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Saratoga Springs building permits
VerifiedSaratoga Springs, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Codes adopted
GOVERNING LAW: Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/Chapter2/15A-2-S103.html), version effective 7/1/2026 (amended by Ch. 47, 2026 General Session), sets the statewide-mandatory construction code suite (Utah Code § 15A-1-204 — binds every municipality; local amendments permitted, a different edition is not). Saratoga Springs' 'Current Versions of the Codes Utilized for Inspections' list (saratogasprings-ut.gov/201/Building) still displays the pre-7/1/2026 edition list for every code except NEC; re-checked live 2026-07-16, page text is byte-identical to the earlier fetch. State law governs regardless of the page's lag; each line below states current law first, then the page's as-published (stale) text.2024 International Building Code (IBC), with Utah state amendments — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a), effective 7/1/2026. Saratoga Springs' Building Department page still lists '2021 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16).2021 International Residential Code (IRC), with Utah state amendments, plus Appendix AQ of the 2021 IRC — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b)/(c); this edition did NOT change in the 7/1/2026 flip. Matches Saratoga Springs' Building Department page, which lists '2021 Edition of the International Residential Code (IRC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16).2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), with Utah state amendments — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d), effective 7/1/2026. Saratoga Springs' page still lists '2021 Edition of the International Plumbing Code (IPC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16).2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC), with Utah state amendments — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e), effective 7/1/2026. Saratoga Springs' page still lists '2021 Edition of the International Mechanical Code (IMC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16).2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), with Utah state amendments — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f), effective 7/1/2026. Saratoga Springs' page still lists '2021 Edition of the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16).2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), one statewide edition (no residential/commercial split), with Utah state amendments — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h), effective 7/1/2026. Saratoga Springs' Building Department page still lists '2021 Edition of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)' (live re-check 2026-07-16). SEPARATELY, and unrelated to the 2026 flip: the city's Additional Building Permit Requirements page (saratogasprings-ut.gov/221) specifies energy compliance via '2015 Utah REScheck' for residential and ComCheck for commercial — this REScheck vintage reference is a PRE-EXISTING stale citation (predates the 2026 flip) relative to even the prior 2021 IECC citation on the Building Department page; both are reproduced here as independently published by the city, not corrected.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i), effective 7/1/2026. Not mentioned on Saratoga Springs' Building Department page, Obtaining a Building Permit page, or Consolidated Fee Schedule as of live re-check 2026-07-16; added here as a statute-sourced omission (applies statewide regardless of city publication), not fabricated.Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n), effective 7/1/2026. Not mentioned on any Saratoga Springs source reviewed as of live re-check 2026-07-16; added as a statute-sourced omission.Modular Building Institute (MBI) Standards 1200 and 1205 — per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(o), statewide-mandated for modular units. Not mentioned on any Saratoga Springs source reviewed as of live re-check 2026-07-16; added as a statute-sourced omission.2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — per Saratoga Springs Building Department page (live re-check 2026-07-16, unchanged). NOTE: Utah Code § 15A-2-103 does NOT adopt the IFC — the IFC is separately governed under Title 15A Chapter 5, outside the scope of this section. Saratoga Springs' own listing of an IFC edition alongside its § 15A-2-103 code list is therefore not itself governed by § 15A-2-103; reproduced here as the city's own published statement, not corrected or reclassified.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — per Saratoga Springs Building Department page, consistent with Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g) statewide adoption; this edition did NOT change in the 7/1/2026 flip and Saratoga Springs' page already correctly reflects it (live re-check 2026-07-16) — no correction needed here.Utah Code Title 15A (State Construction and Fire Codes Act) governs statewide code adoption; as an incorporated Utah city, Saratoga Springs administers its own Building Department as a compliance agency under Utah Code § 15A-1-202.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations regulated by the state-mandated 2021 IRC and 2024 IBC in Saratoga Springs (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026 for IBC; IRC unchanged). Applications are submitted digitally through the city's CityWorks public portal.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or multi-family residential construction
- Additions or structural alterations to existing residential structures
- Professional (Utah-licensed engineer or architect) plan preparation required for multiple dwellings of 4+ units or any project involving structural changes
- Detached accessory structures over 200 sq ft (per City Code § 19.05.11 and Table 19.04.07)
- Compliance with Planning and Zoning, Public Works, and Fire Department approvals prior to issuance
Required documents
- RequiredSite and Plot PlanMust show proposed retaining walls, all structures, north arrow, easements, sewer/water locations, and existing/proposed contours with elevations, per 'Requirements to be Shown on Drawings' (saratogasprings-ut.gov/223).
