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Unincorporated Uintah County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Uintah County, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here. Uintah County's own Building Code page (uintah.gov, live-checked 2026-07-16) is UNCHANGED and still states '2021 International Building Codes Effective July 1, 2023' — the county page has not been updated for either the 2021→2023 language it already had wrong stylistically or the 2024 statewide edition now in force; the statute governs.2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — REMAINS CURRENT; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b) did not change this edition in the 7/1/2026 statewide transition.Appendix AQ of the 2021 IRC — statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(c); not itemized on Uintah County's own Building Code page, added here per statute.2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here.2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), single unsplit statewide edition — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here. Uintah County's FAQ page ('Do I need a permit for my building? It's portable on a skid?' article, live-checked 2026-07-16) is UNCHANGED and still cites 'Chapter 14 of the 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)' and '2018 International Building Code (IBC)' / '2015 International Residential Code (IRC)' / 'IRC 2015 or IBC 2018' for relocated/moved structures — this is now a much larger lag (2015/2018 editions vs. the current 2024/2021 statewide editions) than previously flagged; the FAQ page's separate 'When are building permits required' article also still cites 'IBC 2015 & IRC 2015' verbatim. The statute governs; Uintah County's FAQ page has not been updated to reflect any statewide code cycle since at least 2015/2018.Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — CURRENT statewide as of 7/1/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n); supersedes the 2021 edition previously listed here.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — REMAINS CURRENT; Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g) did not change this edition in the 7/1/2026 statewide transition. Uintah County's Building Code Information page (live-checked 2026-07-16) is UNCHANGED and still lists '2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) Effective July 1, 2021' — that page remains not updated; the statewide 2023 NEC is the legally in-force edition per the statute.NOTE (2026-07-16 re-verification): Utah Code § 15A-2-103, version effective 7/1/2026 (superseded 1/1/2027), took effect 15 days before this re-verification — the flip anticipated by this file's prior 'Effective July 1, 2026' note has now occurred and is confirmed live. IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC/IECC/IEBC/residential ISPSC are now 2024 statewide; IRC (2021) and NEC (2023) did NOT change. Uintah County's own Building Code page and FAQ page were both live-checked 2026-07-16 and remain unchanged/stale exactly as previously found (in the FAQ's case, considerably staler than previously documented — see the IEBC entry above) — the statute is cited directly as governing throughout, per this file's established recovery-avenue policy.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwelling construction, additions, remodels, and manufactured homes on private lots in unincorporated Uintah County. The Uintah County Community Development Building Division issues and reviews all building permits for land outside incorporated cities (Vernal, Naples). Fee is calculated per square foot by occupancy classification under the county's adopted fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling construction
- Additions to existing residential structures
- Remodels and structural alterations
- Manufactured home installation on a private lot (requires a permanent foundation system per County Code 18.03 of the Administrative Manual)
- Property must be a legally buildable lot (split through the county's subdivision process)
Required documents
- RequiredResidential Building Permit ApplicationCompleted application form (SFD Permit Application Packet 2025) submitted to the Community Development Department, 152 E 100 N, Vernal, UT, or online
- RequiredProof of OwnershipMost current tax statement, deed, or property information sheet
- RequiredSite PlanNorth indicator, lot shape/dimensions, footprint of all structures (existing and proposed), setbacks from all property lines, easements, canals/ditches/drainages, driveway location, wells/septic systems, and FEMA floodplain
- RequiredTwo Complete Sets of Building PlansLegible, to-scale sets (minimum 11x17), designed to the currently adopted IRC — floor plans, elevations, cross sections, framing/footing/foundation details, electrical/plumbing/mechanical details per the county's Building Plans Checklist
- RequiredWater and/or Sewer Availability LetterLetter from the local water district confirming water/sewer availability and stating the distance to the nearest fire hydrant
- OptionalFire Hydrant Approval LetterRequired from the Fire Marshal if no hydrant is within 600 feet of the proposed structure
- OptionalSeptic Construction Permit / Well Water ApprovalLetter from the Tri-County Health Department when a septic system and/or private well is planned
- OptionalRoad Encroachment PermitFrom the Uintah County Road Department, required for any work in the county right-of-way (driveways, utility connections) unless the lot has curb and gutter
- OptionalOwner/Builder CertificationNotarized form required if the property owner will act as their own contractor
- RequiredAgreement for Electrical MeterSigned agreement governing temporary construction power and conditions for setting a permanent meter
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential (R-3 and R-4 occupancy) — per square foot | $0.70 per sq ft | Uintah County Fee Schedule (Uintah County Code § 3.30.010, Ordinance No. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025, effective ~8/27/2025), Community Development Fee Schedule — Building Permit Fees table, 'R-3 and R-4 / Residential' occupancy row. |
| Minimum Building Permit Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1 — Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee table. |
| Unfinished Basement | $0.40 per sq ft | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Porches, Decks and Other Un-Walled Structures | $0.25 per sq ft | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Manufactured Home (factory-built portion only, no basement or garage) | $0.40 per sq ft | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Plan Check Fee | Up to 65% of the building permit fee | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1 — Review of Plans table. A portion is due at time of application per the Administrative Manual § 17.03; nonrefundable once plan check has commenced. |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1 (Inspection/Re-Inspection fee line item); consistent with Administrative Manual § 17.04, which allows a $50 re-inspect fee after the 2nd inspection of the same type, and a $50 fee for late-cancelled or not-ready inspections. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential electrical service upgrades/replacements, temporary power pedestals, and agricultural electrical service in unincorporated Uintah County.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Residential electrical service upgrade or replacement
- Temporary construction power pedestal installation
- Agricultural electrical service
- Any new electrical work in an otherwise-exempt agricultural building
