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

Required documents

Fee schedule

Fee typeAmountNotes
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 revisionsOrem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Permits (p. 205).
Plan ReviewLesser of 65% of permit fee or actual costOrem City FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, Building Safety Plan Review (p. 205).

Review timeline

~310 business days

Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Orem building department

Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough-in Electrical

    Conduit, wiring, and disconnects before enclosure

  2. 2

    Final Building / Electrical

    Modules installed, system operational, all connections verified

Tips

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.

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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