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Spanish Fork building permits
VerifiedSpanish Fork, Utah — as published 2026-07-16.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Utah Amendments — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026 (confirmed by direct fetch of the live statute 2026-07-16). Supersedes the 2021 IBC, which governed through 6/30/2026. NOTE (2026-07-16 city-page lag): Spanish Fork's own Design Criteria page (spanishfork.gov/departments/community_development/building/design_criteria.php), live-checked via browser 2026-07-16, still lists 'IBC 2021 Int'l Bldg Code w/UT Amendments' verbatim — the city's page has NOT been updated to reflect the 7/1/2026 statewide flip. The statute controls regardless of the city page's lag.2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b); UNCHANGED by the 7/1/2026 code cycle. Matches Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page (live-checked 2026-07-16: 'IRC 2021 Int'l Residential Code').Appendix AQ of the 2021 International Residential Code — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(c) (confirmed by direct fetch of the live statute 2026-07-16; not independently listed on Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page).2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026 (confirmed by direct statute fetch 2026-07-16). Supersedes the 2021 IPC, which governed through 6/30/2026. NOTE (2026-07-16 city-page lag): Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page still lists 'IPC 2021 Plumbing' — the statute controls.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026 (confirmed by direct statute fetch 2026-07-16). Supersedes the 2021 IMC, which governed through 6/30/2026. NOTE (2026-07-16 city-page lag): Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page still lists 'IMC 2021 Mechanical' — the statute controls.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026 (confirmed by direct statute fetch 2026-07-16). Supersedes the 2021 IFGC, which governed through 6/30/2026. NOTE (2026-07-16 city-page lag): Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page still lists 'IFGC 2021 Fuel Gas Code' — the statute controls.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); UNCHANGED by the 7/1/2026 code cycle. Matches Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page (live-checked 2026-07-16: 'NEC 2023 Commercial Electrical').2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); CURRENT as of 7/1/2026 (confirmed by direct statute fetch 2026-07-16). ONE statewide edition — no residential/commercial split. Supersedes the 2021 IECC, which governed through 6/30/2026. NOTE (2026-07-16 city-page lag): Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page still lists 'IECC 2021 Energy' — the statute controls.2021 International Fire Code (IFC) — local citation only, per Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page (live-checked 2026-07-16: 'IFC 2021 National Fire'). CORRECTION (2026-07-16): a prior version of this file cited Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(c) for this entry — that is WRONG; §15A-2-103 does NOT adopt the IFC at all (its statute text has no IFC subsection; subsection (c) actually adopts Appendix AQ of the 2021 IRC, listed separately above). The IFC edition is left unchanged here since §15A-2-103 provides no statewide IFC edition to supersede it.ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009 (ADA/Accessibility) — Spanish Fork Design Criteria page (live-checked 2026-07-16, unchanged).NOTE (2026-07-16 corpus-staleness fix): This file previously stated the 2021 editions of IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC/IECC as current with only a forward-looking mention of the 7/1/2026 flip; that effective date has now passed. A live browser fetch of Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page on 2026-07-16 confirms the city itself has NOT updated its page — it still displays 2021 for IBC/IECC/IFC/IMC/IPC/IFGC verbatim (NEC correctly remains 2023). Because Utah is a statewide-mandatory-code state under Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (per Utah Code § 15A-1-204, binding the state and every political subdivision), the statute controls regardless of the city page's lag, so the entries above state the 2024 editions as current for IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC/IECC. IRC (2021) and NEC (2023) are correctly unchanged on both the statute and the (otherwise stale) city page.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, structural alterations, and most residential projects in Spanish Fork. Applies to detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories, and their accessory structures.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family or two-family dwelling construction
- Additions (bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms, garage conversions)
- Structural alterations including load-bearing wall removal and framing modifications
- Covered decks, garages, fireplaces
- Renovations: garage conversions, kitchen expansion
- Any project involving electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding PlansComplete construction drawings including floor plans, elevations, sections, and structural details. Submit via CitizenServe online portal.
- RequiredSite PlanProperty survey showing structure footprint, setbacks from property lines, and geotechnical report for footing inspections.
