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West Jordan building permits
VerifiedWest Jordan, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — 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)); West Jordan's own Design Criteria document (rev. 10/2025) predates this transition — see NOTE below2021 International Residential Code (IRC), including Appendix AQ — 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))2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — currently in effect statewide as of July 1, 2026, a single edition with no residential/commercial split under current law (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h))Historical (superseded): West Jordan's Design Criteria document (rev. 10/2025) had cited a 2015 IECC edition for residential and a separate 2021 IECC edition for commercial — both are now superseded by the single 2024 IECC per § 15A-2-103(1)(h); not independently re-fetched on 2026-07-16 (the Design Criteria PDF was not located live this session — West Jordan's Building & Safety page links a 'Codes & Design Criteria' resource but the document content was not directly accessible), so whether the city has updated this document is unconfirmed as of this date2024 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))2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — West Jordan Design Criteria (rev. 10/2025) (not adopted under Utah Code § 15A-2-103, which does not list an IFC edition; edition unconfirmed for the current period)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))1997 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings — West Jordan Design Criteria (rev. 10/2025)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. West Jordan's Building & Safety Division webpage (westjordan.utah.gov/community-development/building-and-safety/), checked live 2026-07-16, still hosts a downloadable 'Special Inspection Agreement' form labeled '2021 IBC' — consistent with the Design Criteria document (rev. 10/2025) predating the statewide transition; confirm current status with the Building & Safety Division for any project submitted on or after July 1, 2026
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in West Jordan. Permit fees are valuation-based using the ICC Building Valuation Data table. Valuation is determined by the current ICC Building Valuation Data published as of July 1 of each year.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or multi-family residential construction
- Additions or structural modifications
- Conversion of non-habitable space to habitable space
- Any work requiring plan review under West Jordan City Code Title 10
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov or follow the Online Building Permit Submittal Instructions PDF
- RequiredSite PlanDrawn to scale (minimum 1 inch = 20 ft) on 8.5x11 or larger paper, showing property lines, building footprint, setbacks, easements, driveway, and drainage per the West Jordan Residential Site Plan Checklist
- RequiredConstruction PlansComplete architectural drawings — floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationREScheck or equivalent documentation demonstrating compliance with the adopted IECC
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $1–$2,000 | $60.50 base + $3.70 per each additional $100 (or fraction thereof) over $500 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 (eff. through June 30, 2026, updated March 6, 2026). Valuation determined by ICC Building Valuation Data as of July 1 of each year. |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,001–$25,000 | $116.00 base + $16.90 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $2,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,001–$50,000 | $505.00 base + $12.20 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $25,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,001–$100,000 | $810.00 base + $8.45 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $50,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $1,233.00 base + $6.76 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $100,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $3,938.00 base + $5.75 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $500,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation over $1,000,000 | $6,803.00 base + $3.80 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $1,000,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Plan Review — Residential | 40% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48. Single Family Residential 'Same-As' (exact copy of previously reviewed plan) = $200 flat. |
| Plan Review — Multi-Family or Non-Residential | 65% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48. Multi-Family 'Same-As' = 20% of the building permit fee. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection / Other Building Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 (Building Inspections — Other Building Inspections, including re-inspection fees) |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in West Jordan including new circuits, panel upgrades, service changes, and new construction wiring. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g). EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48) does not publish an EV-specific line item — the standard $70 Miscellaneous Minimum Permit fee applies. (West Jordan's separate 'Electric Vehicle Charging Station Use' fee at the Public Works building is a usage/access fee for a public charger, not an installation permit.)
Verified 2026-07-01 · 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
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- 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 homeowner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit (minimum fee) | $70 | Confirmed against the current West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, eff. through 6/30/2026), Building Permits item 3(c): 'Miscellaneous Minimum Permit (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) — $70.' This is the flat minimum fee for electrical permits; larger or more complex projects are billed per the valuation-based building permit table (item 3a) instead. Verified live 2026-07-01. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedWest Jordan has not published a distinct EV-charger installation permit or fee. EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work filed under the city's general Electrical Permit; the Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48) does not list an EV-specific line item, so the standard $70 Miscellaneous Minimum Permit fee applies. (West Jordan's separate 'Electric Vehicle Charging Station Use' fee at the Public Works building is a usage/access fee for a public charger, not an installation permit, and is not covered by this entry.)
