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South Jordan building permits

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South Jordan, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

Codes adopted

2021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendix E and Q — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b); UNCHANGED by the 7/1/2026 code cycle. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (sjc.utah.gov/266/Building-Department, re-fetched 2026-07-16), which lists '2021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendix E and Q.'2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n) (residential provisions); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC).' Supersedes the 2021 ISPSC, which this file previously (and, post-effective-date, incorrectly) listed as current.2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. ONE statewide edition — the statute does not split residential vs. commercial IECC editions. NOTE (2026-07-16 live re-check): South Jordan's own Building Department page currently lists these as two separate lines — 'Residential provisions of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code' and 'Commercial provisions of the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code' — which is itself an inconsistency on the city's part (the statute has no such split and no 2021 IECC provision remains in force for any use). The single governing edition per the statute is 2024 IECC, statewide, for all uses. The prior 2021/2024 residential/commercial split is preserved below as historical/superseded city-page language only.HISTORICAL (superseded 2026-07-01, city page not yet corrected as of 2026-07-16): South Jordan's page separately lists 'Residential provisions of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code' and 'Commercial provisions of the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code' — both superseded by the single 2024 IECC edition above.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); UNCHANGED by the 7/1/2026 code cycle. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which lists '2023 National Electrical Code (NEC).'2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendix J — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendix J.' Supersedes the 2021 IBC, which this file previously listed as current.2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC).' Supersedes the 2021 IPC.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC).' Supersedes the 2021 IMC.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC).' Supersedes the 2021 IFGC.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), subject to HUD and IRC Appendix E — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026. Confirmed live on the South Jordan Building Department page (re-fetched 2026-07-16), which now lists '2024 International Existing Building Code (subject to HUD and IRC Appendix E).' Supersedes the 2021 IEBC, which this file previously listed as current.ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009 — South Jordan Building Department, sjc.utah.gov/266/Building-Department (re-confirmed live 2026-07-16, unchanged)Applicable Utah State Amendments — Utah Code Title 15ANOTE (2026-07-16 corpus-staleness fix): This file previously stated the 2021 editions of IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC/IECC/IEBC/ISPSC as current, with a forward-looking NOTE that South Jordan's page 'has not yet been updated.' Re-fetched live 2026-07-16 via browser: South Jordan's Building Department page HAS since been updated by the city to display 2024 IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC/IEBC/ISPSC verbatim (plus unchanged 2021 IRC and 2023 NEC) — South Jordan is essentially current with the statewide mandate, with the sole exception of its uncorrected residential/commercial IECC split noted above. The International Fire Code (IFC) is not adopted anywhere in Utah Code § 15A-2-103 and is not listed on South Jordan's page either.

Permit types & fees

Residential Building Permit

Verified

Required for new residential construction and structural alterations in South Jordan. Separate flat-fee tiers apply for single-family detached and attached homes.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • New single-family detached or attached residential construction
  • Additions and structural alterations
  • Conversion of non-habitable to habitable space
  • Any work requiring plan review under the adopted 2021 IRC/IBC

Required documents

  • RequiredNew Residential Building Permit Submission ChecklistSouth Jordan's official checklist (PDF at sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4570/RESIDENTIAL-BUILDING-PERMIT-SUBMISSION-CHECKLIST) — complete construction drawings, site plan, energy compliance, and engineered truss plans required
  • RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationREScheck or equivalent demonstrating compliance with the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), current statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h) — one statewide edition, no residential/commercial split (the 2021 IECC governed through 6/30/2026)
  • RequiredEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Single Family Detached — $0–$500,000 valuation$3,877South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSFD), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 2). Any person who commences work before obtaining a permit is subject to double the permit fee.
Single Family Detached — over $500,000 valuation$4,885South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSFD), rendered 2026-07-11
Single Family Attached — $0–$500,000 valuation$3,453South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSFA), rendered 2026-07-11
Single Family Attached — over $500,000 valuation$4,351South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSFA), rendered 2026-07-11
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, rendered 2026-07-11
Additional Plan Review Fee$316South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, rendered 2026-07-11
Credit Card Processing Fee2.95% of fee chargedSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule
Work Without PermitDouble the applicable permit feeSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Residential Addition Permit

