This is PermitBase’s published record for Morgan 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 It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Morgan County building permits
VerifiedMorgan County, Utah — as published 2026-07-19.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction, multi-family dwellings, home additions/remodels, and manufactured/modular homes throughout Morgan County — including unincorporated county land and Morgan City, both served by the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department. All applications are submitted through the Civic Review online portal.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or multi-family dwelling construction
- Home additions and remodels
- Manufactured/modular home installation
- Non-refundable pre-plan review deposit due at time of application submission
- Complete digital PDF submission through Civic Review portal (signed/notarized paperwork must be scanned and attached)
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationAll building permit applications are submitted through the Civic Review online portal (app.civicreview.com). Digital plans as PDFs and all supporting documentation required at submittal.
- RequiredComplete Set of Building Plans (PDF)Floor plans, elevations, structural details, and MEP plans as applicable to project scope
- RequiredFire Protection Plan ApprovalForm must be printed and taken to the appropriate fire district for signature: Mountain Green Fire Chief (801-876-2277) for Mountain Green area, or Morgan County Fire Marshal (801-845-4049) for all other areas including Morgan City. Signed approval must be emailed with the application.
- RequiredPre-Plan Review Deposit PaymentNon-refundable deposit paid to the Morgan County Treasurer's Office (801-845-4030, 48 W Young Street) before review begins
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single Family Dwelling — Preplan Review Deposit | $500.00 | Morgan County Planning and Development Services — Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). Non-refundable, applied toward actual plan review fees. Verified live at county-hosted PDF 2026-07-08. |
| Multi-Family Dwelling — Preplan Review Deposit | $500.00 + $50 per unit | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Home Addition/Remodel — Preplan Review Deposit | $50.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Manufactured/Modular Home — Preplan Review Deposit | $200.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Manufactured/Modular Home Addition/Remodel — Preplan Review Deposit | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Remaining Building Permit Fee (post-deposit) | Approx. 1-2% of total project valuation (labor + materials), calculated per valuation breakdown; plus 1% State fee; plus applicable impact fees | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). Example given in the document: $300,000 valuation project = ~$3,000 permit/review/State fee + $1,319.57 impact fee = $4,319.57 total. |
| Minimum Building Permit Fee | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), amending CR-07-06 Exhibit B Base Fee Schedule |
| County Impact Fees (Transportation + Regional Park + Community Park) | $1,319.57 total ($348.57 Transportation + $485.50 Regional Park + $485.50 Community Park) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Performance Bond (public infrastructure) — New residential/commercial/industrial | $2,500 or $15 per linear foot of frontage, whichever is greater | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021); applies where curb, gutter, sidewalk, or storm drainage facilities exist |
| Temporary Occupancy Bond (Residential) | $1,025.00 ($25 non-refundable) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Investigation Fee (work started without permit) | Double the base building permit fee | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted statewide by Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g). EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) does not publish a separate EV-specific fee line item.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical service or panel upgrade
- New circuits, rewiring, or major electrical alterations
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), flat fee line item under 'Building Permit Fees' |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations and alterations in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective since July 1, 2026 (supersedes the 2021 IPC previously in force).
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations
- Water line, sewer line, or gas line work
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), flat fee line item under 'Building Permit Fees' |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace/AC installation, replacement, and other mechanical work in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) / International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as adopted by Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective since July 1, 2026 (supersedes the 2021 editions previously in force).
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New HVAC system installation
- Furnace or AC replacement
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), flat fee line item under 'Building Permit Fees' |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for retaining wall construction in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Retaining wall construction — engineered plans recommended for walls over 4 feet
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
- OptionalEngineered Wall PlansStamped structural drawings from a licensed Utah PE for taller/load-bearing walls
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Retaining Wall Permit | $250.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), flat fee line item under 'Building Permit Fees' |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Complete or partial demolition of any structure
- Asbestos inspection required for structures that may contain asbestos-containing materials — contact Utah DEQ (801) 536-4000
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com
- OptionalAsbestos Survey / DEQ ClearanceContact Utah Department of Environmental Quality at (801) 536-4000 for asbestos inspection requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — Initial Inspection | $50.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
| Demolition Permit — Additional Inspections (if required) | $50.00/hr ($50.00 minimum) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop or ground-mounted solar panel installation
- Non-refundable $100 preplan review deposit due at application
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
- RequiredSolar Site Plan / Roof PlanDiagrams showing panel placement and dimensions
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels to inverter to main panel and utility meter
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Panel — Preplan Review Deposit | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). Non-refundable, applied toward actual plan review fees; remaining fee calculated per project valuation plus 1% State fee. |
Accessory Structure Permit (Garage, Pool, Storage, Detached Structures)
VerifiedRequired for detached garages, storage buildings, swimming pools, and other residential accessory structures in Morgan County, covering both unincorporated county land and Morgan City through the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Detached garage, storage building, swimming pool, or other accessory structure
- Non-refundable $50 preplan review deposit due at application
- Submission through Civic Review portal
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com with supporting documentation
- RequiredSite PlanStructure location relative to property lines and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Garage/Swimming Pool/Accessory Structure — Preplan Review Deposit | $50.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). Non-refundable, applied toward actual plan review fees; remaining fee calculated per project valuation plus 1% State fee and possible impact fees. |
| Performance Bond (pools and accessory buildings, if public infrastructure affected) | $2,500 or $15 per linear foot of frontage, whichever is greater | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) |
Commercial Building Permit
Required for new commercial and industrial construction throughout Morgan County — including unincorporated county land and Morgan City, both served by the same Morgan County Planning and Development Services department — regulated by the statewide-adopted 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a), effective July 1, 2026). Morgan County's Building Permits page lists a separate 'Commercial Building Checklist' (item #7 in its document list) but does not publish a distinct commercial preplan-review-deposit tier the way it does for Single Family, Multi-Family, Addition/Remodel, and Manufactured/Modular Home categories — commercial projects instead follow the same general remaining-fee formula (~1-2% of project valuation plus 1% State fee plus applicable impact fees) documented on this file's Residential Building Permit entry.