- RequiredFooting and Foundation PlansMinimum 20-inch width, 10-inch depth with rebar, 30 inches of frost protection, and 6 inches minimum earth-to-wood clearance above final grade, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/223.
- RequiredFloor Plans (each level)All rooms with dimensions, structural elements, openings, door/window schedules, and fire assemblies clearly marked.
- RequiredElevations and Wall Cross SectionsStud/joist/rafter sizing and spacing, insulation, ventilation, coverings, and floor-to-ceiling height (minimum 7 feet 6 inches per saratogasprings-ut.gov/223).
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance Report2015 Utah REScheck for residential (per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221, Additional Building Permit Requirements); ComCheck for commercial.
- OptionalEngineering Calculations with StampsRequired where structural design requires licensed engineer sign-off, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221.
- OptionalTruss Manufacturer DetailsRequired for engineered truss systems, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Building permit fee is 'per fee schedule found in the International Residential Code,' with building valuation equal to 75% of the ICC 'Building Valuation Data' published in Building Safety magazine. | City of Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, current per Res. R21-46 passed 7-6-21), Building section: 'Building permit fee shall be as per fee schedule found in the International Residential Code' and 'Building valuation for each structure shall be equal to the amount set forth by the International Code Council (ICC). Valuation is determined at 75% of the Building Valuation Data published by the ICC in Building Safety magazine.' |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21), 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review — 65% of the building permit fee.' |
| Permits Not Requiring Complete Plan Review | 25% of building permit fees | Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21): 'Permits not requiring complete plan review — 25% of building permit fees.' |
| Single-Family Dwelling Permit Application Deposit | $200.00 (non-refundable, applied toward permit cost) | 'Additional Building Permit Requirements' page (saratogasprings-ut.gov/221) and Consolidated Fee Schedule confirm: 'Single Family Dwelling Permit Application Deposit — $200.00.' |
| Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit | $500.00 (non-refundable, applied toward permit cost) | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit — $500.00.' |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47.00/hour (minimum 1 hour) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Re-inspection — $47.00/hour (min. charge one (1) hour).' |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'State of Utah inspector training — 1% of permit fee.' |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, remodels, and basement finishes to existing residential structures in Saratoga Springs. Covers structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work associated with the remodel scope.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Any addition or structural alteration to an existing residential structure
- Basement finish including framing, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work (per 'Obtaining a Basement Permit' page, saratogasprings-ut.gov/225)
- Bedrooms in finished basements require minimum 70 sq ft floor area, 7-foot minimum dimension, and compliant egress windows
- Compliance with 2021 IRC minimum room sizes, ceiling heights, and hallway widths
Required documents
- RequiredFloor Plan / Remodel PlanRoom layout, dimensions, lighting, outlets, smoke/CO detector locations, doors, windows, utility room location, and electrical panel placement, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/225 (Obtaining a Basement Permit).
- OptionalEgress Window Details (for basement bedrooms)Minimum 5.7 sq ft net opening, 24-inch minimum height, 20-inch minimum width, window well extending minimum 36 inches from the building; wells over 44 inches deep require a permanently affixed ladder, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/225.
- OptionalElectrical, Mechanical, Plumbing PlansCircuit layout, panel capacity, GFCI locations (bathrooms, kitchens, unfinished basement outlets), and combustion air provisions where applicable.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Per the fee schedule found in the International Residential Code, with valuation at 75% of ICC Building Valuation Data. | Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Building section, Res. R21-46 7-6-21): 'Building permit fee shall be as per fee schedule found in the International Residential Code.' |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review — 65% of the building permit fee.' |
| Single Family Dwelling Permit Application Deposit | $200.00 (non-refundable, applied toward permit cost) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees.' |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installations, alterations, and repairs in Saratoga Springs. Fees are itemized per the city's Unit Fee Schedule and are not applicable when the electrical work is issued in conjunction with a building permit. EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule does not publish a separate EV-specific fee line item or permit process. Rooftop solar PV is likewise processed as electrical work under this permit (no distinct solar fee line exists in the Consolidated Fee Schedule, confirmed by a full page-by-page PDF search 2026-07-19). NOTE: the city previously published a document titled 'Electrical Permit Application for Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic' (formerly at saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/152/Solar-Application-PDF, indexed by search engines as requiring a Fire Department sign-off letter for any Fire Code exception and Planning Department verification of zoning/PD-district/HOA compliance) — that specific URL now returns 404, is not linked from the current Building Department or Applications & Forms pages, and has no Wayback Machine snapshot, so its current status could not be independently re-verified as of 2026-07-19. Confirm directly with the Building Department (801-766-6507) whether a dedicated solar application/sign-off process is still in effect.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits, wiring, or panel installations
- Electrical service upgrades
- New residential building wiring (system fee per square foot, see fees)
- Temporary power service for construction sites
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSubmit via the CityWorks public portal (cityworks.saratogaspringscity.com/publicaccess/login).