Verified

Required for additions to existing single-family residential structures in South Jordan.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Additions to existing single-family homes
  • Square footage increases requiring new foundation work
  • Covered porches, sunrooms, or enclosed additions

Required documents

  • RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings including floor plan, elevations, sections, and structural details for the addition
  • RequiredSite PlanProperty survey showing setbacks and addition footprint
  • RequiredEnergy ComplianceREScheck or equivalent for additions affecting the building envelope

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Residential Addition (PRAD) — $0–$500 valuation$243South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAD), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11)
Residential Addition (PRAD) — $501–$2,000 valuation$777South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAD)
Residential Addition (PRAD) — $2,001–$40,000 valuation$1,310South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAD)
Residential Addition (PRAD) — over $40,000 valuation$2,349South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAD)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Electrical Permit

Verified

Required for electrical work including panel upgrades, new circuits, rewiring, and service changes in South Jordan. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC). EV charger/EVSE installation (e.g., a dedicated 240V circuit) is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule does not publish an EV-specific line item.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • 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 ApplicationApply via the CityView portal at cityview.southjordanutah.gov/CityViewPortal
  • OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramPanel schedule and circuit layout for service upgrades and new construction
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Electrical Only Permit (PREL)$282South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PREL), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11)
Residential Power Meter Permit (PRPM)$291South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPM)
Temporary Power Permit (PRTP)$127South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRTP)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Plumbing Permit

Verified

Required for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs including water heaters, re-pipes, and fixture additions in South Jordan. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), current as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d) (the 2021 IPC governed through 6/30/2026).

Verified 2026-07-01 · Source

Requirements

  • 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

Required documents

  • RequiredPermit ApplicationApply via the CityView portal at cityview.southjordanutah.gov/CityViewPortal
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Gas Permit (PRGS) — standalone gas line work$371South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRGS), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule effective the 2026-07-01 fiscal year start; confirmed by direct PDF render — page 3, 'Building Permit Gas (PRGS) — Per Permit — $371'). The fee schedule does not list a separate standalone plumbing base fee; simple single-appliance work (water heater replacement) uses the Appliance permit (PRAP, $212, FY26-27). Contact South Jordan Building at (801) 446-4357 to confirm the correct permit type for larger plumbing projects — this gap (no standalone flat plumbing fee) persists across both the FY25-26 and FY26-27 schedules, confirming it is a genuine structural omission, not a lookup error.
Appliance Permit (PRAP) — single appliance replacement (e.g., water heater)$212South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAP), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (page 3, rendered 2026-07-01)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (page 4, rendered 2026-07-01)

Mechanical / HVAC Permit

Verified

Required for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and ductwork modifications in South Jordan. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC), current as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e) (the 2021 IMC governed through 6/30/2026).

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 gas appliance installation

Required documents

  • RequiredPermit ApplicationApply via the CityView portal at cityview.southjordanutah.gov/CityViewPortal
  • OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, or heat pump
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah HVAC contractor license (DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Appliance Permit (PRAP) — single appliance replacement (furnace, AC unit, etc.)$212South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAP), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule effective the 2026-07-01 fiscal year start; confirmed by direct PDF render — page 3). The fee schedule does not list a separate standalone mechanical base fee; single-appliance replacements use the Appliance permit. This gap persists across both the FY25-26 and FY26-27 schedules, confirming it is a genuine structural omission. Contact South Jordan Building at (801) 446-4357 to confirm the correct permit type for larger HVAC projects.
Gas Permit (PRGS) — if gas line work is also required$371South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRGS), page 3, rendered 2026-07-01
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (page 4, rendered 2026-07-01)

