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Somerton building permits
VerifiedSomerton, Arizona — as published 2026-07-06.
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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 (A.R.S. Title 9, Chapter 7, Article 1, §§ 9-801 et seq.). The City of Somerton independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Community Development Department / Building Safety and Code Enforcement Office. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002 (passed and ordained September 17, 2019, effective December 17, 2019), repealing and replacing Somerton City Code Article 7-1-1 (Building Reference Codes) and Article 7-1-7 (Permits).2018 International Building Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(A), effective 12/17/2019.2018 International Residential Code for one- and two-family dwellings, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(B).2018 International Existing Building Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(C).2018 International Property Maintenance Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(D).2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(E).National Fire Protection Association Code, 2018 Edition (NFPA-1, Fire Code), with Appendices, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(F).National Electrical Code NFPA-70, 2014 Edition, with Appendices, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments (one edition behind the 2018 ICC suite). Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(G); confirmed current as of July 2026 on the City's Building Safety and Code Enforcement webpage, which lists 'Current adopted Building Codes, as of December 17, 2019.'2012 International Fuel Gas Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(H).2012 International Mechanical Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(I).2012 International Plumbing Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(J).2009 International Energy Conservation Code, with Appendices, as published by the International Code Council, adopted by reference with certain City of Somerton amendments. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-1(K).Each of these code editions was independently cross-checked against the City's own Building Safety and Code Enforcement webpage (accessed July 2026, server-rendered content, not just a stale directory listing) and against the individually published amendment PDFs for each code (2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IEBC, 2014 NEC, 2012 IFGC, 2012 IMC, 2012 IPC, 2009 IECC), all hosted at the City's own cms2.revize.com document repository — none had been superseded by a newer adoption ordinance as of this review. Source: City of Somerton Building Safety and Code Enforcement webpage; individual code-amendment PDFs (e.g., cms2.revize.com/revize/somertonaz/2018%20IBC.pdf, 2014%20NEC.pdf, 2012%20IFGC.pdf, 2012%20IMC.pdf, 2012%20IPC.pdf, 2009%20IECC.pdf).Permits are required in connection with the issuance of certificates and collection of fees under each adopted code; exemptions from permit requirements follow the exemptions in each adopted code as amended. Source: City of Somerton Ordinance No. 2019-002, Article 7-1-7 (Permits).
Permit types & fees
New Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction in the City of Somerton. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC and City of Somerton amendments (Ordinance No. 2019-002, effective December 17, 2019). Applications are submitted via the City's On-line Permit Portal, by email, or in person at 143 N. State Ave.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family residential construction within Somerton city limits
- Plans reviewed against the 2018 IRC and City of Somerton amendments; City is located within Seismic Design Category D, basic wind speed 115 mph
- Two (2) sets of scaled plans required, including: Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, and Framing Details
- Zoning designation (R1-6, R1-8, or R1-10), setbacks, lot coverage, and maximum building height must be identified on the submittal
- Plans for structurally complex dwellings must be prepared by an Arizona Licensed Architect or Arizona Registered Engineer; a one-story single-family dwelling does not require this
- Building Application Form (New Residential) plus Building Contractor's Information page (licensed contractor info or Owner-Builder exemption under A.R.S. §32-1121A.5/A.6) required
- Disclosure required regarding whether the property is within the 65/70/75 dB noise contour or High Noise and Accident Potential Zone of Marine Corps Air Station-Yuma/Yuma International Airport
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Application Form (New Residential)City of Somerton Building Application Form, New Residential box checked, submitted via On-line Permit Portal, email, or in person at 143 N. State Ave.