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property, filed as standard electrical work
- New electrical circuit or panel/service capacity to serve the charger
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov, selecting Electrical as the permit type — West Jordan has no dedicated EV-charger category.
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades — panel schedule and circuit layout showing the EV charger circuit
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit (minimum fee) | $70 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, eff. through 6/30/2026), Building Permits item 3(c): 'Miscellaneous Minimum Permit (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) — $70.' No distinct EV-charger line item is published; larger or more complex projects are billed per the valuation-based building permit table (item 3a) instead. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in West Jordan including water heaters, fixture additions, and gas line work. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted per Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective July 1, 2026 (superseded the 2021 edition).
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
- Backflow prevention device installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- OptionalPlumbing PlanRequired for larger projects — isometric or plan showing fixture locations, pipe sizes, and drainage
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit (minimum fee) | $70 | Confirmed against the current West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, eff. through 6/30/2026), Building Permits item 3(c): 'Miscellaneous Minimum Permit (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) — $70.' Larger plumbing scopes tied to new construction are billed per the valuation-based building permit table (item 3a) instead. Verified live 2026-07-01. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and ductwork modifications in West Jordan. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted per Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective July 1, 2026 (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-burning stove installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, heat pump, or evaporative cooler
- OptionalMechanical PlanEquipment location, duct layout, and sizing calculations for larger or new-construction projects
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit (minimum fee) | $70 | Confirmed against the current West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, eff. through 6/30/2026), Building Permits item 3(c): 'Miscellaneous Minimum Permit (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) — $70.' Larger mechanical scopes tied to new construction are billed per the valuation-based building permit table (item 3a) instead. Verified live 2026-07-01. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement, re-roofing, and structural roof repairs in West Jordan. Fees are valuation-based using the same building permit fee table.
Verified 2026-07-01 · 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
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov; include scope of work, square footage, and material specifications
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit | Valuation-based per the West Jordan Building Permit fee table (Ord. 25-48) | Assessed on project valuation per West Jordan's Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026), Building Permits item 3(a) valuation table, confirmed live 2026-07-01 (e.g. $1-$2,000 valuation = $60.50 base + $3.70 per additional $100; scaling to $6,803 base + $3.80 per additional $1,000 over $1,000,000). Roofing work is valued by total project cost; no separate flat roofing line item exists — the general valuation table governs. Plan review for residential is 40% of the permit fee. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in West Jordan. Residential solar uses a per-watt fee structure with a $150 minimum, distinct from the general valuation-based building permit fee.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar panel installation
- Ground-mounted solar array installation
- Battery storage system installation
- Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.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 AgreementUtility approval for grid-tied systems (Rocky Mountain Power)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Building Permit | $46 per 1,000 watts ($150 minimum) | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Solar Permits (Residential only) |
| Battery Storage Inspection | $60 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Solar Permits |
| Plan Check Review | $60 per hour (2-hour minimum = $120) | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Solar Permits |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for partial or complete demolition of structures in West Jordan. The demolition permit requires pre-demolition utility disconnections, a Department of Air Quality approval letter, and a Salt Lake County Health Department pre-demolition inspection form.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Complete demolition of any structure
- Partial demolition involving structural elements
- Utility disconnection from Rocky Mountain Power (888-221-7070) and Enbridge Gas (800-323-5517) prior to permit
- West Jordan Engineering Department verification of sewer and water disconnection (call 801-569-5070)
- Utah Department of Air Quality approval letter (deq.utah.gov/air-quality/requirements-prior-to-demolition or 801-536-4000)
- Salt Lake County Health Department pre-demolition inspection form from a registered inspector (385-468-4100)
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Apply online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov after completing utility disconnection steps
