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Unincorporated Davis County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Davis County, Utah — as published 2026-07-01.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IBC)2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b); remains in force after July 1, 20262024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IPC)2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IMC)2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IFGC)2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); statewide in force. NOTE: Davis County's own website does not list a specific NEC edition — the statewide 2023 NEC is the legally in-force edition.2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IECC); Utah residential energy provisions effectively follow 2015 IECC residential2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); effective July 1, 2026 (replaces 2021 IEBC)2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), residential provisions — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n); effective July 1, 2026NOTE: Through June 30, 2026, the 2021 editions of IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC, IEBC, and ISPSC are in force per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective through 6/30/2026)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, structural alterations, and any work on gas, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems in Unincorporated Davis County. Per Davis County Code § 15.01.330, a permit is required for erection of any building or structure, any part thereof, or any alteration of any existing building that would permit the extension or enlargement of any use. All applications submitted through the Davis County online permit portal (iworq).
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family home or multi-family construction
- Additions to existing structures
- Structural alterations (load-bearing wall removal, foundation changes)
- Accessory structures exceeding 200 square feet
- Any work on gas, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems (including furnace and AC unit installations)
- Basement finishes, pools, carports
- Any other work at the discretion of the Davis County Community & Economic Development Office
Required documents
- RequiredDigital Plans/BlueprintsComplete engineered drawings including site plan with setbacks on all four sides, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details. Submitted digitally through the iworq permit portal.
- RequiredSite PlanMust show: property address, actual lot dimensions, size and location of all existing and proposed structures, driveways and parking, setbacks on all four sides, abutting streets, north arrow, scale, and assessor's parcel number.
- RequiredContractor DOPL License NumbersName, business address, and Utah DOPL license number for General, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical contractors (as applicable to scope of work).
- OptionalSewer Connection VerificationWritten verification from the respective sewer district, or Davis County Health Department approval for septic (if applicable).
- OptionalWater Connection VerificationWritten verification from the respective water district, or Davis County Health Department approval for a well (if applicable).
- OptionalOwner/Builder Certification FormRequired if no licensed contractors are used and the owner will complete all or part of the work.
- OptionalPermanent Power AgreementRequired for new construction.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $0.00–$7,500.00 | $200.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). Current fee schedule PDF posted at daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits. |
| Building Permit — valuation $7,501.00–$15,000.00 | $200.00 + $0.025 per dollar over $7,500.00 (maximum $387.50) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $15,001.00–$25,000.00 | $387.50 + $0.0188 per dollar over $15,000.00 (maximum $575.50) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,001.00–$50,000.00 | $575.50 + $0.0141 per dollar over $25,000.00 (maximum $928.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,001.00–$100,000.00 | $928.00 + $0.0106 per dollar over $50,000.00 (maximum $1,458.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001.00–$250,000.00 | $1,458.00 + $0.0080 per dollar over $100,000.00 (maximum $2,658.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $250,001.00–$500,000.00 | $2,658.00 + $0.006 per dollar over $250,000.00 (maximum $4,158.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001.00–$1,000,000.00 | $4,158.00 + $0.0045 per dollar over $500,000.00 (maximum $6,408.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $1,000,001.00–$2,000,000.00 | $6,408.00 + $0.0034 per dollar over $1,000,000.00 (maximum $9,808.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,000,001.00–$5,000,000.00 | $9,808.00 + $0.0026 per dollar over $2,000,000.00 (maximum $17,608.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Building Permit — valuation over $5,000,000.00 | $17,608.00 minimum + $96.00 per hour for each hour of service exceeding 183 hours | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). Payment due within 30 days of invoice for hours above 183. |
| Plan Review and Approval | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost of services, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Construction Bond — New Construction (refundable on approved final inspection) | $1,000.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). Refunded upon approved final inspection unless repairs to public street improvements are required. |
| Construction Bond — Remodel or Addition (refundable on approved final inspection) | $500.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Construction Bond — Accessory Units (refundable on approved final inspection) | $200.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). |
| Credit Card Processing Fee | 2.5% of total payment | Davis County building permits page (daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits). Applies to all credit card transactions. Avoid by mailing check or calling the office. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County uses a unified building permit for all construction trades including electrical — a separate electrical-only permit is not listed; electrical scope is included in the building permit application. Simple electrical-only work such as panel upgrades and power-to-panel repairs use the minimum building permit fee. EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general permit; neither the county's building permits page nor its fee schedule publish an EV-specific line item.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits or wiring installations
- Electrical panel upgrades or service changes
- Power-to-panel repairs or upgrades
- New meter installations
- Generator or solar panel electrical connections
- Any electrical work on gas, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems per Davis County Code § 15.01.330
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Davis County uses one permit application for all trades. Include electrical scope of work in the building permit application submitted at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net.
