This is PermitBase’s published record for Eagle Mountain as of 2026-06-30. It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Eagle Mountain building permits
VerifiedEagle Mountain, Utah — as published 2026-06-30.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Building Code (IBC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page (eaglemountain.gov/government/building/), effective as of July 1, 2023; superseded by 2024 IBC statewide July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page; continues in force after July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page; superseded by 2024 IPC statewide July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page; superseded by 2024 IMC statewide July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page; superseded by 2024 IFGC statewide July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032021 International Fire Code (IFC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Eagle Mountain Building Department, Compliance & Codes page; superseded by 2024 IECC statewide July 1, 2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-1032023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); NOTE: Eagle Mountain's building page lists 2020 NEC but the statewide-adopted edition is 2023 NEC per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 — the 2020 NEC listing on the city page is staleEagle Mountain Municipal Code (local building and zoning regulations) — codepublishing.com/UT/EagleMountain/NOTE: Effective July 1, 2026 — 2024 editions of IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC replace the 2021 editions per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective 7/1/2026); IRC stays 2021; NEC stays 2023
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in Eagle Mountain. Permit fees are valuation-based per the Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026). Plan review is approximately 14 business days. Applications submitted through the OpenGov portal.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or multi-family residential construction
- Additions to existing structures
- Structural modifications — load-bearing wall removal, foundation alterations
- Conversion of non-habitable space to habitable space
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal (eaglemountainut.portal.opengov.com/categories/1076)
- RequiredBuilding PlansComplete construction drawings to scale — site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details
- RequiredResidential Document Submittal ChecklistEagle Mountain's checklist of all required documents for residential permits; available on the city's building page
- RequiredEnergy Compliance DocumentationREScheck or equivalent showing compliance with the adopted IECC
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts for new construction
- OptionalCompaction CertificateRequired for new construction on filled or disturbed soils
- OptionalOwner/Builder Certification AgreementRequired if owner is acting as general contractor (not using a licensed GC)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — valuation $1.00–$500 | $24 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, updated March 3, 2026; building permit fees last revised 12/03/2024 (Section 13.1) |
| Building Permit — valuation $501–$2,000 | $24 for the first $500, plus $3 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $2,001–$40,000 | $69 for the first $2,000, plus $7 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $40,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $40,001–$100,000 | $335 for the first $40,000, plus $5 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $635 for the first $100,000, plus $2 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $1,435 for the first $500,000, plus $3 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $1,000,001–$5,000,000 | $2,935 for the first $1,000,000, plus $3 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $5,000,000 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Building Permit — valuation $5,000,001 and up | $14,935 for the first $5,000,000, plus $2 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (revised 12/03/2024) |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 (revised 05/18/2021) |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
| Reinspection Fee | $50 per trade | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.2 (revised 03/17/2015) |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Eagle Mountain, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Eagle Mountain charges a flat fee for basement finish permits — not valuation-based. Plan review time is typically 14 business days.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window)
- Adding a bathroom (requires plumbing permit)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms
- Any structural modifications
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal
- RequiredBasement ChecklistEagle Mountain's required basement checklist — available on the city's building page
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, door locations, and bedroom count
- Optional2nd Kitchen AgreementRequired if adding a kitchen or kitchenette (mother-in-law setup)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Finish Permit — flat fee | $250 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 (updated March 3, 2026): 'Non-Valuation Based Permit — Basement Finish $250' |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee ($100) | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 — 40% residential plan review applies |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee ($2.50) | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
| Reinspection Fee | $50 per trade | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.2 |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for new deck construction or structural modifications to existing decks in Eagle Mountain. Building permits are required for all attached decks and decks 30 inches or more above grade. Permit fees are valuation-based.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- All attached decks (ledger board connection to house)
- Decks 30 inches or more above grade
- Structural modifications to existing decks
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal
- RequiredDeck Plan ChecklistEagle Mountain's deck checklist — available at eaglemountain.gov/government/building/
- RequiredBuilding PlansFraming plan, beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, ledger attachment method, and railing specifications
- RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location with setbacks from property lines
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | Valuation-based per Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 | Grounded: Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026), Section 13.1 (p.10) lists the full building-permit valuation fee table with only two named non-valuation exceptions (Basement Finish $250; Inspection Only $50) — no separate deck fee exists, so decks are billed on the Section 13.1 valuation table using Appendix B (Building Valuation Data Table, p.26) for cost-per-sq-ft. Example: a $10,000 deck falls in the $2,001–$40,000 bracket: $69 + (8 × $7) = $125. |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
| Reinspection Fee | $50 per trade | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.2 |
