Herriman building permits

Requirements

• New single-family or multi-family residential construction
• Additions involving structural work
• Structural modifications — load-bearing wall removal, foundation alterations
• Conversion of non-habitable space to habitable space
• Any work requiring plan review under Herriman Title 10

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding PlansComplete construction drawings to scale — floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details. For new residential buildings and detached structures over 800 sq ft, structural pages must be stamped by a licensed structural engineer.
• RequiredSite PlanProperty survey showing footprint, setbacks, and relationship to property lines
• RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationREScheck or equivalent demonstrating compliance with the 2021 IECC
• OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction with truss systems

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• New electrical circuits or wiring installations
• Electrical panel upgrades or replacements
• Service entrance changes
• Adding or relocating outlets, switches, or fixtures
• Generator or solar panel electrical connections

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationBuilding permit application listing the electrical contractor
• OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction — panel schedule and circuit layout
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) — required unless owner-builder on own primary residence

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• Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property
• New dedicated electrical circuit, and/or panel or service capacity upgrade, to serve the charger
• One-line diagram and supporting information submitted with the permit application, per Herriman's Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing requirements
• Plugging a Level 1 (120V) charger into an existing outlet is not new electrical work and does not require a permit, per the same city page

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationBuilding permit application listing the electrical contractor
• RequiredOne-Line DiagramRequired specifically for EV charger installations per Herriman's Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing page — shows the charger circuit, panel/service capacity, and any related electrical modifications.
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) — required unless owner-builder on own primary residence

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• New plumbing fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers)
• Water heater installation or replacement
• Water line or sewer line replacement or extension
• Gas line installation or modification
• Backflow prevention device installation

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationBuilding permit application listing the plumbing contractor
• OptionalPlumbing PlanRequired for larger projects — isometric or plan showing fixture locations, pipe sizes, and drainage
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) — required unless owner-builder on own primary residence

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• Furnace or boiler installation or replacement
• Air conditioning system installation or replacement
• Ductwork installation or major modification
• Evaporative cooler installation
• Gas fireplace or appliance installation

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationBuilding permit application listing the mechanical contractor
• OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, heat pump, or evaporative cooler
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah HVAC contractor license (Utah DOPL) — required unless owner-builder

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• Re-roofing where existing roof is water-soaked or deteriorated
• Re-roofing where existing roof is wood shake, slate, clay, cement, or asbestos-cement tile
• Re-roofing where existing roof already has two or more layers of covering
• All roof conversions (changing pitch) always require a permit
• All commercial re-roofs require a permit

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationScope of work, square footage, and material specifications
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not owner-builder
• OptionalTruss Diagram and House LayoutRequired for roof conversions only — showing truss detail, bearing walls

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• Rooftop solar panel installation
• Ground-mounted solar array installation
• Battery storage system installation (e.g., Powerwall)
• Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection

Required documents

• RequiredSolar Site Plan / Roof PlanShowing panel placement, setbacks, and access pathways on the roof
• 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
• OptionalInterconnection AgreementUtility approval for grid-tied systems (Rocky Mountain Power)

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• 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

• RequiredDeck PlansFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, and footing details
• RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location with setbacks from property lines
• OptionalLedger DetailConnection detail for attached decks per IRC R507.2

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• Framing walls in an unfinished basement
• Adding a bedroom (requires egress window)
• Adding a bathroom (requires plumbing permit)
• Electrical wiring for new rooms
• Any structural modifications

Required documents

• RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, and door locations
• 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

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• New fence construction
• Replacement of existing fence in a different location or at a different height

Required documents

• RequiredSite PlanShowing fence location relative to property lines and any easements
• OptionalFence DetailsHeight, material, and style specifications

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• Complete demolition of any structure
• Partial demolition involving structural elements
• Removal of load-bearing walls

Required documents

• RequiredDemolition ApplicationScope of demolition, structure details, and disposal plan
• OptionalAsbestos SurveyFederal NESHAP asbestos inspection required for structures that may contain asbestos-containing materials (typically pre-1980 construction)
• RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected prior to demolition

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• In-ground swimming pool construction
• Above-ground pools with depth over 24 inches
• Hot tubs and spas
• Pool barrier/fence installation (required for all pools)

Required documents

• RequiredPool PlansPool dimensions, depth, equipment location, and structural details
• RequiredSite PlanPool location with setbacks, equipment pad, and barrier/fence layout
• RequiredBarrier PlanPool fence/barrier details meeting IRC Chapter 31 and ISPSC requirements
• RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details

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• Water heater replacement (including like-for-like swaps)
• New water heater installation
• Conversion from tank to tankless water heater
• Gas line modification for water heater

Required documents

• RequiredPermit ApplicationWater heater type, size, fuel source, and location
• OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheet for the water heater
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not owner-builder on own primary residence

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• New non-residential (commercial) building construction
• Complete architectural and structural drawings
• Site Plan Review approval from Planning (Commercial/Industrial Conditional Use) prior to or concurrent with the building permit
• Energy code compliance documentation for the adopted commercial IECC

