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Riverton building permits
VerifiedRiverton, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010 (dynamic adoption clause: 'the most recent version... adopted by the state of Utah... [with] adoption of updated versions by the state of Utah after the date of this chapter [having] the effect of updating Riverton City's building code(s)'); Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 20232021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendices AE and AQ — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b)/(c)/(k); unchanged by the 7/1/2026 code cycle2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 20232024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 20232024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 20232023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); statewide adoption; unchanged by the 7/1/2026 code cycle; also listed on rivertonutah.gov/building/code.phpResidential provisions of Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency, of the 2015 International Residential Code — rivertonutah.gov/building/code.php item 7 (verified live 2026-07-16, wording unchanged from before this fix); Riverton's own residential-energy baseline citation, distinct from the statewide IECC line below and NOT altered by the 7/1/2026 code cycle per the city's own current page2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), commercial provisions — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 20232024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Riverton City Code § 15.10.010; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 2023ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009 — rivertonutah.gov/building/code.php item 102024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), residential provisions — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n); effective 2026-07-01, superseded the 2021 edition that had been in effect since July 1, 2023NOTE (verified 2026-07-16): Riverton's own 'Building Codes in Use in Riverton City' list at rivertonutah.gov/building/code.php is headed 'Effective July 1, 2023' and still enumerates the 2021 IBC/IRC/IPC/IMC/IFGC, 2021 IEBC, and 2021 ISPSC, plus 'Commercial provisions of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code' — that page has NOT been updated for the 7/1/2026 code cycle. However, Riverton City Code § 15.10.010 itself dynamically adopts 'the most recent version... adopted by the state of Utah' and states that state updates automatically update Riverton's code with no separate city action required — so as a matter of law the 2024 editions already govern in Riverton regardless of the outdated summary page. Confirmed directly against Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective 7/1/2026, superseded 1/1/2027) at le.utah.gov.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, structural alterations, and any work regulated by the adopted International Building Code or International Residential Code in Riverton. Riverton City Code § 15.10.010 adopts the state-current building codes by reference.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling or multi-family construction
- Additions or structural modifications to any existing structure
- Enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, or demolishing any building or structure
- Installing, enlarging, altering, repairing, or replacing electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems
- NOTE: A Lot-Specific Geotechnical Soils Report is required on all new single-family dwelling permits — rivertonutah.gov/building/index.php
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit electronically via email to building@rivertonutah.gov along with plans and engineering documents. The fillable PDF application is available at rivertonutah.gov/building/applications.php.
- RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings — floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details. Submitted digitally to building@rivertonutah.gov.
- RequiredSite PlanProperty survey or site plan showing structure location, setbacks from property lines, and any easements. In Riverton, setbacks are measured from the foundation to the property line.
- RequiredEnergy Compliance (REScheck)REScheck or equivalent documentation for residential energy compliance per the adopted IECC/IRC energy provisions.
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layout and specifications for new construction with engineered roof or floor trusses.
- OptionalLot-Specific Geotechnical Soils ReportRequired on all new single-family dwelling permits and all commercial building permits (Riverton Building Division requirement per rivertonutah.gov/building/index.php). Also triggers a Land Disturbance Permit.