- RequiredTwo (2) Sets of Scaled PlansSite Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, Framing Details; zoning, setbacks/lot coverage, and max building height noted
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's Information / Owner-Builder ExemptionLicensed contractor name, ROC license number and class, or A.R.S. §32-1121A.5/A.6 owner-builder/owner-developer exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation-Based | $1-$500: $50; $501-$2,000: $50 for first $500 plus $4 per add'l $100; $2,001-$25,000: $80 for first $2,000 plus $16 per add'l $1,000; $25,001-$50,000: $450 for first $25,000 plus $12 per add'l $1,000; $50,001-$100,000: $740 for first $50,000 plus $8 per add'l $1,000; $100,001-$500,000: $1,140 for first $100,000 plus $6 per add'l $1,000; $500,001-$1,000,000: $3,720 for first $500,000 plus $6 per add'l $1,000; $1,000,001+: $6,450 for first $1,000,000 plus $4 per add'l $1,000 | City of Somerton Permit Fees Sheet; valuation calculated per square footage using the ICC Building Safety Journal Building Valuation Data Table, August 2023 edition (Resolution No. 2026-004, Exhibit 'A'), with a construction-type multiplier |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Somerton Permit Fees Sheet; includes up to 2 resubmittals and 2 inspections per phase per Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Phased, Partial, or Deferred Submittal Permits | 200% of single permit fee (initial and subsequent permits) | City of Somerton Permit Fees Sheet — reflects added coordination time for multi-phase projects |
| Expedited Plan Review | Double the plan review fee | Resolution No. 2026-004 — expedited timeline is 3 business days (residential) / 10 business days (commercial) |
Residential Remodel / Addition Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential remodels, room additions, garage conversions, and re-roofing projects that do not qualify for the City's limited re-roof exemption, in the City of Somerton. Reviewed against the 2018 IRC as adopted and amended by the City (Ordinance No. 2019-002). The City's Remodel Application form is used for this category and lists a Roofing Contractor as one of the licensed-trade line items alongside general, electrical, plumbing, and other trades — Somerton does not publish a separate stand-alone roofing permit type or fee.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for residential remodels, additions, garage conversions, and re-roofing projects not covered by the exemption below
- Exemption: re-roofing with the SAME roofing material, provided no more than two layers of asphalt shingles are applied over an existing asphalt shingle roof, does not require a permit
- Two (2) sets of scaled plans required: Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, Framing Details; zoning (R1-6/R1-8/R1-10), setbacks/lot coverage, and max building height noted
- Building Application Form (Remodel), indicating Residential or Non-Residential type of remodel
- Licensed Contractors list on the Remodel application includes separate line items for General, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Concrete, Framing, Insulation, Roofing, Drywall, Exterior Stucco, Painting, Cabinet, Trim Finishers, Flooring, Landscaping, and Block Wall contractors
- Fee for remodeling projects is based on job cost (material and labor), not square footage valuation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Application Form (Remodel)City of Somerton Building Application Form, 'Remodel' selected under Other, with Residential/Non-Residential checkbox
- RequiredTwo (2) Sets of Scaled PlansSite Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, Framing Details
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's Information / Licensed Contractors ListLists all trade contractors involved (including Roofing Contractor line item), ROC license numbers, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remodel/Alteration Fee — Based on Job Cost | Calculated from job cost (material and labor); new construction/additional square footage on an existing building is charged per-foot per the ICC Valuation Table | City of Somerton Permit Fees Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004, 'Remodels and Alterations to an Existing Building or Structure' section |
| Two or More Trades Involved in Remodel/Alteration | $100 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Remodels and Alterations section; also stated on the Electrical and Mechanical Fee Sheets |
| Plan Check Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Somerton Permit Fees Sheet |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in the City of Somerton, governed by the 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted and amended by the City (Ordinance No. 2019-002). Includes a standalone flat-fee Electrical (APS) Clearance for turning on power with no other work.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for service panels, feeder/branch circuits, fixtures, appliances, power apparatus, signs, and other hard-wired electrical work
- Governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the City of Somerton, with local amendments
- Electrical (APS) Clearance — for turning on service with no other work performed — is a distinct flat-fee, same general-permit-application track
- Detailed unit fee schedule applies (base fee plus itemized per-fixture/per-circuit/per-service fees)
