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Residential Remodel in Sandy, Utah

Required for interior and exterior remodels to existing single-family residences, including kitchen remodels, bathroom updates, and structural alterations. Fee is based on project valuation.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Structural modification or significant interior alteration to an existing residential structure
  • Load-bearing wall modifications require engineered plans
  • Work involving the building envelope (exterior walls, windows, roof) requires permit

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Fee schedule

Remodel — total valuation < $5,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122 Building Permit Fees, Residential Permits — Remodel
$169
Remodel — total valuation $5,000–$10,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$254
Remodel — total valuation $10,000–$20,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$296
Remodel — total valuation $20,000–$100,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$430
Remodel — total valuation $100,000–$250,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$514
Remodel — total valuation $250,000–$1,000,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$823
Remodel — total valuation > $2,500,000Sandy City 2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, § 3122
$908
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

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Sandy building department
~5–15 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Framing / Rough-In

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

  2. 2

    Final

    All work complete and ready for occupancy

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

Tips

  • Interior-only remodels have a separate fee schedule slightly lower than general remodel fees.
  • Cosmetic work (paint, flooring, cabinet replacement without plumbing changes) typically does not require a permit — contact the Building Division to confirm.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if the remodel involves electrical, plumbing, mechanical work, or structural changes. Purely cosmetic work (countertops, cabinet faces, paint) generally does not require a permit.

In Sandy, the published Remodel — total valuation < $5,000 is: $169. Additional published fees: Remodel — total valuation $5,000–$10,000 — $254; Remodel — total valuation $10,000–$20,000 — $296; Remodel — total valuation $20,000–$100,000 — $430; Remodel — total valuation $100,000–$250,000 — $514; Remodel — total valuation $250,000–$1,000,000 — $823; Remodel — total valuation > $2,500,000 — $908; Plan Review Fee — 65% of the building permit fee; State Building Fee Surcharge — 1% of total permit fee; Re-Inspection Fee — $70. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a residential remodel permit in Sandy typically runs 5–15 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with Sandy City Building & Safety Division at (801) 568-7100.

You'll need: Building Permit Application; Construction Plans. Depending on your project, Sandy may also ask for: Structural Calculations. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Sandy requires 2 inspection(s) for a residential remodel permit, in order: Framing / Rough-In, 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.

Sandy distinguishes between general Remodel and Remodel Interior Only in its fee schedule. Interior Only typically applies when all work is inside the building envelope with no changes to exterior walls, windows, or roof.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.

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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