This is PermitBase’s published record for Woods Cross as of 2026-07-07. It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Woods Cross building permits
VerifiedWoods Cross, Utah — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Appendix AE and AQ — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout; as adopted by the State of Utah, Utah Code Title 15A.2015 International Residential Code Chapter 11 (residential energy provisions) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout (statewide residential energy baseline per Utah Code Title 15A).2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Building Code (IBC) with Appendix C and J — commercial construction; per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout (differs from the 2023 NEC cycle adopted by some neighboring Davis/Salt Lake County cities; verify against Utah Code Title 15A for the current statewide NEC cycle at time of use).2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities — per Woods Cross City Building Codes and Design Criteria handout.All codes above are noted on the city's official handout as 'As adopted by the State of Utah. See Utah Code Title 15A for a complete list of adopted codes and amendments.'
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Dwelling)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction in Woods Cross. Applications are submitted through the City Inspect online portal; fees are valuation-based per the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule Table 3-A (1997 Uniform Administrative Code), plus a Plan Review Deposit, Construction Bond, and utility impact fees.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling construction regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC
- Construction plans with electronic structural engineer's stamp
- Site plan with legible setbacks drawn to scale (including easements and drainage plan)
- REScheck (2015 Utah Code version) energy analysis
- Manual J, D & S energy analysis documents
- Gas line diagram (typically drawn on the foundation plan), with an updated diagram submitted to the inspector at the rough 4-way inspection
- Owner/Builder Agreement and Certification Form required if the property owner is acting as their own general contractor and is not a licensed Utah contractor
- Rockeries or retaining walls holding back more than 4 feet of unbalanced fill require a separate building permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (City Inspect Portal)Submitted online at the Woods Cross City Inspect portal (utah.cityinspect.com), linked from the Building Services page. New users create an account and receive a temporary password by email.
- RequiredConstruction Plans (structural engineer stamped)Electronic structural engineer's stamp required, per the New Residential Buildings permit handout.
- RequiredSite PlanDrawn to scale with legible setbacks, easements, and drainage plan (arrows showing drainage direction).
- RequiredREScheck (2015 Utah Code version)Energy code compliance documentation.
- RequiredManual J, D & S Energy AnalysisHVAC load calculation and duct design documentation.
- RequiredGas Line DiagramCommonly drawn on the foundation plan; an updated diagram must be submitted to the inspector at the rough 4-way inspection.
- OptionalOwner/Builder Agreement and Certification FormRequired only if the property owner is acting as their own general contractor and is not a licensed Utah contractor, per the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act.
- RequiredConstruction Bond AgreementPer Woods Cross City Code Section 10-3-110; $1,000 for single-family residential dwellings, refunded after final inspection confirms public improvements are undamaged.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | $1.00–$500.00: $24.70 flat. $501.00–$2,000.00: $24.70 + $3.20 per additional $100 (or fraction). $2,001.00–$25,000.00: $72.70 + $14.70 per additional $1,000 (or fraction). $25,001.00–$50,000.00: $410.80 + $10.60 per additional $1,000. $50,001.00–$100,000.00: $675.80 + $7.40 per additional $1,000. $100,001.00–$500,000.00: $1,045.80 + $5.90 per additional $1,000. $500,001.00–$1,000,000.00: $3,405.80 + $5.00 per additional $1,000. $1,000,001.00 and up: $5,905.80 + $3.80 per additional $1,000. | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26). Building valuation is derived using current ICC Building Valuation Data per the same document's 'Building Valuation' line item. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section. |
| Investigation Fee | 100% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section (assessed when work begins without a permit). |
| State Fee | 1% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section (Utah state building permit surcharge). |
| Plan Review Deposit | $250.00 | Woods Cross New Residential Buildings permit handout: 'A Plan Review Deposit Fee of $250 must be paid when the permit application is submitted. This amount will be subtracted from the final permit bill.' |
| Construction Bond (single-family residential) | $1,000.00 | Consolidated Fee Schedule 'BUILDING BONDS' section, authorized under Woods Cross City Code Section 10-3-110: 'Single Family Residential Dwellings $1,000 ea.' Required for all new residential dwellings regardless of valuation. |
| Water Impact Fee (single-family detached, per unit) | $2,568.00 | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'IMPACT FEES' section. |
| Storm Sewer Impact Fee (single-family detached, combined base & detention) | $1,552.00 ($1,327.00 base + $226.00 detention) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'IMPACT FEES' section. |
| Park Development Impact Fee (single-family detached, per unit) | $2,929.00 | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'IMPACT FEES' section. |