- Building Application Form or dedicated Permit Application (Electrical Clearance/Main Panel Upgrade) required depending on scope
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationGeneral Permit Application form (checkbox for Electrical Clearance: Residential/Commercial) or Main Panel Upgrade Application, submitted via portal, email, or in person
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed electrical contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuing Each Electrical Permit (Base Fee) | $50 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004, Electrical Permit Fees section |
| Electrical (APS) Clearance (existing main panel, restore service only, no other work) | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section; also listed as $45 'Clearance – Existing Main Panel to restore service ONLY' on the Electrical Fee Sheet issuance-fee line — the $50 flat 'Electrical (APS) Clearance' line item in the current master fee resolution is the authoritative current figure |
| Supplemental Permit (original not expired/canceled/finaled) | $7 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Service Entrance Panel up to 200 amps | $50 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Service Entrance Panel up to 800 amps | $75 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Temporary Power Service | $45-$50 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet ($45 per service); Resolution No. 2026-004 lists $50 for 'Each Temporary Power Service' plus a separate $45 line for temporary pole/pedestal service with decorative lighting/sales-lot use |
| Feeder Circuit / Branch Circuit | $5 per feeder circuit; $2 per branch circuit | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Receptacle/Switch/Light Fixtures | $1.50 each for first 20 fixtures, $1.00 each additional | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 02/03 Unit Fee Schedule |
| Fixed Residential/Non-Residential Appliances (up to 1 HP/kW/kVA) | $5 per each | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 04/05 |
| Power Apparatus (motors, generators, transformers, A/C, heat pumps, etc.) | $5 (up to 1 HP/kW) to $67 (over 100 HP/kW), tiered by rating | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 06 |
| Services (600V or less, over 200-1,000A / over 600V or 1,000A) | $50 (≤200A); $75 (201-1,000A); $125 (over 600V or 1,000A) | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 08 |
| Two or More Trades Involved | $100 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 01 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing and fuel-gas installation, alteration, or repair work in the City of Somerton, governed by the 2012 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted and amended by the City (Ordinance No. 2019-002). Includes a standalone flat-fee Water Heater Replacement/Installation and a Gas Clearance.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for fixtures, traps, sewers, water heaters, water piping, drainage/vent piping, lawn sprinkler backflow protection, and interceptors
- Governed by the 2012 IPC as adopted by the City of Somerton, with local amendments
- Fuel Gas permit required separately for gas-piping systems, gas furnaces/heaters, gas boilers/compressors, and gas air-handling units, governed by the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code
- Water Heater Replacement/Installation and Gas Clearance (South West or other) both use the City's general Permit Application form and are flat-fee, same-location replacements
- Base fee for issuing a plumbing permit is $20 (or $25 per Resolution No. 2026-004); base fee for a fuel gas permit is $50
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Plumbing/Gas Permit ApplicationGeneral Permit Application (Water Heater Replacement/Installation or Gas Clearance checkbox) or Building Application Form for larger plumbing scope, submitted via portal, email, or in person
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed plumbing contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuing Each Plumbing Permit (Base Fee) | $20 (Plumbing Fee Sheet) / $25 (Resolution No. 2026-004) | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet lists $20; Resolution No. 2026-004 (effective 7/1/2026) lists $25 as the current base fee — the Resolution is the more recent authoritative source |
| Water Heater/Plumbing Replacement (Same Location) | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section (flat fee, same as the standalone application form's GL Code 501 fee structure) |
| Gas Clearance | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section |
| Issuing Each Fuel Gas Permit (Base Fee) | $50 | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Plumbing Fixture or Trap (incl. water/drainage piping and backflow protection) | $7 per fixture | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet, Category 01 |
| Building Sewer / Trailer Park Sewer | $15 per sewer | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet |
| Private Sewage Disposal System | $40 per system | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet |
| Water Heater and/or Vent | $7 per unit | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet |
| Gas Piping System (1-5 outlets / additional outlets) | $5-$7 for 1-5 outlets; $1 per additional outlet | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet, Category 03 |