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Panel ScheduleRequired for service upgrades and new construction.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Electrical Permit Fee | $22.00 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Building — Electrical Permit Fees, Res. R21-46 7-6-21): 'Issuance of each Electrical Permit Fee — $22.00/each.' Not applicable when the electrical permit is issued in conjunction with a building permit. |
| Supplemental Permit Fee | $6.50 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Issuance of each Supplemental Permit for which the original permit has not expired — $6.50/each.' |
| New Residential Building System Fee — 1 & 2 Family | $0.050/sq ft (excludes garages, carports, and other minor accessory buildings constructed at the same time) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'New Residential Buildings': 'One (1) and two (2) family residential building not including garages, carports, and other minor accessory buildings constructed at the same time — $.050/sq. ft.' |
| New Residential Building System Fee — Multi-Family (3+ units) | $0.045/sq ft (excludes garage/carport/non-commercial storage areas) | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'New multi-family residential buildings (apartments and condominiums) having three (3) or more living units... — $.045/sq. ft.' |
| Temporary Power Service | $22.00/each (pole-pole or pedestal); $11.00/each (temporary distribution/lighting for construction sites) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Temporary Power Service' table. |
| Plan Review Fee | 25% of the electrical permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspection Fees': 'Plan Review Fee (estimated fee may be required prior to review) — 25% of electrical permit fee.' |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $47.00/hour | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspection Fees': 'Re-Inspection — $47.00/hour.' |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspection Fees.' |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Saratoga Springs. Fees are itemized per the city's Unit Fee Schedule and are not applicable when the plumbing work is issued in conjunction with a building permit.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations (standalone on existing structure)
- Water heater installation or replacement
- Gas piping installation or modification
- Lawn sprinkler systems and backflow prevention devices
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSubmit via the CityWorks public portal.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Issuance | $22.00 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Plumbing Permits Fees, Res. R21-46 7-6-21): 'Permit Issuance — $22.00/each.' |
| Supplemental Permit Issuance | $10.00 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Supplemental Permit Issuance — $10.00/each.' |
| Plumbing Fixture or Trap (per fixture or set on one trap) | $8.75 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Fixtures and Vents': 'Plumbing fixture or trap or set of fixtures on one trap... — $8.75/each.' |
| Water Heater (including vents) | $11.00 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Water Piping and Water Heaters': 'Water heater including vents — $11.00/each.' |
| Gas Piping System (1-5 outlets) | $5.50 each; $1.00 each additional outlet over five | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Gas Piping Systems': 'Gas piping system of one to five outlets — $5.50/each; Additional outlet over five — $1.00/each.' |
| Building Sewer / Trailer Park Sewer | $33.25 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Building sewer and each trailer park sewer — $33.25/each.' |
| Lawn Sprinkler System (per meter, including backflow prevention) | $13.25 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Lawn Sprinklers, Vacuum Breakers, and Backflow Prevention Devices': '$13.25/each.' |
| Plan Review Fee | 25% of the plumbing permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review — 25% of the Plumbing Permit fee.' |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $47.00/hour | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees.' |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and modifications in Saratoga Springs. Fees are itemized per the city's Unit Fee Schedule and are not applicable when issued in conjunction with a building permit.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or boiler installation or replacement
- Air handler, evaporative cooler, or ventilation system installation
- Repair, alteration, or addition to heating/cooling appliances
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationSubmit via the CityWorks public portal.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Issuance | $22.00 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Mechanical Permit Fees, Res. R21-46 7-6-21): 'Permit issuance — $22.00/each.' |