- RequiredDepartment of Air Quality Approval LetterRequired prior to permit issuance — see deq.utah.gov/air-quality/requirements-prior-to-demolition
- RequiredSalt Lake County Health Department Pre-Demolition Inspection FormMust be completed by a registered inspector — see saltlakecounty.gov/health/construction-contractors/predemolition
- RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationsConfirmation from Rocky Mountain Power, Enbridge Gas, and West Jordan Engineering for sewer and water disconnection
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit | $188.75 per building | Grounded and resolved 2026-07-01: fetched both official PDFs live. The West Jordan Building Demolition Instructions (updated April 2026 — the more specific and more recently published official document) states explicitly: 'The fee for a building demolition permit is $188.75 per building.' The general Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated March 6, 2026), Building Permits item 3(b), lists an older $175 figure for the same line item; the April 2026 dedicated demolition guidance supersedes it as the current, most specific official source. $188.75 is the correct current fee. |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
VerifiedRequired for construction of an external (detached) or internal accessory dwelling unit in West Jordan. The city publishes a dedicated External ADU Building Permit Submittal Required Documents list.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Requirements
- Complete and notarized ADU license application
- Site plan showing off-street parking stall for the ADU, primary home location, proposed ADU location, all accessory structures, utility locations (power, gas, water, sewer lines from existing home to ADU), and distances from property lines
- Full set of architectural drawings
- Full set of engineered drawings including structural calculation packet
- Manual D and J mechanical design for all HVAC equipment in the ADU
- REScheck energy code compliance documentation
- Gas line drawing showing pipe size, BTU demands, and all gas appliances (both ADU and existing home)
Required documents
- RequiredADU License Application (completed and notarized)Required as part of the ADU building permit submittal
- RequiredSite PlanMust show off-street parking stall for the ADU, locations of primary home, proposed ADU, accessory structures, property line distances, and all utility lines
- RequiredFull Architectural DrawingsComplete set of construction drawings for the ADU
- RequiredEngineered Drawings with Structural CalculationsSealed structural drawings and calculation packet from a licensed Utah PE
- RequiredManual D and J DesignMechanical load calculation and duct design for all HVAC equipment in the ADU
- RequiredREScheck Energy ComplianceDocumentation demonstrating compliance with the adopted model energy code
- RequiredGas Line DrawingPipe sizing, length, BTU demands for all gas appliances in the ADU and existing home (including system pressure designation: 4 oz or 2 lb system)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | Valuation-based per the West Jordan Building Permit fee table (Ord. 25-48) | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — the standard valuation-based building permit fee schedule applies. Plan review for residential is 40% of the permit fee. A $12 processing fee and 1% state surcharge also apply. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Water Heater Permit
VerifiedRequired for water heater installation, replacement, or conversion in West Jordan. This is a subset of the plumbing permit; the $70 miscellaneous minimum permit fee applies.
Verified 2026-07-01 · 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
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov; specify water heater type, size, fuel source, and location
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water Heater / Plumbing Permit (minimum fee) | $70 | Confirmed against the current West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, eff. through 6/30/2026), Building Permits item 3(c): 'Miscellaneous Minimum Permit (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) — $70.' Water heater work is a plumbing sub-scope and is billed at this flat minimum. Verified live 2026-07-01. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for fences over 6 feet in most residential zones in West Jordan (fences 6 feet and under are generally exempt from a building permit; a zoning/setback review may still apply). A fence permit is issued as a building permit and charged on the valuation-based building permit fee schedule — West Jordan publishes no separate fence line item.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New fence construction
- Replacement of existing fence in a different location or height
- Fences over 6 feet in most residential zones
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- OptionalSite PlanShowing fence location relative to property lines and any easements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit (issued as a building permit; fences over 6 ft) | Assessed on project valuation using West Jordan's building permit fee (base fee plus rate by valuation), per the FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule | West Jordan FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule item 3a — 'Building Permit based on valuation (base fee plus rate)'; valuation per ICC Building Valuation Data. There is no standalone fence fee line because a fence over 6 ft is permitted as a building permit; the $70 miscellaneous-minimum applies only to plumbing/electrical/mechanical permits, not fences. |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for new deck construction or structural modification of existing decks in West Jordan. Fees are valuation-based using the same building permit fee table.
