; it does not defer permitting to Yavapai County. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001, current version hosted on American Legal Publishing (codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/chinovalley).2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C, E, G, I, and J, adopted by reference as the Town's building code (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(A)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments, currently in effect per the live code as last amended by Ordinance No. 2025-959 (passed 11-18-2025). Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(A), amlegal.com (accessed 2026-07-06).2024 International Residential Code (IRC) for one- and two-family dwellings, including Appendices BB, BD, BF, BH, BO, CA, CB, CD, CE, and CF, adopted by reference (§ 150.001(B)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(B).2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), including Appendices B and C, adopted by reference (§ 150.001(C)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(C).2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC), including Appendix A, adopted by reference (§ 150.001(D)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(D).2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), including Appendices D and E, adopted by reference (§ 150.001(E)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(E).2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — NOTE: unlike the other ICC codes, the Town's energy code has NOT been advanced to a newer edition; it remains the 2012 IECC (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(F)), with Town amendments including pre-approved alternative compliance paths (LEED, Energy Star, DOE Res-Check/Comm-Check) and administrative sections cross-referenced to the 2024 IBC. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(F); Town of Chino Valley Building Criteria handout (rev. 01/01/2026), which independently confirms '2012 International Energy Conservation Code' alongside the 2024-edition ICC set.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), adopted by reference (§ 150.001(G)), with Town of Chino Valley amendments, for regulating repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition to, and relocation of existing buildings. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(G).2023 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by reference as the Town's standalone electrical code (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.004), with Town of Chino Valley amendments (electrical code cycle is one edition behind the 2024 ICC set, consistent with typical Arizona NEC adoption lag). Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.004.Fire protection systems are NOT independently regulated under the Town's IBC Chapter 9 — that chapter is deleted and replaced with a cross-reference requiring compliance with the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) and the International Fire Code as adopted and amended by CAFMA from time to time; the Chino Valley Building Official assists CAFMA with inspection, testing, and oversight of fire protection systems. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(A) IBC Section 901 amendment.Accessibility requirements follow the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (U.S. Department of Justice) together with 2024 IBC Appendix E, per the Town's amendment to IBC Section 1102.1. Source: Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(A).Manufactured homes and factory-built buildings: construction/installation standards are regulated by the State of Arizona (Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety / Office of Manufactured Housing); the Town issues a separate MFH Building Permit for placement, foundation, driveway, and site requirements, including a minimum 12-foot width, 400 sq ft of livable space, and a construction date after June 15, 1976 for used units. Source: Town of Chino Valley MFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026).
Permit types & fees
Residential Single-Family Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residence construction in the Town of Chino Valley. Reviewed against the currently adopted 2024 IRC/IBC and Town of Chino Valley amendments (Chino Valley Town Code Chapter 150). Applications are submitted through the CitizenServe online portal.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family residence construction within Chino Valley town limits
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC and Town of Chino Valley Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (105 mph wind, Exposure C; Seismic Design Category C; 43 psf ground snow load; 18-inch frost depth)
- Complete detailed plan set required: foundation, floor, elevations, building sections, roof, braced wall lines, structural calculations if applicable, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical
- Truss calculations with layout sheet, completed REScheck, and Manuals S, J, and D required
- Structural plans for metal buildings and/or any single-story structure with walls higher than 10 feet (including RV garages) must be sealed by an engineer licensed by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
- Authorization to Construct Septic Permit from Yavapai County required (or a completed Residential Utilities Application if town services are available)
- Contractor State Bond Exemption required for job values over $50,000; owner/builders performing their own work must complete an 'Exempt from Licensing' form
- Submittal via the CitizenServe online portal (citizenserve.com/chinovalleyaz)
- Construction must begin within 180 days of permit issuance, with substantial progress demonstrated every 180 days thereafter or the permit expires
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Submitted through the CitizenServe online portal (citizenserve.com/chinovalleyaz)
- RequiredResidential Single-Family Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)Town of Chino Valley Development Services checklist covering plan set, site plan, septic authorization, structural/truss calculations, REScheck, and Manuals S/J/D
- RequiredSite PlanAll existing/proposed structures, setbacks from property lines and other structures, easements, contours, lot dimensions, utility locations, well, septic tank, and leach lines
- RequiredConstruction Plan Set (foundation, floor, elevations, sections, roof, braced wall lines, structural/truss calculations, MEP)Uploaded to CitizenServe; structural plans for metal buildings or single-story structures with walls over 10 ft require an Arizona-registered engineer's seal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation Based (Single Family Residence) | Valuation set at $80.00 per square foot (Development Services: Building Valuation Table rate), then permit fee computed from the bracketed schedule: $91.14 base (valuation $0-$2,000); $160.59 + $21.27 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $603.04 + $15.34 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $977.69 + $10.63 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $1,509.50 + $8.51 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $4,912.06 + $7.21 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $8,515.13 + $4.78 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 (Resolution No. 2026-1300), 'Development Services: Building' and 'Development Services: Building Valuation Table' sections; base rate and per-increment figures increase by CPI each year on July 1, starting in 2026 |