| Supplemental Permit | $6.50 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Supplemental permit — $6.50/each.' |
| Furnace/Burner Installation (up to 100,000 Btu/h) | $13.25 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Furnaces': 'Installation or relocation of each forced air or gravity type furnace or burner including ducts and vents attached to such appliance, up to and including 100,000 Btu/h — $13.25/each.' |
| Furnace/Burner Installation (over 100,000 Btu/h) | $16.26 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Furnaces.' |
| Repair/Alteration/Addition to Heating or Cooling Appliance | $12.25 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Repairs and Additions.' |
| Evaporative Cooler (other than portable) | $9.50 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Evaporative Coolers.' |
| Air Handling Unit (up to 10,000 cfm) | $9.50 each | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Air Handlers.' |
| Plan Review Fee | 25% of the mechanical permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review (estimated fees may be required prior to review) — 25% of the Mechanical Permit fee.' |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $47.00/hour | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees.' |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement, re-roofing, and structural roof repairs in Saratoga Springs. The Consolidated Fee Schedule does not contain a distinct 'roofing' fee line item — roofing is charged as a standard valuation-based building permit per the IRC fee table, the same basis confirmed for the city's overall building permit fee.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
- Structural roof repairs or modifications
- Compliance with the adopted 2021 IRC and 2024 IBC roofing provisions (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026 for IBC)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationScope of work, square footage, and material specifications. Submit via the CityWorks public portal.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based, no distinct roofing line item) | Charged as a standard building permit per the fee schedule found in the International Residential Code, using valuation at 75% of ICC Building Valuation Data. | City of Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Building section, Res. R21-46 7-6-21) was checked directly page by page and contains no separate 'Roofing' fee line item; roofing permits are confirmed permitted and use the same valuation-based building permit fee basis documented for the city's general building permit fee. This is a grounded fee (the only one actually published), not an invented one. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review — 65% of the building permit fee.' |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial building construction in Saratoga Springs, regulated by the state-adopted 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026). Applications are submitted through the city's CityWorks public portal; professional (Utah-licensed engineer or architect) plans are required for all new commercial buildings.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial building construction
- Professional (Utah-licensed engineer or architect) plan preparation required for all new commercial buildings, per 'Obtaining a Building Permit' (saratogasprings-ut.gov/220): 'new commercial buildings... shall require plans prepared by a Utah licensed engineer or architect'
- Non-refundable $500.00 Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit
- Compliance with Planning and Zoning, Public Works, and Fire Department approvals prior to issuance
- Energy code compliance via ComCheck for commercial (per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221)
Required documents
- RequiredSite and Plot PlanMust show proposed retaining walls, all structures, north arrow, easements, sewer/water locations, and existing/proposed contours with elevations, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/223.
- RequiredFooting and Foundation PlansMinimum 20-inch width, 10-inch depth with rebar, 30 inches of frost protection, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/223.
- RequiredFloor Plans (each level)All rooms with dimensions, structural elements, openings, door/window schedules, and fire assemblies clearly marked.
- RequiredElevations and Wall Cross SectionsStud/joist/rafter sizing and spacing, insulation, ventilation, coverings.
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance Report (ComCheck)ComCheck for commercial, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221, Additional Building Permit Requirements.
