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Demolition Permit in Orem, Utah

Required for demolition of structures or portions of structures. Fee is $40 base plus the applicable Table 3A (1997 UAC w/2023 revisions) fee based on valuation. All submittals online via CityInspect portal.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Online account at utah.cityinspect.com
  • Permit application submitted electronically with description of structure(s) to be demolished
  • Utility disconnect confirmations from relevant utility providers prior to demolition
  • Asbestos survey / clearance if structure was built before 1980 (Utah DEQ requirement)

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Fee schedule

Demolition PermitOrem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Permits (p. 205).
$40.00 base + applicable amount from Table 3A, 1997 UAC w/2023 revisions

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Orem building department
~3–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Pre-demolition Utility Disconnect

    Verify all utilities are disconnected before demolition begins

  2. 2

    Final Site

    Site cleared and graded to safe condition

See the full Orem inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Contact Utah DEQ regarding asbestos and lead paint requirements for pre-1980 structures before applying.
  • All utility disconnects must be verified before the demolition permit can proceed.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Demolition of any structure requires a permit in Orem. Apply online through the CityInspect portal.

In Orem, the published Demolition Permit is: $40.00 base + applicable amount from Table 3A, 1997 UAC w/2023 revisions. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a demolition permit in Orem typically runs 3–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with Building Safety Division at (801) 229-7198.

You'll need: Permit Application; Utility Disconnect Verification. Depending on your project, Orem may also ask for: Asbestos Survey. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Orem requires 2 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Pre-demolition Utility Disconnect, Final Site. Schedule each through Building Safety Division ((801) 229-7198).

Apply through Building Safety Division at 56 North State St., 2nd Floor, Orem, UT 84057. Phone: (801) 229-7198, email: help@orem.gov. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Official information: https://orem.gov/buildingpermits/.

Orem, Utah has adopted: 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — currently in effect; unchanged by the July 1, 2026 statewide code-edition update (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b)); 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 July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a)); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IMC that was in effect July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e)); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IPC that was in effect July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d)); 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — effective July 1, 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)); 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IFGC that was in effect July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f)); 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IECC that was in effect July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h)); Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 ISPSC that was in effect July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n)); 2006 Uniform Wildlife Conservation Code (UWUIC); 2009 ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. Local amendments apply — see the Orem overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.

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 Orem building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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