This is PermitBase’s published record for Unincorporated Davis County as of 2026-07-19. It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Unincorporated Davis County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Davis County, Utah — as published 2026-07-19.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Codes adopted
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; Show full citationHideGrounded 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; Show full citationHideGrounded 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; Show full citationHideGrounded 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. Show full citationHideDavis 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. Show full citationHideGrounded: 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… Show full citationHideGrounded: 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. Show full citationHideGrounded 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. Show full citationHideDavis 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 2026-07-19 · 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. Show full citationHideDavis 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. Show full citationHideDavis 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. |
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