- RequiredEngineering Calculations with StampsRequired for all new commercial buildings — professional Utah-licensed engineer or architect sign-off is mandatory per saratogasprings-ut.gov/220.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Building permit fee is 'per fee schedule found in the International Residential Code,' with building valuation equal to 75% of the ICC 'Building Valuation Data' published in Building Safety magazine | City of Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21), Building section — the same generic formula used for every structure type; no separate IBC-specific or commercial-only fee table is published. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21), 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Plan Review — 65% of the building permit fee.' |
| Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit | $500.00 (non-refundable, applied toward permit cost) | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit — $500.00.' |
| Site Plan Review Fee — Commercial | $5,000 for 1 building, plus $1,500 for each additional building | Consolidated Fee Schedule, Community Development section (Res. R24-53, 10-15-24): 'Site Plan Commercial — $5,000 for 1 building + $1,500 each additional bldg.' This is a separate Community Development / Planning fee, distinct from the Building Department permit fee itself. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47.00/hour (minimum 1 hour) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees': 'Re-inspection — $47.00/hour (min. charge one (1) hour).' |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'State of Utah inspector training — 1% of permit fee.' |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial tenant improvement / remodel work in Saratoga Springs. Professional (Utah-licensed engineer or architect) plans are required specifically when the remodel exceeds 3,000 square feet; the city's published materials do not state a professional-plan requirement below that threshold.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial tenant improvement or remodel scope
- Professional (Utah-licensed engineer or architect) plans required if the commercial remodel exceeds 3,000 sq ft, per 'Obtaining a Building Permit' (saratogasprings-ut.gov/220): 'commercial remodels exceeding 3000 square feet...shall require plans prepared by a Utah licensed engineer or architect'
- Non-refundable $500.00 Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit
- Energy code compliance via ComCheck for commercial
Required documents
- RequiredFloor PlansExisting and proposed layout for the tenant space, dimensions, door/window schedules.
- OptionalSite and Plot PlanRequired if the scope affects site conditions or building footprint.
- RequiredEnergy Code Compliance Report (ComCheck)ComCheck for commercial, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/221.
- OptionalEngineering Calculations with StampsRequired only if the commercial remodel exceeds 3,000 sq ft, per saratogasprings-ut.gov/220.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Building permit fee is 'per fee schedule found in the International Residential Code,' with building valuation equal to 75% of the ICC 'Building Valuation Data' | City of Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21) — same generic formula used for all structure types and scopes; no separate tenant-improvement fee line is published. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee, OR 25% of building permit fees for 'Permits not requiring complete plan review' | Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21): both lines are published separately ('Plan Review — 65% of the building permit fee' and 'Permits not requiring complete plan review — 25% of building permit fees'); the schedule does not specify which rate applies to a given tenant-improvement scope, so both are reported here rather than assuming one. |
| Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit | $500.00 (non-refundable, applied toward permit cost) | Consolidated Fee Schedule: 'Multi-Family and Commercial Permit Application Deposit — $500.00.' The schedule does not distinguish a new commercial building from a commercial tenant improvement for this deposit. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $47.00/hour (minimum 1 hour) | Consolidated Fee Schedule, 'Other Inspections and Fees.' |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Consolidated Fee Schedule. |
Sign Permit (Permanent Sign)
VerifiedPermanent signs in Saratoga Springs require a two-step process: a Planning Department sign review under Land Development Code Chapter 19.18 and § 19.11.05(4), followed by a separate Building Permit application once Planning approval is issued. Fabrication must not begin until Planning approval is received, and building permit fees increase if a sign is installed before the building permit is obtained.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Planning Department review and approval under LDC Chapter 19.18 and § 19.11.05(4) before fabrication begins
- Separate Building Permit application after Planning approval (building permit fees increase if the sign is installed prior to obtaining the permit)
- Signature of the applicant and all property owners on the Acknowledgement & Certification page
- Scaled drawings of all proposed signage showing dimensions, materials, method of illumination, hours of illumination, foot candle measurement, colors, and structural information
- Scaled site plan showing sign location(s), measurements from property lines and sidewalks (ground signs), or from an internal intersection/drive-thru (internal directional signs); signs may not be located in the clear view triangle per LDC § 19.06.11
- Scaled elevations showing sign location on any building or structure
- Sign Detail Sheet for each sign (type, area in sq ft, height, illumination type, foot candle measurement, hours of illumination if lit, lamp color)
- If illuminated: lamp color maximum 4000K; illumination allowed during business hours and up to 30 minutes after close
Required documents
- RequiredPermanent Sign Application & ChecklistApplication form with applicant-initialed checklist, submitted via the CityWorks Public Portal under the 'Sign Permits' category.
- RequiredAcknowledgement & CertificationSigned by the applicant and all property owners; uploaded with label 'Acknowledgement and Certification'.
- RequiredScaled Drawings of Proposed SignageDimensions, sizes, materials, method of illumination, hours of illumination, foot candle measurement, colors, structural information.
- RequiredScaled Site PlanSign location(s) with measurements from property lines/sidewalks (ground signs) or from internal intersections/drive-thru (internal directional signs).
- RequiredScaled ElevationsShows sign location on building or structure.
