This is PermitBase’s published record for Clearfield as of 2026-07-04. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Clearfield building permits
VerifiedClearfield, Utah — as published 2026-07-04.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Building Code (IBC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/2023, effective July 1, 20232021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232015 International Residential Code Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/2023 (residential energy provisions)2015 International Energy Conservation Code, residential provisions — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Energy Conservation Code, commercial provisions — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Fuel and Gas Code (IFGC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/20232020 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Clearfield City Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/2023 (Clearfield's own published document lists the 2020 edition; this is one cycle behind the 2023 NEC baseline confirmed in neighboring Davis County cities — Clearfield's Design Criteria document is the only NEC-edition source found for this city and has not been superseded by a newer published revision as of verification)NOTE: A prior commercial-permit checklist PDF (undated content, hosted under a 2021 upload path) lists 2018 IBC/IMC/IPC, 2017 NEC, 2018 IFCI, 2018 IECC as 'Current Codes' — this is superseded by the Design Criteria and Adopted Codes document (rev. 9/29/2023, effective 7/1/2023) cited above, which is the more recent and more specific authority on adopted code editions
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, structural alterations, and most repairs to residential buildings in Clearfield, governed by the 2021 IRC. Two complete sets of plans are required for residential submittals.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or multi-family residential construction
- Room additions
- Detached or attached garages
- Structural modifications or replacement/repair of any structural component
- Basement finishes and remodels involving moving walls, windows, or doors
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available; plans may also be submitted through permits@clearfieldcity.org. Two complete sets of plans and specifications required.
- RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationPer 2015 IRC Chapter 11 / 2015 IECC residential provisions (Design Criteria and Adopted Codes, rev. 9/29/2023)
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction with trusses
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $1–$500 | $23.50 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $501–$2,000 | $23.50 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,001–$25,000 | $69.25 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,001–$50,000 | $391.75 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,001–$100,000 | $643.75 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $993.75 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $3,233.75 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Building Permit — valuation over $1,000,000 | $5,608.75 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Plan Check Fee — Residential (and pools) | 20% of the building permit fee | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Plan Check Deposit — New Residential Construction | $250 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Residential 'Identical Plans' Review | $100 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47 per hour (minimum charge 0.5 hours for inspections with no fee specifically indicated: $25 each) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Inspection Outside Normal Business Hours | $47 per hour, minimum charge of two hours | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| State Surcharge | 1% may be applicable to building permit fees | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025): 'A 1% state surcharge may be applicable to building permit fees.' |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Clearfield including new circuits, panel upgrades, service changes, and new wiring. Governed by the 2020 National Electrical Code as adopted per Clearfield's Design Criteria and Adopted Codes (rev. 9/29/2023). Clearfield does not publish a separate electrical fee table — electrical work is charged under the same building valuation table as other building permits.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits or wiring installations
- Electrical panel upgrades or replacements
- Service entrance changes
- Adding or relocating outlets, switches, or fixtures
- Solar panel electrical connections
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction — panel schedule and circuit layout
- OptionalUtah Electrical Contractor License (DOPL)Required for work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table (see residential building permit fees) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate electrical fee table is published; electrical work is assessed under the same building valuation table (verified by full-text review of the fee schedule PDF). |
| Additional Electrical Outlet (specific line item found in fee schedule, context unclear — appears under a special-event/booth fee section, not the general building-permit section) | $130.00 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — listed under 'July 4th Booth Fees'; this appears to be an event-vendor charge, not a standard residential/commercial electrical permit fee. Included for completeness but flagged as likely inapplicable to typical electrical permits. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47 per hour (minimum 0.5 hour / $25 for unspecified inspections) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Clearfield including water heaters, fixture additions, and gas line work. Governed by the 2021 IPC per Clearfield's Design Criteria and Adopted Codes (rev. 9/29/2023). Charged under the same building valuation fee table as other building permits.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations or new installations/replacing lines
- Water heater installation or replacement
- Gas line installation or modification
- Water line or sewer line replacement or extension
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- OptionalUtah Plumbing Contractor License (DOPL)Required for work not performed by the homeowner on their primary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table (see residential building permit fees) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate plumbing fee table is published; plumbing work is assessed under the same building valuation table. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47 per hour (minimum 0.5 hour / $25 for unspecified inspections) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and gas fireplace/log installations in Clearfield. Governed by the 2021 IMC and 2021 IFGC per Clearfield's Design Criteria and Adopted Codes (rev. 9/29/2023). Charged under the same building valuation fee table.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Heating and air conditioning installations or replacements
