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Farmington building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Farmington, Utah.

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address
160 S. Main St. / P.O. Box 160, Farmington, UT 84025-0160
Phone
(801) 451-2383
Office hours
Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Residential Building Permit Application Packet, H. Gordon rev. 4.24.2020)
Website
Official site

Published scheduling rules

  • Many everyday signs are fully exempt from Title 15 and do not need a sign permit: public-agency/legal-notice signs, tombstones and historical plaques, small religious symbols (≤4 sq ft), signs more than 25 feet from a public street or not intended to be viewed from one, indoor non-animated signs, vehicle logos on licensed commercial vehicles (not used as parked static displays), art without an advertising message, gas pump/vending machine/drive-in menu signage, and short-term event signs like garage-sale or lost-and-found notices (max 4 per event, up ≤24 hours before and removed immediately after) — City Code § 15-2-100. (Sign Permit)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Residential Building Permit

  1. 1

    Footings

    Excavation complete and forms in place, before concrete pour

  2. 2

    Foundation

    Foundation walls and rebar before backfill

  3. 3

    Underground Plumbing

    Underground plumbing lines before slab pour

  4. 4

    Water and Sewer Laterals

    Water and sewer lateral connections verified against as-built drawings

  5. 5

    Temporary Power Pedestal

    If passed, the City emails clearance to Rocky Mountain Power; owner/contractor must have an account set up with the power company before power is turned on (1-888-221-7070)

  6. 6

    4-Way (Framing/Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical Rough-In)

    Building enclosed, structural members still exposed, rough-in for heating, plumbing, and electrical work in place and visible

  7. 7

    Gas Line

    If passed, the City sends clearance to Dominion Energy

  8. 8

    Insulation

    Insulation installed, before drywall

  9. 9

    Brick Flashing

    Masonry veneer flashing inspection where applicable

  10. 10

    Permanent Power

    If passed, the City emails clearance to Rocky Mountain Power

  11. 11

    Final

    All work complete; a final inspection is required or the permit becomes non-compliant and may result in a lien against the property

  12. 12

    Final Site/Grading

    Scheduled separately with the Storm Water/Environmental Specialist, Brent White, (801) 939-9286

Applies to: Commercial Building Permit

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footing

    Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts, per 2024 IBC.

  2. 2

    Underground Plumbing

    Underground plumbing lines before slab pour.

  3. 3

    4-Way (Framing/Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical Rough-In)

    Building enclosed, structural members still exposed, rough-in for heating, plumbing, and electrical work in place and visible.

  4. 4

    Fire / Life Safety

    Fire sprinkler/alarm systems inspected where required by the adopted IBC/IFC.

  5. 5

    Final

    All work complete; a final inspection is required or the permit becomes non-compliant.

Applies to: Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit

  1. 1

    Framing / Structural (if applicable)

    Interior wall framing and structural connections verified before close-in, where the scope includes structural work.

  2. 2

    MEP Rough-In

    Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-in for the tenant space, inspected before walls closed.

  3. 3

    Fire / Life Safety (if applicable)

    Fire sprinkler/alarm modifications inspected where required by the adopted IBC/IFC.

  4. 4

    Final

    All tenant-finish or remodel work complete before occupancy.

Applies to: Demolition Permit

  1. 1

    Pre-Demolition (Historic Preservation)

    Historic Preservation Commission review of the Remodel/Demolition Information Form, at least 10 days before demolition

  2. 2

    Pre-Demolition (Hazardous Materials)

    Davis County Environmental Health inspection for mercury thermostats/lamps, PCB ballasts/transformers, refrigerant units, and other hazardous materials

  3. 3

    Final / Site Clear

    Confirms utilities disconnected and site cleared per approved demolition plan

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler System Permit

  1. 1

    Flow

    Flow test of the sprinkler system, included in the base permit fee.

  2. 2

    Hydro

    Hydrostatic pressure test, included in the base permit fee.

  3. 3

    Final

    Final inspection and acceptance of the completed system, included in the base permit fee (3 inspections total included).

Applies to: Roofing Permit (Reroof / Roof Recover)

  1. 1

    Sheathing

    For a recover, the existing roof is inspected; ensures the roof surface is smooth with proper fastening and spacing of solid sheathing, and crickets installed if needed

  2. 2

    Ice Barrier

    Proper placement of ice barrier per 2021 IRC R905.1.2/R905.2.8.5

  3. 3

    Final

    Confirms roof was installed properly with all required vents, flashings, and drip edges

Applies to: Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Use / Occupancy)

  1. 1

    Zoning Compliance Review

    Review by the Zoning Administrator confirming the contemplated use of the land/building complies with Title 11 (Zoning), per City Code section 11-4-050.C.2.

  2. 2

    Building Official Sign-Off

    Building Official confirms the building complies with applicable building codes before the joint Certificate of Occupancy is issued, per City Code section 11-4-050.C.1.

Applies to: Solar Panel (PV) Permit

  1. 1

    Rough Electrical

    Verification of conduit, wire sizing, grounding/bonding, and disconnect placement per the submitted one-line diagram before the system is energized.

  2. 2

    Final Inspection

    Confirms racking/mounting attachment, roof-penetration sealing, module and inverter installation match approved plans, and required labeling is in place.

Final inspection only: EV Charger / EVSE Permit

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Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.

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