Verified 2026-07-01 · 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 Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFraming plan, footing details, ledger attachment method, and railing specifications
- RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location, setbacks from property lines, and relationship to existing structure
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Permit | Valuation-based per the West Jordan Building Permit fee table (Ord. 25-48) | Assessed on project valuation per West Jordan's Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026), Building Permits item 3(a) valuation table, confirmed live 2026-07-01. Deck construction is valued as new/added structure by total project cost under this table; no separate flat deck fee line item exists. Plan review for residential is 40% of the permit fee. A $12 processing fee and 1% state surcharge also apply. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Re-Inspection | $75 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 — Other Building Inspections |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in West Jordan, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Fees are valuation-based.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window per 2021 IRC R310)
- Adding a bathroom (requires separate plumbing permit)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms (requires separate electrical permit)
- Any structural modifications
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via West Jordan Public Portal)Submit online at permit.westjordan.utah.gov
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, and door locations
- OptionalElectrical PlanCircuit layout, panel capacity, smoke/CO detector locations
- OptionalMechanical PlanHVAC supply/return for new rooms, combustion air for furnace room
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Finish Permit | Valuation-based per the West Jordan Building Permit fee table (Ord. 25-48) | Assessed on project valuation per West Jordan's Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026), Building Permits item 3(a) valuation table, confirmed live 2026-07-01. Basement finish work is valued by total project cost under this table; no separate flat basement-finish fee line item exists. Plan review for residential is 40% of the permit fee. Separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical sub-permits at the $70 minimum each (Building Permits item 3(c)). |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in West Jordan, valuation-based per the FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), using the same Building Permit valuation table applied to all building permits. Regulated by the state-adopted 2024 IBC per Utah Code § 15A-2-103.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial building construction
- Plans, plot plan, and supporting documents (structural calculations, ComCheck, geotechnical report for non-residential projects) uploaded to the online permit portal as PDF
- Compliance with the 2024 IBC and West Jordan's adopted Design Criteria
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Plans and Plot PlanUploaded as PDF via the online permit portal, per WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions.
- RequiredStructural CalculationsPer WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions.
- RequiredComCheck / Energy Code Compliance ReportPer WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions ('Com or Res Checks').
- RequiredGeotechnical ReportRequired for non-residential (commercial) projects, per WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $1–$2,000 | $60.50 base + $3.70 per each additional $100 (or fraction thereof) over $500 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 (eff. through June 30, 2026, updated March 6, 2026). Valuation determined by ICC Building Valuation Data as of July 1 of each year. Same table used for all building permits, including commercial. |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,001–$25,000 | $116.00 base + $16.90 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $2,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,001–$50,000 | $505.00 base + $12.20 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $25,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,001–$100,000 | $810.00 base + $8.45 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $50,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $1,233.00 base + $6.76 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $100,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $3,938.00 base + $5.75 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $500,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation over $1,000,000 | $6,803.00 base + $3.80 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $1,000,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Plan Review — Non-Residential | 65% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48: 'c) Non-Residential ... 65% of the building permit fee.' Applies to both new commercial construction and tenant improvement/remodel work — the fee schedule does not split these into separate tiers. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired in West Jordan prior to erecting, constructing, reconstructing, locating, relocating, placing, replacing, restoring, extending, enlarging, modifying, altering, repairing, or using any sign within the city, except exempt signs, per West Jordan City Code § 12-2-3(A). Unlike several smaller Utah cities in this dataset, West Jordan publishes a genuine, detailed, valuation-based Sign Review fee table distinct from its general building permit fee table, plus flat fees for specific sign categories (bus bench/shelter, off-premises development/construction signs, temporary sign review, and a sign impound fee).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Sign permit required before erecting, constructing, reconstructing, locating, relocating, placing, replacing, restoring, extending, enlarging, modifying, altering, repairing, or using any sign in the city, except exempt signs described in § 12-2-5, per § 12-2-3(A)