| New Can Fee (assessed at building permit issuance) | $80.00 | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'GARBAGE/RECYCLING/GREEN WASTE COLLECTION' section. |
| Fire Impact Fee | Set by South Davis Metro Fire, collected with the building permit fees | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'IMPACT FEES' section: 'Fire Impact Fees are established by South Davis Metro Fire and collected with the building permit fees.' |
| Public Safety Impact Fee | $644.00 (per the city's New Residential Buildings permit handout impact fee list; not separately itemized in the Consolidated Fee Schedule's Impact Fees section) | Woods Cross New Residential Buildings permit handout: 'Public Safety Impact................$644.00.' |
New Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in Woods Cross. Requires prior Development Review Committee (DRC) and Planning Commission approval before a building permit application may be submitted; fees follow the same Table 3-A valuation schedule as residential.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Planning Commission final approval of the project (via Development Review Committee review) required before a building permit application may be submitted
- Site plan including ADA compliance requirements and parking with signage/striping details
- Construction plans electronically stamped by the architect, structural engineer, electrical engineer, and mechanical engineer
- Supporting documentation: structural calculations, project manual, energy analysis documents, soils report, as applicable
- Project valuation (labor and materials, excluding land/equipment/site improvements)
- Contractor Construction Bond Agreement ($10 per linear foot of public street frontage)
- SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) copy, with a second copy and the UPDES permit posted onsite at all times
- Project approval letter from the South Davis Metro Fire Marshal
Required documents
- RequiredSite Plan Approval ApplicationEmailed to permits@woodscross.com with supporting documents; triggers preliminary review and scheduling with the Development Review Committee (DRC).
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (City Inspect Portal)Submitted online only after Planning Commission final approval is obtained.
- RequiredSouth Davis Metro Fire Marshal Approval LetterRequested via sdmetrofire.gov/fire-prevention plan review.
- RequiredSWPPP / UPDES PermitStorm Water Pollution Prevention Plan; a copy plus the UPDES permit must be posted onsite at all times during construction.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit: e.g., $100,001–$500,000 valuation = $1,045.80 + $5.90 per additional $1,000. | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the fee schedule does not use a separate commercial table. |
| Plan Review Deposit | $250.00 | Woods Cross New Commercial Buildings permit handout: 'A Plan Review Deposit Fee of $250 must be paid when the permit application is submitted.' |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section. |
| Investigation Fee | 100% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section. |
| State Fee | 1% of the Permit Fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'BUILDING' section. |
| Construction Bond (commercial/other) | $10.00 per linear foot of public street frontage | Consolidated Fee Schedule 'BUILDING BONDS' section: 'All other* $10.00 per linear feet of public street frontage.' Not required if building valuation is under $60,000. |
Residential Addition Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions to existing one- and two-family residential structures in Woods Cross. Fees are based on valuation/square footage under the same Table 3-A schedule used for new construction.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Additions to existing one- and two-family residential structures regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC
- Site plan and construction plans meeting the same standards as new residential construction
- Compliance with Municipal Code Title 12 Chapter 6 setback requirements
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (City Inspect Portal)Submitted online at the Woods Cross City Inspect portal.
- RequiredConstruction and Site PlansPer the Residential Additions permit handout requirements.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the Residential Additions handout states 'Permit Fees are based on the square footage being finished but are not charged until all plan reviews are completed and approved,' with no separate addition-specific rate published — the general valuation table applies. |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for full and partial basement finishes and basement remodels involving alteration of existing walls, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems. No jurisdiction-published review-timeline figure was located for this specific permit type after exhausting the city's own handout and its Consolidated Fee Schedule.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Full or partial basement finish, or basement remodel altering existing walls, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems
- Egress/emergency escape window compliance for any bedroom
- If any kitchen, kitchenette, or wet bar is included, either an ADU permit application or a signed affidavit stating no intent to use the space as a second dwelling is required
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (City Inspect Portal)Submitted online; requires a floor plan, room use labels, window/ceiling dimensions, electrical layout, plumbing fixture locations, and furnace/HVAC return-air details.