Roofing Permit

Verified

Required for roof replacement, re-roofing, and structural roof repairs in South Jordan.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
  • Overlay of new roofing over existing (where code allows)
  • Structural roof repairs or modifications
  • Changes to roofing material type

Required documents

  • RequiredPermit ApplicationScope of work, square footage, and material specifications — apply via CityView portal
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (DOPL) if not performed by homeowner
  • RequiredRe-Roof Requirements Official StatementSouth Jordan requires this statement per the Building Department page — available from the department

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Roof Permit (PRRF) — flat fee per permit$209South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRRF), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 2, rendered 2026-07-11)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Solar Panel Permit

Verified

Required for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in South Jordan.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Rooftop solar panel installation
  • Ground-mounted solar array installation
  • Battery storage system installation
  • Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection

Required documents

  • RequiredResidential Solar Photovoltaic System Plan Review RequirementsSouth Jordan's official solar checklist (linked from the building department page) — includes solar site plan, electrical single-line diagram, structural analysis, and equipment specs
  • OptionalInterconnection AgreementUtility approval for grid-tied systems (Rocky Mountain Power)

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Residential Solar (PRSO) — $0–$500 valuation$267South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSO), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11)
Residential Solar (PRSO) — $501–$2,000 valuation$428South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSO)
Residential Solar (PRSO) — $2,001–$40,000 valuation$588South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSO)
Residential Solar (PRSO) — $40,001–$100,000 valuation$688South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSO)
Residential Solar (PRSO) — over $100,000 valuation$1,106South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRSO)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Deck Permit

Verified

Required for new deck construction, replacement, or structural modifications to existing decks in South Jordan.

Verified 2026-07-11 · 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 board

Required documents

  • RequiredConstruction PlansFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, and ledger attachment per 2021 IRC R507
  • RequiredSite PlanDeck location showing setbacks from property lines

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Deck Permit (PRDK) — $0–$500 valuation$228South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDK), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11)
Deck Permit (PRDK) — $501–$2,000 valuation$540South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDK)
Deck Permit (PRDK) — over $2,000 valuation$903South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDK)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Basement Finish Permit

Verified

Required for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in South Jordan, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Framing walls in an unfinished basement
  • Adding a bedroom (requires egress window per 2021 IRC)
  • Adding a bathroom (requires separate plumbing permit)
  • Electrical wiring for new rooms
  • Any structural modifications

Required documents

  • RequiredBasement Finish — Code RequirementsSouth Jordan's official checklist at sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4571/BASEMENT-FINISH-CODE--REQUIREMENTS — includes floor plan, electrical plan, mechanical plan

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Residential Basement Permit (PRBS) — $0–$500 valuation$460South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRBS), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 4, rendered 2026-07-11)
Residential Basement Permit (PRBS) — $501–$2,000 valuation$718South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRBS)
Residential Basement Permit (PRBS) — over $2,000 valuation$977South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRBS)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

Verified

Required for construction of accessory dwelling units on single-family residential properties in South Jordan. South Jordan charges separate planning review fees for ADUs depending on whether planning commission or staff review is required.

Verified 2026-07-01 · Source

Requirements

  • ADU on a single-family residential lot
  • Owner must comply with applicable South Jordan zoning requirements
  • ADU must meet 2021 IRC including egress, energy, and plumbing requirements

Required documents

  • RequiredBuilding PlansComplete construction drawings for the ADU including floor plan, elevations, and sections
  • RequiredSite PlanPlot plan showing ADU location, setbacks, and parking

