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Demolition Permit in West Valley City, Utah

Required for structural demolition in West Valley City. Requires coordinated pre-approvals from the Salt Lake City/County Health Department (asbestos), Utah State Division of Air Quality, all utility companies, and Dominion Energy before WVC will issue the permit.

Verified 2026-06-29 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Complete demolition of any structure
  • Partial demolition involving structural elements

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Fee schedule

Demolition permitWVC Permit Costs & Fees page (wvc-ut.gov/307); confirmed verbatim in WVC FAQ: 'The cost of the demolition permit is $53'
$53 per building
Re-inspection FeeWVC Permit Costs & Fees page (wvc-ut.gov/307)
$53 per occurrence

Review timeline

Plan reviewWest Valley City’s published plan-review target
14–21 business days

How long did your Demolition Permit permit actually take in West Valley City?

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Pre-Demolition Clearance

    All utility disconnects and pre-approvals (Air Quality, Dominion Energy) must be received by WVC before permit is issued

  2. 2

    Final / Site Clear

    Site cleared, foundation removed or capped, site conditions verified

See the full West Valley City inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • West Valley City states in its FAQ that demolition permits take at least two weeks because coordination with utility companies, the Salt Lake City/County Health Department (asbestos), and the Utah State Division of Air Quality is required.
  • Contact the Asbestos Coordinator at (385) 468-3914 first — the asbestos contractor must be state-approved and clearance must reach WVC before the permit can issue.
  • For sewer and water termination, contact Granger Hunter Improvement District at (801) 968-3551.
  • Utility companies notify WVC at (801) 963-3283 when all utility lines have been terminated. Do not start demolition before this notification and permit issuance.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. West Valley City requires a demolition permit ($53 per building) for all structural demolitions. The permit cannot be issued until WVC receives approvals from the State Division of Air Quality, Dominion Energy, and all utility companies confirming utility termination.

In West Valley City, the published Demolition permit is: $53 per building. Additional published fees: Re-inspection Fee — $53 per occurrence. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

West Valley City's FAQ states demolition permits take at least two weeks because coordination is required with utility companies, the Salt Lake City/County Health Department (asbestos), the Utah State Division of Air Quality, and Dominion Energy. Start the process early.

You'll need: Demolition Permit Application; Asbestos Survey / Air Quality Clearance; Utility Disconnect Confirmations; Dominion Energy Approval. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

West Valley City requires 2 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Pre-Demolition Clearance, Final / Site Clear. Schedule each through West Valley City Building Inspection Division ((801) 963-3283).

Apply through West Valley City Building Inspection Division at 3600 S Constitution Boulevard, Suite 220, West Valley City, UT 84119. Phone: (801) 963-3283, email: building@wvc-ut.gov. Office hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Official information: https://www.wvc-ut.gov/294/Building-Inspections.

West Valley City, Utah has adopted: 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — adopted by West Valley City; 2021 IRC Chapter 11 (Energy Efficiency) per Utah State Amendments; confirmed in WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; consistent with Utah Code § 15A-2-103 effective July 1, 2026; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2016 (commercial energy) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); 2009 ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standard — WVC Design Criteria effective April 18, 2026; 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — adopted statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103; referenced in West Valley City Municipal Code Title 16 (Chapter 16-15). Local amendments apply — see the West Valley City overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

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

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the West Valley City building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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