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Unincorporated Grand County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Grand County, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(a) (https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/Chapter2/15A-2-S103.html), in force statewide since 7/1/2026 and binding on counties under §15A-1-204. Grand County's own Design Criteria page still lists the 2021 IBC with Appendix J (with Utah State Amendments; no Appendix C cited) — live-checked 2026-07-16, the county's own page has not been updated to the current statewide edition.2021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendix AQ — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(b)/(c); this edition is UNCHANGED from the prior code cycle. Grand County's own Design Criteria page lists the 2021 IRC with Utah State Amendments (no distinct Appendix AQ citation) — live-checked 2026-07-16, consistent with the current statute on the base edition.2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(d). Grand County's own Design Criteria page still lists the 2021 IPC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(e). Grand County's own Design Criteria page still lists the 2021 IMC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(f). Grand County's own Design Criteria page still lists the 2021 IFGC — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(g); this edition is UNCHANGED from the prior code cycle. Grand County's own Design Criteria page lists the 2020 NEC with Utah State Amendments — live-checked 2026-07-16, one cycle behind the current statewide edition; verify current edition in force with the Building Department at time of application.2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — one code, no residential/commercial split, per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(h). Grand County's own Design Criteria page still splits it — 2021 IECC for commercial and 2015 IECC for residential — live-checked 2026-07-16, both lag the current statewide edition; the residential/commercial split itself is preserved here as county-published history, not carried into the governing statutory citation.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(i). Grand County's own Design Criteria page still lists the 2021 IEBC with Utah State Amendments — live-checked 2026-07-16, lags the current statewide edition.Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — governs per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(n). Grand County's own Design Criteria page text reads '2018 edition of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code' while its hyperlink label reads '2021 ISPSC' (an internal inconsistency on the county's own page, live-checked 2026-07-16, quoted verbatim as history) — both lag the current statewide edition.Modular Building Institute (MBI) Standards 1200 and 1205 — governs statewide per Utah Code §15A-2-103(1)(o). Not listed on Grand County's own Design Criteria page — live-checked 2026-07-16.ICC A117.1-2009 (Accessibility)2006 Utah Wildland-Urban Interface CodeHUD Code (manufactured/mobile homes)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in unincorporated Grand County, Utah (outside Moab city limits). The Grand County Building Department issues permits for all of Grand County including Castle Valley and the unincorporated area, and also serves as the county Floodplain Administrator.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling construction
- Additions to existing residential structures
- Structural alterations or renovations
- Zoning sign-off required before building permit application (contact Grand County Zoning first)
- Floodplain Development Permit Application required if construction is in or touches the floodplain/floodway
- Water and sewer service sign-off from Grand Water & Sewer Service Agency (GWSSA), or Health Department sign-off if served by well/septic
- All contractors/subcontractors must hold a current Utah State Contractor's license
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationFully completed and signed application listing all contractors/subcontractors with license numbers and contact info. Submitted online via the Grand County iworq portal (grandcounty.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/grandcounty). New construction/addition/renovation applications route electronically for Zoning, Floodplain Administrator, Water & Sewer (GWSSA), and Health (if well/septic) sign-off before Building review.
- RequiredSite PlanObtainable from the Recorder's office with a zoning signoff block — must show building location(s) including existing structures, lot and building square footage, setbacks, drainage, easements, location of electrical/gas/water/sewer service lines, and driveway access location.
- OptionalFloodplain Development Permit ApplicationRequired only if the proposed construction is in or touches the floodplain or floodway. Requires pre- and post-construction Elevation Certificates completed by a Utah-licensed surveyor.
- RequiredConstruction DocumentsDigital plan set (preferred) or 11x17-minimum paper set, drawn to scale, including: separate sq ft totals for finished living space, unfinished living space, garage/carport, and covered porches/patios; footing and foundation plan/details; floor plan per level with all measurements and room use labeled; elevations with cross sections showing overall height from natural grade; wall cross sections per wall type; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical layouts; heat-loss calculations; REScheck or other IECC compliance demonstration; Manual D/J/S compliance if applicable; truss manufacturer detail sheet if applicable; engineering if required; gas line diagram (size, length, BTU of appliances); guard rail/hand rail/stair design and connection details.
- OptionalOwner/Builder CertificationSigned and notarized — required only if the owner is acting as their own contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $1 to $500 | $65.00 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688 (2024 Consolidated Fee Schedule, repealing Ord. 669), § 3.06.100(A). Valuations set using ICC Building Valuation Data, updated Feb/Aug each year. |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $501 to $2,000 | $65.00 for the first $500 plus $3.66 for each additional $100, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $119.90 for the first $2,000 plus $16.80 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $506.30 for the first $25,000 plus $12.12 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $50,001 to $100,000 | $809.30 for the first $50,000 plus $8.40 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $100,001 to $500,000 | $1,229.30 for the first $100,000 plus $6.72 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $3,917.30 for the first $500,000 plus $6.72 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Building Permit Fee — Valuation $1,000,001 and up | $7,277.30 for the first $1,000,000 plus $6.72 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(A) |
| Residential Plan Review Deposit | $130.00 per permit (non-refundable, new construction only) | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(B). Credited toward, not additional to, plan review costs; small/additional plan review beyond the deposit billed at $65/hour (1-hour minimum). |
| State Surcharge | 1% of permit fee | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(B) note 1; Utah statewide building permit surcharge |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $65.00 per hour | Grand County Ordinance No. 688, § 3.06.100(B); assessed after the second failed inspection of the same kind, due prior to the 3rd or subsequent re-inspection(s). One re-inspection per required inspection is included in the base permit fee. |
| Permit Renewal (if expired) | $65.00 (may be charged depending on length of time since expiration) | Grand County Building Permit Application Requirements — Residential document. Permits expire 180 days after issuance or after the last inspection; a one-time 6-month extension may be requested in writing before expiration. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
Fee schedules
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