- Boiler installation or replacement
- Gas log or gas line installation
- Fireplace installation (wood, pellet, or gas)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, heat pump, boiler, or fireplace
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table (see residential building permit fees) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate mechanical fee table is published; mechanical work is assessed under the same building valuation table. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47 per hour (minimum 0.5 hour / $25 for unspecified inspections) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for reroofing (complete replacement) in Clearfield; minor roof repairs do not require a permit. Fees are valuation-based per the building permit fee table.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Reroofing (complete roof replacement)
- Structural roof repairs
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- OptionalUtah Roofing Contractor License (DOPL)Required if work is not performed by the homeowner on their primary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table (see residential building permit fees) | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate roofing fee table is published; reroofing is assessed under the same building valuation table. |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for decks over 30 inches above grade in Clearfield, with or without covers; decks 30 inches or less above grade with no roof do not require a permit. Fees are valuation-based.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Decks over 30 inches above grade (with or without covers)
- Porch/patio covers and awnings
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, and ledger attachment method
- RequiredSite PlanDeck location showing setbacks from property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table (see residential building permit fees); plan check 20% of permit fee | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate deck fee table is published; deck construction is assessed under the same building valuation table. |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Clearfield, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Governed by the 2021 IRC.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Basement finishes
- Remodels involving moving walls, windows, or doors
- Room finishes involving structural or MEP work
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, door locations, and smoke/CO detector placement
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Finish Permit | Valuation-based per building permit fee table; plan check 20% of permit fee | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — no separate basement-finish fee table is published; charged under the same building valuation table. |
Fence Permit
VerifiedA fence permit (not a building permit) is required for most new fences in Clearfield; masonry or concrete fences require a full building permit. Ordinary fences (except masonry/concrete) need only the fence permit.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- New fence construction (fence permit required; masonry/concrete fences require a building permit)
- Masonry or concrete fences (building permit required)
Required documents
- RequiredFence Permit / Building Permit ApplicationOnline application and payment available, or submit through permits@clearfieldcity.org
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit | Not published as a discrete line item in the Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) — the schedule was searched in full text for 'fence' with no dedicated fee found | The 'When Do I Need a Building Permit?' handout confirms fences (except masonry/concrete) require a fence permit, distinct from a building permit — but no dollar amount for this fence permit is published anywhere in the current Consolidated Fee Schedule. Masonry/concrete fences are charged under the standard building valuation table. Contact (801) 525-2701 for the current fence permit fee. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in Clearfield. Clearfield publishes a specific flat demolition permit fee, unlike some neighboring Davis County cities that only use valuation-based fees.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Complete or partial demolition of any structure
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition ApplicationSubmit through permits@clearfieldcity.org or the online portal; include scope of demolition and disposal plan
- RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected prior to demolition
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit (including inspections) | $150 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025): 'Demolition permit (including inspections) — $150' |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for permanent and temporary signage in Clearfield. Fees are flat and published in the Consolidated Fee Schedule under Planning & Zoning fees.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Permanent sign installation
- Temporary sign installation
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmit through the Community Development Department, (801) 525-2701
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit — Permanent | $500 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025), Planning & Zoning section: 'Sign Permit: Permanent — $500' |
| Sign Permit — Temporary | $100 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025), Planning & Zoning section: 'Temporary — $100' |
Street Cut / Excavation Permit
VerifiedRequired for any excavation, boring, or street-cut work in Clearfield rights-of-way. Fees vary by excavation type, road age, and season (winter excavations cost double).
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Street cuts and lateral/longitudinal excavations in the public right-of-way
- Boring, curb/gutter removal, open trench, or sidewalk/misc. concrete work in the right-of-way
Required documents
- RequiredStreet Cut Permit (Excavation Permit) ApplicationSubmit through the Community Development Department, (801) 525-2701
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Street Cut Permit — Application Fee (includes two inspections) | $60 per inspection | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Street Cut Permit — Inspection Fee | $1.26 per square foot | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Lateral excavation (roads older than 1 year) | $60 per lane cut | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Lateral excavation (roads newer than 1 year) | $120 per lane cut | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Winter Excavations (Oct. 15 – April 15) | 2x the standard permit fees | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
| Bond per lateral excavation | $1,000 | Clearfield City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Chapter 5 (Ordinance 2025-16, adopted 6-24-2025) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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