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Commercial Building Permit in Sandy, Utah

Required for new commercial building construction in Sandy ("New Build" category under the Commercial Permits table of the city's fee schedule), covering new shell buildings, offices, retail, and other commercial structures. Fees are based on total project valuation using a separate Commercial Permits fee table from the residential schedule. Plan review adds 65% of the permit fee and the state adds a 1% surcharge on all building fees, same as residential.

Verified 2026-07-19 · Source

When you need this permit

  • New commercial building construction on a permitted, properly zoned lot
  • Complete architectural and structural drawings sealed by a licensed design professional
  • Site plan showing setbacks, parking, and drainage per Sandy's Planning Division requirements
  • Energy code compliance documentation (COMcheck or equivalent) for the adopted IECC
  • Fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm plans where required by the adopted IBC/IFC, reviewed separately by the Fire Department

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Fee schedule

Commercial New Build — total valuation < $100,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122 Building Permit Fees, Commercial Permits — New Build
$2,495
Commercial New Build — total valuation $100,000–$250,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$3,714
Commercial New Build — total valuation $250,000–$500,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$6,452
Commercial New Build — total valuation $500,000–$1,000,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$10,927
Commercial New Build — total valuation $1,000,000–$2,500,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$15,472
Commercial New Build — total valuation $2,500,000–$5,000,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$19,098
Commercial New Build — total valuation $5,000,000–$10,000,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$24,352
Commercial New Build — total valuation > $10,000,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122 — full table runs $10M–$15M: $29,676; $15M–$20M: $35,000; $20M–$30M: $45,094; $30M–$40M: $55,188; $40M–$50M: $66,333; >$50M: $77,548
$29,676–$77,548 (six further tiers up to >$50,000,000)
New Construction Fire Sprinkler Plan Review — 1-100 headsSandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Fire § 314224 Fire Inspection Fees — New Construction Fire Sprinklers 1-100 heads (additional tiers up to $325 + $0.55/head for >300 heads)
$160
New Construction Fire Alarm Plan Review — 1-3,000 sq ftSandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Fire § 314224 Fire Inspection Fees — New Construction Fire Alarm 1-3,000 sq ft (additional tiers up to $270 + $0.005/sq ft for >8,000 sq ft)
$160
Plan Review FeeSandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
65% of the building permit fee
State Building Fee SurchargeSandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122 — state-regulated surcharge
1% of total permit fee
Re-Inspection FeeSandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$70
Sign Permit Bond (Commercial)Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122 Inspection Bonds — Sign Permit Bond (Commercial)
$500

Review timeline

Plan review
Not published — contact the department

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Foundation / Footing

    Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts per adopted IBC

  2. 2

    Underground / Rough-In (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical)

    Before backfill and before closing walls or ceilings — all underground and rough-in utilities

  3. 3

    Framing

    After framing, sheathing, and rough-in MEP — before insulation or wall cover

  4. 4

    Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm

    Separate inspection by the Sandy Fire Department where fire suppression or alarm systems are required

  5. 5

    Final

    All work complete; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing final inspection

See the full Sandy inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Commercial permit fees use a separate valuation table from residential — do not use the residential fee tiers to estimate a commercial project's cost.
  • Fire sprinkler and fire alarm plan reviews are billed separately by the Fire Department (§314224) in addition to the Building & Safety permit fee.
  • Plan review adds 65% to the permit fee and the state adds a 1% surcharge, identical to the residential structure.
  • A $500 Sign Permit Bond applies specifically to commercial sign permits, separate from the building permit itself.

Frequently asked questions

Sandy requires a commercial building permit for: New commercial building construction on a permitted, properly zoned lot; Complete architectural and structural drawings sealed by a licensed design professional; Site plan showing setbacks, parking, and drainage per Sandy's Planning Division requirements; Energy code compliance documentation (COMcheck or equivalent) for the adopted IECC; Fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm plans where required by the adopted IBC/IFC, reviewed separately by the Fire Department. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Sandy City Building & Safety Division at (801) 568-7100 before starting work.

Yes. Sandy's Fire Department charges separate plan review fees for new construction fire sprinklers ($160 for 1-100 heads, scaling up) and fire alarms ($160 for up to 3,000 sq ft, scaling up), billed in addition to the Building & Safety permit fee.

Sandy does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact Sandy City Building & Safety Division at (801) 568-7100 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Building Permit Application; Construction Plans; Energy Code Compliance Documentation. Depending on your project, Sandy may also ask for: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Plans. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Sandy requires 5 inspection(s) for a commercial building permit, in order: Foundation / Footing, Underground / Rough-In (Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical), Framing, Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm, Final. Schedule each through Sandy City Building & Safety Division ((801) 568-7100).

Apply through Sandy City Building & Safety Division at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Sandy, UT 84070. Phone: (801) 568-7100. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Official information: https://sandy.utah.gov/229/Building.

Sandy, Utah has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IBC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a)); 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — currently in effect; unchanged by the July 1, 2026 statewide code-edition update (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b)); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IPC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d)); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IMC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e)); 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IFGC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f)); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — currently in effect; unchanged by the July 1, 2026 statewide code-edition update (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g)); 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IECC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h)); 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IEBC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i)); Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 ISPSC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n)); NOTE (updated 2026-07-16): the July 1, 2026 transition forecast in the prior version of this entry has now occurred — confirmed live against Utah Code § 15A-2-103, current version (effective 7/1/2026, superseded 1/1/2027), read at le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/Chapter2/15A-2-S103.html. This file cites no Sandy-specific code-adoption webpage; all codesAdopted entries above are sourced directly from the statute.. Local amendments apply — see the Sandy overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-19.

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

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