- RequiredSign Detail SheetCompleted per sign: type, area, height, illumination details.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Review Fee (Planning) | $300 for the first sign + $50 for each additional sign | Saratoga Springs Permanent Sign Application Requirements (Revised 2.3.2026): '$300 for first sign + $50 for each additional sign (Includes 2 reviews; additional reviews $150 each).' |
| Additional Review Fee (beyond the 2 included reviews) | $150 per additional review | Saratoga Springs Permanent Sign Application Requirements (Revised 2.3.2026): review fee 'Includes 2 reviews; additional reviews $150 each.' |
| Building Permit Fee (separate, after Planning approval) | Valuation-based, per the city's standard Appendix L building permit fee table — no distinct sign line item found. | The Permanent Sign Application document states: 'After you receive Planning approval, you must then apply for a building permit. Building permit fees will increase if any sign is installed prior to obtaining a building permit.' Saratoga Springs' Building Permit Fee Schedule PDF (DocumentCenter/View/156) contains only the general Appendix L total-valuation fee table, with no separate sign-specific fee line item found. |
Automatic Fire Sprinkler Permit
VerifiedSaratoga Springs Fire Department charges a distinct plan review and inspection fee for automatic fire sprinkler and suppression systems, set out in the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule under 'New Installations or New Business.' Fire sprinkler systems must comply with the city's adopted Fire Code (2024 International Fire Code) and the 2022 edition of the National Fire Protection Association Code for Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA 13), per Saratoga Springs Municipal Code § 18.01.02.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Sprinkler/suppression system design must comply with the 2022 edition of NFPA 13 (Installation of Sprinkler Systems) as adopted in Saratoga Springs Municipal Code § 18.01.02
- System must also comply with the city's adopted 2024 International Fire Code
- Plan(s) submitted for Fire Department review prior to installation
Required documents
- RequiredFire Sprinkler/Suppression System PlansPlan set for the sprinkler or suppression system, submitted for Fire Department plan review.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler — New Installation (plan review, visual inspection, and one test) | $109.00 | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated October 2024), Section 5 'New Installations or New Business,' 'Automatic Fire Sprinkler': 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection and one test for sprinkler or suppression system from 100 up to 10,000 square feet in area — $109.00.' No over-10,000-sq-ft rate is published for new installations in this section (a $0.02/sq ft over-10,000 rate is published separately for inspections of EXISTING sprinkler systems, not new installs). Re-chased 2026-07-20: re-fetched the live Consolidated Fee Schedule PDF and independently re-rendered page 22 to a 200dpi PNG — table reads exactly 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection and one test for sprinkler or suppression system from 100 up to 10,000 square feet in area — $109.00' / 'Re-inspection — $38.00,' with no additional new-installation over-10,000-sq-ft tier anywhere in the 'New Installations or New Business' section (pages 21-23) — confirmed genuinely absent, not missed. |
| Re-inspection (New Installation) | $38.00 | Same Consolidated Fee Schedule section, 'Automatic Fire Sprinkler,' Re-inspection line: $38.00. |
| Automatic Fire Suppression (Hood and Duct System) — New Installation | $109.00 | Consolidated Fee Schedule, Section 5, 'Automatic Fire Suppression (Hood and Duct System)': 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection and one test for a fire suppression system that is installed — $109.00'; re-inspection $38.00. Listed separately from sprinkler systems but same fee amount and process — noted here since kitchen hood/duct suppression is a closely related fire-suppression permit type covered by the same fee-schedule section. |
Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedSaratoga Springs Fire Department charges a distinct plan review and inspection fee for new fire alarm systems, set out in the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule under 'New Installations or New Business.' Fire alarm systems must comply with the city's adopted Fire Code (2024 International Fire Code) and the 2022 edition of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72), per Saratoga Springs Municipal Code § 18.01.02.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Fire alarm system design must comply with the 2022 edition of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72) as adopted in Saratoga Springs Municipal Code § 18.01.02
- System must also comply with the city's adopted 2024 International Fire Code
- Plan(s) submitted for Fire Department review prior to installation
Required documents