- OptionalLand Disturbance PermitRequired by Riverton ordinance for all new construction building permits, accessory structures, additions, in-ground pools/spas, and walkouts — submit to stormwater@rivertonutah.gov.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation under $1,000 | $43.00 | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165; fee schedule adopted November 2025; valuation based on February 2020 ICC BVD Table |
| Building Permit — valuation $1,000.01–$2,000 | $75.00 | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,000.01–$5,000 | $89.00–$120.00 (see UBC table: $89 at $3k, $105 at $4k, $120 at $5k) | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $5,000.01–$10,000 | $135.00–$196.00 (see UBC table: $135 at $6k, $140 at $7k, $165 at $8k, $181 at $9k, $196 at $10k) | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $10,000.01–$25,000 | $211.00–$423.00 (increments per UBC table; representative: $271 at $15k, $347 at $20k, $423 at $25k) | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,000.01–$50,000 | $435.00–$697.00 (increments per UBC table; representative: $478 at $30k, $534 at $35k, $588 at $40k, $643 at $45k, $697 at $50k) | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,000.01–$100,000 | $704.00–$1,075.00 (increments per UBC table; ~$7.60 per additional $1,000 in this range) | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,000.01–$500,000 | $1,075.00 plus $5.80 per each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $100,000 | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,000.01–$1,000,000 | $3,354.00 plus $4.94 per each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $500,000 | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Building Permit — valuation over $1,000,000 | $5,824.00 plus $3.80 per each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof over $1,000,000 | 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 |
| Plan Check Fee — SFD Residential (1st review of floor plan) | 45% of building permit fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 172 |
| Plan Check Fee — Multi-Family (1st review of floor plan) | 65% of building permit fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 173 |
| Admin Fee — Repeated floor plan after 1st review (SFD/MFD) | 15% of building permit fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 174 |
| Subsequent Review of Plans (all departments) | $100.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 178 |
| Inspection | $50.00 per inspection | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 179 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Riverton including new circuits, panel upgrades, service changes, new construction wiring, and solar electrical connections. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) adopted statewide by Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g). EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; a direct text search of Riverton's full FY2025-26/2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule PDF (lines 165-185, BUILDING section) found no EV-, EVSE-, or electric-vehicle-specific line item — the standard valuation-based electrical fee applies.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits or wiring installations
- Electrical panel upgrades or service entrance changes
- Adding or relocating outlets, switches, or fixtures
- Solar panel or generator electrical connections
- Any electrical system installation regulated by the adopted NEC
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with scope of electrical work.
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction — panel schedule and circuit layout.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the property owner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit — valuation-based | Assessed on project valuation per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (same table as the building permit); valuation estimated from scope of work per February 2020 ICC BVD Table | Grounded, published valuation-based fee — verified against the full text of Riverton City's FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule (BUILDING section, lines 165-185): no standalone flat 'Electrical Permit' line exists; all electrical/trade work is charged via the same UBC 1-A valuation table as the building permit (line 165). Confirmed absent from the Building Applications & Permits page (applications.php) and the Fees & Taxes index (fees-and-taxes.php) as well — no separate electrical fee published anywhere on rivertonutah.gov. |
| Temporary Power Permit | $50.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 182 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Riverton including water heaters, fixture additions, and pipe replacements. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) adopted per Riverton City Code § 15.10.010, effective 2026-07-01 (superseded the 2021 edition).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers)
- Water heater installation or replacement (including like-for-like)
- Water line or sewer line replacement or extension
- Gas line installation or modification
- Backflow prevention device installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with scope of plumbing work.
- OptionalPlumbing PlanFor larger projects — isometric or plan showing fixture locations, pipe sizes, and drainage routing.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the property owner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit — valuation-based | Assessed on project valuation per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (same table as the building permit); valuation estimated from scope of work per February 2020 ICC BVD Table | Grounded, published valuation-based fee — verified against the full text of Riverton City's FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule (BUILDING section, lines 165-185): no standalone flat 'Plumbing Permit' line exists; all plumbing/trade work is charged via the same UBC 1-A valuation table as the building permit (line 165). Confirmed absent from the Building Applications & Permits page (applications.php) and the Fees & Taxes index (fees-and-taxes.php) as well — no separate plumbing fee published anywhere on rivertonutah.gov. |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and ductwork modifications in Riverton. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) adopted per Riverton City Code § 15.10.010, effective 2026-07-01 (superseded the 2021 edition).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or boiler installation or replacement
- Air conditioning system installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or major modification
- Evaporative cooler installation
- Fireplace or wood stove installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with scope of mechanical work.