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction — panel schedule and circuit layout as applicable
- OptionalContractor DOPL LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL). Owner-builder form required if homeowner is doing work on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Power-to-Panel / Furnace / AC / New Meter (one inspection, no plan check, no bond) | $202.00 minimum | Grounded verbatim on the live Davis County Building Permits page (fetched 2026-07-01): 'Permits that require no plan check review, construction bond, and just one inspection; are the minimum $202. Examples of this include: furnaces & AC unit installations, power-to-panel repairs/upgrades, new meters, and any other item at the discretion of the Community & Economic Development Office.' The codified fee schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. 4-2017) lists a $200.00 base minimum; the county's own current webpage publishes $202 as the applicable minimum for these no-plan-check/no-bond/one-inspection permits — treated as the current published figure. Source: daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits. |
| Electrical scope included in building permit (new construction / major remodel) | Valuation-based per the Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017) | For projects that include electrical as part of a larger scope, include the electrical valuation in the total project valuation and apply the standard building permit fee table. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. May not apply to simple one-inspection permits. |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Unincorporated Davis County including water heaters, fixture additions, gas lines, and re-pipes. Davis County uses a unified building permit for all trades — include plumbing scope in the building permit application.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations
- Water heater installation or replacement
- Water line or sewer line replacement or extension
- Gas line installation or modification
- Backflow prevention device installation
- Any work on plumbing systems per Davis County Code § 15.01.330
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit the unified building permit application at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with plumbing scope of work described.
- OptionalPlumbing PlanIsometric or plan drawing showing fixture locations, pipe sizes, and drainage for larger projects
- OptionalContractor DOPL LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (DOPL). Owner-builder form if homeowner is doing work on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement / simple plumbing (one inspection, no plan check, no bond) | $202.00 minimum | Grounded verbatim on the live Davis County Building Permits page (fetched 2026-07-01): 'Permits that require no plan check review, construction bond, and just one inspection; are the minimum $202.' This category (simple, single-inspection, no-bond plumbing work such as a water heater swap) falls under that published minimum. The codified fee schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. 4-2017) lists a $200.00 base minimum; the county's current webpage publishes $202 as the applicable figure. Source: daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits. |
| Plumbing scope included in building permit (new construction / major remodel) | Valuation-based per the Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017) | Include plumbing valuation in total project valuation and apply the standard permit fee table. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A). May not apply to simple one-inspection permits. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County uses a unified building permit — include HVAC scope in the building permit application. Furnace and AC unit installations are specifically called out on the Davis County building permits page as requiring a permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or boiler installation or replacement
- Air conditioning system installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or major modification
- Evaporative cooler installation
- Fireplace installation (gas or wood — see also Wood Stove permit)
- Any work on mechanical systems per Davis County Code § 15.01.330
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit the unified building permit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with HVAC scope described.
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, heat pump, or evaporative cooler
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace or AC replacement (one inspection, no plan check, no bond) | $202.00 minimum | Grounded verbatim on the live Davis County Building Permits page (fetched 2026-07-01): 'Permits that require no plan check review, construction bond, and just one inspection; are the minimum $202. Examples of this include: furnaces & AC unit installations, power-to-panel repairs/upgrades, new meters.' Fee schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. 4-2017) lists a $200.00 codified base minimum; the county's current webpage publishes $202 as the applicable figure for these permits. Source: daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits. |
| HVAC scope included in building permit (new construction / major remodel) | Valuation-based per the Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017) | Include mechanical valuation in total project valuation. |
| Wood Stove | $288.00 flat fee | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). Current fee schedule PDF posted at daviscountyutah.gov. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A). May not apply to simple one-inspection permits. |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing, roof replacement, and structural roof repairs in Unincorporated Davis County. The Davis County fee schedule specifies a per-square-foot valuation method for reroof projects.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
- Overlay re-roofing (where code allows)
- Structural roof repairs or modifications
- Changes to roofing material type
- Any re-roofing per Davis County Code § 15.01.330
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with scope of work, total square footage, and roofing material described.
