This is PermitBase’s published record for Kaysville 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 It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Kaysville building permits
VerifiedKaysville, Utah — as published 2026-07-04.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — one- & two-family dwellings and townhomes; as adopted by the State of Utah (Utah Code § 15A-2-103); Kaysville Design Criteria (kaysville.gov/750/Design-Criteria)2021 International Building Code (IBC) — commercial construction; Utah Code § 15A-2-103; Kaysville Design Criteria2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — commercial; Utah Code § 15A-2-103; Kaysville Design Criteria2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — commercial; Utah Code § 15A-2-103; Kaysville Design Criteria2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — commercial; Utah Code § 15A-2-103; Kaysville Design Criteria2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — commercial; Utah Code § 15A-2-103; Kaysville Design Criteria2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — commercial; Kaysville Design Criteria2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); Kaysville Design CriteriaNOTE: Effective July 1, 2026 — 2024 editions of IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC replace the 2021 editions statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective 7/1/2026); Kaysville has not published a page update reflecting this transition as of last verification — confirm current adopted edition with the Building Department at (801) 544-1363 near/after that date
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in Kaysville, governed by the 2021 IRC. Applications are submitted through the Cityinspect online portal.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family, duplex, or townhome construction
- Additions requiring structural work
- Structural modifications — load-bearing wall removal, foundation alterations
- Conversion of non-habitable space to habitable space
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3; create an account on first use
- RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction with trusses
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee — Residential | $25 (non-refundable deposit, processed upfront toward total building fees due upon issuance) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees), applies to applications received after Jan 17, 2023 |
| Building Permit Fee | Valuation-based per ICC Current Valuation Data | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page: 'Building Permit fee is based on Valuation - valuation based on ICC Current Valuation Data (averaging $2,500) plus a 1% State education fee and a 25% plan check fee.' |
| State Education Fee | 1% of permit fee | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Plan Check Fee | 25% of permit fee | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Construction Bond — New Single Family Dwelling | $1,500 (refundable upon final occupancy inspection approval) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Parks/Recreation Impact Fee | $4,480 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) — new single-family dwellings |
| Water Impact Fee | $769 (3/4-inch meter) or $1,282 (1-inch meter) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Water Meter/Connection Fee | $345 (3/4-inch) or $400 (1-inch) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Sewer Impact Fee | $2,400 (Central Davis Sewer District) or $3,454.03 (North Davis Sewer District), depending on service area | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Roadway Facilities Impact Fee | $1,330 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Public Safety Facilities Impact Fee | $356 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Fire Facilities Impact Fee | $296 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Power Impact Fee | $954–$1,908 (varies by amperage) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) — Kaysville operates its own municipal power utility |
| Credit Card Convenience Fee | 3% (American Express not accepted regardless of amount) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees), effective August 2022; checks and e-checks bypass this fee |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Kaysville. Kaysville charges a single flat fee regardless of square footage, intentionally kept low to encourage permitting.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window per IRC R310)
- Adding a bathroom (requires plumbing work)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- RequiredRemodel ChecklistExisting layout of the home and proposed floor plan; per Kaysville's published Remodel Checklist (kaysville.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4911/Remodel-Checklist)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Finish/Remodel Permit | $245.70 flat fee, regardless of square footage | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees): 'This fee has intentionally remained the same for years to encourage residents to apply for a permit and covers the plan review, the 4-way, insulation and final inspection.' |
Mechanical / HVAC / Water Heater Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace, air conditioning, and water heater installation or replacement in Kaysville. Governed by the 2021 IMC (commercial) and the IRC mechanical provisions (residential). Kaysville publishes a single flat fee covering furnace, A/C, and water heater work.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or boiler installation or replacement
- Air conditioning system installation or replacement
- Water heater installation or replacement (including like-for-like swaps)
- Ductwork installation or major modification
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- OptionalUtah HVAC/Plumbing Contractor License (DOPL)Required for work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace / A/C / Water Heater Permit | $65.65 flat fee | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
Electrical Permit / Service Upgrade
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Kaysville including service upgrades, panel changes, new circuits, and rewiring. Governed by the 2023 NEC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g)). Kaysville operates its own municipal electric utility (Kaysville City Power).
