This is PermitBase’s published record for Cedar Hills as of 2026-07-07. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Cedar Hills building permits
VerifiedCedar Hills, Utah — as published 2026-07-07.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — per Cedar Hills' official Building Permit Requirements form (revised 06/12/2025): 'Current codes are 2021 IRC, 2021 IBC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IPC, 2020 NEC, 2018 IECC Commercial, 2018 IECC Residential, and 2021 IFGC and Utah State Amendments Title 15A.'2021 International Building Code (IBC) — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), Commercial — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), Residential — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form.Utah State Amendments, Utah Code Title 15A — per the same official Building Permit Requirements form. Note: this form was last revised 06/12/2025 and predates the statewide July 1, 2026 code-cycle update referenced by other Utah County jurisdictions (e.g. Murray's 2024 IBC/IPC/IMC/IEBC/IECC effective 07/01/2026); Cedar Hills' own published requirements sheet is the authoritative source used here and has not been superseded by any newer Cedar Hills-specific publication found as of verification date.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for all new residential construction in Cedar Hills, regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC/IBC. The city's fee schedule charges a valuation-based Building Permit fee (no separate printed dollar table; assessed 'Based on valuation' per the International Building Code, i.e. IBC Section 109 / ICC Building Valuation Data methodology) plus a mandatory Residential Plan Check fee (65% of the building permit fee) and a tiered, square-footage-based Plan Check Deposit due at application.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family residential construction regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC/IBC
- Completed Building Permit Application (submitted via the online iworq permit portal or by print application)
- 2 sets of building plans drawn to scale, including a site plan (north arrow, lot dimensions, setbacks, easements, property lines, water meter/sewer lateral location, driveway/hard-surface locations, retaining walls, and topographical details if slope exceeds 10%)
- Construction plans: floor plans, footing/foundation details, structural framing, electrical/mechanical/plumbing design details, energy code compliance documentation (RES Check, COMM Check, Manual D/J/S as applicable)
- Structural calculations stamped by a Utah-licensed structural engineer (roof trusses may be a deferred submittal)
- Geotechnical report, including slope stability evaluation and retaining wall design, if lot slope exceeds 15%
- HOA approval if applicable
- Plan Check Deposit, based on gross square footage and/or valuation, due at application
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Requirements ChecklistCity of Cedar Hills' official checklist (revised 06/12/2025) listing all required plan-set contents, structural/energy documentation, and the plan check deposit requirement.
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online via the Cedar Hills iworq Building Permit Portal (cedarhills.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/cedarhills), or as a Non-Digital (print) application for new construction, remodels, accessory buildings, HVAC, roofing, and solar installations.
- OptionalOwner/Builder Certification and Agreement to Comply with the Construction Trades Licensing ActUtah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) form, required only if the property owner is acting as their own contractor; filed with the city Building Department, which forwards it to DOPL.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Based on valuation (no flat table published; assessed per International Building Code valuation methodology) | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026, Planning/Building/Zoning section: 'Building Permit — Based on valuation — Building Permit — International Building Code.' No standalone dollar/square-footage table is published by Cedar Hills; valuation is assessed under the adopted 2021 IBC's valuation-based permit fee framework. |
| Residential Plan Check Fee | 65% of building permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: 'Residential Plan Check — 65% of building permit fee — Building Permit — Resolution 04-21-2015A.' |
| 1% State Fee | 1% of Building Permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: '1% State Fee — 1% of Building Permit — Building Permit — International Building Code' (statewide surcharge collected via the local building permit). |
| Residential Plan Check Deposit | $300.00 (1-275 sq ft) up to $3,900.00 (9,501-10,000 sq ft), tiered by gross square footage; Estimated Actual Cost for 10,000+ sq ft | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026, full tiered table (e.g. 1,801-2,100 sq ft: $1,100.00; 2,701-3,000 sq ft: $1,500.00; 4,701-5,000 sq ft: $2,300.00), due 'At Application' per Resolution 02-07-2017A. |
| Refundable Improvement Bond | $4,000.00 (general); $3,000.00 for pools and accessory structures | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: 'Refundable Improvement Bond — $4,000.00 — Building Permit — Resolution 05-21-2024B' and 'Refundable Improvement Bond – Pools and Accessory Structures — $3,000.00.' |
| New Construction Utility Fees (Per ERU) | Construction Water Fee $150.00; Water Meter (3/4") & Installation $575.00; Water Lateral Inspection $75.00; Sewer Lateral Inspection $75.00; Gas Line Inspection (Residential) $53.00; Temporary/Permanent Power Inspection, each (Residential) $53.00; Pressurized Irrigation Infrastructure $656.90 | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026, 'New Construction Fees (Per ERU)' table, all collected at Building Permit issuance. |