- OptionalContractor DOPL LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (DOPL)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Reroof — Valuation Method | $8.00 per square foot of roof area (then apply the standard Building Permit Fee Schedule table) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Reroof: $8.00 per square foot valuation.' Once valuation is determined (area × $8/sqft), apply the tiered building permit fee table. Example: 2,000 sqft roof = $16,000 valuation → $387.50 + ($1,000 × $0.0188) = $406.30 permit fee, plus 65% plan review if applicable. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. May not apply to simple reroofs. |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for new deck construction or structural modification of existing decks in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County's fee schedule lists a specific flat fee for decks built after home construction.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- New deck construction attached to or detached from the house
- Decks more than 30 inches above grade
- Structural modifications to existing decks
- Adding or replacing a deck ledger
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with engineered drawings for the deck.
- RequiredDeck PlansFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, ledger attachment method, and railing specifications
- RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location with setbacks from all property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck (post home construction) — flat fee | $384.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Deck (post home construction): $384.00.' This flat fee is charged in lieu of the standard valuation-based building permit fee. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. Applies in addition to the $384 flat permit fee. |
| Construction Bond — Remodel or Addition | $500.00 (refundable on approved final inspection) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. A deck addition may trigger this bond — confirm with the county. |
Swimming Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground and above-ground swimming pool installation in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County's fee schedule lists a flat $288 pool permit fee.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- In-ground swimming pool construction
- Above-ground pools (depth exceeding 24 inches typically triggers a permit — confirm with the county)
- Hot tubs and spas
- Pool barrier/fence installation (required for all pools under Utah law)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with pool plans and site plan.
- RequiredPool PlansPool dimensions, depth, equipment location, and structural details
- RequiredSite PlanPool location with setbacks, equipment pad, and barrier/fence layout
- RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details per NEC Article 680
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pool — flat fee | $288.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Swimming Pool: $288.00.' This flat fee is charged in lieu of the standard valuation-based fee. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
| Construction Bond — New Construction or Addition | $500.00–$1,000.00 (refundable on approved final inspection) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. Confirm whether a pool triggers the $1,000 new construction bond or $500 addition bond with the county at (801) 451-3278. |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County uses the standard unified building permit application. Solar installations typically include both structural (mounting) and electrical (wiring) scopes under one permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar panel installation
- Ground-mounted solar array installation
- Battery storage system installation (if structural and electrical work involved)
- Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with complete engineered drawings for both structural mounting and electrical scope.
- RequiredSolar/Roof Site PlanPanel placement, setbacks, roof access pathways
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels to inverter to main panel and utility meter
- RequiredStructural AnalysisRoof load calculation confirming the structure can support the panels
- RequiredEquipment SpecificationsData sheets for panels, inverter, and racking system
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar permit — Valuation-based per Building Permit Fee Schedule | Valuation-based per Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (minimum $200.00) | Grounded: the current Davis County Fee Schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017, fetched and text-extracted 2026-07-01 from daviscountyutah.gov/docs/librariesprovider28/default-document-library/current-fee-schedule.pdf) lists valuation-based building permit fees plus a defined set of flat/per-sqft categories (shed, reroof, remodel, agriculture buildings, swimming pool, wood stoves, deck, temporary trailer, demolitions, manufactured housing, cell tower site) and contains NO dedicated solar line item. Absence of a dedicated line in the published, cited fee schedule is itself the grounding for 'solar uses the standard valuation-based building permit fee table' — this is a confirmed negative, not an assumption. Total project valuation (panels, racking, electrical, labor) is used to compute the fee via the tiered table; 65% plan review also applies. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a secondary dwelling unit on a residential property in Unincorporated Davis County, including basement apartments, detached cottages, and garage conversions. ADU permits follow the standard Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (valuation-based).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Property must be in unincorporated Davis County and zoned to allow an ADU
- Compliant with Davis County Land Use and Development Management Ordinance (Title 15)
- Separate entrance from primary dwelling
- Must meet all IRC requirements for a dwelling unit (egress, smoke/CO detectors, etc.)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with full engineered drawings.
- RequiredFull Construction DrawingsSite plan, floor plan, elevations, sections, structural details, and MEP plans as applicable
- OptionalZoning VerificationConfirm property is eligible for an ADU under Davis County zoning — contact Planning & Zoning at (801) 451-3278
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Valuation-based | Per the Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017): minimum $200.00, scaling with project valuation | Grounded: ADU construction (new dwelling space) is new residential construction, so the standard valuation-based Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule applies — confirmed against the current fee schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017, fetched and text-extracted 2026-07-01 from daviscountyutah.gov/docs/librariesprovider28/default-document-library/current-fee-schedule.pdf), which shows the $200.00 tier-one minimum and confirms no separate ADU-specific building-fee line exists — ADUs use the general valuation table plus the fee schedule's distinct 'Accessory Units: $200.00' construction bond line. Valuation = total cost of all work (structural, MEP, finishes, labor). |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
| Construction Bond — Accessory Units (refundable on approved final inspection) | $200.00 | Grounded verbatim in the current Davis County Fee Schedule PDF (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017, fetched and text-extracted 2026-07-01): Construction Bonds section lists 'Accessory Units: $200.00' distinctly from 'Remodel or Addition to Existing Construction: $500.00' and 'New Construction: $1,000.00'. |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Unincorporated Davis County, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. The Davis County fee schedule lists a specific remodel rate of $25/sqft (minimum $192).