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical service upgrade (e.g., 200-amp panel upgrade)
- New electrical circuits, rewiring, or adding outlets/switches/fixtures
- Generator connections
- Solar panel electrical connections (see Solar Panel Permit)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service changes — 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 Service Upgrade Permit | $195 plus any impact fee difference (e.g., amperage increase) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Power Extension Fee (400-amp upgrade example) | $535.60 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) — Kaysville City Power extension fee cited for a 400-amp upgrade scenario |
| Power Impact Fee | $954–$1,908 (varies by amperage) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof tear-off and re-roofing in Kaysville since January 1, 2020. Ice barrier and inspection requirements are specifically published by the city.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Any roof replacement requiring tear-off of old roofing (permit required since Jan 1, 2020)
- Ice barrier required on all roofs per Kaysville Roofing Requirements
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- 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 | Not separately published as a flat fee on the Building Permit Fees page — call (801) 544-1363 to confirm current fee | Kaysville's published fee page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) lists furnace/A-C/water-heater ($65.65), basement finish ($245.70), pools, and solar as flat/itemized fees but does not list a discrete roofing-permit fee line. Roofing Requirements page (kaysville.gov/753/Roofing-Requirements) confirms the permit requirement (effective Jan 1, 2020) and inspection process but does not publish a fee figure. |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop solar PV systems in Kaysville. Kaysville operates its own municipal electric utility (Kaysville City Power); a separate electrical fee applies alongside the base solar permit fee and plan review.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar PV installation
- Electrical connection to Kaysville City Power (net metering agreement required for grid-tied systems)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- RequiredStructural AnalysisRoof load calculation confirming the structure can support the panels
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels to inverter to main panel and Kaysville City Power meter
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Solar Permit — Base Fee | $260 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Residential Solar Permit — Electrical Component | $375 additional | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees): 'Residential Solar: $260 + $375 electrical + plan review' |
| Plan Review | Additional fee, amount not separately itemized | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) lists 'plan review' as an added component of the solar fee without a specific dollar figure or percentage — call (801) 544-1363 to confirm exact plan-review cost for solar. |
Residential Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of residential swimming pools in Kaysville. Governed by the 2021 ISPSC provisions incorporated under the state-adopted code suite and Kaysville's Design Criteria.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- In-ground or above-ground pool installation exceeding code thresholds
- Pool barrier/fencing per code
- Electrical bonding and grounding for pool equipment
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- RequiredSite PlanPool location, setbacks, barrier/fence layout
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Pool Permit | $260 | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
| Construction Bond — Pools | $500 (refundable upon final inspection approval) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
Internal Accessory Dwelling Unit (IADU)
VerifiedKaysville City Code 17-31-3 allows Internal Accessory Dwelling Units (IADUs) only — located within the primary dwelling — in response to Utah HB 82 (2021). Detached ADUs (garage apartments, 'granny flats') are explicitly NOT permitted as dwellings in Kaysville.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- IADU must be located within the primary dwelling (internal only — no detached structures)
- Property owner must occupy either the IADU or the primary dwelling as their primary residence
- One dedicated paved parking space for the IADU, in addition to a standard 2-car garage and 2-car driveway
- A permit is required if the IADU is occupied by someone other than a related family member
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3. No structural alterations are required to add an IADU, but any home modifications (additions, remodels) require a separate building permit.
