Solar PV Permit in Orem, Utah
Required for rooftop solar photovoltaic system installation. Typically requires both a building permit (structural) and an electrical permit. All submittals online via CityInspect portal.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Online account at utah.cityinspect.com
- Building permit application for structural attachment to roof
- Electrical permit application for wiring, inverter, and interconnection
- System design drawings including roof attachment plan, single-line electrical diagram, and equipment specifications
- Utility interconnection agreement or net metering application (Rocky Mountain Power)
Required documents
- Req
Building Permit Application
Submitted online; covers structural attachment
- Req
Electrical Permit Application
Submitted online; covers PV wiring, inverter, and AC/DC disconnect
- Req
System Design Drawings
Roof attachment plan with rafter sizes, module layout, and single-line electrical diagram
- Req
Equipment Spec Sheets
Manufacturer specification sheets for modules, inverter, and racking system
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit (structural, valuation-based, Table 3A) | Based on ICC BVT or stated project valuation — see building permit fee table (Table 3A, 1997 UAC w/2023 revisions; minimum $86.00) | Orem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Permits (p. 204–206). |
| Electrical Permit | $40.00 base + applicable amount from Table 3B, 1997 UAC w/2023 revisions | Orem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Permits (p. 205). |
| Plan Review | Lesser of 65% of permit fee or actual cost | Orem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Plan Review (p. 205). |
Review timeline
~3–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Orem building department
Inspection process
- 1
Rough-in Electrical
Conduit, wiring, and disconnects before enclosure
- 2
Final Building / Electrical
Modules installed, system operational, all connections verified
Tips
- Two separate permits are typically required for solar: one building permit (structural) and one electrical permit.
- Obtain Rocky Mountain Power interconnection approval before scheduling the final electrical inspection.
- Your installer should be familiar with Orem's online submittal process through CityInspect.
Frequently asked questions
- Can my solar installer pull the permits?
- Yes. Licensed contractors can create an account and submit permit applications on your behalf through the CityInspect portal.
Sources & verification
Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- Building Safety Division — official building department
- Orem City Building Permits
- Orem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget — Building Safety Permit Fees (pp. 204–206)
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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