Residential Solar Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems in Eagle Mountain. Eagle Mountain specifically calls out residential solar as a permit type on its building page. Applications are submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal with the solar checklist.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar panel installation
- Ground-mounted solar array installation
- Battery storage system installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal
- RequiredSolar ChecklistEagle Mountain's solar PV checklist — available at eaglemountain.gov/government/building/
- RequiredSolar Owner Consent FormRequired for all residential solar applications
- 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
- RequiredSolar Site PlanRoof plan showing panel placement, setbacks, and fire access pathways
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Permit | Valuation-based per Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 | Grounded: Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026), Section 13.1 (p.10-11) — confirmed by full-text review of the published schedule (29 pages) that no separate flat solar-permit line item exists anywhere in the document; solar installations are billed on the general valuation-based building-permit fee table (installed system value = valuation). |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
Residential Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of in-ground or above-ground swimming pools in Eagle Mountain. A building permit is required for pools 24 inches or deeper, or with a filter system, heater, or electrical lighting. Outdoor pools must have a fence at least six feet high.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- All in-ground swimming pools
- Above-ground pools 24 inches or deeper
- Pools with a filter system, heater, or electrical lighting
- Pool barrier/fence at least 6 feet high required for all outdoor pools
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal
- RequiredSwim Enclosure ChecklistEagle Mountain's pool enclosure checklist — available at eaglemountain.gov/government/building/
- RequiredSite PlanShowing pool location, setbacks, dimensions, and equipment area
- OptionalSeptic Approval LetterRequired if property is on a septic system
- RequiredDetailed PlansConstruction details including safety features, electrical, and piping systems
- RequiredElectrical and Gas DiagramsBonding, grounding, and equipment connection diagrams
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pool Permit | Valuation-based per Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 | Grounded: Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026), Section 13.1 (p.10-11) — confirmed by full-text review of the published schedule (29 pages) that no separate flat pool-permit line item exists anywhere in the document; pool permits are billed on the general valuation-based building-permit fee table. |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for retaining walls over four feet high in Eagle Mountain. Engineered plans are required. Eagle Mountain specifically lists retaining walls as a permit type on its building page.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Retaining walls over 4 feet in total height (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall)
- Any retaining wall supporting a surcharge (driveway, structure, or slope above)
- Tiered walls where total retained height exceeds 4 feet
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit via the Eagle Mountain OpenGov portal
- RequiredRetaining Wall ChecklistEagle Mountain's retaining wall checklist — available at eaglemountain.gov/government/building/
- RequiredSite Plan with Wall LocationWall location with measurements relative to property lines, structures, and utilities
- RequiredEngineered Wall PlansStamped structural drawings from a licensed Utah PE — required for walls over 4 feet
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | Valuation-based per Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1 | Grounded: Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026), Section 13.1 (p.10-11) — confirmed by full-text review of the published schedule (29 pages) that no separate flat retaining-wall line item exists anywhere in the document; retaining wall permits are billed on the general valuation-based building-permit fee table. |
| Plan Review Fee — Residential | 40% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.3 |
| State Surcharge | 1% of the permit fee | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.1; per Utah Code § 15A-1-209(5) |
| Reinspection Fee | $50 per trade | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 13.2 |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired in Eagle Mountain to establish an accessory dwelling unit that will be rented to a non-relative. Per Eagle Mountain Municipal Code (EMMC) Chapter 17.70, an ADU permit requires Planning Department approval in addition to a building permit. The flat $200 permit fee is listed verbatim in the Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026). Eagle Mountain's moderate income housing plan waives additional impact fees for ADUs.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
Requirements
- ADU permit is required when a secondary dwelling unit on a single-family lot will be rented to a person who is not a relative as defined in EMMC 17.10.030
- If you will NOT rent the unit, a Second Kitchen Agreement (recorded with Utah County) is required instead of an ADU permit — see EMMC 17.69.010
- Planning Department approval is required; the building permit for the physical construction is separate
- Adding a basement walkout may create an ADU and trigger this permit requirement
- ADU must comply with EMMC Chapter 17.70 (Accessory Dwelling Units); zoning regulations are in City Code Title 17
Required documents
- RequiredADU Permit ApplicationSubmit via Eagle Mountain's permit portal (eaglemountainut.portal.opengov.com/categories/1076) or contact the Planning Department
- RequiredSite/Parking PlanSite plan showing the property layout and parking arrangement to serve both the primary dwelling and the ADU
- RequiredFloor PlanFloor plan of the accessory dwelling unit showing room layout, dimensions, egress, and kitchen/bathroom locations
- RequiredOwnership AffidavitAffidavit confirming owner occupancy or other ownership requirement per Eagle Mountain ADU regulations
- RequiredADU ChecklistEagle Mountain's ADU checklist — available on the Planning Department page at eaglemountain.gov/government/planning-department/
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory Dwelling Permit | $200 | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated March 3, 2026). Per the City's moderate income housing plan, no additional impact fees are charged for accessory dwelling units. |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of commercial signs in Eagle Mountain. The Consolidated Fee Schedule sets a flat $50 per sign face fee.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Permanent commercial signage (wall-mounted, monument, pole)
- Illuminated or electronic message signs
- Any sign requiring a building permit under Eagle Mountain code
Required documents
- RequiredSign ApplicationSign dimensions, height, illumination type, and materials
- RequiredSite PlanSign location on property and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit | $50 per sign face | Eagle Mountain Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 8.1 (last revised 08/16/2011; confirmed in March 3, 2026 update) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
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