- RequiredEnergy Compliance (REScheck or equivalent)Documentation demonstrating compliance with the 2024 IECC, current statewide as of 07/01/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h) (the 2021 IECC governed through 06/30/2026; note Spanish Fork's own Design Criteria page had not been updated to reflect this as of 2026-07-16). Required for new construction and additions affecting the thermal envelope.
- OptionalEngineered Truss PlansSealed truss layouts from truss manufacturer for new construction using manufactured trusses.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit | As set by 2021 IRC Appendix AL valuation table — assessed on project valuation per Spanish Fork's published building permit fee schedule | Grounded: Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026), verbatim: 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC.' This is a valuation-based fee with the governing table (2021 IRC Appendix AL) explicitly cited by the city's own published fee schedule, satisfying the valuation-based-fee verification rule. The underlying Appendix AL table itself is hosted at codes.iccsafe.org (subscription-gated) — contact Spanish Fork Building Dept at (801) 804-4540 for a project-specific dollar estimate. |
| Partial Building Permit (Residential) | $90 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Plan Check — Residential (per plan) | $499 per plan; $129 per hour beyond 3 hours | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Duplicate Plan Check — Residential (per plan) | $238 per plan | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). A separate $93 'not-ready' fee applies if the inspector arrives and work is not ready for inspection (per inspections page). |
| Temporary Certificate | $120 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Construction Deposit (Single-Family) | $1,500 per building permit | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026. Guarantees completion of permit conditions, site plan improvements, repair of city facility damage, and fee payment. Refunded once all permit conditions are met. |
| Construction Deposit (Multi-Family) | $500 per building permit unit | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| State Surcharge | 1% of permit fee | Utah state surcharge applied to all building permits. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Spanish Fork including new circuits, panel upgrades, service changes, and new construction wiring. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as confirmed on Spanish Fork's Design Criteria page. EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the city's permits and fees pages do not publish a separate EV-specific line item or process.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits or wiring installations
- Electrical panel upgrades or service entrance changes
- Adding or relocating outlets, switches, or fixtures
- Generator or solar panel electrical connections
- Electric service changes (listed as permit-required on Spanish Fork permits page)
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramRequired for service upgrades and new construction — panel schedule and circuit layout.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by a homeowner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat electrical sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.16.010 adopts the National Electrical Code as the city's electrical code under Title 14 Buildings and Construction, and § 14.04.020 establishes that ALL building-related fees (plan check, permit) are set by City Council resolution/annual budget — i.e., the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list. Spanish Fork's fees.php publishes only one building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate electrical trade-permit rate, meaning electrical permits are issued under that same valuation-based fee. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.020, § 14.16.010; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Spanish Fork including water heaters, fixture additions, and gas line work. Governed by the 2024 IPC, current statewide as of 07/01/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d) (the 2021 IPC governed through 06/30/2026).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers)
- Water heater installation or replacement (including like-for-like swaps)
- Water and sewer lateral repairs (listed in Spanish Fork permits FAQ)
- Gas line installation or modification
- Backflow prevention device installation
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- OptionalPlumbing PlanRequired for larger projects — isometric or plan showing fixture locations, pipe sizes, and drainage.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by a homeowner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat plumbing sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.12.010 adopts the plumbing code under Title 14 Buildings and Construction, and § 14.04.020 establishes that ALL building-related fees are set by City Council resolution/annual budget — the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list, which publishes only one building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate plumbing trade-permit rate. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.020, § 14.12.010; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and modifications in Spanish Fork. The city's FAQ explicitly lists 'furnace & water heater change outs/new installation' and 'air conditioners' as permit-required. Governed by the 2024 IMC, current statewide as of 07/01/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e) (the 2021 IMC governed through 06/30/2026).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or boiler installation or replacement (including like-for-like)
- Air conditioning system installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or major modification
- Evaporative cooler installation
- Fireplace installation
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity. Select mechanical permit type.
