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Jerome building permits
VerifiedJerome, Arizona — as published 2026-07-07.
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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). Despite its very small size (population approximately 450), the Town of Jerome runs its own genuinely independent Building Department with a named Building Inspector (Barry Wolstencroft), its own adopted code chapter (Town Code Chapter 7, Building and Safety Codes), and its own Council-adopted fee schedule (Schedule A-1) — it does NOT defer building-permit administration to Yavapai County. Source: Town of Jerome Building Inspection page (jerome.az.gov/building-inspection) and Building Codes page (jerome.az.gov/building-codes).2012 International Building Code (IBC), adopted by Resolution 544. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page (jerome.az.gov/building-codes).2012 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (IRC), adopted by Resolution 545. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2012 International Plumbing Code (IPC), including Appendices B, C, D, and E, adopted by Resolution 547. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2011 National Electrical Code (NEC), adopted by Resolution 548 — notably TWO editions behind the electrical-code cycle used by most other AZ jurisdictions reviewed in this dataset (which have generally moved to the 2023 NEC); confirmed as currently listed on the Town's own Building Codes page, not assumed. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2012 International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted by Resolution 546. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2012 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), including Appendices A, B, C, and D, adopted by Resolution 549. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2012 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), adopted by Resolution 550 and Ordinance 430. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.Appendix 33 of the 1997 Uniform Building Code (UBC), serving as the Town's Grading Ordinance, adopted by Ordinance 358. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.Town of Jerome Administrative Code (2003 Edition), adopted by Ordinance 358 — governs local permit administration provisions layered on top of the ICC codes (e.g., the Section 108.8 reinspection-fee citation used in the Town's own Fee Schedule). Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.2018 International Fire Code (IFC), adopted by Resolution 635 — notably a much newer edition than the 2012-vintage building/residential/plumbing/mechanical/fuel-gas code set, and the only code in Jerome's adopted set current within the last decade. Source: Town of Jerome Building Codes page.IMPORTANT — Historic Overlay District (Jerome Zoning Ordinance Section 511.C): the Historic Overlay District boundary 'shall include all areas within the corporate limits of the Town of Jerome' — i.e., the ENTIRE town is inside the Historic Overlay District, not just a subset of downtown parcels. As a result, Design Review Board (or, for minor listed items, Zoning Administrator) approval under Zoning Ordinance Section 304 is a mandatory prerequisite BEFORE a building permit application can even be submitted to the Building Inspector, for nearly every exterior construction project Town-wide. Source: Jerome Zoning Ordinance (current through July 2024), Sections 304 and 511 (jerome.az.gov/documents/76/Zoning_Ordinance_updated_thru_July_2024.pdf); Building Permit Application Packet ('We provide the following information to assist you in applying for a permit once the Design Review Board has approved your project.').
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family and two-family dwelling construction in the Town of Jerome. Reviewed against the 2012 IRC as adopted by the Town. Because the entire town lies within the Historic Overlay District, new construction must first receive Design Review Board approval (Zoning Ordinance Section 304) before a building permit application can be submitted to the Building Inspector.