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Building Permit ApplicationCompleted application listing the electrical contractor and license number, submitted to the Community Development Department
- OptionalElectrical Single-Line Diagram / PlanPanel location, meter size and location, circuit layout — required per the county's plan review checklist for new construction and service upgrades
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Service Upgrade or Replacement | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee table. |
| Temporary Power Pedestals | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Agricultural Electrical Service | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Commercial/Utility Equipment and Commercial Electrical Service | $200.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Inspection/Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for replacement of furnaces, air conditioners, water heaters, and boilers, and for LPG-to-natural-gas conversions in unincorporated Uintah County.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace, AC unit, water heater, or boiler replacement
- LPG conversion to natural gas
- New HVAC system installation (part of new construction fee)
- Adding mechanical systems to a building that previously had none
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Building Permit ApplicationCompleted application listing the mechanical contractor and license number
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data for furnace, AC, boiler, or water heater
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement of AC Unit, Furnace, Water Heater, Boiler, etc. | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee table. |
| LPG Conversion to Natural Gas | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Adding Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical to a Building Without Such Facilities | $150 (0–1,499 sq ft); $300 (1,500–4,999 sq ft); $400 (5,000 sq ft and over) | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Inspection/Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of solar photovoltaic systems and residential wind/radio towers in unincorporated Uintah County. Fee tier depends on system size.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop or ground-mounted solar PV installation
- Generator power installations
- Residential wind and/or radio tower installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted application submitted to the Community Development Department
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels/array to inverter to main panel and utility meter
- RequiredEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer specifications for panels, racking, and inverter
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar (less than 10kW) and Generator Power Installations | $200.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — does not include accessory structure. |
| Solar Installations 10kW and Larger | $400.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1 — does not include accessory structure. |
| Residential Wind and/or Radio Tower | $200.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Inspection/Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in unincorporated Uintah County. Includes required Fire Marshal and Health Department sign-off, plus a state Division of Air Quality notification.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Complete demolition of any structure
- Asbestos inspection prior to demolition (hired-contractor demolitions; owner-performed demolition of a private home is exempt per Utah House Bill 285)
- Division of Air Quality notification at least two weeks prior to demolition (required even if no asbestos is found)
- Fire Marshal and Tri-County Health Department sign-off on the Demolition Application
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition ApplicationCompleted form submitted to the Community Development Department with Fire Marshal and Health Department approval signatures
- RequiredDivision of Air Quality Notification / ApprovalCopy of the state notification form (asbestos and demolition notification forms available at airquality.utah.gov) submitted at least two weeks before demolition; approx. $50 state fee
- OptionalAsbestos InspectionRequired if demolition is performed by a hired contractor; private homeowners performing their own demolition are exempt per HB 285
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition of a Structure | $0.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. Show full citationHideUintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee table lists 'Demolition of a Structure' at $0.00. This supersedes the older $100 flat fee shown on the county's standalone Demolition Application form, which predates this fee schedule ordinance. |
| State Division of Air Quality Notification Fee | Approx. $50.00 (paid to the State, not the county) | Uintah County Demolition Application — Step 3 instructions. |
Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for retaining walls over 4 feet in height (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) or any wall supporting a surcharge, in unincorporated Uintah County. Walls at or under 4 feet that do not support a surcharge are exempt per the IRC.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Retaining walls over 4 feet in total height (bottom of footing to top of wall)
- Any retaining wall supporting a surcharge, regardless of height
- Walls not exceeding 4 feet in height and not supporting a surcharge are exempt from a permit under IRC R105.2 (as reprinted in the county's Building Permit FAQ)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted application submitted to the Community Development Department
- RequiredSite PlanWall location relative to property lines, structures, and utilities
- OptionalEngineered Wall PlansRequired for walls supporting a surcharge or where engineering is otherwise warranted
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Retaining Walls Over 4 Feet | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee table. |
| Inspection/Re-Inspection Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
Swimming Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground and above-ground swimming pool installation in unincorporated Uintah County. Prefabricated pools less than 24 inches deep are exempt under IRC R105.2.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- In-ground swimming pool construction
- Above-ground pools 24 inches deep or greater (IRC R105.2 exempts pools under 24 inches)
- Pool barrier/fence required for all pools per adopted IRC/ISPSC
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted application submitted to the Community Development Department
- RequiredPool PlansPool dimensions, depth, equipment location, and structural details
- RequiredBarrier PlanPool fence/barrier details meeting ISPSC/IRC Chapter 31/41 requirements
- RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details per NEC Article 680
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pools — per square foot (All Occupancies) | $0.40 per sq ft | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Uintah County Code § 3.30.010 (Ord. 08-06-2025 O1, enacted 8/12/2025) — Building Permit Fees table. |
| Minimum Building Permit Fee | $50.00 | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
| Plan Check Fee | Up to 65% of the building permit fee | Uintah County Fee Schedule, Ord. 08-06-2025 O1. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
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