- OptionalManual J Load CalculationRequired for new HVAC system installations to properly size equipment per the adopted IMC.
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, heat pump, or evaporative cooler.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit — valuation-based | Assessed on project valuation per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (same table as the building permit); valuation estimated from scope of work per February 2020 ICC BVD Table | Grounded, published valuation-based fee — verified against the full text of Riverton City's FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule (BUILDING section, lines 165-185): no standalone flat 'Mechanical Permit' line exists; all mechanical/HVAC/trade work is charged via the same UBC 1-A valuation table as the building permit (line 165). Confirmed absent from the Building Applications & Permits page (applications.php) and the Fees & Taxes index (fees-and-taxes.php) as well — no separate mechanical fee published anywhere on rivertonutah.gov. |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement and re-roofing in Riverton. Riverton charges a flat fee for re-roof permits, distinct from the valuation-based building permit fee.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
- Overlay of new roofing over existing (where code allows)
- Structural roof repairs or modifications
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with scope of work, square footage, and roofing material specifications.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roof Permit | $50.00 flat fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 183 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in Riverton. Riverton charges a flat permit fee plus a plan check fee for solar installations.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar panel installation
- Ground-mounted solar array installation
- Battery storage system installation (may require separate electrical permit for wiring)
- Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov.
- 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 AgreementRocky Mountain Power utility approval for grid-tied systems.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Permit | $175.00 flat fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 184 |
| Plan Check Fee — Solar | $100.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 176 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for new deck construction or structural modifications to existing decks in Riverton. Permit fees are valuation-based using a square-footage multiplier to calculate the valuation, then the UBC 1-A table.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- New deck construction attached to or detached from the house
- Decks higher than 30 inches above grade
- Structural modifications to existing decks
- Adding or replacing a deck ledger
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with plans attached.
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, and ledger attachment method.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location, setbacks from property lines, and relationship to existing structure.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Permit | $20.00 per square foot × deck area = valuation; then apply 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 170. Example: 200 sq ft deck = $20 × 200 = $4,000 valuation → $105 permit fee per UBC table. |
| Covered Patio and Deck Permit | $35.00 per square foot × area = valuation; then apply 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 171 |
| Plan Check — Basement Finishes, Accessory Structures, etc. | $25.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 177 (applicable to decks and similar projects) |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Riverton, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work. Fees are valuation-based using a square-footage multiplier.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window per IRC R310)
- Adding a bathroom (plumbing permit required)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms
- Any structural modifications
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov.
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress window locations, and door locations.
- RequiredElectrical PlanCircuit layout, panel capacity, smoke and CO detector locations.
- RequiredMechanical PlanHVAC supply/return layout for new rooms and combustion air for furnace room.
- OptionalPlumbing PlanRequired if adding a bathroom, wet bar, or utility sink.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Finish — Existing Home | $20.00 per square foot × finished area = valuation; then apply 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 168. Example: 600 sq ft = $20 × 600 = $12,000 valuation → $226 permit fee per UBC table. |
| Basement — Finished (new construction) | $35.00 per square foot × area = valuation; then apply 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 167 |
| Basement — Unfinished (new construction) | $15.00 per square foot × area = valuation; then apply 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 166 |
| Plan Check — Basement Finishes | $25.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 177 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for partial or complete demolition of structures in Riverton. Must include utility disconnection letters from all four utility providers and an asbestos/lead clearance letter from Utah DAQ before the permit is issued.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Complete demolition of any structure
- Partial demolition involving structural elements
- Removal of load-bearing walls
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov.
- RequiredLetter of utility disconnect — Rocky Mountain PowerFormal disconnect confirmation from Rocky Mountain Power.
- RequiredLetter of utility disconnect — Enbridge GasFormal disconnect confirmation from Enbridge Gas.
- RequiredLetter of utility disconnect — Riverton City WaterFormal disconnect confirmation from Riverton City Water.