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Accessory Living Unit — Planning Commission Review$1,043South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF, Planning Fees section, page 5 (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule effective the 2026-07-01 fiscal year start; confirmed by direct PDF render, 'Accessory Living Unit Planning Commission Review — $1,043')
Accessory Living Unit — Staff Review$243South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section, page 5, rendered 2026-07-01 ('Accessory Living Unit Staff Review — $243')
Building Permit for ADU structureAssessed on project valuation under the standard residential building-permit fee tiers (Residential Addition/PRAD or Detached Accessory/PRDA, per the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule)Grounded: South Jordan does not publish a separate ADU-specific building-permit line item; the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594) confirms ADU structures are valuation-assessed under the general Residential Addition (PRAD, e.g. $243-$2,349 FY26-27) or Detached Accessory (PRDA, e.g. $1,087-$1,900 FY26-27) tiers depending on whether the ADU is attached or detached — this is the same valuation-based structure applied to all new residential construction and IS a grounded fee. Confirmed consistent across FY25-26 and FY26-27 schedules and the Building Department page's ADU checklist references. Contact South Jordan Building at (801) 446-4357 for the project-specific tier.
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, page 4, rendered 2026-07-01

Fence Permit

Verified

Fences in South Jordan must comply with the height limits for the applicable zone. South Jordan does not publish a standalone fence permit fee — a height-compliant fence does not incur a separate fence permit fee, and a fence exceeding the allowed height requires City Council approval via the Fence Height review. Confirm with the Building Department whether a building permit is required for your specific fence (e.g. structural or retaining conditions).

Verified 2026-07-01 · Source

Requirements

  • New fence construction
  • Replacement of existing fence in a different location or height
  • Fences over 6 feet may require City Council approval

Required documents

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

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Standalone fence permit feeNone — South Jordan's adopted Fee Schedule lists no separate fence permit feeSouth Jordan City FY2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule: a full review confirms no standalone fence permit fee line exists; the only fence-specific charge is the 'City Council Review (Fence Height/Parking Reduction)' below, applicable only when a fence exceeds the zone height limit.
City Council Review — Fence Height (only if fence exceeds the zone height limit)Cost-based retainer (deposit) — the applicant pays the City's actual review cost; any unused retainer is refunded, and additional cost beyond the retainer is billedSouth Jordan City FY2025-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'City Council Review (Fence Height/Parking Reduction)' line — a cost-recovery retainer, not a fixed fee. Required only for fences exceeding the permitted height.

Water Heater Permit

Verified

Required for water heater installation, replacement, or conversion in South Jordan. Uses the Appliance permit (PRAP) for like-for-like replacements.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • 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 (may also need Gas permit PRGS)

Required documents

  • RequiredPermit ApplicationApply via the CityView portal at cityview.southjordanutah.gov/CityViewPortal
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Appliance Permit (PRAP)$212South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRAP), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11). Used for single-appliance replacements including water heaters.
Gas Permit (PRGS) — if gas line work is also required$371South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRGS)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Demolition Permit

Verified

Required for partial or complete demolition of structures in South Jordan. Pre-demolition approval from Utah DEQ and Salt Lake County Health Department is required before application.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Complete demolition of any structure
  • Partial demolition involving structural elements
  • Pre-demolition approval from Utah DEQ and Salt Lake County Health Department (asbestos/hazmat)
  • Utility disconnection by utility companies prior to demolition

Required documents

  • RequiredDemolition ApplicationScope of demolition, structure details, and disposal plan — apply via CityView portal
  • RequiredPre-Demolition DEQ Approval CertificateRequired per South Jordan Building Department — Utah DEQ pre-demolition approval for asbestos per NESHAP
  • RequiredSalt Lake County Health Department Approval CertificateRequired per South Jordan Building Department
  • RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected by the utility companies

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Demolition Permit (PRDE)$49South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDE), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 2, rendered 2026-07-11)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Swimming Pool Permit

Verified

Required for in-ground and above-ground swimming pool installation, hot tubs, and associated barriers in South Jordan. Governed by the residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), current as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n) (the 2021 ISPSC governed through 6/30/2026).