Reviewed 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial or industrial construction throughout Morgan County (unincorporated land or Morgan City)
- Complete digital PDF submission through the Civic Review portal, including engineer stamps and architectural review committee electrical stamps
- Fire Protection Plan Approval obtained BEFORE submission: Mountain Green Fire Chief (801-876-2277) for the Mountain Green area, or the Morgan County Fire Marshal (801-845-4049) for all other areas including Morgan City
- Performance Bond required where curb, gutter, sidewalk, or storm drainage facilities exist on the frontage
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationAll building permit applications, including commercial, are submitted through the Civic Review online portal (app.civicreview.com). Digital plans as PDFs and all supporting documentation required at submittal.
- RequiredCommercial Building ChecklistMorgan County's Building Permits page (morgancountyutah.gov/buildingpermits) lists a 'Commercial Building Checklist' as a distinct document in its submission-requirements list (item #7); the checklist's own detailed content could not be independently retrieved as of 2026-07-19 — confirm its specific requirements with the Planning and Development Department.
- RequiredEngineer StampRequired on commercial construction plans, per Morgan County's general commercial submission requirements.
- RequiredArchitectural Review Committee Electrical StampRequired as part of the commercial plan submittal per Morgan County's building permit process page.
- RequiredFire Protection Plan ApprovalForm must be printed and taken to the appropriate fire district for signature before submission: Mountain Green Fire Chief (801-876-2277) for Mountain Green area, or Morgan County Fire Marshal (801-845-4049) for all other areas including Morgan City.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remaining Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Approx. 1-2% of total project valuation (labor + materials), calculated per valuation breakdown; plus 1% State fee; plus applicable impact fees | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) — same valuation-based formula documented on this file's Residential Building Permit entry; the document does not publish a separate commercial-only percentage or valuation table distinct from the residential formula. |
| Performance Bond (public infrastructure) — New residential/commercial/industrial | $2,500 or $15 per linear foot of frontage, whichever is greater | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021); applies where curb, gutter, sidewalk, or storm drainage facilities exist — explicitly listed as covering commercial and industrial construction alongside residential. |
| Minimum Building Permit Fee | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), amending CR-07-06 Exhibit B Base Fee Schedule — same minimum documented for residential permits, not itemized separately by use classification. |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021), same fee applied county-wide regardless of use classification. |
| Investigation Fee (work started without permit) | Double the base building permit fee | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
Required for tenant improvement and tenant finish work in existing commercial buildings throughout Morgan County (unincorporated land and Morgan City alike), served by Morgan County Planning and Development Services. Morgan County does not publish a distinct tenant-improvement permit type, checklist, or fee tier separate from its general Commercial Building Permit process — the Home Addition/Remodel preplan deposit tier ($50) documented for residential remodels was not confirmed to extend to commercial tenant-space remodels, so no deposit figure is asserted here without direct confirmation.
Reviewed 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Tenant improvement or tenant finish work in an existing commercial building within Morgan County
- Complete digital PDF submission through the Civic Review portal
- Fire Protection Plan Approval obtained before submission
- Engineer stamp and architectural review committee electrical stamp where applicable to the scope of work
Required documents
- RequiredCivic Review ApplicationSubmitted digitally through app.civicreview.com — same portal used for all Morgan County building permits, including new commercial construction.
- RequiredCommercial Building ChecklistMorgan County's published checklist referenced on its Building Permits page; no distinct tenant-improvement-specific checklist was located separately from this general commercial checklist as of 2026-07-19.
- RequiredFire Protection Plan ApprovalSigned by the appropriate fire district (Mountain Green Fire Chief or Morgan County Fire Marshal) before submission.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remaining Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Approx. 1-2% of total project valuation (labor + materials); plus 1% State fee; plus applicable impact fees | Same general formula documented on this file's Commercial Building Permit entry — Morgan County's published fee worksheet does not carve out a separate, lower tenant-improvement rate. |
| Minimum Building Permit Fee | $100.00 | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021) — county-wide minimum, not itemized separately by remodel/tenant-improvement scope. |
| Re-inspection Fee (not ready) | $70.00 (+1% State Fee) | Morgan County Building Permit Fees and Worksheet (Rev 9-2021). |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
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