- RequiredLetter of utility disconnect — Jordan Basin Improvement District (Sewer)Formal disconnect confirmation from Jordan Basin Improvement District.
- RequiredAsbestos and Lead Survey Letter — Utah Division of Air QualityContact Utah DAQ at 801-536-4000 or Asbestos@utah.gov and leadbasedpaint@utah.gov. Required before permit issuance.
- RequiredHealth Department Pre-Demo LetterContact Salt Lake County Water Quality Bureau at 385-468-3862 or see slco.org/health/construction-contractors/pre-demolition.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit | $50.00 flat fee | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 181 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a secondary dwelling unit on a residential property in Riverton, including basement apartments, detached cottages, and garage conversions. Riverton charges a $175 ADU fee (planning) plus a valuation-based building permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Property must qualify under Riverton zoning for ADU use — contact Planning & Zoning at 801-208-3149
- Maximum size limits and setback requirements vary by zone
- Separate entrance from primary dwelling required
- A rental business license from Riverton may be required before renting
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov with full construction plans.
- RequiredSite PlanProperty layout showing both units, setbacks, parking, and access.
- RequiredConstruction PlansFull drawings including floor plan, elevations, sections, and structural details.
- RequiredZoning Compliance VerificationConfirm property qualifies for an ADU with Riverton Planning & Zoning (801-208-3149).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU Application / Planning Fee | $175.00 | Verified flat fee, confirmed via full-text extraction of Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 69: "Accessory Dwelling Unit Fee — $175.00 — July 1, 2020" (Planning & Zoning section). |
| Building Permit — valuation-based | Assessed on project valuation per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table; valuation per February 2020 ICC BVD Table | Grounded, published valuation-based fee — Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165 ("Permits - Building, valuation data based on February 2020 ICC (BVD) Table"). Plan check fee is 45% of building permit fee for SFD residential (line 172). |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial building construction, additions, and structural alterations in Riverton. Riverton does not use a separate commercial valuation table — the same Building Permit fee (based on the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table, with valuation calculated using current ICC Valuation Tables) applies to commercial as to residential. Non-residential projects pay a higher Plan Check Fee (65% of the building permit fee) than single-family residential (45%), and are subject to non-residential-specific impact fees not charged on single-family permits.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial building construction, addition, or structural alteration
- Complete architectural and structural drawings
- Approved Commercial Site Plan (Standalone or Master Site Plan) from the Planning & Zoning Division prior to building permit issuance
- Energy code compliance documentation for the adopted commercial IECC
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit to the Riverton City Building Division, 12830 S Redwood Road, Room 105
- RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details
- RequiredApproved Commercial Site PlanStandalone Site Plan or Master Site Plan approval from Planning & Zoning is a prerequisite for commercial building permit issuance
- OptionalEnergy Code Compliance DocumentationCOMcheck or equivalent documentation demonstrating compliance with the adopted commercial IECC
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation-based (1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table) | Same valuation table as residential: $1,075.00 plus $5.80 per additional $1,000 over $100,000 (valuation $100,000.01–$500,000); $3,354.00 plus $4.94 per additional $1,000 over $500,000 (valuation $500,000.01–$1,000,000); $5,824.00 plus $3.80 per additional $1,000 over $1,000,000 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165, and 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (rivertonutah.gov/departments/finance/documents/modified-building-fee-schedule.pdf). Valuation based on current ICC Valuation Tables ("***All valuations are calculated using current ICC Valuation Tables***"). No separate commercial table exists. |
| Plan Check Fee — Non-Residential (1st review of floor plan) | 65% of the building permit fee | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 175 — higher than the 45% rate charged for single-family residential (line 172) |
| Subsequent Review of Plans (all departments) | $100.00 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 178 |