| Supplemental Permit (original not expired/canceled/finaled) | $7 (Plumbing Fee Sheet) / $17 (Plumbing, Resolution 2026-004) / $7 (Gas) | City of Somerton Plumbing and Gas Fee Sheet lists $7 for both plumbing and gas supplemental permits; Resolution No. 2026-004 updates the plumbing supplemental permit fee to $17 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in the City of Somerton, governed by the 2012 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted and amended by the City (Ordinance No. 2019-002). Includes a standalone flat-fee A/C Unit Replacement Permit.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of furnaces, boilers, compressors, air handlers, evaporative coolers, and ventilation/exhaust equipment
- Governed by the 2012 IMC as adopted by the City of Somerton, with local amendments
- A/C Unit Replacement (ground or roof-mounted) uses the City's general Permit Application form and requires unit size/specifications and a site plan indication
- Base fee for issuing a mechanical permit is $50, with itemized additional fees by equipment category and capacity
Required documents
- RequiredA/C Replacement / General Permit ApplicationCity of Somerton general Permit Application, 'A/C Unit Replacement' checkbox (Ground or Roof), with unit size and site plan indication
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed mechanical/HVAC contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
- RequiredEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer cut sheets/specifications required for A/C unit replacement (marked '**Specifications Required' on the application)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A/C Replacement Permit | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section; matches GL Account 10-32-21, Code 501 shown on the A/C Replacement Application form |
| Issuing Each Mechanical Permit (Base Fee) | $50 | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
| Forced-Air/Gravity-Type Furnace (up to 100,000 BTU/H) | $15 per installation | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 02 |
| Forced-Air/Gravity-Type Furnace (over 100,000 BTU/H) | $18 per installation | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 02 |
| Boiler/Compressor or Absorption System (tiered by horsepower/BTU) | $15 (up to 3 HP/100,000 BTU/H) to $93 (over 50 HP/1,750,000 BTU/H) | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 05 |
| Air-Handling Unit (up to 10,000 cfm / over 10,000 cfm) | $11 / $18 per unit | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 06 |
| Evaporative Cooler (other than portable) | $11 per cooler | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 07 |
| Supplemental Permit (original not expired/canceled/finaled) | $7 | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 01 |
| Two or More Trades Involved | $100 | City of Somerton Mechanical Fee Sheet, Category 01 |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted residential solar photovoltaic systems in the City of Somerton. Applications are submitted on the City's dedicated Solar Installation Building Application, which captures system size (inverter power in kW), module/inverter counts, roof area/coverage, and roof type (flat or pitched).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Solar PV installation requires a building permit via the City's dedicated Solar Installation Building Application
- Application must specify Service ID, Meter ID, total inverter power (kW), number of PV modules, number of inverters, total roof area, roof coverage percentage, and roof type (flat or pitched)
- Two (2) sets of scaled plans required: Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Elevations Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, Framing Details
- Governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the City of Somerton for electrical interconnection work
- Fee is tiered by system size: 0-10kW vs. above 10kW
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Installation Building ApplicationCity of Somerton dedicated Solar Installation form capturing system specifications (kW, module/inverter counts, roof type/coverage)
- RequiredTwo (2) Sets of Scaled PlansSite Plan, Elevations Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Plumbing & Electrical Plans, Framing Details
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed solar/electrical contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Photovoltaic System Permit Fee (0 to 10 kW) | $150 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section |
| Solar Photovoltaic System Permit Fee (above 10 kW) | $350 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section |
| Solar Photovoltaic System Permit Fee — Residential and Non-Residential Installation (alternate line item in same Resolution) | $100 | Resolution No. 2026-004 lists this as a second, separately-labeled Solar Photovoltaic System Permit Fee line immediately below the tiered $150/$350 table; the tiered figures are treated as the primary/authoritative fee structure since they are more specific to system size, but this flat $100 alternate line item appears in the same current fee resolution and should be confirmed with Community Development staff at time of application if it applies to a specific installation type |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in the City of Somerton, using the City's dedicated Demolition Building Application. A flat fee applies and the City requires two inspections for demolition permits.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing any structure within Somerton city limits