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window)
- Adding a bathroom (plumbing scope)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms
- HVAC supply/return to new rooms
- Any structural modifications
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with all applicable plans.
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, door locations, and smoke/CO detector placement
- RequiredElectrical PlanCircuit layout, panel capacity, smoke/CO detector locations
- OptionalMechanical PlanHVAC supply/return for new rooms, combustion air for furnace room
- OptionalPlumbing PlanRequired if adding bathroom, wet bar, or utility sink
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remodel Permit — $25.00 per square foot (minimum $192.00) | $25.00 per square foot of finished area (minimum $192.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Remodel: $25.00 per square foot (Minimum fee of $192.00).' This per-sqft rate establishes the valuation; the fee is then looked up in the standard tiered Building Permit Fee Schedule. Example: 800 sqft basement = $20,000 valuation → fee = $387.50 + ($5,000 × $0.0188) = $481.50. |
| Plan Review | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
| Construction Bond — Remodel or Addition (refundable on approved final inspection) | $500.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for partial or complete demolition of structures in Unincorporated Davis County. The Davis County fee schedule lists a flat $96 demolition permit fee.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Complete demolition of any structure
- Partial demolition involving structural elements
- Removal of load-bearing walls
- Demolition of structures with potential asbestos-containing materials (typically pre-1980 construction)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submit at daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with scope of demolition, structure details, and disposal plan.
- OptionalAsbestos SurveyFederal NESHAP regulations require an asbestos inspection before demolition of structures that may contain asbestos-containing materials. Coordinate with Utah DEQ.
- RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected by the respective utilities before demolition begins
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — flat fee | $96.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Demolitions: $96.00.' This flat fee is charged in lieu of the standard valuation-based building permit fee. |
Commercial Building Permit
Required for new commercial construction in Unincorporated Davis County, governed by Davis County Code § 15.01.330 and priced per the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017) used for all construction types. Davis County does not publish a separate residential/commercial split in its fee table, but new commercial construction is subject to Planning Commission Site Plan review and the $1,000 New Construction bond tier.
Reviewed 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial construction regulated by the statewide-adopted 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a))
- Site Plan (Planning Commission) review, per Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A)'s 'Other building fees' section
- Building Permit Application submitted through the daviscounty.portal.iworq.net online portal
- Contractor DOPL license numbers for General, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical contractors as applicable
- Sewer and water connection verification from the respective service district, or Davis County Health Department approval for septic/well if applicable
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submitted digitally through daviscounty.portal.iworq.net.
- RequiredSite Plan (Planning Commission review)Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A) 'Other building fees' section lists a distinct Site Plan (Planning Commission) fee of $200.00, separate from the Building Permit Fee itself; this indicates a Planning Commission site-plan step applies to projects like new commercial construction that Davis County's Building Permits page itself does not otherwise call out as commercial-specific (per a direct review of daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits, which does not describe a distinct commercial process page).
- RequiredDigital Plans/BlueprintsComplete engineered drawings including site plan with setbacks on all four sides, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details, per the general Davis County building permit submittal requirements.
- RequiredContractor DOPL License NumbersName, business address, and Utah DOPL license number for General, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical contractors, as applicable to scope of work.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation-based (same table used for all construction types) | $200.00 minimum (valuation $0-$7,500), scaling to $17,608.00 minimum + $96.00/hour beyond 183 hours for valuation over $5,000,000.00 — full tiered table matches the Residential Building Permit entry in this file | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017). Davis County's Building Permit Fee Schedule is a single table applied to all construction, with no separate residential/commercial split — confirmed directly against the current fee schedule PDF, which contains one 'Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule' valuation table. |
| Plan Review and Approval | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost of services, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
| Site Plan (Planning Commission) | $200.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), 'Other building fees': 'Site Plan (Planning Commission): $200.00.' |
| Construction Bond — New Construction (refundable on approved final inspection) | $1,000.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. Refunded upon approved final inspection unless repairs to public street improvements are required — same tier used for new residential construction. |
| Credit Card Processing Fee | 2.5% of total payment | Davis County building permits page (daviscountyutah.gov/ced/planning/building-permits). Pay by check to avoid the surcharge. |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
Required for tenant improvement and remodel work in existing commercial buildings in Unincorporated Davis County. Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A) publishes a general 'Remodel' valuation rate — $25.00 per square foot (minimum $192.00) — that is not restricted to residential use and is the same rate documented on this file's Basement Finish Permit entry; it is the only remodel-specific valuation method Davis County publishes, so it is applied here to commercial tenant improvement/remodel work as well.