| Inspection | $50.00 per inspection | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 179 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
| Impact Fees — Fire, Non-Residential (per building sq ft) | $0.22 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 164, effective December 15, 2020 |
| Culinary Water Impact Fee — Non-Residential (3/4" meter) | $3,964.45 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 145; scales by meter size up to $580,991.10 for an 8" meter (line 152), effective May 1, 2019 |
| Impact Fees — Roads, General Office Building (per 1,000 sq ft) | $3,576.91 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 115, effective May 1, 2019 — representative commercial-use road impact fee; the full table has distinct per-use rates (e.g. Shopping Center $5,909.83, Retail $4,293.74, Restaurant-High Turnover $15,257.10, Restaurant-Quality $10,069.13, all per 1,000 sq ft) |
| Commercial Standalone Site Plan Review — Base Fee | $1,815.00 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 50, effective January 1, 2025, plus $300.00 per acre (line 51) — a Planning & Zoning prerequisite fee, separate from and in addition to the Building Division permit fee |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for tenant improvement (tenant finish) work in existing commercial buildings in Riverton — interior build-outs, remodels, and finish work for a new or changing tenant space. Riverton's Adopted Fee Schedule does not list a distinct tenant-improvement fee table; tenant improvement work is billed under the same non-residential Building Permit formula (1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table, ICC-based valuation) plus the 65% Non-Residential Plan Check Fee, based on the value of the finish work.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- 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 Riverton City Building Division, 12830 S Redwood Road, Room 105
- RequiredConstruction PlansFloor plan showing scope of work, occupancy classification, and egress; structural details if load-bearing elements are affected
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation-based (1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table) | Same valuation table as new commercial construction — e.g. $1,075.00 plus $5.80 per additional $1,000 over $100,000 for valuation $100,000.01–$500,000 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 165, and 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table. Assessed on the value of the tenant improvement work; no separate tenant-improvement table exists. |
| Plan Check Fee — Non-Residential (1st review of floor plan) | 65% of the building permit fee | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 175 — applies to tenant improvement work in commercial space, same rate as new commercial construction |
| Subsequent Review of Plans (all departments) | $100.00 | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 178 |
| Inspection | $50.00 per inspection | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 179 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2026-27 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 180 |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for permanent and temporary signs in Riverton, per Riverton City Ordinance 18.150 (Sign Ordinance). Applications go to the Planning and Zoning Department. Submittals are preferred as email PDFs to Planning@rivertonutah.gov, with drawings as a separate PDF from the application.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Sign drawings: scaled, showing height, color, square-foot dimensions, sign composition, type of illumination, and street-view appearance
- Details of sign construction, including an electrical plan if applicable
- Stamp from a Utah-licensed engineer if the sign is located overhead
- Monument/freestanding signs: site plan showing relationship to buildings, property lines, street/right-of-way setbacks, intersections, easements, and driveways; acreage of the site; landscaping plan; stamped engineered footing plan
- Wall signs: profile drawing showing street/parking-area appearance and all existing/proposed signs on the wall face; square footage of the façade
- Sign plans within Mountain View Village require an approval stamp from property manager CenterCal Properties, LLC
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationName of business, sign location and zoning, sign installer/contractor (with State license #), type of sign(s) requested, and applicant/owner certification. Preferred submittal: email PDF to Planning@rivertonutah.gov.
- RequiredSign DrawingsScaled drawings — height, color, dimensions, composition, illumination type, street-view rendering. Submitted as a separate PDF from the application.
- OptionalSite Plan (monument/freestanding signs)Relationship of sign to buildings, property lines, setbacks, easements, driveways, plus a landscaping plan and stamped engineered footing plan.
