How much does a residential building permit cost in Riverton?

Riverton City building permit fees are valuation-based using the UBC 1-A fee table, with valuation calculated from current ICC Building Valuation Data tables. SFD plan check is 45% of the permit fee (first review); multi-family is 65%. Inspections and re-inspections are $50. State surcharge of 1% applies. (FY2025, updated 03/27/2025)

How long does permit review take in Riverton?

Riverton does not publish a fixed plan-review turnaround. Across Utah jurisdictions, residential plan review typically runs about 2-4 weeks, but times vary with project scope and department workload — confirm current timelines with the Riverton building department before you submit.

Residential Building Permit in Riverton, Utah

Required for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in Riverton.

Verified 2026-06-27 · Source

When you need this permit

Project valuation over $500
New construction or structural modification
Changes to electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems

Required documents

Req
Building Plans
Complete construction drawings to scale (floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details). Most Utah jurisdictions now require a single PDF set uploaded through their online permit portal.
Req
Site Plan
Property survey showing setbacks and footprint
Req
Energy Compliance
REScheck or equivalent energy calculation
Req
Engineered Truss Plans
Sealed truss layouts for new construction

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit	Valuation-based per UBC 1-A fee table (valuation from current ICC BVD tables)	—
Plan Check (SFD Residential, 1st review)	45% of building permit fee	—
Plan Check (Multi-family, 1st review)	65% of building permit fee	—
Admin Fee (repeat floor plan after 1st review)	15% of building permit fee	—
Inspection / Re-Inspection	$50	—
State Surcharge	1% of permit fee	—

Review timeline

~10–21 business days

Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Riverton building department

Inspection process

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour — forms, rebar, anchor bolts
2
Framing
After framing, sheathing, and roof — before insulation
3
Insulation
After insulation installed, before drywall
4
Final
All work complete, ready for occupancy

Tips

Call Riverton's Building Department before 1 PM for same-day inspection requests.
Submit your permit application online through the Riverton City portal for faster processing.
Schedule inspections at least 24 hours in advance.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a residential building permit cost in Riverton?: Riverton City building permit fees are valuation-based using the UBC 1-A fee table, with valuation calculated from current ICC Building Valuation Data tables. SFD plan check is 45% of the permit fee (first review); multi-family is 65%. Inspections and re-inspections are $50. State surcharge of 1% applies. (FY2025, updated 03/27/2025)
How long does permit review take in Riverton?: Riverton does not publish a fixed plan-review turnaround. Across Utah jurisdictions, residential plan review typically runs about 2-4 weeks, but times vary with project scope and department workload — confirm current timelines with the Riverton building department before you submit.

Sources & verification

Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-27.

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 Riverton building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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