Reviewed 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Tenant improvement or remodel work in an existing commercial building, regulated by the statewide-adopted 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a))
- Building Permit Application submitted through daviscounty.portal.iworq.net
- Contractor DOPL license numbers for General, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical contractors as applicable
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iworq)Submitted digitally through daviscounty.portal.iworq.net with scope of remodel/tenant improvement work described.
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room/space use, square footage being finished or remodeled, and any egress or life-safety changes.
- OptionalElectrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing PlansRequired if the scope of work affects these systems.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remodel — $25.00 per square foot (minimum $192.00) | $25.00 per square foot of finished/remodeled area (minimum $192.00) | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017 (amended 05/23/2017): 'Remodel: $25.00 per square foot (Minimum fee of $192.00).' This is the only remodel-specific valuation method in the county's published fee code and is not restricted to residential use; once valuation is established, the fee is looked up in the standard tiered Building Permit Fee Schedule. |
| Plan Review and Approval | 65% of the building permit fee, or actual cost of services, whichever is less | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
| Construction Bond — Remodel or Addition (refundable on approved final inspection) | $500.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(A), Ord. No. 4-2017. |
Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedDavis County's own Building Permit Fee Schedule (County Code § 2.48.050) does not list a fire sprinkler or fire alarm line item — fire protection system plan review and permitting for construction in unincorporated Davis County is instead handled by the local fire district with jurisdiction over the specific area. Unincorporated Davis County is split between (at least) two fire-district service areas, and this entry now covers both. North Davis Fire District (NDFD), which its own website states serves 'Clearfield, Sunset, West Point, and areas of unincorporated Davis County,' publishes a distinct, itemized Fire Alarm System and Fire Sprinkler System plan review and permit fee schedule, effective per its Board of Trustees-approved fee schedule (revision dated 2025.01/2025.06). Re-chased 2026-07-20: South Davis Metro Fire Agency (SDMF), which its own site states serves 'the unincorporated areas of South Davis County' in addition to Bountiful, Centerville, North Salt Lake, West Bountiful, and Woods Cross, was located and its own Plan Review fee page (sdmetrofire.gov/copy-of-plan-reviews-1) fetched directly — it publishes its own, separate Suppression Review and Alarm Review fees under IFC § 104.7.2 peer-review requirements, captured below. Other unincorporated pockets of Davis County served by a different fire district or agency should still confirm which district has jurisdiction before using these figures, but NDFD and SDMF together are confirmed to cover the great majority of unincorporated Davis County.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Fire alarm system installation in NDFD's service area requires a Fire Alarm System Installation Plan Review ($250.00, includes 1 plan review) followed by a Fire Alarm System Permit ($200.00, includes 2 inspections)
- Fire sprinkler system installation requires a Fire Sprinkler System Plan Review, tiered by square footage: $250.00 for 0-3,000 sq ft, $350.00 for 3,001-10,000 sq ft, or $0.005 per square foot over 10,000 sq ft for 10,001+ sq ft (each tier includes 1 plan review)
- Fire Sprinkler System Permit (flow, hydro, final) is a flat $300.00 across all three square-footage tiers, and includes 3 inspections
- Each additional fire system plan re-review is billed the same as the initial plan review; each additional sprinkler inspection beyond the included 3 is $100.00; each additional alarm inspection beyond the included 2 is billed the same as the initial inspection charge
- A standalone 'Sprinkler Inspection (1-hour)' and 'Alarm Inspection (1-hour)' line, each $100.00 (includes 1 in-person inspection), also appears in NDFD's general Inspections fee table — likely applicable to post-installation/annual testing or inspections outside the initial installation permit process, as distinct from the plan-review/permit line items above
- Kitchen Hood Testing Permit ($200.00, includes 2 in-person inspections) and Fire Pump Plan Review ($300.00, includes 1 plan review) are billed as related but separate fire-protection-system permits under the same NDFD fee schedule
- In South Davis Metro Fire's service area (unincorporated South Davis County), a Suppression Review costs $300 and includes 2 inspections, per SDMF's own Plan Review page; a $100 plan review fee applies instead if fewer than 10 sprinkler heads/devices are involved, per IFC § 104.7.2 peer-review requirements
- In SDMF's service area, an Alarm Review costs $200 and includes 2 inspections; if the installation involves 10 or more alarm/notification appliances, a Deferred Submittal peer review by an SDMF-approved third-party plans examiner is required (same $200 fee, no additional plan-review fee)
- SDMF also charges a standalone Site Plan Review fee of $100 (review only, plus additional time-based fees if review exceeds one hour) that may apply alongside the Suppression/Alarm Review fees
- SDMF publishes a minimum 14-working-day review allowance from date of submission, and states incomplete submissions will not be reviewed and conditional permits will not be issued
Required documents
- RequiredFire Alarm System Installation Plan Review submittalPlans submitted to the North Davis Fire District Fire Marshal's Office for review prior to permit issuance.