- RequiredFloor PlanShowing IADU layout within the primary dwelling, separate entrance, and parking arrangement
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IADU Permit (non-family occupant) | Not published on kaysville.gov/818/Internal-Accessory-Dwelling-Units or the Building Permit Fees page as a discrete line item | Kaysville's IADU page (kaysville.gov/818/Internal-Accessory-Dwelling-Units) states a permit is required when a non-family member occupies the unit but does not publish a specific fee figure. If the IADU involves construction/remodeling, that work would be charged under standard building-permit valuation fees (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees). Contact the Building Department at (801) 544-1363 to confirm the exact IADU occupancy-permit fee. |
Accessory Building / Addition / Carport Permit
VerifiedRequired for detached garages, sheds, carports, and covered patios over 200 sq ft, or any accessory structure with electrical/plumbing regardless of size, in Kaysville.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Accessory structures 200 sq ft or larger
- Any accessory structure (regardless of size) with added electrical and/or plumbing
- Cannot be placed in front yards or required side yards
- Structures 200+ sq ft must be at least 1 foot from property lines
- Total accessory building area capped at the lesser of 10% of lot area or 3,000 sq ft (absent conditional use approval)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- RequiredAccessory Building/Addition/Carport ChecklistKaysville's published checklist (kaysville.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5227/Accessory-BuildingAdditionCarport-Checklist)
- RequiredSite PlanShowing structure location, setbacks, and lot coverage calculation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Valuation-based per ICC Current Valuation Data, plus 1% state education fee and 25% plan check fee | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) — accessory buildings are charged under the same valuation-based building-permit fee structure as additions |
| Construction Bond — Additions/Detached Garages/Accessory Buildings | $500 (refundable upon final inspection approval) | Kaysville City Building Permit Fees page (kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees) |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired to demolish all or part of a structure in Kaysville. Includes a Historic Preservation Commission review window, mandatory utility disconnects, and an asbestos removal report requirement. Kaysville publishes a dedicated Demolition Checklist.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Complete or partial demolition of any structure
- Utility disconnects (natural gas, secondary water, power, water) completed PRIOR to demolition
- Asbestos Removal Report from a State-approved asbestos removal company
- Demolition notification permit from the Utah Division of Air Quality (DAQ)
- Historic Preservation Society approval/documentation window for applicable structures
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Application (Cityinspect)Apply online at https://utah.cityinspect.com/register?registration_id=b6YPk5XkR3
- RequiredDemolition Site PlanPer Kaysville's Demolition Checklist (kaysville.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5224/Demo-Checklist) — notes whether foundation/basement is removed, pedestrian protection/traffic control, fire safety compliance with IFC Chapter 33
- RequiredAsbestos Removal ReportFrom a State-approved asbestos removal company, stating whether asbestos is present and how it will be removed
- RequiredUtah DAQ Demolition Notification PermitRequired from the Utah Division of Air Quality (801-536-4000) before demolition; https://deq.utah.gov/air-quality/air-quality-permitting
- RequiredPhotos of Structure Being DemolishedFor Historic Preservation Society review
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Deposit — Demolition | $200 per structure demolition (or manufactured home set in a manufactured home park) | Kaysville City Building Permits page (kaysville.gov/182/Building-Permits): 'Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) for each demolition of a structure or manufactured home set in a manufactured home park.' Bond released upon passing Final inspection and Bond Release. |
| Demolition Permit Fee | Not separately published as a flat fee on kaysville.gov/749/Building-Permit-Fees or the Demo Checklist | Kaysville's published fee page does not list a discrete demolition permit fee line item distinct from the $200 performance deposit; call (801) 544-1363 to confirm any additional permit fee. |
Fence Permit
VerifiedKaysville does not require a building permit for a standard residential backyard fence up to 6 feet tall in most residential zones. Corner lot visibility restrictions apply.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Most residential fences up to 6 feet tall do not require a permit
- Corner lots: no fencing/landscaping/obstruction higher than 2 feet within 30 feet of the intersecting property line
- Confirm with Planning & Zoning for fences exceeding standard height or in non-standard zones
Required documents
- OptionalNone required for standard fencesNo permit application is published as required for standard backyard fences up to 6 ft; contact Planning & Zoning at (801) 546-1241 to confirm if your specific fence design or zone requires review
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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