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Unincorporated Duchesne County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Duchesne County, Utah — as published 2026-07-08.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Building Code (IBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b); continues in force after July 1, 20262021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); effective through June 30, 2026, including Utah amendment P2602.3 (individual water supply)2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); effective through June 30, 20262023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); statewide in forceUtah State Amendment to IBC Section 1807 (Empirical Concrete Foundation Design, Table 1807.1.6.4) — Duchesne County Permit Packet, dated July 1, 2023Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code — adopted under Utah Code § 15A-2-103; a Pre-site/WUI evaluation is a required inspection for new construction in Duchesne CountyNOTE: Effective July 1, 2026 — 2024 editions of IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC, and IEBC replace the 2021 editions per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective 7/1/2026)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction, additions, and structural alterations in unincorporated Duchesne County. The Duchesne County Department of Building Safety also reviews and issues building permits for the Town of Altamont and the Town of Tabiona under a full contract arrangement — those towns do not run their own building departments. Duchesne City, Roosevelt, and Myton run independent city building departments and are excluded.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling, addition, or structural alteration on any parcel — vacant/bare land always requires a permit regardless of size or use unless a qualifying agricultural exemption is filed
- Legal description of property and proof of ownership (tax notice, recorded deed, or notarized purchase contract) with proof of legal deeded access from a public right-of-way
- Site evaluated for on-site wastewater (septic) system approval before a building permit is issued, per Tri-County Health Department review
- Road Approach Permit from the Duchesne County Road Department ((435) 738-2468) or UDOT ((801) 227-8000) approved prior to building permit issuance if access is from a county- or state-maintained road
- Zoning verification and, if the site is a new parcel split, Minor Subdivision Approval from Planning & Zoning ((435) 738-1135 or 1152)
- Complete construction documents per Utah Code § 17-36-55(1)(e) / § 17-36-8(c): elevations (new construction), floor plans, foundation/structural/framing detail, electrical/mechanical/plumbing design, energy code compliance documentation, structural calculations (except trusses), and a statement of code compliance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the county's CivicReview online portal (app.civicreview.com) or in person/by mail to the Department of Building Safety. One paper set or an electronic PDF plan set is accepted.
- RequiredComplete Site PlanPer Utah Code § 17-36-8(8)(b): drawn to scale with north arrow and legend; lot size/dimensions, setbacks, easements, property lines, topography (if slope >10%), retaining walls, hard surface areas, curb/gutter elevations, utilities (water meter/sewer lateral), street names, driveway locations, defensible-space provisions if in the Wildland Urban Interface, and nearest hydrant location
- RequiredComplete Set of Building Plans (PDF or paper)Floor plans for each level with door/window locations and sizes, foundation/footing plan with reinforcement details, elevations of all four sides, framing detail plans, electrical plan (wiring methods, circuit counts, panel location), plumbing layout, and stair/fireplace cross-section details as applicable. 1/4" = 1'-0" scale preferred.
- RequiredProof of Culinary Water SourceReceipt/letter from an approved public water system, proof of an existing or new culinary well (inorganic water test required, 4-6 week turnaround via Tri-County Health Department), or an approved individual water cistern design
- RequiredOnsite Wastewater Disposal Permit or Sewer Connection ProofConstruction/Operating Permit from the Tri-County Health Department for septic systems, or proof of legal connection to an approved sewer treatment facility. An Operating Permit is required before the county will issue a Certificate of Occupancy.
- RequiredContractor List / Owner-Builder Exemption FormNames, business addresses, phone numbers, Utah state license numbers, and business licenses for all contractors, OR a completed Owner/Builder exemption form if the applicant is building without a licensed general contractor
- OptionalHVAC Manual J/D/S CalculationsDuct sizing and equipment specification; may be submitted as a deferred submittal
- OptionalGeotechnical ReportRequired if lot slope exceeds 15%, including slope stability evaluation and retaining wall design
- OptionalFire Protection PlanRequired if the Pre-site/Wildland Urban Interface evaluation identifies defensible-space or emergency-access issues; reviewed and approved by the County Fire Warden or Fire Marshal before permit issuance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (Valuation-Based) | Calculated from the county-adopted cost-per-square-foot valuation table published in the August issue of the ICC Building Safety Journal, applied to the project's estimated construction cost valuation | Duchesne County Permit Packet (dated July 1, 2023), 'Permit Fees' section — worked example given: a typical 1,500 sq ft single-level home with a 700 sq ft attached garage valuations to $295,654.18, yielding a base building permit fee of $1,744.36. Applicants who disagree with the county's valuation may submit a contractor's bid and a county assessor appraisal instead. |
| Plan Review Fee | 35% to 65% of the building permit fee | Duchesne County Permit Packet (dated July 1, 2023) — example given: $610.53 to $1,133.83 on a $1,744.36 base permit fee. |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | Duchesne County Permit Packet (dated July 1, 2023); required on all issued building permits statewide per Utah Code. |
| Card/E-Check Processing Fee | 2.5% of fees paid for debit/credit card; $0.75 flat fee for E-check | Duchesne County Permit Packet (dated July 1, 2023), 'Permit Fees' section. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Unincorporated Duchesne County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.