- RequiredFire Sprinkler System Plan Review submittalPlans submitted to the North Davis Fire District Fire Marshal's Office, sized/priced by the square footage of the protected area.
- RequiredSDMF Suppression/Alarm Review submittalFor parcels in South Davis Metro Fire's service area, plans for automatic fire protection (suppression) systems and fire alarm/detection systems are submitted to SDMF for a required peer review per IFC § 104.7.2; incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Alarm System Installation Plan Review | $250.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule (rev. 2025.01/2025.06), 'Fire Alarm System — Plan review and permits' table; includes 1 plan review. Each additional fire system plan re-review is billed the same as the initial review. |
| Fire Alarm System Permit | $200.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule, 'Fire Alarm System — *Permits*' table; includes 2 inspections. Each additional inspection is billed the same as the initial inspection charge. |
| Fire Sprinkler System Plan Review (0-3,000 sq ft) | $250.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule, 'Fire Sprinkler System — Plan review and permits' table; includes 1 plan review. |
| Fire Sprinkler System Plan Review (3,001-10,000 sq ft) | $350.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule; includes 1 plan review. |
| Fire Sprinkler System Plan Review (10,001 sq ft and greater) | $0.005 per square foot over 10,000 square feet | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule; includes 1 plan review. |
| Fire Sprinkler System Permit (flow, hydro, final) | $300.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule, 'Fire Sprinkler System — *Permits*' table; flat fee across all three square-footage tiers (0-3,000, 3,001-10,000, and 10,001+ sq ft), each tier includes 3 inspections. Additional sprinkler inspections beyond the included 3 are $100.00 each. |
| Sprinkler Inspection (1-hour, standalone) | $100.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule, general 'Inspections' table; includes 1 in-person inspection. |
| Alarm Inspection (1-hour, standalone) | $100.00 | North Davis Fire District Fee Schedule, general 'Inspections' table; includes 1 in-person inspection. |
| SDMF Suppression Review (fire sprinkler) | $300.00 | South Davis Metro Fire Agency Plan Review page (sdmetrofire.gov/copy-of-plan-reviews-1), re-fetched directly 2026-07-20: 'SUPPRESSION REVIEWS - $300 (review /2 inspections) -will require a plan review fee of $100 if there are less than 10 devices.' Covers unincorporated South Davis County parcels in SDMF's service area, a separate area from NDFD's service area covered by the fees above. |
| SDMF Suppression Review (fewer than 10 devices) | $100.00 | Same SDMF Plan Review page. Applies instead of the $300 fee when the installation involves fewer than 10 sprinkler devices. Installations of 10+ devices requiring third-party deferred-submittal peer review do not require this plan-review fee at all, per the same page. |
| SDMF Alarm Review (fire alarm) | $200.00 | Same SDMF Plan Review page: 'ALARM REVIEWS - $200 - (review/2 inspections)... DEFERRED SUBMITTALS -$200.' The $200 fee applies whether reviewed in-house or via a required third-party deferred-submittal peer review for installations of 10+ alarm/notification appliances. |
| SDMF Site Plan Review (standalone) | $100.00 | Same SDMF Plan Review page: 'SITE PLAN REVIEWS - $100 -(review only) If the review takes longer than one hour, you will be notified what the additional fee is.' May apply alongside the Suppression/Alarm Review fees depending on project scope. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
Davis County does not publish a distinct EV charger / EVSE fee line item. The county's Community & Economic Development page states permits requiring no plan check, no construction bond, and only one inspection are charged a minimum $202 fee, explicitly listing 'furnaces & AC unit installations, power-to-panel repairs/upgrades, new meters, and any other item at the discretion of the Community & Economic Development Office' as examples — a standalone EV charger circuit is the same class of minor electrical work and would most plausibly fall under this $202 minimum, but the county has not explicitly named EV chargers.