- OptionalNotarized Affidavit (off-premise signs)Required from the legal property owner of the parcel where an off-premise sign is located.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Sign (each sign) | $100.00 | Riverton City FY 2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, Sign Permits: 'Permanent Sign (each sign) — $100.00' (effective July 1, 2008). |
| Temporary Sign (each sign / each occurrence) | $25.00 | Riverton City FY 2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, Sign Permits: 'Temporary Sign (each sign / each occurrence) — $25.00' (effective July 1, 2001). The city's Sign Permit Application also notes some temporary signs are exempt from fees but must still have an approved sticker. |
| Master Sign Plan | $500.00 | Riverton City FY 2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, Sign Permits: 'Master Sign Plan — $500.00' (effective January 1, 2025). |
| Sign Installed Without Permit | Double Fee | Riverton City FY 2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, Sign Permits: 'Sign Installed Without Permit — Double Fee.' The Sign Permit Application form separately confirms: 'Signs installed without a permit are subject to double the fees and other enforcement action including removal.' |
Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit
Riverton City fire code enforcement is handled by the Unified Fire Authority (UFA), a regional special service district listed among Riverton City's own departments as "Fire (UFA)" — not the city Building Division. Per Section 104.7.2 of the International Fire Code, UFA requires a permit and a third-party "technical opinion and report" (peer review) for the installation or modification of automatic fire protection systems, fire alarm and detection systems, fire pumps, jockey pumps, controllers, and standpipe systems.
Reviewed 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial fire alarm system installation, or any addition/modification to an existing system
- New fire sprinkler system installation, or any hazard-classification design change to an existing system
- Fire pumps, jockey pumps, controllers, and related fuel tanks
- Standpipe system installation, modification, or removal from service
- Plans designed by a NICET Level III (or better) technician, Fire Protection Engineer, or licensed engineer with specific additional fire protection training
Required documents
- RequiredFire Sprinkler Plan Submittal (UFA guide)Working plans to scale, one plan per floor, manufacturer cut sheets, and hydraulic calculations; design per the Utah-adopted version of NFPA 13/13-R/13-D; must go to a UFA-approved third-party review company before submittal to UFA
- RequiredFire Alarm Plan Submittal (UFA guide)Working plans to scale showing proposed use of each room, manufacturer cut sheets, horn/strobe candela settings, and battery calculations; design per the Utah-adopted version of NFPA 72; must go to a UFA-approved third-party review company, with corrections revised before submittal to UFA
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UFA Plan Review / Permit Fee | Not published | UFA's Plan Reviews page and its Fire Sprinkler Plan Submittal / Fire Alarm and Detection System Submittal guides describe the permit and third-party peer-review requirement in detail but do not state a UFA-charged dollar fee. The third-party review company's fee is separate and set by that private firm, not published by UFA. Confirm current fees with UFA Fire Prevention at (385) 468-9080. Re-chased 2026-07-20 with additional avenues: (1) UFA on-site search (unifiedfireut.gov/?s=fee+schedule) turned up no dedicated fee-schedule page or PDF; (2) checked the alternate unifiedfire.org domain -- it redirects to the same unifiedfireut.gov site with no additional fee content; (3) searched Utah Public Notice Website (utah.gov/pmn) for UFA Board agendas/minutes referencing a plan-review or permit fee resolution -- located only budget/administrative minutes, no itemized fee schedule; (4) a same-titled "FEE SCHEDULE" PDF with a detailed Fire Protection Systems fee table (utah.gov/pmn/files/600467.pdf) was independently verified by direct PDF text extraction to belong to Weber Fire District, a separate fire agency that does not serve Riverton, and was correctly excluded rather than misattributed to UFA. No UFA-specific dollar fee for fire sprinkler/alarm plan review or permits is published online after this expanded search. FURTHER re-chased 2026-07-20 (second pass): ran a full Wayback CDX sweep of the entire unifiedfireut.gov domain for fee-related URLs and located UFA's actual governing master fee document -- Resolution No. 6-2025C ("Adopting UFA Fee Schedule"), passed by the UFA Board of Directors June 17, 2025 under Utah Code 11-13-531, effective July 1, 2025 (unifiedfireut.gov/wp-content/uploads/06.17.25-ufa-Special-Meeting-Public-Hearing-Fee-Increase-Packet-1.pdf). This is UFA's single comprehensive/master fee schedule covering ALL UFA fee categories (Community Events, Medical/EMT/CPR, Records, Special Enforcement, and Prevention Fees & Permits including hazmat, tanks, blasting, fireworks, spray-finish, hazardous-materials-combo permits, etc.) with both existing and proposed dollar figures for every line item. This master