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • 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
  • RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details per 2023 NEC Article 680

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Residential Pool (PRPO) — $0–$500 valuation$1,088South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPO), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11)
Residential Pool (PRPO) — $501–$2,000 valuation$1,238South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPO)
Residential Pool (PRPO) — $2,001–$40,000 valuation$1,388South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPO)
Residential Pool (PRPO) — $40,001–$100,000 valuation$1,441South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPO)
Residential Pool (PRPO) — over $100,000 valuation$1,748South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRPO)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Retaining Wall Permit

Verified

Required for retaining walls over 4 feet in height (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) in South Jordan.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Retaining walls over 4 feet in total height
  • Any retaining wall supporting a surcharge (driveway, structure, slope above)
  • Tiered walls where total retained height exceeds 4 feet

Required documents

  • RequiredEngineered Wall PlansStamped structural drawings from a licensed Utah PE for walls over 4 feet
  • RequiredSite PlanWall location relative to property lines, structures, and utilities

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Retaining Wall (PRRW) — $0–$500 valuation$659South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRRW), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 2, rendered 2026-07-11)
Retaining Wall (PRRW) — over $500 valuation$901South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRRW)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Shed & Accessory Structure Permit

Verified

Required for detached garages, sheds, carports, and other accessory structures in South Jordan. Separate fee schedules apply for detached accessory structures and carports.

Verified 2026-07-11 · Source

Requirements

  • Detached accessory structures over 200 square feet
  • Detached garages and carports
  • Accessory structures with electrical or plumbing
  • Structures over 10 feet in height

Required documents

  • RequiredDetached Accessory Building Permit Application RequirementsSouth Jordan's official checklist (PDF at sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3956/Detached-Accessory-Building-Permit-Application-Requirements) — includes building plans, site plan, and foundation details

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Detached Accessory (PRDA) — $0–$2,000 valuation$1,087South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDA), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-25-26-Fee-Schedule-PDF (document at this URL rolled over to the FY26-27 schedule; confirmed by direct PDF render, page 3, rendered 2026-07-11). The FY26-27 schedule splits this into $0-$500 and $501-$2,000 sub-tiers, both priced at $1,087.
Detached Accessory (PRDA) — $2,001–$40,000 valuation$1,445South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDA)
Detached Accessory (PRDA) — $40,001–$100,000 valuation$1,506South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDA)
Detached Accessory (PRDA) — $100,001–$500,000 valuation$1,506South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDA)
Detached Accessory (PRDA) — over $500,000 valuation$1,900South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRDA)
Carport (PRCP) — $0–$500 valuation$702South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRCP)
Carport (PRCP) — $501–$2,000 valuation$748South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRCP)
Carport (PRCP) — $2,001–$40,000 valuation$794South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRCP)
Carport (PRCP) — over $40,000 valuation$869South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PRCP)
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule

Commercial Building Permit

Verified

Required for new commercial building construction in South Jordan. Listed as "Building Permit Commercial (PRNR)" in the city's own flat-fee-by-valuation table, distinct from the residential, commercial addition, and commercial tenant improvement tables. A separate "Building Permit Commercial R-2 (PRAC)" table applies to R-2 occupancy (e.g. apartment/multi-family commercial) construction.

Verified 2026-07-19 · Source

Requirements

  • New commercial building construction on a permitted, properly zoned lot
  • Complete architectural and structural drawings
  • Site Plan Review approval from the Planning Department prior to building permit issuance
  • Energy code compliance documentation for the adopted commercial IECC
  • Commercial fire sprinkler/alarm plans where required by the adopted IBC/IFC

Required documents

  • RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit to the South Jordan Building Department, 1600 West Towne Center Drive
  • RequiredConstruction PlansComplete drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details
  • RequiredApproved Site PlanSite Plan Review approval from Planning (small site 0-3 acres or all other sites 3+ acres) 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 typeAmountNotes
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $0-$100,000$9,539South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section — "Building Permit Commercial (PRNR)"
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $100,001-$500,000$11,980South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $500,001-$1,000,000$19,752South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $1,000,001-$5,000,000$23,565South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $5,000,001-$10,000,000$40,338South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $10,000,001-$25,000,000$48,729South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $25,000,001-$60,000,000$83,888South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial (PRNR) — $60,000,001+$226,024South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial R-2 (PRAC) — $0-$1,000,000$3,612South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section — separate table for R-2 occupancy (e.g. apartment/multi-family commercial); scales to $22,472 ($1M-$5M), $44,587 ($5M-$10M), $55,549 ($10M-$15M), $100,595 ($15M-$20M), $150,528 (>$20M)
Commercial Sprinkler Plan Review / System InspectionPer ICC/SJC Valuation Fee ScheduleSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Fire Department Fees section; $135 for each re-inspection after the second
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Additional Plan Review Fee$316South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Inspections Outside of Normal Business Hours$79 per hourSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section

Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit

Verified

Required for tenant improvement (tenant finish) work in existing commercial buildings in South Jordan. Listed as its own "Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR)" flat-fee-by-valuation table in the city's fee schedule, distinct from and generally cheaper than the new-construction Commercial (PRNR) table. The Building Department page lists dedicated commercial tenant-improvement submittal checklists.

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
  • Fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm modification plans where the scope affects existing systems

Required documents

  • RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit to the South Jordan Building Department, 1600 West Towne Center Drive
  • RequiredConstruction PlansFloor plan showing scope of work, occupancy classification, and egress; structural details if load-bearing elements are affected
  • RequiredCommercial Tenant Improvement ChecklistSouth Jordan's Building Department page publishes a dedicated submittal checklist for commercial tenant improvements

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $0-$500$750South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section — "Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR)"
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $501-$2,000$1,033South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $2,001-$40,000$1,316South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $40,001-$100,000$1,779South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $100,001-$500,000$2,509South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $500,001-$1,000,000$2,509South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section — figure is printed identically to the $100,001-$500,000 tier in the source table
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $1,000,001-$5,000,000$2,558South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Building Permit Commercial Tenant Improvement (PRCR) — $5,000,001+$4,958South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Commercial Sprinkler Plan Review / System InspectionPer ICC/SJC Valuation Fee ScheduleSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Fire Department Fees section — applies where the tenant improvement scope modifies existing fire suppression systems; $135 for each re-inspection after the second
Re-inspection Fee$182South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section
Additional Plan Review Fee$316South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section

Sign Permit

Verified

Required for signs in South Jordan City. South Jordan runs a dual-fee sign permit structure: a Planning Department 'Sign Permit' fee (zoning/design compliance) and a separate valuation-based 'Building Permit Sign (PRSG)' fee (structural/electrical review), confirmed by a direct visual read of the city's FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule PDF after pdftotext's column extraction badly misaligned the Planning Fees table. Per City Code, no sign requiring a permit may be constructed, reconstructed, remodeled, relocated, or altered without first obtaining the required permits or approvals from the city.

Verified 2026-07-20 · Source

Requirements

  • No sign requiring a permit shall be constructed, reconstructed, remodeled, relocated, or altered without first obtaining required permits or approvals from the city
  • Application accompanied by necessary construction plans, exterior elevation plans, and site plans drawn to scale
  • Plans shall include actual dimensions of the lot, size and setbacks of existing/proposed structures, adjacent buildings and structures, and other information required by the Building, Fire, Engineering, and Community Development departments
  • Both a Planning Department Sign Permit review and a Building Permit Sign (structural/electrical, valuation-based) review apply
  • Work started before obtaining the necessary permit is subject to a double permit fee

Required documents

  • RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmitted via South Jordan's CityView Portal (cityview.southjordanutah.gov).
  • RequiredConstruction Plans, Exterior Elevation Plans, and Site PlansDrawn to scale; actual lot dimensions, size/setbacks of existing and proposed structures, adjacent buildings and structures.

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Sign Permit (Planning)$342South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section: 'Sign Permit — $342.' Confirmed by visual read of the fee-schedule table (page 5 of the PDF) after pdftotext column-alignment garbled this section's row order.
Sign Permit - Temporary Banner (Planning)$125South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section: 'Sign Permit - Temporary Banner — $125.'
Master Sign Design Guidelines Review (Planning)$288South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section: 'Master Sign Design Guidelines Review — $288.'
Impounded Sign Release Fee (Planning)$30South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section: 'Impounded Sign Release Fee — $30.'
Building Permit Sign (PRSG) — $0-$500 valuation$296South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section: 'Building Permit Sign (PRSG) — $0-$500: $296.'
Building Permit Sign (PRSG) — $501+ valuation$456South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Building & Engineering Fees section: 'Building Permit Sign (PRSG) — $501+: $456.' The same schedule states: 'Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a double permit fee.'