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review Board approval required BEFORE building permit submittal — the Historic Overlay District covers the Town's entire corporate limits (Zoning Ordinance Section 511.C), and 'new structures' are explicitly listed among projects requiring full Board review (Section 304.B.6)
- Building permit application, plot plan (drawn to scale, showing existing structures, north arrow, general slope of land, distances between buildings), Valid Contractor's License form (or Owner-Builder/Owner-Developer exemption statement under A.R.S. § 32-1121), and Plan Approval Agreement must be filed with the Building Inspector after Design Review approval
- Two sets of full building plans required, minimum 18-by-24-inch paper, 1/4-inch-per-foot scale, showing floor plan, electrical plan, foundation plan, floor framing plan, roof framing layout, and a cross-section of materials from foundation through roof
- Plans reviewed against the 2012 IRC (Resolution 545) and 2012 IBC (Resolution 544) as adopted by the Town
- Progress requiring an inspection must occur at least every six months or the permit becomes invalid
- Commercial zoning requires commercially licensed contractors; owner-occupants may self-perform under the A.R.S. § 32-1121 Item 5 owner-builder exemption if the structure is not for sale/rent within one year
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Jerome Building Permit Application (fillable PDF), filed at Town Hall (PO Box 335 / 600 Clark St.) only after Design Review Board and/or Zoning Administrator approval
- RequiredDesign Review Application / General Land Use ApplicationFiled with the Zoning Administrator, forwarded to the Design Review Board; must include written narrative, plot plan/site layout to scale, elevations of all sides, photographs of existing structures and adjoining properties, material and color samples, tree/natural-feature locations, utility locations, stormwater disposal method, fire sprinkler/safety components, landscape plan, and lighting plan
- RequiredValid Contractor's License Form / Owner-Builder Exemption StatementCompleted per A.R.S. § 32-1121 (owner-builder) or § 32-1169 (licensed contractor) as applicable
- RequiredPlot PlanScale drawing of the property showing existing buildings, sheds, porches, north arrow, general slope of land, and distances between buildings and proposed construction
- RequiredFull Building Plans (2 sets)Minimum 18-by-24-inch paper, 1/4-inch-per-foot scale; floor plan, electrical plan, foundation plan, floor framing plan, roof framing layout, and cross-section from foundation through roof
- RequiredPlan Approval AgreementSigned agreement to abide by plans as checked and approved by the Building Inspector
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Schedule A-1) | $50.00 minimum ($1-$500 valuation); $50.00 + $2.75 per additional $100 to $2,000; $91.25 + $12.50 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $378.75 + $9.00 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $603.75 + $6.25 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $916.25 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $2,916.25 + $4.25 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $5,041.25 + $2.75 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, current as of July 1, 2026 |
| Design Review Board Fee — New Construction of Residential Buildings | $250 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule (Design Review Board section); paid in addition to the building permit fee, non-refundable, mandatory prerequisite for the entire town |
| Additional Plan Review (changes/revisions) | $50.00 per hour (minimum half hour) | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
| Reinspection Fee (Administrative Code Section 108.8) | $50.00 per hour | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations in the Town of Jerome. Because the Historic Overlay District covers the Town's entire corporate limits (Zoning Ordinance Section 511.C), solar installations on new construction must additionally comply with the Town's dedicated 'Solar Energy System Design Guidelines' (approved by Town Council, June 2015), which apply U.S. Department of the Interior best practices for solar on historic buildings (Zoning Ordinance Section 304.H.1.m) as part of the mandatory Design Review Board review. Billed under the same Schedule A-1 valuation-based Building Permit Fee as other construction; Arizona A.R.S. § 9-468 separately caps municipal solar permit/plan-check fees at the actual cost of issuing the permit statewide.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review Board approval required BEFORE building permit submittal, per the Town-wide Historic Overlay District (Zoning Ordinance Section 511.C); solar installations are reviewed against the Town's 'Solar Energy System Design Guidelines' (approved June 2015) under Section 304.H.1.m, which apply Department of the Interior best practices for solar equipment visible on or near historic structures
- Building permit application, plot plan, Valid Contractor's License form (or A.R.S. § 32-1121 owner-builder exemption), and Plan Approval Agreement filed with the Building Inspector after Design Review approval
- Panel layout, racking/mounting details, and roof or ground-mount structural connection details included in the plan set submitted for Design Review and building-permit plan check