| Impact Fees (Per ERU) | Parks (Single Family) $2,256.00; Public Safety (Residential, per unit) $495.13; Sewer (Cedar Hills, 3/4") $928.80; Culinary Water (3/4" meter) $887.53; plus Transportation impact fee (Single Family Detached Housing) $852.54 | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026, 'Impact Fees (Per ERU)' and 'Transportation' tables, collected at Building Permit. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $100.00 | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: 'Re-inspection Fee — $100.00 — Prior to Re-inspect — Resolution 09-20-2005A.' |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, remodels, and basement finishes in Cedar Hills. The city publishes a separate Basement Permit Requirements checklist distinct from new-construction requirements, and charges a reduced 26% Residential Plan Check rate (vs. 65% for new construction) for basement finishes, small structures, and solar.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Additions and remodels to existing one- and two-family residential structures, regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC
- Basement finish work: 2 sets of scale drawings (1/4" = 1'), gross floor area and room sizes, labeled rooms including proposed future use of unfinished areas, identification of new vs. existing construction
- Window sizes/types, ceiling heights, smoke/CO detector locations, electrical device types and locations, plumbing fixture locations, water heater/floor drain/water softener locations, furnace and return air location, heat source in all habitable rooms
- Gas line drawing required for any additional gas-fired appliances or gas line extension
- Blue Stakes (811) utility locate required before any digging
- HOA-approved and signed plans required for any exterior changes (e.g. walkouts), if applicable
- Plan Check Deposit not required for basement finishes only (per the city's Building Permit Requirements form), but the reduced 26% Plan Check fee still applies
Required documents
- RequiredBasement Permit Requirements ChecklistCity of Cedar Hills' official checklist specific to basement plan submittals, covering room labeling, life-safety devices, MEP locations, and utility-locate requirements.
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online via the Cedar Hills iworq Building Permit Portal, or as a Non-Digital (print) application.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Based on valuation (per International Building Code) | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: same valuation-based 'Building Permit' line item used for all construction types; no separate flat fee for additions/remodels/basements. |
| Residential Plan Check (Basement Finish/Small Structures/Solar) | 26% of building permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: 'Residential Plan Check (Basement Finish)(Small Structures)(Solar) — 26% of building permit fee — Building Permit — Resolution 01-05-2021A.' Confirmed distinct from the 65% rate used for new residential construction generally. |
| 1% State Fee | 1% of Building Permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026. |
| Refundable Improvement Bond | $4,000.00 (general); $3,000.00 for pools/accessory structures | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026, Resolution 05-21-2024B. |
Solar Panel (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential rooftop solar photovoltaic installations in Cedar Hills. Requires a Building Permit Application, two sets of plans meeting the city's Solar PV System Plan Review Requirements checklist, and a $300 plan-check deposit (check only, per the city's Installation Permit page).
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- Building Permit Application, with 'solar panel installations' work type
- Two copies of a detailed site plan showing the home and all PV system components
- Structural Engineer of Record report/evaluation confirming the roof can support the added array load; Utah-licensed structural engineer, wet-stamped
- Mounting system details: module mounting system, added component weight, roof covering type and number of layers
- One-line diagram: PV system type, module count/wiring/layout, wire types/sizes, conduit, component locations, fuse/breaker ratings, and which home electrical panel the system backfeeds to
- Module manufacturer spec sheets (rated watts, volts, amps, Voc, Isc)
- Inverter manufacturer spec sheets (rated watts/volts, max AC output amps/voltage); utility-tied inverters must be listed 'utility interactive' meeting UL 1741 with ground fault protection
- Total array power calculations (watts, amps, volts, Voc at coldest expected temperature per NEC 690.7, Isc)
- System component listings and equipment ratings
- Illustrations of required signage and sign locations
- HOA-approved and signed plans, if applicable
- $300 plan-check deposit, check only
Required documents
- RequiredSolar PV System Plan Review Requirements ChecklistCity of Cedar Hills' official Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Plan Submittal Checklist (form dated CHBD 08162016), covering site plan, structural engineer evaluation, mounting system, one-line diagram, module/inverter specs, array power calculations, component listings, and signage.
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted online via the Cedar Hills iworq Building Permit Portal, or as a Non-Digital (print) application, for solar panel installations.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Based on valuation (per International Building Code) | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: solar installations use the same valuation-based 'Building Permit' line item; no separate flat solar permit fee is published. |
| Residential Plan Check (Solar) | 26% of building permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026: 'Residential Plan Check (Basement Finish)(Small Structures)(Solar) — 26% of building permit fee — Resolution 01-05-2021A.' |
| Solar Plan-Check Deposit | $300.00 (check only) | City of Cedar Hills official Installation Permit page and Building Department FAQ: 'A building permit, two sets of plans, and a plan-check deposit of $300 are required for installation of solar panels.' The Installation Permit page specifies the deposit must be paid by check only. |
| 1% State Fee | 1% of Building Permit fee | City of Cedar Hills Fee Schedule, effective 07/01/2026. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
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 Cedar Hills building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.