- RequiredFire Alarm System PlansPlan set for the fire alarm system, submitted for Fire Department plan review.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Alarm System — New Installation (plan review, visual inspection, and one test) | $109.00 | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (updated October 2024), Section 5 'New Installations or New Business,' 'Fire Alarm System': 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection and one test for a fire alarm system from 100 to 10,000 square feet — $109.00.' Re-chased 2026-07-20: re-fetched the live PDF and independently re-rendered page 23 to a 200dpi PNG — table reads exactly 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection and one test for a fire alarm system from 100 to 10,000 square feet — $109.00' / 'Re-inspection — $38.00.' Also independently re-rendered pages 25-26 ('Inspection of Existing Occupancies, Systems, and Permits') and confirmed the existing-system Fire Alarm System table reads 'Inspection of plan(s), one visual inspection up to 10,000 square feet — $0.00' / 'Over 10,000 square feet in area — Total square feet x $0.02 plus basic fire inspection fee,' matching this entry's tip distinguishing new-installation vs. existing-system fees. |
| Re-inspection (New Installation) | $38.00 | Same Consolidated Fee Schedule section, 'Fire Alarm System,' Re-inspection line: $38.00. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedSaratoga Springs City's Consolidated Fee Schedule has no distinct "EV Charger" or "EVSE" line item — confirmed via a full-text search of the entire document. EV charger/EVSE installation falls under the city's standard Electrical Permit process: a $22.00 Issuance of Electrical Permit Fee (not charged when the electrical permit is issued together with a building permit), plus a 25% Plan Review Fee and 1% State of Utah Inspector Training Fee. The city's separate EVSE Charging Stations page describes only its own public charging stations ($1.00/hour usage rate) and does not address private installation permitting.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property in Saratoga Springs
- Work performed per Saratoga Springs' adopted electrical code
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted to Saratoga Springs City for standalone electrical work not issued together with a building permit.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Electrical Permit Fee | $22.00 each | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (Res. R21-46, 7-6-21), Building — Electrical Permit Fees: "Issuance of each Electrical Permit Fee — $22.00/each." Not charged when the electrical permit is issued in conjunction with a building permit. No distinct EV Charger or EVSE fee category exists anywhere in the schedule (confirmed via full-text search). |
| Plan Review Fee | 25% of the electrical permit fee | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule, Other Inspection Fees. |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule, Other Inspection Fees. |
Solar PV (Rooftop Photovoltaic) Permit
VerifiedSaratoga Springs' Consolidated Fee Schedule has no distinct "solar" or "photovoltaic" line item — confirmed via a full page-by-page review of the Building, Electrical, and Mechanical fee sections. Rooftop solar PV installation is processed as standard electrical work under the city's Electrical Permit: a $22.00 Issuance of Electrical Permit Fee (not charged when issued together with a building permit), plus a 25% Plan Review Fee and 1% State of Utah Inspector Training Fee. The city previously published a document titled "Electrical Permit Application for Roof-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic" (formerly at saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/152/Solar-Application-PDF) describing an IFC 605.11 Fire Department release-letter requirement and a Planning Department sign-off verifying zoning/PD-district/HOA compliance for the system. That URL returned HTTP 404 on live re-check 2026-07-21, is not linked from the current Building Department, Applications & Forms (saratogasprings-ut.gov/209), or Permits & Forms (saratogasprings-ut.gov/265) pages, and has no accessible Wayback Machine snapshot, so whether that specific sign-off process is still in effect could not be independently re-verified as of 2026-07-21. Confirm directly with the Building Department (801-766-6507) or Community Development contact Holly Parkin (hparkin@saratogasprings-ut.gov, 801-766-6506 ext. 134) whether a dedicated solar sign-off process is still required.
Verified 2026-07-21 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a roof-mounted (or ground-mounted) residential or commercial solar photovoltaic system in Saratoga Springs
- Work performed per the city's adopted 2023 National Electrical Code and other applicable state-mandated construction codes (Utah Code § 15A-2-103)
- Historically (per the now-404 city solar application document, last indexed by search engines): a signed Fire Department release letter where International Fire Code § 605.11 rooftop-access/pathway requirements require an exception, and Planning Department verification that the system complies with zoning, Planned Development (PD) district standards, and HOA requirements — current status of this specific requirement is unconfirmed as of 2026-07-21
- Net metering / interconnection agreement filed directly with Rocky Mountain Power (the city's electric utility is not municipally owned, unlike some Utah cities), not with the city
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the CityWorks public portal (cityworks.saratogaspringscity.com/publicaccess/login) for standalone electrical work not issued together with a building permit.