| Plan Review Fee (Single Family Residence) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section; non-refundable deposit collected at submittal, balance/reconciliation at issuance |
| Additional Plan Review Required by Changes to Approved Plans | $50.00 per hour | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
Residential Accessory Structure / Remodel / Addition Permit
VerifiedRequired for accessory structures, remodels, and additions to existing one- and two-family dwellings in the Town of Chino Valley, reviewed against the currently adopted 2024 IRC/IBC and Town of Chino Valley amendments.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for residential accessory structures, remodels, and additions; not required for decks 30 inches or less above grade with under 120 sq ft of surface area, or retaining walls 32 inches or less in height (per Town's amended IBC/IRC § 105.2/R105.2)
- Complete detailed plan set required: foundation, floor, elevations, building sections, roof, braced wall lines, structural calculations if applicable, electrical, plumbing, mechanical if applicable
- Site plan showing all existing/proposed structures, setbacks, easements, lot dimensions, contours, utility locations, well, septic tank, and leach lines
- Existing septic plot plan required if a septic system already exists (obtained from Yavapai County Department of Environmental Services)
- Truss calculations with layout sheet; Manuals S, J, and D required
- Metal buildings and/or single-story structures with bearing walls exceeding 10 feet in height (including RV garages) require a separate braced-wall-line sheet with calculations sealed by an Arizona-licensed engineer
- Contractor State Bond Exemption required for job values over $50,000; owner/builders must complete an 'Exempt from Licensing' form
- Submittal via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Submitted through the CitizenServe online portal
- RequiredResidential Accessory Structure, Remodel & Addition Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)Town of Chino Valley Development Services checklist
- RequiredSite PlanExisting/proposed structures, setbacks, easements, lot dimensions, contours, utility locations
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Remodel or Addition — Valuation Based | Valuation set at $100.00 per square foot, fed into the bracketed Building Valuation Table fee schedule (same brackets as new construction: $91.14 base up to $8,515.13 + $4.78 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000) | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Conversion — Garage to Habitable | Valuation $60.00 per square foot | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Conversion — Patio to Habitable | Valuation $65.00 per square foot | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Storage Buildings/Sheds Larger Than 200 sq ft — Metal / Wood | Valuation $7.00 / $9.00 per square foot respectively | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Carports — Wood / Metal | Valuation $15.00 / $12.00 per square foot respectively | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Covered Decks — Wood / Metal; Decks (uncovered) | Valuation $20.00 / $17.00 per square foot (covered); $12.00 per square foot (uncovered decks) | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Patio Covers, Awnings, Porch, Patio, Canopies — Wood / Metal | Valuation $15.00 / $12.00 per square foot respectively | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Garages — Masonry, Metal, Wood | Valuation $20.00 per square foot | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Foundations Only | 25% of planned structure's full valuation | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 |
| Plan Review Fee (all valuation-based permit types) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in the Town of Chino Valley, governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) as adopted and amended as the Town's standalone electrical code (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.004).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for panel work, service changes, wiring, and other hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the Town of Chino Valley (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.004), which the Town designates as its own standalone 'Town of Chino Valley Electrical Code'
- Town amendments include a GFCI exception for dedicated 15-20 amp simplex receptacles serving a refrigerator/freezer, island/peninsula countertop receptacle placement rules, and tamper-resistant receptacle provisions
- Billed as a flat per-permit-type fee rather than valuation-based for typical scope
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Specify 'electric only' subtype; submitted through CitizenServe
- RequiredElectrical Plan / Load CalculationPanel size/rating, circuit layout, grounding electrode system per NEC as adopted
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee (per permit type) | $110.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Development Services: Building' flat-rate fees; billed per permit type (i.e., electrical-only scope billed separately from plumbing/mechanical scope on the same job) |
| Plan Review Fee (Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in the Town of Chino Valley, governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted and amended by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for water heater replacement, gas line work, fixture installation/relocation, and other plumbing system work
- Governed by the 2024 IPC as adopted by the Town of Chino Valley (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(E)), including Appendices D and E
- Water/sewer minimum burial depth amendments apply: exterior water supply piping 18 inches below grade; sewer lines to septic systems 18 inches below finished grade at the septic tank connection
- All dwelling units require a minimum of 2 exterior frost-free, anti-siphon hose bibs
- Billed as a flat per-permit-type fee rather than valuation-based for typical scope
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Specify 'plumbing only' subtype; submitted through CitizenServe
- RequiredPlumbing Plan / Fixture LayoutWater service line sizing, fixture counts, gas piping schematic with BTU ratings where gas is involved
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee (per permit type) | $110.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Development Services: Building' flat-rate fees |
| Plan Review Fee (Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in the Town of Chino Valley, governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted and amended by the Town.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC equipment, furnaces, fireplaces/free-standing stoves, and ventilation systems
- Governed by the 2024 IMC as adopted by the Town of Chino Valley (Chino Valley Town Code § 150.001(D)), including Appendix A
- Factory-built fireplaces must comply with 40 CFR 60, Subpart AAA (revised March 16, 2015)
- Fireplaces/free-standing stoves (excluding new construction, which is covered under the primary building permit) are billed as a distinct flat fee