- Sign construction and use must comply with the International Building Code, National Electrical Code, Title 12 (Sign Regulations), Title 13 (Zoning Regulations), and all applicable federal/state/city regulations, including power line and utility clearances, per § 12-2-2
- Before any sign permit is issued, the Development Services Department (or its designee) reviews the sign application for compliance with Title 13 (Zoning Regulations), per § 12-2-3(C)
- Sign type must be checked against the permitted-sign-type table by zoning district in § 13-17-2 (Title 13, Chapter 17) — signs marked 'permitted' (P) are allowed by right, while those marked 'conditional' (C) or 'administrative conditional use' (AC) require Planning Commission or Zoning Administrator approval per the conditional-use procedures in Title 13, Chapter 7, Article E
- Installation without a permit triggers a penalty of 2x the original permit fee, per the FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmitted to the Development Services Department for review against Title 12 (sign construction/use standards) and Title 13 (zoning compliance), per §§ 12-2-3(B)-(C).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Review — valuation $1 to $500 | $35 base fee, N/A additional rate | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (effective through June 30, 2026; updated March 6, 2026, Ord. 25-48), 'PLANNING AND ENGINEERING,' item 10 'Sign Reviews,' subitem (a) 'Sign Review based on valuation (base fee plus rate).' Confirmed via direct page-image review of the source PDF. |
| Sign Review — valuation $501 to $2,000 | $35 base fee + $2.00 for each additional $100 (or fraction) after $500 | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table. |
| Sign Review — valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $65 base fee; the 'rate for each additional $1,000' column is left blank in the city's own published table (no numeral printed after the dollar sign) | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table. Confirmed via direct high-resolution page-image review (not just text extraction) that this cell is genuinely blank in the source PDF — not a text-extraction artifact. No figure is asserted here since none is published; contact the Development Services Department to confirm the applicable per-$1,000 rate for this tier. |
| Sign Review — valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $345 base fee + $8 for each additional $1,000 (or fraction) after the minimum valuation of the level | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table. |
| Sign Review — valuation more than $50,001 | $525 base fee + $6 for each additional $1,000 (or fraction) after the minimum valuation of the level | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table. |
| Bus Bench | $60 each | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (b). |
| Bus Shelter | $90 each | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (c). |
| Off-Premises Development / Construction Signs | $300 | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (d) — corresponds to the on-premises development/construction sign exemption category described in WJCC § 12-2-5(A) for the off-premises counterpart. |
| Planning Commission Review | $500 | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (e) — applies when a sign requires Planning Commission review (e.g., signs marked 'conditional' in the § 13-17-2 zoning table). |
| Sign Impound Fee | $65 | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (f). |
| Temporary Sign Review | $35 | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (g). |
| Penalty — Installation Without Permit | 2x original permit fee | West Jordan FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Sign Reviews table, item (h). |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial remodel and tenant-improvement work in West Jordan. The FY-2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48) uses the same 'Non-Residential' fee category (valuation-based building permit fee + 65% plan review) for both new commercial construction and tenant improvement/remodel — no separate tenant-improvement fee tier is published.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial remodel or tenant-improvement scope
- Plans and supporting documents (structural calculations where applicable, ComCheck) uploaded to the online permit portal as PDF
- Compliance with the 2024 IBC and West Jordan's adopted Design Criteria
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction PlansUploaded as PDF via the online permit portal, per WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions.
- RequiredComCheck / Energy Code Compliance ReportPer WJ Online Permit Submittal Instructions, where the scope affects energy compliance.
