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Commercial Building Permit in Unincorporated Box Elder County, Utah

Required for new commercial construction in unincorporated Box Elder County. The county publishes a dedicated 'Commercial Building Permit Submittal Required Documents' checklist distinct from the residential checklist, and its 2026 Fee Schedule publishes a materially higher Plan Review Fee percentage and Plan Review Deposit for commercial projects than for dwellings, while the base Building Permit Fee still uses the same 'State ICC Fee Structure' (valuation-based, no separate commercial dollar table published).

Verified 2026-07-19 · Source

When you need this permit

  • New commercial construction
  • Site-specific soils report meeting IBC Section 1802 requirements, no older than 2 years, for all commercial projects and new subdivisions (additions to existing facilities under 3,000 sq ft are exempt), per the county's Design Criteria document
  • Architectural code analysis: occupancy classification, building construction type, design criteria, occupant loads
  • Fire Flow (water availability) report, if required by the Fire Marshal's recommendation, prior to permit issuance
  • ADA accessible route, parking, and restrooms where applicable

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Fee schedule

Building Permit FeeBox Elder County 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds — same generic 'Adopts State ICC Fee Structure' base fee applies to both residential and commercial; contact the Building Official for a project-specific fee quote.
State ICC Fee Structure (valuation-based; no flat dollar table published)
Plan Review Fee — CommercialBox Elder County 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds, re-verified 2026-07-19 — a materially higher rate than the 50% charged for Dwellings.
65% of Building Permit Fee
Plan Review Deposit — CommercialBox Elder County 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds, re-verified 2026-07-19 — higher than the $1,700.00 Dwellings deposit.
$2,500.00
State SurchargeBox Elder County 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds
1% of Building Permit Fee
Hourly Rate Beyond 50-Mile Radius (inspection travel) / Over 1 Hour Travel Time (plan review)Box Elder County 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds — relevant to commercial projects in remote parts of the county.
$100.00 per hour

Review timeline

Plan reviewUnincorporated Box Elder County’s published plan-review target
7–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footing

    After trenches/holes excavated and forms/reinforcement in place, before concrete pour.

  2. 2

    Foundation

    When reinforcement, forms, and hold-downs/bolts are placed and ready, prior to pouring concrete.

  3. 3

    Rough 4-Way

    After electrical, mechanical, and plumbing roughs, roof and framing, windows/doors installed.

  4. 4

    Fire Flow / Fire Marshal Review

    If required by the Fire Marshal's recommendation prior to permit issuance, per the Commercial Building Permit Submittal Required Documents checklist.

  5. 5

    Insulation

    After Rough inspections approved and required insulation completed per energy compliance documents.

  6. 6

    Final 4-Way

    All permanent roofing, siding, exterior doors/windows, interior finishes, ADA accessible route/parking/restrooms (if applicable), and finish grade/drainage complete.

See the full Unincorporated Box Elder County inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Commercial plan review carries a materially higher fee (65% of the building permit fee, $2,500 deposit) than the residential dwelling rate (50%, $1,700 deposit) — budget accordingly, per the county's 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds.
  • Box Elder County publishes a dedicated 'Commercial Building Permit Submittal Required Documents' checklist distinct from the residential document list — includes an architectural code analysis, Com Check energy compliance, Fire Flow report (if required), and ADA accessibility documentation not required for standard residential permits.
  • A site-specific soils report (IBC Section 1802, no older than 2 years) is required for all commercial projects and new subdivisions, per the county's Design Criteria document.

Frequently asked questions

Unincorporated Box Elder County requires a commercial building permit for: New commercial construction; Site-specific soils report meeting IBC Section 1802 requirements, no older than 2 years, for all commercial projects and new subdivisions (additions to existing facilities under 3,000 sq ft are exempt), per the county's Design Criteria document; Architectural code analysis: occupancy classification, building construction type, design criteria, occupant loads; Fire Flow (water availability) report, if required by the Fire Marshal's recommendation, prior to permit issuance; ADA accessible route, parking, and restrooms where applicable. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Box Elder County Building Permits / Inspection at (435) 734-2634 before starting work.

Per the county's 2026 Fee Schedule for Buildings & Grounds, the Commercial Plan Review Fee is 65% of the Building Permit Fee, with a $2,500.00 non-refundable Plan Review Deposit — both higher than the 50% / $1,700.00 rates charged for residential dwellings.

Unincorporated Box Elder County's published plan-review target for a commercial building permit is 7–10 business days.

Per the county's official 'Commercial Building Permit Submittal Required Documents' checklist: a site plan with zoning approval, architectural code analysis, floor plan with egress distances, footing/foundation plan, framing plans, elevations, wall section, electrical/mechanical/HVAC plans, energy code compliance (Com Check), gas line schematic, stamped structural engineering, a Fire Flow report if required by the Fire Marshal, and ADA accessibility documentation where applicable.

Unincorporated Box Elder County requires 6 inspection(s) for a commercial building permit, in order: Footing, Foundation, Rough 4-Way, Fire Flow / Fire Marshal Review, Insulation, Final 4-Way. Schedule each through Box Elder County Building Permits / Inspection ((435) 734-2634).

Apply through Box Elder County Building Permits / Inspection at 1 S Main Street, Room 19, Brigham City, UT 84302. Phone: (435) 734-2634, email: cillum@boxeldercountyut.gov. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (per Box Elder County Building Permits/Inspection page). Official information: https://www.boxeldercountyut.gov/195/Building-Permits-Inspection.

Unincorporated Box Elder County, Utah has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(a) (https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/Chapter2/15A-2-S103.html), in force statewide since 7/1/2026 and binding on counties under §15A-1-204. Box Elder County's own '2021 Adopted Code' document (DocumentCenter/View/173) still lists the 2021 IBC with Appendix J only (no Appendix C) — live-checked 2026-07-16, the county's own document has not been updated to the current statewide edition.; 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendix AQ — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(b)/(c); this edition is UNCHANGED from the prior code cycle. Box Elder County's own document lists the 2021 IRC (without a distinct Appendix AQ citation) — live-checked 2026-07-16, consistent with the current statute on the base edition.; 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(d). Box Elder County's own document still lists the 2021 IPC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(e). Box Elder County's own document still lists the 2021 IMC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(f). Box Elder County's own document still lists the 2021 IFGC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(g); this edition is UNCHANGED from the prior code cycle. Box Elder County's own '2021 Adopted Code' document lists the 2017 NEC — live-checked 2026-07-16, a genuine and long-standing discrepancy in the county's own published document (not a transcription error); confirm the currently enforced edition directly with the Chief Building Official, Codey Illum, at (435) 734-3303 before relying on this for a live electrical project.; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — one code, no residential/commercial split, per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(h). Box Elder County's own document lists the 2021 IECC (also undifferentiated by residential/commercial) — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), subject to Utah Code §15A-2-104(2) (the HUD Code) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(i)/(j). Box Elder County's own document lists the 2021 IEBC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.; Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — governs statewide per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(n). Box Elder County's own '2021 Adopted Code' document does not list any ISPSC edition — live-checked 2026-07-16; added here per the statute, not omitted.; Modular Building Institute (MBI) Standards 1200 and 1205 — governs statewide per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(o). Not separately listed in Box Elder County's own '2021 Adopted Code' document — live-checked 2026-07-16.. Local amendments apply — see the Unincorporated Box Elder County overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-19.

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