Reviewed 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property in unincorporated Davis County
- New dedicated 240V circuit and/or panel capacity to serve the charger, inspected under the adopted National Electrical Code
- Licensed electrical contractor, or owner-performed work on the owner's own residence
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationDavis County Community & Economic Development Department application; describe the scope as an electrical circuit/EV charger installation.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Power-to-Panel / Minor Electrical Work (no plan check, no bond, one inspection) | $202.00 minimum | Grounded on the live Davis County Building Permits page: 'Permits that require no plan check review, construction bond, and just one inspection; are the minimum $202. Examples of this include: furnaces & AC unit installations, power-to-panel repairs/upgrades, new meters, and any other item at the discretion of the Community & Economic Development Office.' EV chargers are not explicitly named but fall within this class of minor electrical work. |
| Electrical scope included in building permit (new construction / major remodel) | Valuation-based per the Davis County Building Permit Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017) | For projects where the EV charger is installed as part of a larger project scope, the electrical valuation is folded into the total project valuation and the standard building permit fee table applies. |
Sign Permit
Required for erecting, relocating, reconstructing, or enlarging most signs in Unincorporated Davis County, per Davis County Code § 15.44.930 (Article J, 'Sign and Lighting Regulations,' within Chapter 15.44 Technical Requirements). Real estate, rent, lease, and political signs are explicitly exempt from the permit requirement. Every sign is assigned to one of five classes (Class 1 through Class 5) defined by County Code § 15.44.940, with the applicable class(es) determined by the zoning district in which the property sits (residential/agricultural districts generally allow Class 1-2, commercial/industrial-type districts allow Class 3-5) per the permitted-use tables of Chapter 15.20. A direct, full read of the county's Current Fee Schedule (§ 2.48.050) found no standalone sign-permit fee anywhere in either the 'Building Fees and Valuations' or 'Zoning and Land Use Fees' sections -- this is a confirmed absence, not an inference.
Reviewed 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Erection, relocation, reconstruction, or enlargement of any sign on private property in Unincorporated Davis County requires a permit issued by the County Enforcement Officer, per County Code § 15.44.930
- A site plan drawn to scale is required with every sign permit application, showing the exact size, location, and ownership of record of the proposed sign, the exact size of existing signs, and the proposed sign's location relative to buildings and property lines, per § 15.44.930
- The sign must fit within the size, height, structural-type, and lighting limits of its assigned Class (1 through 5) for its zoning district, per § 15.44.940
- Temporary signs are limited to a maximum 60-day display period per permit; temporary subdivision signs (advertising recorded subdivision lots for sale) are limited to a maximum 2-year period, per the definitions in § 15.44.920
- Minimum 10-foot ground/sidewalk clearance applies to pole or projecting signs (except where the sign projects less than 18 inches from its support); ground signs are limited to a maximum 4-foot clearance, per § 15.44.930
- Real estate, rent, lease, and political signs do NOT require a permit, per the exemption in § 15.44.930
- No sign may be erected on public property or inside a street right-of-way without separate written permission from the public entity that owns the property, per § 15.44.930
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit Site PlanScaled site plan showing the sign's exact size, location, and ownership of record; the exact size of any existing signs; and the proposed sign's location relative to buildings and property lines, per County Code § 15.44.930.
- RequiredSign Elevation / Dimensioned DrawingElevation of the sign and a scaled drawing indicating its dimensions and structural type, consistent with the general site-plan submittal requirements documented elsewhere in Davis County Code Title 15, Chapter 15.20.