- Application must indicate number of buildings and housing units affected
- Building Application Form ('Other: Demolition' checked) plus Building Contractor's Information page required
- Two inspections are required for demolition permits per the City's fee schedule
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Building ApplicationCity of Somerton Building Application Form, 'Other: Demolition' indicated, submitted via portal, email, or in person
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's Information / Owner-Builder ExemptionLicensed demolition contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section: 'Demolition Permit (will require 2 inspections) — $50' |
Fence / Block Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for block, Mexican brick, or other masonry perimeter wall/fence construction of 6 feet in height or greater in the City of Somerton. Uses the City's general Permit Application (Wall Fence checkbox) and must conform to City of Yuma Standard Detail Drawing No. 3-310, which Somerton has adopted by reference for non-retaining concrete block wall construction.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required from the City Building Official when wall height is 6 feet or greater
- Construction must conform to City of Yuma Standard Detail Drawing No. 3-310 (Non-Retaining Concrete Block Wall): grouted vertical reinforcing steel (#4 bars at 24 in. O.C.), Class 'B' concrete footing, ASTM C-90 Grade 'A' concrete block, plumb walls, expansion joints at maximum 50-ft spacing
- Application must specify type of block, size of rebar, and footing depth x width
- Building safety inspection required prior to placing footing concrete and grouting activities
- Walls may not extend into visibility triangles at alleys, driveways, and street intersections
- Graffiti-inhibiting coating required for walls within City right-of-way
Required documents
- RequiredWall/Fence Permit ApplicationCity of Somerton general Permit Application, 'Wall Fence: Block, Mexican brick or other' checkbox, with type of block, rebar size, and footing dimensions specified
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed block wall contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wall/Fence Construction Permit | $50 | Resolution No. 2026-004, Building Safety Fees section ('Fence Construction Permit — $50'); matches GL Account 10-32-21, Code 501 shown on the Block Wall Application form |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedThe City of Somerton has no separate electric-vehicle-charging-station permit or dedicated EV/EVSE fee line-item. An EV charger installation is treated as electrical work under the same Electrical Permit process documented in this file's Electrical Permit entry (governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted), with the itemized Electrical Fee Sheet's 'Power Apparatus' unit-fee category (Category 06, which explicitly covers motors, generators, transformers, A/C units, heat pumps, and similar equipment tiered by HP/kW/kVA rating) the closest applicable fee line for a rated charging unit, plus the standard $50 base fee for issuing an electrical permit.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for the EV charger circuit, governed by the 2014 NEC as adopted by the City of Somerton with local amendments — same requirement and application track as this file's Electrical Permit entry
- No dedicated EV/EVSE checkbox, application form, or fee line was found on the City's Building Permit Applications page, Electrical Fee Sheet, or Resolution No. 2026-004 fee schedule
- Fee computed from the itemized Electrical Fee Sheet unit-fee categories applicable to the installed equipment (e.g., Power Apparatus Category 06, tiered by HP/kW/kVA rating, for a rated charging unit; or Service Entrance Panel fees if a panel upgrade is also performed), plus the standard $50 base fee for issuing an electrical permit
- Licensed electrical contractor ROC number/class or Owner-Builder exemption declaration required, same as the general Electrical Permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationGeneral Permit Application form (no dedicated EV/EVSE checkbox), submitted via portal, email, or in person
- RequiredBuilding Contractor's InformationLicensed electrical contractor ROC number and class, or Owner-Builder exemption declaration
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuing Each Electrical Permit (Base Fee) | $50 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004, Electrical Permit Fees section — no dedicated EV/EVSE fee line exists |
| Power Apparatus (closest applicable category for a rated charging unit) | $5 (up to 1 HP/kW) to $67 (over 100 HP/kW), tiered by rating | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet, Category 06 — covers motors, generators, transformers, A/C, heat pumps, and similar rated equipment; not an EV-specific line, but the closest published category matching a rated charging unit |
| Service Entrance Panel up to 200 amps (if panel upgrade required) | $50 | City of Somerton Electrical Fee Sheet; Resolution No. 2026-004 |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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