- OptionalStructural CalculationsRequired where the tenant-improvement scope includes structural changes.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $1–$2,000 | $60.50 base + $3.70 per each additional $100 (or fraction thereof) over $500 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 (eff. through June 30, 2026, updated March 6, 2026). Valuation determined by ICC Building Valuation Data as of July 1 of each year. Same table used for all building permits, including commercial. |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,001–$25,000 | $116.00 base + $16.90 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $2,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $25,001–$50,000 | $505.00 base + $12.20 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $25,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $50,001–$100,000 | $810.00 base + $8.45 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $50,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $1,233.00 base + $6.76 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $100,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $3,938.00 base + $5.75 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $500,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Building Permit — valuation over $1,000,000 | $6,803.00 base + $3.80 per each additional $1,000 (or fraction thereof) over $1,000,000 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| Plan Review — Non-Residential | 65% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48: 'c) Non-Residential ... 65% of the building permit fee.' Same rate and category used for new commercial construction — no separate tenant-improvement fee tier is published. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the building permit fee | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48 |
Fire Sprinkler Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system in West Jordan. Unlike several smaller neighboring cities, West Jordan operates its own city Fire Department (not Unified Fire Authority or a special fire district) — the West Jordan Fire Department's Fire Marshal's Office handles fire sprinkler plan review, permitting, and inspection directly, billed through the same Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48) as other city permits. The City has adopted the 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) and Appendices B, C, and D.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system, commercial or multi-family
- Permit required under the 2024 International Fire Code and Appendices B, C, D as adopted by West Jordan
- Fee is tiered by number of sprinkler heads (commercial) or per building (multi-family housing)
Required documents
- RequiredFire Permit ApplicationWest Jordan Fire Department Fire Permit Application, submitted to the Fire Marshal's Office
- RequiredFire Sprinkler System PlansPlans, specifications, and calculations for the automatic sprinkler system
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Commercial, 1-25 sprinkler heads (includes plan review) | $127 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated March 6, 2026), 'FIRE INSPECTIONS' section, item 4(a)(i): '1-25 sprinkler heads (includes plan review) — $127.' Confirmed live 2026-07-19. |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Commercial, 26-99 sprinkler heads | $171 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(a)(ii). |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Commercial, 100-1,000 sprinkler heads | $336 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(a)(iii). |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Commercial, 1,001-4,000 sprinkler heads | $420 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(a)(iv). |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Commercial, 4,000+ sprinkler heads | $504 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(a)(v). |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Multi-Family Housing, 1-99 sprinkler heads | $171 per building | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(b)(i). |
| Fire Sprinkler Inspection — Multi-Family Housing, 100+ sprinkler heads | $253 per building | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), item 4(b)(ii). |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48. |
Fire Alarm Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a fire alarm system in West Jordan. The West Jordan Fire Department's Fire Marshal's Office handles fire alarm plan review, permitting, and inspection directly (West Jordan operates its own city Fire Department rather than using Unified Fire Authority or a special fire district), billed as a flat 'Standard Fire Inspection' fee under the Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48).
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a fire alarm system
- Permit required under the 2024 International Fire Code and Appendices B, C, D as adopted by West Jordan
Required documents
- RequiredFire Permit ApplicationWest Jordan Fire Department Fire Permit Application, submitted to the Fire Marshal's Office
- RequiredFire Alarm System PlansPlans and specifications for the fire alarm system
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Fire Inspection (fire alarms, fireworks, spray booths, etc.) | $100 | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated March 6, 2026), 'FIRE INSPECTIONS' section, item 2: 'Standard Fire Inspection (fire alarms, fireworks, spray booths, etc.) — $100.' Confirmed live 2026-07-19. This is a single flat fee covering fire alarm work — West Jordan does not publish a separate size- or device-tiered fire alarm fee table like some neighboring fire districts. |