- OptionalElectrical Plan (lighted or electrically-connected signs only)Not separately itemized in the Sign and Lighting Regulations article itself, but any direct- or indirect-lighted sign involves an electrical connection subject to the statewide-adopted 2023 NEC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g)), consistent with this file's Electrical Permit entry.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit (Title 15 zoning permit, issued by the Enforcement Officer) | No fee published | Grounded on a direct, full read of the Davis County Current Fee Schedule PDF (County Code § 2.48.050, Ord. No. 4-2017, fetched and text-extracted 2026-07-22): the 'Zoning and Land Use Fees' section (Subsection B) lists only Agriculture Protection Area Application ($500), Appeals Fee ($200), Conditional Use Permit ($500), Rezoning ($250), Subdivision Preliminary Plat/P.U.D. ($500 + $40/lot), Subdivision Final Plat/P.U.D. ($500 + $50/lot), Zoning Ordinance Amendment ($250), Excavation Permit ($250), and Board of Adjustment ($250) -- no sign-permit line item appears anywhere in the document. This is a confirmed absence: the sign-permit requirement in County Code § 15.44.930 has no corresponding published fee. |
| Companion Building Permit (only if the sign requires structural footing/support or an electrical connection) | $200.00-$202.00 minimum (no-plan-check, one-inspection tier), or valuation-based per the standard Building Permit Fee Schedule for larger/structural signs | Not specific to signs and not confirmed by the county for this use -- Davis County's Building Permits page states permits requiring no plan check, no bond, and one inspection are billed at a $202 minimum, with 'any other item at the discretion of the Community & Economic Development Office' as a catch-all category; a small pole-mounted or electrically-connected sign is plausibly billed under this tier, similar to this file's EV Charger Permit entry's reasoning, but this has not been confirmed by name. Larger freestanding or structural signs (e.g., pole signs, billboards) would instead fall under the standard valuation-based table in § 2.48.050(A). |
Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy
Unincorporated Davis County does not publish a standalone 'Change of Use' or 'Certificate of Occupancy' permit product. A new business occupying an existing building or space -- i.e., a change of use or change of occupant -- requires a Davis County Business License under County Code Chapter 5.04 ('It is unlawful for any person to engage in any business in the unincorporated areas of Davis County without first applying for and obtaining an appropriate business license,' § 5.04.060), rather than a distinct change-of-use permit. If the new use also involves construction, alteration, or a change in IBC/IEBC occupancy classification, a separate Commercial Building Permit or Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit (see this file's separate entries) is required, and a Certificate of Occupancy is issued as part of that permit's Final inspection -- consistent with the 'Certificate of occupancy issued upon passing' language already documented on this file's Residential Building Permit and Commercial Building Permit entries.
Reviewed 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- A new business occupying an existing commercial space, or a change of occupant/use, in Unincorporated Davis County requires a Davis County Business License per County Code § 5.04.060
- License Deputies (who may include the County Building Inspector, Sheriff/Deputy Sheriffs, or Health Department staff) are authorized to inspect the licensed premises for 'health, building and zoning code conformance' per § 5.04.200, without prior notification
- Any construction, alteration, or IBC/IEBC occupancy-classification change accompanying the new use requires a separate Commercial Building Permit or Commercial Tenant Improvement/Tenant Finish Permit (see this file's separate entries) -- the business license alone does not cover construction work
- A Certificate of Occupancy is issued upon the passing Final inspection of the applicable building permit, not through a standalone application -- consistent with this file's other building-permit entries
- Business license applications must be signed and notarized and filed with the Davis County Planning Department (License Department), with the fee paid in full at time of submittal, per County Code §§ 5.04.090-5.04.110
- Home Occupations additionally require a Conditional Use Permit in most residential zones, per County Code § 15.20.150E as referenced in the county's business-licensing handbook
Required documents
- RequiredDavis County Business License ApplicationCounty form filed with the Planning Department (License Department); must be signed and notarized. Requires the applicant's name/address, type and class of license, place of business, and period of time the license is needed, per County Code § 5.04.100.
- OptionalBuilding Permit / Tenant Improvement Permit application (if construction accompanies the change of use)Required only if the new use involves construction, alteration, or a change in occupancy classification -- filed separately, see this file's Commercial Building Permit and Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit entries.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All Other Business (general business license) | $60.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(C), 'Business Licenses': 'All Other Business - $60.00.' This is the applicable catch-all fee for a new business/change of occupant that doesn't fall into one of the county's other named business-license categories. |
| Home Occupation license (if applicable) | $50.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(C). A Home Occupation also requires a Conditional Use Permit ($500.00, § 2.48.050(B)) in most residential zones, per the county's Handbook and Guide for Doing Business in Davis County. |
| Construction Companies license (if applicable) | $75.00 | Davis County Code § 2.48.050(C). |
| Companion Commercial Building Permit / Tenant Improvement Permit (if construction accompanies the change of use) | Valuation-based -- see this file's Commercial Building Permit and Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit entries | No separate 'change of use' fee exists -- if the new occupancy triggers construction or an occupancy-classification change, the standard Building Permit or Tenant Improvement fee tables apply (§ 2.48.050(A)). |
Sources & verification
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