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, or heat pump.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah HVAC/mechanical contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by the homeowner.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat mechanical sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.24.010 adopts the mechanical code under Title 14 Buildings and Construction, and § 14.04.020 establishes that ALL building-related fees are set by City Council resolution/annual budget — the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list, which publishes only one building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate mechanical trade-permit rate. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.020, § 14.24.010; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement and re-roofing in Spanish Fork under the 2021 IRC. Covered under the general building permit fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
- Structural roof repairs or modifications
- Changes to roofing material type
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit | Valuation-based per 2021 IRC Appendix AL — assessed on project valuation per Spanish Fork's building permit fee schedule | Grounded: Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026), publishes 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC' as the valuation-based fee table governing all building permits, including re-roofs. This IS a grounded/cited fee per the valuation-based-fee rule (no separate flat roofing figure is published or needed). |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Spanish Fork. Solar is explicitly listed as a permit type in CitizenServe. IMPORTANT: Spanish Fork operates its own municipal Power & Light electric utility — solar interconnection goes through Spanish Fork City, NOT Rocky Mountain Power.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop solar panel installation
- Ground-mounted solar array installation
- Battery storage system installation
- Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit Application (CitizenServe)Spanish Fork has a specific solar permit application type in CitizenServe. Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- RequiredSolar Site Plan / Roof PlanShowing panel placement, setbacks, and fire department access pathways on the roof.
- 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.
- RequiredInterconnection Agreement (Spanish Fork City Power & Light)Spanish Fork operates its own municipal electric utility. Interconnection approval goes through Spanish Fork City Finance/Utilities, NOT Rocky Mountain Power. Contact (801) 804-4500.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat solar sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: solar PV installation is an electrical permit under Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.16.010 (NEC adopted) and § 14.04.020 (all building-related fees set by City Council/annual budget) — the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list, publishing only the single building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate solar trade-permit rate. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.020, § 14.16.010; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for deck construction in Spanish Fork. The city's permits page lists 'covered decks, decks over 30 inches above grade' as permit-required. Spanish Fork has a specific deck permit application type in CitizenServe.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Covered decks
- Decks more than 30 inches above grade
- Attached decks (ledger board connection to house)
- Structural modifications to existing decks
Required documents
- RequiredDeck Permit Application (CitizenServe)Spanish Fork has a specific deck permit type in CitizenServe. Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- RequiredDeck PlansFraming plan with beam/joist sizes, post locations, footing details, and ledger attachment method.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location with setbacks from property lines.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Permit | Valuation-based per 2021 IRC Appendix AL — assessed on project valuation per Spanish Fork's building permit fee schedule | Grounded: Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026), publishes 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC' as the valuation-based fee table governing all building permits, including decks. This IS a grounded/cited fee per the valuation-based-fee rule. |
| Plan Check — Residential | $499 per plan; $129 per hour beyond 3 hours | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Spanish Fork. Spanish Fork has a specific 'Basements' permit application in CitizenServe. The building FAQ states verbatim: 'There is no fee for a basement permit.'
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
Requirements
- Framing walls in an unfinished basement
- Adding a bedroom (requires egress window per 2021 IRC)
- Adding a bathroom (requires plumbing permit)
- Electrical wiring for new rooms
- Basement entrance modifications (structural engineering required for new foundation openings)
Required documents
- RequiredBasement Permit Application (CitizenServe)Spanish Fork has a specific basement permit type in CitizenServe. Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress window locations, and door locations.