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit to the Herriman City Building Department, 5355 W Herriman Main St
• RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details
• RequiredCommercial/Industrial Site Plan ReviewPlanning Department site plan approval is required for new commercial and industrial development ahead of or alongside the building permit
• OptionalEnergy Code Compliance DocumentationCOMcheck or equivalent documentation demonstrating compliance with the adopted commercial IECC

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• Interior build-out, remodel, or finish work in an existing commercial tenant space
• Floor plan showing existing and proposed layout, occupancy classification, and egress
• Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans for the scope of work

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit to the Herriman City Building Department, 5355 W Herriman Main St
• RequiredConstruction PlansFloor plan showing scope of work, occupancy classification, and egress; structural details if load-bearing elements are affected

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• Monument sign or building (wall) sign installation, electrified or not
• For monument signs, a conditional use application must be approved through the Planning Department before submitting the building permit application
• Banners and other temporary signs are not covered by this permit — contact the Planning Department at (801) 446-5323 for temporary sign permits

Required documents

• RequiredPermit Application FormHerriman online building permit application form
• RequiredSite PlanShowing location of the sign(s) and setback to property line for monument signs
• RequiredConstruction PlansColor representation of the building exterior and sign placement with dimensions; attachment and electrical plans wet-stamped by a Utah State licensed structural engineer; for monument signs, construction details showing footing depth and rebar placement
• RequiredValuation DocumentationCost of labor and materials to complete the project — contract, bid sheet, or invoice
• OptionalConditional Use ApplicationRequired for monument signs, approved through the Planning Department prior to building permit submittal

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• Permit required from the fire code official (UFA) before beginning work on any fire protection system, per International Fire Code Section 105.1.1 — beginning work before permit issuance and plan approval is done at the contractor's own risk
• Fire Sprinkler System plans must be submitted to a UFA-approved Third Party Review company before final submittal to UFA (ufaplansubmittal@unifiedfire.org)
• Third-party peer review required for automatic fire sprinkler system installation/modification, EXCEPT: installation of fire hydrants/underground supply lines, pre-engineered kitchen hood suppression systems, or installation/relocation of fewer than 20 sprinkler heads
• System designer must be NICET Level III (Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Layout) or better, a Fire Protection Engineer, or a licensed engineer with specific additional fire protection training
• Design and installation per the most recent NFPA 13, 13-R, or 13-D adopted by the State of Utah
• Systems with 20 or more sprinkler heads (with limited 13-D/13-R exceptions) require off-site remote monitoring from an approved monitoring company

Required documents

• RequiredFire Sprinkler System PlansWorking plans drawn to scale with a plan of each floor, manufacturer cut sheets, and hydraulic calculations, per UFA's Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Submittal guide. Plans must show the designer's NICET certification number and signature, or engineer stamp and signature.
• RequiredThird Party Peer Review ReportTechnical opinion and report from a UFA-approved third-party review company (required unless the project qualifies for an exception), submitted along with the plans to UFA for final review and permitting.

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• Plan submittal and permit from UFA required for all new commercial fire alarm system installations and for existing system additions or modifications
• Third-party peer review required where more than five (5) horns or strobes are added or relocated; plans must be submitted to a UFA-approved Third Party Review company first
• System designer must be NICET Level III (Engineering Technician) or better, a Fire Protection Engineer, or a licensed engineer with specific additional fire protection training
• Design and installation per the most recent NFPA 72 adopted by the State of Utah
• Any structure (except one- and two-family dwellings) with 20 or more sprinkler heads must also have off-site monitoring of its fire alarm system

Required documents

• RequiredFire Alarm and Detection System PlansWorking plans drawn to scale showing proposed use of each room, manufacturer cut sheets, horn/strobe candela settings, and battery calculations, per UFA's Fire Alarm and Detection System Submittal guide. Plans must show the designer's NICET certification number and signature, or engineer stamp and signature.
• OptionalThird Party Peer Review ReportRequired where more than five horns/strobes are added or relocated; submitted to UFA along with corrected plans for final review and permitting.

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• Any change in the use classification of an existing building or property from one zoning-recognized use to another (e.g., retail to restaurant, office to daycare, warehouse to gym)
• Applies whether or not accompanying construction/remodel work is performed
• If the change affects an approved site plan, review proceeds as a Site Plan Amendment under HCC 10-5-11(H), requiring the Community Development Director to find the proposed change of use consistent with uses permitted on the site
• A separate Herriman business license (herriman.gov/licenses) is required for the new business/use at the location
• A separate Building Department permit (Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish) is required if the use change involves remodeling, new fixtures, or occupancy-classification-triggering alterations

Required documents

• RequiredPlanning Application / Change of Use RequestSubmitted to the Herriman Planning Department describing the existing and proposed use, per the Master Fee Schedule's Planning Fees "Change of Use" line item; Herriman's online Applications page (herriman.gov/applications) does not list a separately named downloadable "Change of Use" form as of 2026-07-21 — confirm the current intake form or process directly with Planning at (801) 446-5323 or planning@herriman.gov.
• OptionalSite Plan (existing or proposed)Required when the change of use affects an approved site plan, reviewed as a Site Plan Amendment under HCC 10-5-11(H) by the Community Development Director
• RequiredBusiness License ApplicationSeparate application required for the new business to operate at the location — confirms zoning compliance and code compliance per herriman.gov/licenses

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