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Specify 'mechanical only' or 'fireplace-freestanding/woodstove' subtype; submitted through CitizenServe
- RequiredMechanical PlanHVAC equipment locations, combustion air provisions, exhaust/ventilation ducting, and manufacturer specifications for all mechanical equipment and fireplaces
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee (per permit type) | $110.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Development Services: Building' flat-rate fees |
| Fireplaces/Free Standing Stoves | $95.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026; excludes new construction (covered under the primary building permit fee) |
| Plan Review Fee (Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Fee / Fireplaces) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section |
Roof Structure Replacement Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof structure replacement in the Town of Chino Valley, billed as a flat fee separate from the general valuation-based building permit fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for roof structure replacement
- Governed by the 2024 IBC/IRC roofing provisions as adopted and amended by the Town of Chino Valley, including deck-sheathing requirements for concrete/clay tile, metal panels/shingles, and wood shingles/shakes (solid sheathing required in all cases per the Town's code amendments)
- Billed as a flat per-roof fee rather than valuation-based
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Submitted through the CitizenServe online portal
- RequiredRoof Plan / Material ListingExisting framing, square footage, existing and proposed material/weight, sheathing, and roof slope classification
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Structure Replacement | $180.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Development Services: Building' flat-rate fees |
| Plan Review Fee (Roof Structure Replacement) | 65% of the calculated Building Permit Fee | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026, 'Plan Review' section |
Solar Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of ground-mount or roof-mount residential solar photovoltaic systems in the Town of Chino Valley, billed as a flat per-system fee with no plan review fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Governed by the 2024 IBC/IRC and the Town's electrical code (2023 NEC) as adopted and amended
- Detailed set of solar plans drawn to scale required, including panel layout and access requirements specified in International Fire Code Section 605
- Set of specifications from the solar panel manufacturer required
- Site plan showing all existing/proposed panels, structures, setbacks, easements, contours, lot dimensions, and utility locations
- Structural engineering required for all roof-mount installations on manufactured homes
- Contractor State Bond Exemption required for job values over $50,000
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)Town of Chino Valley Development Services checklist for solar-specific submittal requirements
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Specify 'Solar' subtype; submitted through CitizenServe
- RequiredSolar Panel Manufacturer SpecificationsCut sheets/specifications from the panel manufacturer
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar — Ground Mount | $220.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 — 'No plan review fee' per the schedule's own notes column |
| Solar — Roof Mount | $220.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 — 'No plan review fee' |
| Solar — Labor Values Under $5,000 | $220.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 — 'No plan review fee' |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any residential or commercial structure in the Town of Chino Valley, billed as a flat fee by occupancy type with no plan review fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a residential or commercial structure within Chino Valley town limits
- Site plan required showing the building to be demolished and other existing structures on the parcel
- Apply via the CitizenServe online portal
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Submitted through the CitizenServe online portal
- RequiredSite PlanShowing the structure(s) to be demolished and remaining structures on the parcel
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition — Residential | $100.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 — 'No plan review fee' |
| Demolition — Commercial | $100.00 | Town of Chino Valley Consolidated Fee Schedule, effective 03-01-2026 — 'No plan review fee' |
Manufactured Home (MFH) Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for placement/installation of a manufactured or factory-built home in the Town of Chino Valley. Construction/installation standards are regulated by the State of Arizona (Dept. of Fire, Building and Life Safety); the Town issues its own placement permit covering site work, foundation/tie-down, driveway, and zoning compliance, billed as a distinct flat fee package.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- MFH installers must hold an Installer's License from the Arizona Department of Fire, Building and Life Safety covering Mobile/Factory Built Buildings, plus a Town of Chino Valley business license
- All subcontractors must be listed with their Registrar of Contractors and Town of Chino Valley license numbers
- Used manufactured homes require a copy of title/registration proving manufacturer, size, VIN, and year of construction; homes must have a minimum width of 12 feet, minimum 400 sq ft of livable space, and be manufactured after June 15, 1976
- Site plan required showing distances to other structures/property lines (and, if in a park, distances to adjacent manufactured homes on both sides)
- Authorization to Construct Septic Permit from Yavapai County required for new homes (or a completed Residential Utilities Application if town services are available; existing septic approval for replacement homes)
- Completed Proposed Driveway Plan required for new home placements
- Construction/placement must begin within 180 days of permit issuance, with substantial progress every 180 days thereafter or the permit expires
Required documents
- RequiredMFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)Town of Chino Valley Development Services checklist specific to manufactured/factory-built home placement
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (rev. 01/01/2026)Submitted through the CitizenServe online portal
- RequiredManufactured Home Contractors Required Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026)Lists required licensed-contractor categories for MFH installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manufactured Home Permit Fee (non-refundable) | $700.00 | Town of Chino Valley MFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026); includes 3 inspections |
| Driveway Permit Fee | $30.00 | Town of Chino Valley MFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026), submitted alongside the $700 MFH fee |
| Additional Inspection (beyond the 3 included) | $140.00 re-inspection fee per additional inspection | Town of Chino Valley MFH Building Permit Application Checklist (rev. 01/01/2026) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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