- OptionalBasement Entrance Plans (if applicable)For new or widened basement entrances: show foundation remaining above door, footing/foundation detail with engineering, stair details (rise/run), handrail/guardrail detail, storm drain management, and landings at top and bottom. Engineering required for new or widened foundation openings; NOT required for existing window openings.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basement Permit | No fee | Spanish Fork Building Department FAQ, verbatim: 'What does a basement permit cost and how do I apply? There is no fee for a basement permit.' Source: spanishfork.gov/departments/community_development/building/index.php, retrieved 2026-06-30. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an accessory dwelling unit in Spanish Fork. Grounded on the city's dedicated ADU page (Community Development/Planning): owner-occupancy required, one ADU per single-family dwelling, minimum 6,000 sq ft lot, permitted in all residential zones except A-E/R-4/R-5/R-O, no separate electric meter or impact fee required, and annual $60 registration required via CitizenServe. CitizenServe has an ADU permit type.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New ADU construction (attached or detached)
- Conversion of existing space to an ADU
- Owner occupancy of the primary dwelling required
- Only one ADU per single-family dwelling
- Minimum lot size 6,000 square feet
- Permitted in all residential zones except A-E, R-4, R-5, and R-O
- Off-street parking: minimum 4 spaces for external ADUs, 3 spaces for internal ADUs
- Annual registration with Community Development ($60 fee) required after construction
- Full requirements: Spanish Fork Municipal Code Title 15 § 15.3.24.090(E)
Required documents
- RequiredADU Permit Application (CitizenServe)Apply via CitizenServe at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity. Spanish Fork has an ADU-specific permit type.
- RequiredConstruction PlansFloor plan, elevations, sections, and structural details.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing ADU placement, setbacks, parking, and access.
- RequiredEnergy ComplianceREScheck or equivalent per the 2024 IECC, current statewide as of 07/01/2026 per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h) (the 2021 IECC governed through 06/30/2026).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU Building Permit | Valuation-based per 2021 IRC Appendix AL — assessed on project valuation per Spanish Fork's building permit fee schedule | Grounded: Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC.' ADUs follow the standard building permit valuation table (new construction). |
| ADU Annual Registration | $60 per year | Grounded: Spanish Fork Accessory Dwelling Units page (Community Development/Planning), verbatim: 'ADUs in Spanish Fork must be registered annually. Visit CitizenServe to submit an application. The annual registration fee is $60.' Impact fees are explicitly NOT required for ADUs per the same page's requirements table. |
| Plan Check — Residential | $499 per plan; $129 per hour beyond 3 hours | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for fence installation in Spanish Fork. Fences are explicitly listed as permit-required on the city's permits page. Spanish Fork has a specific fence permit application in CitizenServe. Fence regulations are in Municipal Code § 15.4.16.150.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Any new fence construction
- Replacement of existing fence (confirm with building department whether like-for-like replacement requires a permit)
- Fences in any residential zone
Required documents
- RequiredFence Permit Application (CitizenServe)Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity. Select the fence permit type.
- RequiredSite PlanShowing fence location relative to property lines and easements.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Permit | No fee, unless the fence permit is required under the Building Code (in which case the standard valuation-based Building Permit fee applies) | Grounded, verbatim from Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 15.4.16.150 Fencing and Clear Vision Area: 'A Building Permit is required for all fences that are taller than three (3) feet. No fee is charged for Fence Permits unless the Permit is required by the Building Code.' Cited: spanishfork.municipalcodeonline.com § 15.4.16.150, retrieved 2026-07-01 (current through Ord. 02-2026, 4/7/2026). |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Water Heater Permit
VerifiedRequired for water heater installation, replacement, or conversion in Spanish Fork. The city's FAQ explicitly lists 'water heater change outs/new installation' as permit-required.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Water heater replacement (including like-for-like swaps)
- New water heater installation
- Conversion from tank to tankless water heater
- Gas line modification for water heater
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat water heater sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: water heater change-outs are plumbing-permit work under Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.12.010 (plumbing code adopted), and § 14.04.020 establishes that ALL building-related fees are set by City Council/annual budget — the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list, publishing only the single building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate water heater trade-permit rate. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.020, § 14.12.010; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Swimming Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for pool installation in Spanish Fork. The city's permits page explicitly lists 'pools over 24 inches deep' as permit-required. Spanish Fork has a specific swimming pool permit application in CitizenServe.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Above-ground pools with a depth over 24 inches
- In-ground swimming pool construction
- Hot tubs and spas over applicable size thresholds
- Pool barrier/fence installation (required for all pools)
Required documents
- RequiredSwimming Pool Permit Application (CitizenServe)Spanish Fork has a specific swimming pool permit type in CitizenServe. Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- RequiredSite PlanPool location with setbacks, equipment pad, and barrier/fence layout.