- Electrical interconnection work reviewed against the Town's adopted National Electrical Code edition and inspected by the Town's own Building Inspector (Jerome runs its own building department; it does not defer electrical trade permitting to Yavapai County)
- Per A.R.S. § 9-468 (statewide Arizona solar-permit statute), the Town may not charge a solar permit/plan-check fee exceeding the actual cost of issuing the permit, must provide a written itemized cost breakdown on request, and may not require an engineering stamp without providing a written explanation of why one is necessary
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationTown of Jerome Building Permit Application (fillable PDF), filed at Town Hall only after Design Review Board and/or Zoning Administrator approval
- RequiredDesign Review Application / General Land Use ApplicationFiled with the Zoning Administrator; for solar, reviewed against the Town's Solar Energy System Design Guidelines (June 2015) in addition to the standard Design Review criteria
- RequiredSolar Plan Set (panel layout, racking/mounting details, one-line electrical diagram)Panel/array location, mounting/racking attachment details, and electrical interconnection information sufficient for both Design Review (visual/historic-compatibility) and Building Inspector (structural/electrical) review
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Schedule A-1) | $50.00 minimum ($1-$500 valuation); $50.00 + $2.75 per additional $100 to $2,000; $91.25 + $12.50 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $378.75 + $9.00 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $603.75 + $6.25 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $916.25 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $2,916.25 + $4.25 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $5,041.25 + $2.75 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, current as of July 1, 2026 — no separate flat solar-specific line item is published; solar is billed on the same valuation table as other construction, subject to the A.R.S. § 9-468 statewide cap that the fee not exceed the actual cost of issuing the permit |
| Design Review Board Fee — New Construction of Residential Buildings | $250 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule (Design Review Board section); applies to solar installed as part of new construction, since Design Review is mandatory Town-wide |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, decks, patio covers, fences/walls, and accessory structures (sheds) to existing dwellings in Jerome. All such projects are listed under Design Review Board jurisdiction (Zoning Ordinance Section 304.B) because the entire town is within the Historic Overlay District — only like-for-like repair/maintenance using the same materials is exempt.
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review Board approval required for: additions and exterior modifications; decks; fences and walls; sheds and accessory structures (Zoning Ordinance Section 304.B.2,3,5,8)
- Lighter Zoning Administrator (staff-level) review applies instead of full Board review for: patios; certain roof material/color changes with limited reflectivity; and window/door replacement that replicates the same size and style (Section 304.C)
- Exempt from Design Review: landscaping (not including accessory structures like gazebos/pergolas/sheds) and repair/replacement/maintenance of existing structures using the same materials (Section 304.D)
- Retaining walls over 4 feet high require a building permit valued at $10.00 per square foot above 4 ft (or the Valuation and Fee Schedule, whichever governs)
- Building permit application, plot plan, and construction drawings filed with the Building Inspector after Design Review/Zoning Administrator clearance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationFiled at Town Hall after Design Review Board or Zoning Administrator approval
- RequiredDesign Review Application / General Land Use ApplicationRequired for additions, decks, fences/walls, and accessory structures per Section 304.B; site layout, elevations, photographs, and material/color samples required
- RequiredPlot PlanShowing existing structure, addition/accessory-structure footprint, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Schedule A-1) | Same Valuation and Fee Schedule as new construction ($50.00 minimum, scaling to $5,041.25 + $2.75/$1,000 above $1,000,000) | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
| Retaining Walls Over 4 Feet High | $10.00 per square foot above 4 ft. high (or per the Valuation and Fee Schedule) | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, Specific Fees |
| Design Review Board Fee — New Construction of Accessory Features (Section 304.F.I) | $50 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section |
| Design Review Board Fee — Large Alterations | Under $500 in value: $50; $501-$10,000 in value: $100; over $10,001 in value: 1% of value | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Jerome, governed by the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the Town (Resolution 548) — notably two editions behind the NEC cycle used by most other Arizona jurisdictions in this dataset.