- OptionalFire Department Release Letter (if applicable)Per the city's now-404 solar-specific application document (formerly saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/152), required when an exception to International Fire Code § 605.11 rooftop solar access/pathway requirements is needed. Current status unconfirmed as of 2026-07-21 — verify with the Building Department.
- OptionalPlanning Department Zoning/HOA VerificationPer the same now-404 document, verification that the proposed PV system complies with zoning, Planned Development (PD) district standards, and any applicable HOA requirements. Current status unconfirmed as of 2026-07-21 — verify with the Building Department.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Electrical Permit Fee | $22.00 each | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131, Res. R21-46, 7-6-21), Building — Electrical Permit Fees: "Issuance of each Electrical Permit Fee — $22.00/each." Not charged when the electrical permit is issued in conjunction with a building permit. No distinct Solar or Photovoltaic fee category exists anywhere in the schedule (confirmed via full page-by-page review of the Building, Electrical, and Mechanical sections, 2026-07-21). |
| Plan Review Fee | 25% of the electrical permit fee | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule, Other Inspection Fees (Electrical section). |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $47.00/hour | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule, Other Inspection Fees (Electrical section). |
| State of Utah Inspector Training Fee | 1% of permit fee | Saratoga Springs Consolidated Fee Schedule, Other Inspection Fees (Electrical section). |
Change of Use Permit
VerifiedSaratoga Springs' Planning Department requires a Change of Use Permit under Land Development Code § 19.13.06 whenever an existing structure or site converts from its current or previous use to a different or new activity that falls under a different use category in the Chapter 19.04 use tables. This is a Planning-level staff review process (with Planning Director sign-off, per § 19.13.06(4)), distinct from a Building Department 'Certificate of Occupancy' — the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule and Land Development Code contain no standalone 'Certificate of Occupancy' permit or fee line item; occupancy is instead certified as the final inspection step within the city's building permit process (see the 'Final / Certificate of Occupancy' inspection on this jurisdiction's residential and commercial building permit entries). If the new use requires physical/site changes (e.g., increased parking, exterior alterations), a separate site plan amendment is also required.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- The proposed new use must be a permitted use in the applicable zone per the Chapter 19.04 use tables — a use not listed as permitted in the zone is not eligible for a Change of Use Permit, per LDC § 19.13.06(3)(d)
- Signage and parking for the new use must comply with all standards in place at the time of conversion, per LDC § 19.13.06(3)(b)
- If the existing use is a legal nonconforming use, a new use with the same or lower parking requirement may convert without additional conditions; a new use with a higher parking requirement must meet the increased parking standard, per LDC § 19.13.06(3)(b)(i)
- Increased parking requirements or external changes to the site or structure required by the new use trigger a separate site plan amendment, per LDC § 19.13.06(3)(c)
- Application and all required documents submitted via the CityWorks Public Portal (cityworks.saratogasprings-ut.gov/publicaccess), Planning category
Required documents
- RequiredChange of Use Application & ChecklistThis application form with the included Planning Checklist Items section initialed by the applicant, uploaded under the label 'Application Checklist(s).'
- RequiredAcknowledgement & CertificationSigned by the applicant and all property owners (available at saratogasprings-ut.gov/certification); uploaded under the label 'Acknowledgement and Certification.' Multiple signed copies may be uploaded.
- OptionalParking Requirement DocumentationIf the Land Use Code requires additional parking for the new use, documentation showing how the parking requirement will be met, per the Change of Use Planning Checklist Items.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Use Permit Review Fee | $250.00 (includes 2 staff reviews) | Saratoga Springs 'Change of Use Application Requirements' document (Revised 2.3.2026): 'REVIEW FEES: $250 ... (Includes 2 reviews; additional reviews $100 each).' Independently cross-verified in the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule (saratogasprings-ut.gov/DocumentCenter/View/131), Community Development / Calculated Fees section, page 17: 'Change of Use Permit — $250, Staff Reviews – 2, [additional] $100.' |
| Additional Review Fee (beyond the 2 included staff reviews) | $100 per additional review | Change of Use Application Requirements (Revised 2.3.2026) and Consolidated Fee Schedule, Community Development / Calculated Fees section, both list $100 per additional staff review beyond the 2 included in the base $250 fee. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-04.
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