- RequiredBarrier PlanPool fence/barrier details meeting 2021 IRC Chapter 31 requirements.
- RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details per 2023 NEC Article 680.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pool Permit | Valuation-based per 2021 IRC Appendix AL — assessed on project valuation per Spanish Fork's building permit fee schedule | Grounded: Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026), publishes 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC' as the valuation-based fee table governing all building permits, including pools over 24 inches deep. This IS a grounded/cited fee per the valuation-based-fee rule. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for partial or complete demolition of structures in Spanish Fork, including utility disconnection coordination and required asbestos surveys for older structures.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Complete demolition of any structure
- Partial demolition involving structural elements
- Removal of load-bearing walls
- Demolition of structures with potential asbestos or lead paint (pre-1980 construction)
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (CitizenServe)Apply at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity. Include scope of demolition and disposal plan.
- OptionalAsbestos SurveyFederal NESHAP asbestos inspection required for structures built before approximately 1980.
- RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected prior to demolition.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat demolition sub-permit rate is published) | Grounded: Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.04.010 adopts the State Construction and Fire Code (Utah Code Title 15A, i.e. IBC/IRC) governing 'construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair... removal and demolition' of buildings (per the IBC's own definition of 'building permit' scope, echoed in § 14.04.040's violation clause covering demolition without a permit). § 14.04.020 establishes all such fees are set by City Council/annual budget — the FY2026 fees.php schedule IS the authoritative fee list, publishing only the single building-permit valuation line ('Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC') with no separate demolition trade-permit rate. Cited: Title 14 PDF (cms.spanishfork.org) § 14.04.010, § 14.04.020, § 14.04.040; fees.php FY2026. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in Spanish Fork, regulated by the adopted 2024 IBC. Spanish Fork's own FY2026 Building Fees page publishes a distinct Non-Residential Plan Check fee, separate from the residential figure, plus a Partial Building Permit (Commercial) fee for phased submittals. Commercial is defined by the city as every building 'excluding buildings covered in the Residential section.' Apply through the CitizenServe online portal.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New construction of every building or structure excluding buildings covered in the Residential section, per Spanish Fork's own project definition
- Application submitted via CitizenServe at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity
- Construction plans meeting the Submittal Requirements published on the CitizenServe portal
- Non-residential plan check fee due at submission
- Construction regulated by the adopted 2024 IBC per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a) (Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.04.010 adopts the State Construction Code by reference)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CitizenServe)Apply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity; submittal requirements are listed on the CitizenServe Submittal Requirements page for this permit type.
- RequiredConstruction PlansFull construction plan set per the CitizenServe Submittal Requirements page for commercial building permits.
- RequiredSite PlanSite layout showing the proposed commercial structure and property boundaries.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Residential Plan Check (per plan) | $1,634.00 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026): 'Non-residential per plan — $1,634.' Distinct from the Residential Plan Check fee ($499 per plan). |
| Non-Residential Plan Check Hourly (over 3 hours) | $306.00/hr | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Non-residential hourly (over 3 hours) — $306.' |
| Partial Building Permit — Commercial | $360.00 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Partial Building Permit (Residential/Commercial) — $90/$360' — the $360 figure applies to the Commercial side of this line item, used for phased permits (e.g. foundation-only) issued ahead of full plan approval. |
| Building Permit (base, valuation-based) | As set by the adopted construction code's valuation methodology (no separate commercial dollar figure is broken out on the fees page beyond the plan-check and partial-permit lines above) | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Building Permit — As set by 2021 IRC.' Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.04.010 adopts the State Construction Code (Utah Code Title 15A, i.e. IBC/IRC) governing 'construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair... of every building,' commercial included; § 14.04.020 sets all such fees by City Council/annual budget, and the FY2026 fees.php schedule is the authoritative fee list, which does not publish a distinct commercial valuation table beyond the Non-Residential Plan Check and Partial Building Permit lines above. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132.00 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026. |
| Temporary Certificate | $120.00 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026. |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for interior tenant-improvement or finish work within an existing commercial building in Spanish Fork. The city's FY2026 Building Fees page does not publish a fee line specific to tenant improvement — the same Non-Residential Plan Check ($1,634 per plan) and Partial Building Permit (Commercial, $360) fees govern, since tenant improvement falls within Spanish Fork's own definition of a non-residential/commercial project. Apply through the CitizenServe online portal.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Interior construction within an existing commercial building to finish or remodel a tenant space, falling under Spanish Fork's non-residential project definition
- Application submitted via CitizenServe at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity
- Construction plans meeting the Submittal Requirements published on the CitizenServe portal for this permit type
- Non-residential plan check fee due at submission
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CitizenServe)Apply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity; submittal requirements are listed on the CitizenServe Submittal Requirements page.