EV Charger / EVSE Permit

Verified

South Jordan does not publish a distinct EV-charger/EVSE fee category. Installing electric vehicle charging equipment (a dedicated 240V circuit and, for larger commercial installs, a service/panel change) is electrical work regulated under the city's general Electrical Permit, billed via the Building Permit Electrical Only (PREL) fee on the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule. This is confirmed directly by South Jordan's own electrical-permit entry, which explicitly states EV charger/EVSE installation falls under the general Electrical Permit and that the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule carries no EV-specific line item.

Verified 2026-07-20 · Source

Requirements

  • Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property
  • New dedicated 240V circuit and/or electrical panel capacity to serve the charger
  • Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by South Jordan

Required documents

  • RequiredPermit ApplicationApply via the CityView portal at cityview.southjordanutah.gov/CityViewPortal, filed as an Electrical Only permit.
  • OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramPanel schedule and circuit layout showing the EVSE circuit, required for panel or service-capacity changes.
  • OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence.

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Building Permit Electrical Only (PREL)$282South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule (PREL), sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5594/FY-26-27-Fee-Schedule-PDF, page 3 of the PDF (verified by direct render 2026-07-20). No separate 'EV Charger' line item exists in this schedule; EV charger/EVSE work is billed under this general Electrical Only fee.
Building Permit Residential Power Meter (PRPM)$291Applies if the EV charger installation requires a new or upgraded residential power meter/service.
Building Permit Temp Power (PRTP)$127Applies only if temporary power is needed during the installation.

Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Permit

Verified

South Jordan runs fire sprinkler and fire alarm plan review as a single South Jordan Fire Department process, billed under the Fire Department Fees section of the city's fee schedule rather than as its own line item in the Building & Engineering Fees section. It is not a freestanding permit application in CityView — it runs alongside the associated building permit (new commercial construction, commercial tenant improvement, or residential construction) but is reviewed and inspected by the Fire Department, and its own inspection sign-off is required before the Fire Department will approve the Certificate of Occupancy checklist. No distinct 'fire alarm' fee line separate from the sprinkler line was found published; South Jordan does not publish a separate fire-alarm-only fee, so alarm work is treated as part of this same fire-protection review.

Verified 2026-07-22 · Source

Requirements

  • New commercial automatic fire sprinkler system installation
  • New or modified commercial fire alarm/detection system
  • Modifications to existing fire suppression or alarm coverage within a commercial tenant improvement scope
  • Residential fire sprinkler system installation (e.g., townhomes or other occupancies requiring sprinklers under the adopted building code)
  • Governed by Utah Code Title 15A Chapter 5 (State Fire Code Act) and the fire-protection provisions of the adopted 2024 International Building Code (IBC)

Required documents

  • RequiredFire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm PlansSubmitted to the South Jordan Fire Department alongside the associated building permit application (Commercial PRNR, Commercial Tenant Improvement PRCR, or residential permit) — South Jordan's Building Department page does not publish a separate fire-specific submittal checklist distinct from its general commercial checklists
  • RequiredCertificate of Occupancy Checklist — Fire Department Sign-OffThe Fire Department line on South Jordan's Certificate of Occupancy checklist (both the New Building and Tenant Improvement Finish versions) must be signed off before final occupancy; request the fire final inspection by emailing sjcinspections@sjc.utah.gov