| Permit Processing Fee | $12 per permit issued | West Jordan Consolidated Fee Schedule, Ord. 25-48. |
Zoning Verification Letter / Certificate of Occupancy Inspection (Planning & Engineering)
VerifiedWest Jordan City Code § 13-1-9 ('Certificate of Occupancy and Zoning Compliance') makes it unlawful to use or occupy, or permit the use or occupancy of, any building, property, or premises prior to approval of a certificate of occupancy and zoning compliance, and separately makes it unlawful to occupy a property with a materially different design, greater intensity of use, or different occupancy classification than the one specifically approved — a change-of-use trigger distinct from new construction. A certificate is issued by the city administrator or a designee after a development/building is completed and has passed final inspection; a temporary certificate valid up to 6 months may be issued where zoning/site-plan conditions have been substantially, but not fully, met and the delay poses no hazard, backed by a cash bond (100% of estimated completion costs October-April; 150% May-September) that is released once all conditions are verified by inspection. Occupying without a certificate, or changing use/occupancy classification outside what the certificate approved, is a violation subject to prosecution, and unpermitted occupancy is declared a nuisance subject to abatement. Direct fetch of the full section text from codelibrary.amlegal.com remains blocked by a Cloudflare bot-check as of 2026-07-20 (confirmed again this session via curl, r.jina.ai reader proxy, and WebFetch — all blocked), but the operative language above is corroborated verbatim/near-verbatim across three independent search-engine-indexed excerpts of the same section, cross-checked for internal consistency. Separately, and independently confirmed by direct fetch of West Jordan's own FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule PDF: the Planning Division charges a separate, distinctly priced 'Zoning Verification Letter' ($150) under its Zoning fee category — the standard product used to confirm current zoning/use compliance for an existing building (e.g., for a business license, lease, or sale) without new construction — plus a distinct 'Certificate of Occupancy Inspection (Planning/Engineering)' fee ($290) under Development Review fees, separate from any Building Division inspection fee.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- It is unlawful to use or occupy, or to permit the use or occupancy of, any building, property or premises prior to approval of a certificate of occupancy and zoning compliance, per § 13-1-9
- It is unlawful to occupy, or allow the occupancy or use of, any property development, premises, or building with a materially different design, greater intensity of use, or different occupancy than specifically provided for in the approved certificate — the change-of-use trigger, per § 13-1-9
- A certificate of occupancy and zoning compliance is issued by the city administrator or a designee after the property development/building is completed and has passed final inspection, per § 13-1-9
- A temporary certificate (max 6 months) may be issued if the city administrator/designee determines in writing that zoning/site plan/other required approvals have been substantially met, that acceptable circumstances have delayed certain required improvements, and that the delay creates no hazard or safety concern, per § 13-1-9
- A temporary certificate requires a cash bond: 100% of estimated completion costs if issued October through April, or 150% of estimated completion costs if issued May through September, per § 13-1-9
- Zoning Verification Letter: request submitted to the Planning Division for confirmation of a parcel's current zoning designation and/or use compliance, independent of any active building permit
- Certificate of Occupancy Inspection (Planning/Engineering): a Planning/Engineering-side site inspection distinct from the Building Division's own final inspection, verifying compliance with approved site plan/development conditions before a certificate of occupancy is issued
- Zoning Administration / Interpretation / Determination: available on an hourly basis for formal staff determinations, including change-of-use classification questions
Required documents
- RequiredZoning Verification Letter RequestSubmitted to the West Jordan Planning Division; no standalone application form was located on westjordan.utah.gov as of 2026-07-20 — contact Community Development at the Building & Safety line (801-569-5010) or Planning for the current request process.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zoning Verification Letter | $150.00 | West Jordan FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48, updated 3/6/2026, effective through 6/30/2026), 'PLANNING AND ENGINEERING' section, item 16(c) 'Zoning' — 'Zoning Verification Letter ... $150.' |
| Zoning Administration / Interpretation / Determination | $100.00 per hour | West Jordan FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), 'PLANNING AND ENGINEERING' section, item 16(a). |
| Certificate of Occupancy Inspection (Planning/Engineering) | $290.00; first reinspection included at no charge; each additional reinspection after the first is $75.00 | West Jordan FY2026 Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ord. 25-48), 'PLANNING AND ENGINEERING' section, item 6(g)(iii) under 'Development Reviews — Other Fees.' Separate from any Building Division final-inspection fee. |
Sources & verification
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