- RequiredConstruction PlansInterior tenant-finish plan set (architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing as applicable) per the CitizenServe Submittal Requirements page.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Residential Plan Check (per plan) | $1,634.00 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Non-residential per plan — $1,634.' No fee line specific to tenant improvement is published — the same non-residential plan-check fee applies, since Spanish Fork does not itemize tenant improvement separately from other non-residential work. |
| Non-Residential Plan Check Hourly (over 3 hours) | $306.00/hr | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Non-residential hourly (over 3 hours) — $306.' |
| Partial Building Permit — Commercial | $360.00 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026: 'Partial Building Permit (Residential/Commercial) — $90/$360.' |
| Building Re-inspection | $132.00 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026. |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for signs in Spanish Fork City. Spanish Fork's own Building Permits & Inspections page lists 'Signs' among the categories of work requiring a building permit, alongside modifications to framing and fences. Substantive sign standards (including billboards) are codified at Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 5.36.010 et seq., cross-referenced throughout Title 15 (Land Use/Zoning). No distinct dollar sign-permit fee was found on the city's official Building Fees page — it lists Partial Building Permit, Plan Check, Re-inspection, Temporary Certificate, and Construction Deposit fees, but no sign-specific line item.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- A building permit is required for signs — Spanish Fork's own Building Permits & Inspections page lists 'Signs' among work requiring a permit
- Signs must comply with Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 5.36.010 et seq. (sign standards), cross-referenced throughout the Title 15 zoning code for each zoning district
- Billboards are separately addressed under Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 5.36.070
- Nonconforming signs are subject to removal under the sign code
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmitted via Spanish Fork's CitizenServe online portal (installationID 134) or in person at 40 S Main St, Room 120.
- RequiredBuilding Plans to ScaleDesigned to current IBC criteria, per Spanish Fork's general building-permit submittal checklist.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Fee | Not published — no distinct sign-permit line item was found on Spanish Fork's official Building Fees page (fees.php). | Spanish Fork's Building Fees page (fees.php) lists a 2021 IRC Partial Building Permit ($90 residential/$360 commercial), Plan Check fees (Residential $499/plan, Non-residential $1,634/plan), Building Re-inspection ($132 flat fee per trip), Temporary Certificate ($120), and Construction Deposits ($1,500 single-family/$500 per unit multi-family) — but no line item specific to sign permits. Contact the Building Department at (801) 804-4540 for the exact sign permit fee, which is likely assessed under the same valuation-based mechanism as other building permits. |
Fire Sprinkler (Automatic Fire Protection) System Plan Review
VerifiedSpanish Fork Fire & EMS Department charges its own in-house plan review fee for automatic fire sprinkler protection systems, tiered by sprinkler head count, published in the city's annual Budget document under Fire & EMS Department Fees. At the Fire Chief's discretion, plans may instead be sent to an independent third-party fire protection engineering consultant, which incurs additional administrative and review costs that must be paid before any inspection or occupancy is allowed. The same Budget document separately publishes a $26 Fire Riser Inspection fee for inspections submitted to a 3rd party — the fire riser being the sprinkler system's control valve assembly.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- In-house automatic fire protection system plan review fee is tiered by sprinkler head count, per Spanish Fork City's FY 2027 Original Budget (June 2026), Fire & EMS Department Fees, page 94
- At the discretion of the Fire Chief or designee, plans may be sent to an independent 3rd-party fire protection engineering consultant instead of in-house review, which carries additional expenses that must be paid before inspections occur or occupancy is allowed
Required documents