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for new electrical service, panel work, and other hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2011 NEC as adopted by the Town of Jerome (Resolution 548)
- New Electrical Service is a specifically itemized flat-fee permit type on the Town's Fee Schedule
- Combination permits covering electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trades together are available for valuations up to $3,000 at a flat per-trade rate; above $3,000, the general Valuation and Fee Schedule applies instead
- Exterior electrical work (fixtures, wiring visible from the street) may separately trigger Design Review if it is part of a broader exterior modification, though routine like-for-like electrical repair is not itself a Design Review trigger
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationFiled at Town Hall; contractor licensing information (ROC license/class) or Owner-Builder exemption required
- RequiredElectrical Plan / Load CalculationPanel size/rating and circuit layout for new service or panel work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Electrical Service | $50.00 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, Specific Fees |
| Combination Permit (electrical, plumbing, or mechanical), valuation up to $3,000 | $50.00 for each trade | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
| Combination Permit (electrical, plumbing, or mechanical), valuation over $3,000 | Use Valuation and Fee Schedule | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedJerome has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE fee line or standalone permit category. EV charger installation is electrical work governed by the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the Town (Resolution 548) and billed under the same flat-rate/combination-permit structure used for any other electrical work — the Town's itemized $50.00 'New Electrical Service' fee, or the $50.00-per-trade Combination Permit rate for projects valued up to $3,000. Because the Historic Overlay District covers the Town's entire corporate limits (Zoning Ordinance Section 511.C), an exterior-visible charger installation (e.g., a pedestal or wall unit visible from a public way) as part of a broader exterior modification could separately trigger Design Review Board or Zoning Administrator review under Section 304 — the same layered process that applies to other exterior electrical fixtures — though routine like-for-like electrical work alone does not trigger Design Review.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for EV charger/EVSE circuit installation, governed by the 2011 NEC as adopted by the Town of Jerome (Resolution 548)
- No EV-specific fee line exists; billed as either the itemized New Electrical Service fee or the Combination Permit rate (for a project bundling electrical with plumbing/mechanical work valued up to $3,000), or the general valuation-based Schedule A-1 table for larger installations
- An exterior-visible charger unit (pedestal, wall-mount visible from a public way) installed as part of a broader exterior modification may require Design Review Board or Zoning Administrator approval BEFORE the electrical/building permit is issued, since the entire Town lies within the Historic Overlay District
- Contractor licensing information (ROC license/class) or Owner-Builder exemption required at application
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationFiled at Town Hall; no EV-specific application form is published separately
- RequiredElectrical Plan / Load CalculationCircuit layout and, if applicable, panel/service size for the EV charger installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Electrical Service | $50.00 | No distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line exists; a standalone EV charger circuit is billed under the same flat New Electrical Service fee used for other electrical work. Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, Specific Fees (current as of July 1, 2026) -- directly re-verified 2026-07-20 against the downloaded PDF, which lists 'New Electrical Service: $50.00' and 'Combination permits for electrical, plumbing or mechanical -- valuations up to $3,000.00: $50.00 for each trade' exactly as cited here. |
| Combination Permit (electrical, plumbing, or mechanical), valuation up to $3,000 | $50.00 for each trade | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Jerome, governed by the 2012 International Plumbing Code (IPC), including Appendices B, C, D, and E, as adopted by the Town (Resolution 547).
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems and fixtures
- Governed by the 2012 IPC as adopted by the Town of Jerome (Resolution 547), including Appendices B, C, D, and E
- Combination permits covering plumbing, electrical, or mechanical trades together are available for valuations up to $3,000 at a flat per-trade rate; above $3,000, the general Valuation and Fee Schedule applies
- Additional application forms may be required for septic and public works per the Building Permit Application
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing Permit ApplicationFiled at Town Hall; additional forms may be required for septic and public works
- RequiredPlumbing PlanFixture counts and water/sewer line sizing where applicable
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Combination Permit (plumbing, electrical, or mechanical), valuation up to $3,000 | $50.00 for each trade | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
| Combination Permit (plumbing, electrical, or mechanical), valuation over $3,000 | Use Valuation and Fee Schedule | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing in the Town of Jerome, billed at a specific flat fee per the Official Fee Schedule. Because a roof is a visible exterior element, most re-roofs also require either full Design Review Board review (new material/color not covered by the limited exemption) or the lighter Zoning Administrator review track.