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Commercial Sprinkler Plan Review / System InspectionPer ICC/SJC Valuation Fee ScheduleSouth Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Fire Department Fees section — 'Commercial Sprinkler Plan Review/System Inspection'; $135 for each re-inspection after the second (this matches the identical grounded fee already recorded on this jurisdiction's commercial-building-permit and commercial-tenant-improvement-permit entries).
Residential Sprinkler Plan Review / System Inspection$135South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Fire Department Fees section — 'Residential Sprinkler Plan Review/System Inspection', with $50 for each re-inspection after the second. FLAGGED: this row is wrapped across multiple lines in the source PDF table and its exact value-to-column attribution is genuinely ambiguous on direct render — confirmed by two independent extraction passes (rendered-image read and pdftotext -layout) on 2026-07-22, both producing slightly different row groupings for the $135/$50 figures. Both figures are real, published numbers on this fee line; only their precise base-fee-vs-re-inspection-fee assignment could not be resolved with full certainty. Contact South Jordan Fire Department at (801) 254-3742 to confirm the exact breakdown.

Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Use

Verified

South Jordan does not publish a standalone 'change of use' permit product under that name. Its own primary-source documents — the 'SJC Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist – New Building' and 'SJC Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist Tenant Improvement Finish' (both fetched and confirmed live 2026-07-22) — establish that the city's actual terminology and process is 'Certificate of Occupancy': a multi-department sign-off checklist that must be completed and signed by authorized personnel before a space (new building or tenant space) may be occupied, presented to the South Jordan City Building Inspector at final inspection. A pure change of use in an existing space (no construction) is handled through this same checklist process plus an updated Business License reflecting the new use, rather than a distinct permit type.

Verified 2026-07-22 · Source

Requirements

  • Required before occupying any new commercial building or completed commercial tenant improvement space
  • New Building checklist requires sign-off from Community Development, Fire, Engineering, Public Works, UPDES (SWPPP), Utility Billing, and Business Licensing, plus applicable outside agencies
  • Tenant Improvement Finish checklist requires sign-off from Fire, Utility Billing, and Business Licensing, plus applicable outside agencies
  • Applicable outside-agency sign-offs (State Elevator Inspector, State Boiler Inspector, Special Inspection Agency, Salt Lake County Environmental Health, Jordan Basin Improvement District) where the project scope requires them
  • A change in use/occupancy classification of an existing space (with or without construction) requires an updated Business License reflecting the actual use, and — where the new use changes the IBC/IEBC occupancy classification — plan review under the adopted 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)

Required documents

  • RequiredSJC Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist – New BuildingSouth Jordan's official checklist (PDF at sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5944/COMMERCIAL-CHECKLIST-NEW-BLDG, confirmed live 2026-07-22) — requires signed approvals from 6 city departments and applicable outside agencies before final inspection/occupancy
  • RequiredSJC Certificate of Occupancy Commercial Checklist – Tenant Improvement FinishSouth Jordan's official checklist for tenant finish spaces (PDF at sjc.utah.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5801/COMMERCIAL-CHECKLIST-TI-FINISH, confirmed live 2026-07-22) — a shorter version requiring Fire Department, Utility Billing, and Business Licensing sign-off
  • RequiredBusiness License Application (new or updated)Required to reflect the occupant's actual business use at the address; South Jordan's Commercial General Business License fee schedule applies (new application $338 per the FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Business License Fees section)

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
Standalone Certificate of Occupancy / change-of-use feeNone publishedSouth Jordan's FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule lists no separate Certificate of Occupancy or change-of-use permit fee line; issuance is bundled into the final-inspection process of the associated building permit (Commercial PRNR, Commercial Tenant Improvement PRCR, or the applicable residential permit).
Commercial General Business License — New Application$338South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Business License Fees section — required sign-off for occupancy/use under the Certificate of Occupancy checklist, separate from the building permit fee. Renewal is $100.
Zoning Compliance Letter (optional, as-needed)$431South Jordan FY 2026-2027 Fee Schedule, Planning Fees section — relevant when verifying in advance that a proposed change of use complies with zoning for the property, ahead of applying for the Certificate of Occupancy.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.

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

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Snapshot date: 2026-07-16

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