- RequiredAutomatic Fire Protection System PlansSubmit to Spanish Fork Fire & EMS Department (Fire Marshal) for in-house plan review, tiered by sprinkler head count.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In House Plan Review — Automatic Fire Protection System, <100 Heads | $102 | Spanish Fork City FY 2027 Original Budget (June 2026), Fire & EMS Department Fees, page 94 — figure unchanged from the FY2026 Budget's $100 base was updated to $102 and marked 'SAME' for FY2027. Fetched directly 2026-07-20 (spanishfork.gov/docs/Finance/Budgets/FY_2027_Budget.pdf). Re-confirmed 2026-07-20 by independently re-fetching the live PDF and re-rendering page 95 to a 200dpi PNG: 'In House Plan Reviews (Automatic Fire Protection System) — <100 Heads — $102' / '101-199 Heads — $127' / '200-299 Heads — $153' / '>300 Heads - base fee plus $0.50 per head — $178,' all marked 'SAME' for FY2027. |
| In House Plan Review — Automatic Fire Protection System, 101-199 Heads | $127 | Same source as above. |
| In House Plan Review — Automatic Fire Protection System, 200-299 Heads | $153 | Same source as above. |
| In House Plan Review — Automatic Fire Protection System, >300 Heads | $178 base fee plus $0.50 per head | Same source as above. |
| Fire Riser Inspection — submitted to 3rd party | $26 | Spanish Fork City FY 2027 Original Budget (June 2026), Fire & EMS Department Fees, page 96, 'Fire Inspections/Enforcement' section: 'Fire Riser Inspection - submitted to 3rd party — $26,' marked 'SAME' for FY2027 (unchanged from the prior budget year). Independently re-fetched and re-rendered to a 200dpi PNG 2026-07-20. The fire riser is the control valve assembly for a sprinkler system, so this inspection fee applies specifically to fire sprinkler installations — distinct from the parallel $26 'Fire Alarm Panel Inspection' and $26 'Hood Inspection/Cleaning' fees on the same page, which apply to alarm and kitchen-hood systems respectively. |
Fire Alarm System Plan Review
VerifiedSpanish Fork Fire & EMS Department charges its own in-house plan review fee for fire alarm systems, published in the city's annual Budget document under Fire & EMS Department Fees, separate from the automatic fire sprinkler protection system fee. Fees differ for a new system versus a remodel or the addition of floors to an existing system. This plan review fee is the complete published charge for fire alarm system permitting in Spanish Fork — no separate, distinctly labeled 'permit' fee line item exists anywhere in the city's fee structure.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- In-house fire alarm system plan review fee applies to new systems, remodels, and additional floors added to an existing system, per Spanish Fork City's FY 2027 Original Budget (June 2026), Fire & EMS Department Fees, page 94
- At the discretion of the Fire Chief or designee, plans may be sent to an independent 3rd-party fire protection engineering consultant instead of in-house review, which carries additional expenses that must be paid before inspections occur or occupancy is allowed
Required documents
- RequiredFire Alarm System PlansSubmit to Spanish Fork Fire & EMS Department (Fire Marshal) for in-house plan review.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Alarm Systems — New System (in-house plan review) | $102 | Spanish Fork City FY 2027 Original Budget (June 2026), Fire & EMS Department Fees, page 94. Fetched directly 2026-07-20 (spanishfork.gov/docs/Finance/Budgets/FY_2027_Budget.pdf). |
| Fire Alarm Systems — Remodel (in-house plan review) | $61 | Same source as above. |
| Fire Alarm Systems — Additional Floors (in-house plan review) | $61 | Same source as above. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedSpanish Fork does not publish a distinct EV-charger/EVSE fee category. Installing electric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) is electrical work and falls under the city's general Electrical Permit, which is itself billed at the same valuation-based Building Permit fee (no separate electrical trade-permit rate exists). This is confirmed directly by Spanish Fork's own electrical-permit entry, which explicitly states EV charger/EVSE installation falls under the general Electrical Permit and that the city's permits and fees pages publish no EV-specific line item or process.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property
- New dedicated electrical circuit and/or panel capacity to serve the charger
- Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by Spanish Fork
Required documents
- RequiredPermit Application via CitizenServeApply online at citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity.