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for re-roofing at a specific flat fee ($50.00) per the Official Fee Schedule
- Design Review track depends on scope: changes in roof MATERIAL or COLOR with limited reflectivity qualify for the lighter Zoning Administrator review track (Section 304.C.1) rather than a full Design Review Board hearing; 'paint, stain, and similar coatings' are otherwise listed as requiring full Board review (Section 304.B.7) and roofs are reviewed under the same general new-construction/alteration criteria (Section 304.H.2.b: 'Original roof shape, design, and material shall be preserved and retained where feasible')
- Like-for-like repair/replacement using the same materials is exempt from Design Review (Section 304.D), but is NOT exempt from the building permit itself under the Building Department's own fee schedule, which lists Re-Roof as a specific itemized $50 fee with no stated exemption threshold
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Re-Roofing)Filed at Town Hall; Design Review or Zoning Administrator clearance required first if material/color is changing
- RequiredRoof Plan / Material ListingExisting and proposed material, weight, and color, for both the Building Inspector's review and any required Design Review
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roof | $50.00 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1, Specific Fees |
| Design Review Board Fee — Paint Colors/Roofing of Same Material | $25 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section — applies when roofing with the SAME material; a material change would instead fall under the Large Alterations or New Construction Design Review fee categories depending on scope |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition, partial demolition, or removal of any residential, commercial, or accessory structure in the Town of Jerome. Because the entire town is within the Historic Overlay District, demolition is subject to a dedicated Design Review Board review process (Zoning Ordinance Section 304.H.3) that can postpone demolition up to 180 days to explore preservation alternatives, in addition to the standard building permit.
Verified 2026-07-07 · Source
Requirements
- Design Review Board review is explicitly required for 'demolitions of existing structures' (Zoning Ordinance Section 304.B.4) Town-wide, given the Historic Overlay District covers the full corporate limits
- A dedicated Demolition Application Checklist must be filed with the Zoning Administrator, including: written narrative describing the proposed demolition and need for it; background on the historic/architectural/aesthetic quality or significance of the structure; plot plan/site layout to scale; photographs of all sides of the structure(s) and adjoining properties; location/protection method for trees and natural features to be retained; dust-control method; drainage/erosion-control method during demolition; and utility locations/connections to be removed
- The Design Review Board may POSTPONE a demolition decision for up to 180 days from receipt of the application to investigate preservation alternatives (including consultation with civic groups and potential eminent domain), if it finds the historic/architectural significance and public interest warrant it (Section 304.H.3.b)
- A prescribed Design Review application form for 'Approval of the Demolition, Partial Demolition or Removal of an Existing Building or Structure' must be filed with the Zoning Administrator (Section 304.F.2), separate from the standard Design Review application
- Once the Design Review/demolition approval is obtained, a standard building permit is filed with the Building Inspector
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Application ChecklistTown of Jerome checklist (updated 4/13/2020) filed with the Zoning Administrator, forwarded to the Design Review Board once complete
- RequiredGeneral Land Use Application FormBase application form accompanying the Demolition Checklist
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Demolition)Filed with the Building Inspector after Design Review Board demolition approval
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Design Review Board Fee — Demolition of Residential Buildings | $200 (in addition to other fees) | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section |
| Design Review Board Fee — Demolition of Commercial Buildings | $200 (in addition to other fees) | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section |
| Design Review Board Fee — Demolition of Accessory Features | $50 | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Design Review Board section (Section 304.F.I cross-reference) |
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation (Schedule A-1) | General Valuation and Fee Schedule applies to the demolition permit itself | Town of Jerome Official Fee Schedule, Schedule A-1 — no separately itemized flat demolition-specific Building Department fee (distinct from the Design Review demolition fees above) was located in this review; confirmed gap, not an assumption |
Sources & verification
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