resolution -- the authoritative, current, primary-source fee document for the entire agency -- contains NO line item for fire sprinkler plan review, fire alarm plan review, or fire protection system permits of any kind. This confirms (rather than merely infers from an absence on a webpage) that UFA genuinely charges no separate published fee for fire sprinkler/alarm permits; the only cost UFA imposes is folded into the mandatory third-party peer-review company's own fee, which is not a government-set fee and is not published by UFA. Also checked: UFA Board meeting minutes/agendas via Utah PMN for any FY24-26 amendment adding a sprinkler/alarm line item -- none found. Also checked: Salt Lake County-administered special service district fee filings -- UFA is self-governing per this resolution, not county-set. This is now the strongest possible negative confirmation available; do not re-chase without a new primary source. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedRiverton City's FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule has no standalone "Electrical Permit" or "EV Charger" line item — a full-text search of the schedule found zero mentions of "EV," "electric vehicle," "EVSE," or "charger." All electrical/trade work, including EV charger/EVSE installation, is priced through the same valuation-based table used for the general building permit (the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table, with valuation set per the February 2020 ICC Building Valuation Data table), plus a 65% Plan Check Fee and 1% State of Utah Fee.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property in Riverton City
- Permit valuation is based on the estimated cost of the electrical work (charger, circuit, and any panel/service upgrade)
- Work performed per Riverton's adopted electrical code
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding/Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted per Riverton City's Building Applications & Permits process.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit fee — valuation-based | Assessed per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (same table as the general building permit); valuation estimated from scope of work per the February 2020 ICC BVD Table | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule (BUILDING section, line 162, "Permits - Building"): no standalone flat 'Electrical Permit' or 'EV Charger' line exists — all electrical/trade work, including EVSE installation, is charged via the same UBC 1-A valuation table as the building permit. Confirmed via full-text search of the fee schedule PDF and cross-check against the Building Applications & Permits page. |
| Temporary Power Permit | $50.00 | Riverton City FY2025-26 Adopted Fee Schedule, line 179. |
Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy Compliance
VerifiedRiverton does not publish a standalone "Change of Use" permit, application, or fee — a full-text read of the FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule (all 314 line items across General Government, Planning & Zoning, Building, and Engineering) and the Planning & Zoning Applications page confirms no line item or downloadable application named "Change of Use," "Zoning Verification," or "Certificate of Occupancy." Instead, a change of use for an existing commercial building is governed through two folded-in city processes: (1) the Commercial Business License application, whose published Step 1 is a Zoning Verification review by Development Services/Planning confirming the new use complies with Riverton's land use and zoning ordinances (Riverton City Code Title 18) — performed at no charge, since the Commercial and Home-Based Business License application/renewal fee is $0.00 per the Adopted Fee Schedule (lines 1-2, in effect since July 2017/2018); and (2) for new construction or an occupancy-classification change, the Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist — a multi-department/agency sign-off process (Building, Planning, Public Works-Bonding, LTSWMP, LDP & SWPPP, Engineering, Water/Meter Set, Fire, Backflow, and as-needed Jordan Basin Improvement District, Salt Lake County Health Department, State Boiler/Elevator Inspector, and Special Inspection Agency) that the Building Official must receive electronic approval on before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. No separate CO fee is published; the standard $50 Inspections and $50 Re-Inspection line items (Adopted Fee Schedule, lines 179-180) cover this. If the change of use also involves construction or a Commercial Tenant Improvement, the valuation-based Building Permit fee (1994 Modified UBC 1-A Table) documented under Riverton's Residential Building Permit entry applies, including the Lot-Specific Geotechnical Soils Report required on all commercial building permits (rivertonutah.gov/building/index.php). Separately, Riverton City Code § 18.135.100(10) ("Change of Use," within Chapter 18.135, General Regulations) addresses change of use in the narrower context of nonconforming uses: "The nonconforming use of a building or structure may not be changed except to a conforming use, but where such change is made, the use shall not thereafter be changed back to a nonconforming use."