- OptionalElectrical Plan / Single-Line DiagramPanel schedule and circuit layout showing the EVSE circuit, required for service upgrades.
- OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) for work not performed by a homeowner on their own primary residence.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit (billed as Building Permit) | As set by 2021 IRC/IBC valuation table (same general Building Permit fee — no separate flat electrical sub-permit rate is published) | Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.16.010 adopts the National Electrical Code; § 14.04.020 sets building-related fees by City Council resolution/annual budget. Spanish Fork's fees.php publishes only one building-permit valuation line, with no separate electrical or EV-charger trade-permit rate — EV charger/EVSE work is billed under this same valuation-based fee. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025-06/30/2026). |
Certificate of Occupancy
VerifiedRequired before any new or altered building may be legally used or occupied in Spanish Fork. Governed by Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.04.030, which sets the conditions for issuance and for a discretionary temporary certificate of occupancy. Spanish Fork does not publish a distinct 'change of use' permit application separate from the underlying building permit; a change in a building's occupancy classification (e.g., converting a warehouse to retail or office space) is processed through the standard Commercial Building Permit or Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit under the adopted 2024 IBC.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Completion and passing of the Final inspection on the underlying building permit before use or occupancy, per Spanish Fork's Inspections page
- Roadbase, curb, gutter, and graveled driveways related to the premises installed by the contractor or developer and approved by the City — a certificate of occupancy cannot be granted until this is met, per Spanish Fork Municipal Code § 14.04.030(B)
- All terms and conditions of the building permit satisfied so that the construction cash deposit (where one was collected) can be refunded upon certificate of occupancy issuance, per § 14.04.030(C)
- Compliance with all applicable land use, zoning, and building code provisions before the Building Official will grant a certificate of occupancy
- For a change in occupancy classification within an existing building rather than new construction: apply through the standard Commercial Building Permit or Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit process, since Spanish Fork has no separate 'change of use' or 'change of occupancy' permit application — occupancy-classification changes are governed by the adopted 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a))
Required documents
- RequiredUnderlying Building Permit Application (CitizenServe)A certificate of occupancy is issued as the concluding step of a building permit already applied for via CitizenServe (citizenserve.com/spanishforkcity) — there is no standalone certificate-of-occupancy application type distinct from the building permit it closes out.
- RequiredFinal Inspection ApprovalPassing result of the Final inspection — 'inspection of the completed building or structure prior to use or occupancy' per Spanish Fork's Inspections page.
- RequiredSite Improvement Verification (roadbase, curb, gutter, graveled driveways)City confirmation that roadbase, curb, gutter, and graveled driveways related to the premises have been installed and approved, per § 14.04.030(B).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Occupancy (final) | No separate fee published | Grounded: neither Spanish Fork's Building Fees page (fees.php) nor Municipal Code § 14.04.030 publishes a distinct dollar fee for issuance of a final (non-temporary) certificate of occupancy — it is issued as the concluding step of the building permit already paid for, once the Final inspection passes and § 14.04.030(B)'s site-improvement conditions are met. Checked fees.php directly 2026-07-22: only a 'Temporary Certificate — $120' line item and construction-deposit lines appear; no separate final-CO fee line exists. |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy | $120 | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026), listed as 'Temporary Certificate — $120.' Fee authority grounded in Municipal Code § 14.04.030(D): 'The city council, in the annual budget, may establish a reasonable fee to be charged for the issuance of a temporary certificate of occupancy.' Available at the Building Official's discretion when no life-threatening hazards exist and only minor final-checklist items remain. |
| Building Re-inspection | $132 flat fee per trip | Spanish Fork Building Fees page, FY2026 (effective 07/01/2025–06/30/2026). Applies if the Final inspection gating certificate-of-occupancy issuance fails and must be rescheduled. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
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