- OptionalBasement Walkout PlansRequired in addition to standard plans if a basement walkout is being added.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the Basement Finish Permits handout states 'Permit fees are based on the square footage being finished,' with no separate basement-specific rate published — the general valuation table applies. |
Residential Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for decks more than 30 inches above grade and/or attached to the house and/or covered with a new roof structure. Decks 30 inches or less in height with no new roof do not require a permit but must still meet zoning setbacks and egress clearances.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Deck more than 30 inches above ground (measured from the walking surface to the lowest grade 36 inches from any edge), and/or attached to the house, and/or covered with a new roof structure
- Compliance with Municipal Code Section 12-6-104 setbacks even for permit-exempt decks
- Minimum clearance maintained over bedroom or egress windows
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSubmitted through the City Inspect Portal.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing house location and deck placement with setback measurements.
- RequiredConstruction PlansRoof information (if applicable), footing information (30-inch minimum depth for posts on attached decks), and stair detail drawings.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the Residential Deck Permits handout states 'The permit fee will depend on the square footage of the deck,' with no separate deck-specific rate published — the general valuation table applies. |
Porch/Deck/Patio Roof Cover Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof covers over a patio, porch, or deck with supporting posts to the ground, or for awnings projecting more than 54 inches from the exterior wall.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Roof cover over a patio/porch/deck with supporting posts to the ground, or an awning projecting more than 54 inches from the wall
- If also constructing a deck more than 30 inches above grade, the Residential Deck Permit process applies concurrently
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application (City Inspect Portal)Submitted online at utah.cityinspect.com.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing house location and roof cover placement with setback measurements from the nearest post.
- RequiredConstruction PlansRoof layout drawing and section diagram showing roof structure, post, and footing information.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the Porch/Deck/Patio Roof Covers handout states permit fees are 'charged when all plan reviews are completed and approved' with no separate rate published — the general valuation table applies. |
Detached Structure / Shed / Garage / Pole Barn Permit
VerifiedRequired for detached garages, sheds, pole barns, or similar structures larger than 200 square feet, and for any electrical/mechanical/plumbing work added to smaller structures.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Detached garage, shed, pole barn, or similar structure larger than 200 square feet
- Structures 200 sq ft or less that add electrical, mechanical, or plumbing work require the applicable trade permit
- Stamped engineering from a Utah-licensed Structural Engineer required if the structure exceeds 800 square feet
- Compliance with Municipal Code Section 12-6-102/103 setbacks and height limits
Required documents
- RequiredSite PlanPer the Sheds/Detached Structures handout sample.
- RequiredConstruction PlansFloor plan (outlets, lights, switches, dimensions), elevation plan (all sides, height from lowest grade to roof peak), and section drawings (roof, trusses, walls, footings).
- OptionalStructural Engineering (stamped)Required only if the structure is larger than 800 square feet.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26); the Sheds/Detached Structures handout states 'Permit Fees are based on the square footage being finished but are not charged until all plan reviews are completed and approved' with no separate shed-specific rate published — the general valuation table applies. |
Solar Installation (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial solar photovoltaic installations. Requires a South Davis Metro Fire approval letter as a hard prerequisite to application acceptance, plus a job-specific line diagram, calculations, and equipment spec sheets. No jurisdiction-published review-timeline figure was located for this permit type after exhausting the city's own handout and its Consolidated Fee Schedule.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- South Davis Metro Fire approval letter — 'The permit will not be accepted and reviewed without it' per the official handout
- Job-specific site plan showing PV component locations, roof diagram with panel layout and walkway dimensions (3 ft minimum)
- Job-specific line diagram (not a generic one-line diagram) covering existing/new equipment, subpanels, conductor/disconnect sizing, grounding, inverters, and load-side/line-side configuration
- Calculations page: total watts, amps, volts, Voc at coldest expected temperature (NEC 690.7), short-circuit current
- Manufacturer specification sheets for racking, modules, and inverters (UL 1741 listing for inverters)
- Letter from a structural engineer confirming the roof will support the solar panel loading equally across trusses/framing
Required documents
- RequiredSouth Davis Metro Fire Approval LetterSubmitted via sdmetrofire.gov/permits; required before the city will accept the application.
- RequiredSite Plan, Line Diagram, Calculations, and Specification Sheets PackagePer the Solar Installation Permits handout's 8-item checklist (site plan, line diagram, calculations, spec sheets, warning labels, installation detail, structural engineer letter).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, Table 3-A, 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as locally adjusted) | Same Table 3-A schedule as the Residential Building Permit (see that entry for full breakpoints). | Woods Cross City Consolidated Fee Schedule, Exhibit 1 / Table 3-A (Resolution 2026-967, Version #75, adopted 2/17/26). The Solar Installation Permits handout (DocumentCenter/View/146) does not publish a dedicated solar fee table, and the Consolidated Fee Schedule likewise has no solar-specific line item — the general valuation table applies. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
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