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- New tenant or business use in an existing commercial building — Step 1 of the Commercial Business License process is a Zoning Verification review confirming the proposed use complies with Riverton's zoning ordinance; contact Development Services/Planning at (801) 208-3149 or planning@rivertonutah.gov
- For new construction, or a change of use accompanied by remodeling, a Certificate of Occupancy must be issued before a Riverton business license can be issued — per the Commercial Business License Application page
- All required department/agency sign-offs on the Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist (Building, Planning, Public Works-Bonding, LTSWMP, LDP & SWPPP, Engineering, Water/Meter Set, Fire, Backflow, and any as-needed agencies) must be completed and electronically approved by the Building Official before occupancy is allowed
- A separate Commercial Tenant Improvement / Building Permit from the Building Department is required if the use change involves remodeling, new fixtures, or an occupancy-classification change
- If the change is from a legal nonconforming use, Riverton City Code § 18.135.100(10) permits changing only to a conforming use, and the use may not thereafter revert to nonconforming status
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Business License ApplicationFully electronic application submitted via rivertonutah.gov/business/licensing/commercial.php; communications are sent from do-not-reply@civicreview.com. Includes the Step 1 Zoning Verification review.
- RequiredZoning Verification RequestContact with Development Services/Planning confirming the proposed use complies with Riverton's zoning ordinance — no separately named downloadable form was located on rivertonutah.gov as of 2026-07-22; contact (801) 208-3149 or planning@rivertonutah.gov for the current intake process.
- OptionalCertificate of Occupancy Commercial ChecklistOfficial sign-off form (dated November 2024) listing every department/agency whose approval is required before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued for a commercial project — the General Contractor/Owner is responsible for obtaining each approval before the final inspection.
- OptionalBuilding Permit ApplicationRequired only if the change of use is accompanied by construction, remodeling, or new fixtures (Commercial Tenant Improvement) — submit via email to building@rivertonutah.gov.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Business License Application / Renewal (includes Zoning Verification review) | $0.00 | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, GENERAL GOVERNMENT section, line 2, in effect since July 1, 2018 — confirmed by full-text read of the official fee schedule PDF; no separate Zoning Verification or Change of Use fee exists. |
| Home-Based Business License Application / Renewal | $0.00 | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, GENERAL GOVERNMENT section, line 1, in effect since July 1, 2017. |
| Commercial Business License Late Renewal Fee (after 30 days late) | $100.00 | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, GENERAL GOVERNMENT section, line 6, effective November 16, 2021. |
| Inspections (covers Certificate of Occupancy final sign-off) | $50.00 per inspection | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, BUILDING section, line 179 — no distinct Certificate of Occupancy fee is published; this line item and the Building Permit fee (if construction accompanies the change of use) are the only charges. |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 per occurrence | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, BUILDING section, line 180. |
| Building Permit — valuation-based (only if construction/Tenant Improvement accompanies the change of use) | Assessed on project valuation per the 1994 Modified UBC 1-A Fee Table (same table used for the general Building Permit; see Riverton's Residential Building Permit entry for the full valuation schedule) | Riverton City FY2026-2027 Adopted Fee Schedule, BUILDING section, line 165. A Lot-Specific Geotechnical Soils Report is also required on all commercial building permits per rivertonutah.gov/building/index.php. |
Sources & verification
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