This is PermitBase’s published record for Springville as of 2026-07-19. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Springville building permits
VerifiedSpringville, Utah — as published 2026-07-19.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC. Springville requires pre-approval from Planning & Zoning and Storm Water departments (via My City Inspector) before the Building Division will receive and review the project — a 2018 Utah legislative change Springville implemented as a pre-review gate.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family residential construction
- Additions or structural alterations to existing residential structures
- Building designed to the 2021 IRC (International Residential Code) per Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist (July 2023)
- Planning & Zoning and Storm Water pre-approval through My City Inspector required before Building Division review begins
- Payment of required fees before application and plans are reviewed
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted and signed building permit application, submitted via My City Inspector (springville.mycityinspector.com).
- RequiredPlat or Site PlanShows irrigation ditches, utility locations as built, water meter and pressurized-irrigation (PI) location (cannot be in the driveway), contours for sloping lots, and retention if any.
- RequiredFooting and Foundation Plan, Floor Plans, Elevations, Wall Cross SectionElevations must show cross sections with overall height from natural grade; finish and natural/existing grade in relation to curb height, finish floor height, retaining walls, flood plains, and fault lines (if applicable).
- RequiredPlumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical PlansPlumbing and mechanical layouts, electrical plans, diagram of gas line (size, length, BTU of appliances).
- RequiredEnergy Analysis / Envelope DescriptionFor energy code compliance, per Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist.
- RequiredManual D, J, and S ComplianceStatic pressure design and HVAC specifications.
- RequiredSoils Geotechnical ReportIndicating allowable bearing pressure, water table depth, and foundation drainage requirements. Slope stabilization required for sloping lots and retaining walls.
- OptionalEngineering (if required)Wet-stamped calculations; truss manufacturer's detail sheet if applicable; retaining wall construction endorsement from a structural engineer if used.
- OptionalOwner/Builder CertificationSigned and notarized, if the owner (not a licensed contractor) is performing the work.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Check Fee | Due in FULL at time of permit submission — contact office staff for the exact amount; no fixed published dollar figure. | Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'Plan check fee is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Show full citationHideSpringville Residential Building Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'Plan check fee is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Contact office staff for amount.' Confirmed independently in Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (springvilleutah.gov, Exhibit B, Building Fees section, line 409): 'Plan Check Fee — Assessed by Plans Examiner (Resolution No. 97-13).' No valuation-based formula or flat rate is published; Springville's own official fee schedule states the fee is individually assessed rather than table-driven, unlike Provo's published 1997 UBC chart. |
| Plan Review Deposit (Single Family Dwelling) | Typically $800–$1,100, depending on building size; provided within 2 business days of application submission once square-footage calculations are available in the plan set. | Springville Building FAQ (springvilleutah.gov/community-development, Building-FAQ-2.pdf): 'What is the plan review deposit amount? It depends on the size of the building. Show full citationHideSpringville Building FAQ (springvilleutah.gov/community-development, Building-FAQ-2.pdf): 'What is the plan review deposit amount? It depends on the size of the building. For a Single Family Dwelling it typically is between $800 - $1100. The plan review deposit amount will be provided within 2 business day[s] of submitting the application where square foot calculations are available in the plan set.' |
| Building Permit Fee | Assessed by Plans Examiner — no fixed valuation table published. | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (springvilleutah.gov, Exhibit B, Building Fees, line 410): 'Building Permit Fee — Assessed by Plans Examiner (Resolution No. Show full citationHideSpringville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (springvilleutah.gov, Exhibit B, Building Fees, line 410): 'Building Permit Fee — Assessed by Plans Examiner (Resolution No. 2007-06).' Unlike Provo's published 1997 UBC valuation chart, Springville's own fee schedule does not publish a formula or flat rate for this line item. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65.00 for each additional inspection beyond the one re-inspection allowed per required inspection. | Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'One re-inspection is allowed for each required inspection. Additional inspections require a $65 re-inspection fee.' |
| Permit Renewal Fee (after expiration) | One-half of the original permit fee. | Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'A building permit expires 180 days (six months) after being issued, or from the last inspection. If your permit expires[,] one-half of the original permit fee will be charged to renew the permit.' |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit (includes Basement Finish)
VerifiedRequired for interior remodels that add or remove structural components or change electrical, HVAC, or plumbing systems, and for finishing an unfinished basement into habitable space. Springville's Basement Improvement Permit Checklist applies the same 2021 IRC and State Amendments standard as new construction.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Interior remodel: permit needed if adding/removing structural components, or changing electrical, HVAC, or plumbing systems, per Springville Building FAQ
- Basement finish: changing an unfinished basement to a habitable location, or adding electrical, plumbing, or heating systems, requires a permit per Springville Basement Improvement Permit Checklist (July 2023)
- Building shall be designed to the 2021 IRC and State Amendments
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted application, available at Springville City offices or online at springville.org/permits.
- RequiredFloor Plan of Proposed AreaLabel all areas for intended use.
- OptionalSite Plan (if walk-out included)Shows house location on property, location of improvements, and setback measurements.
- OptionalEngineering for Beams Replacing Bearing WallsRequired when removing or altering load-bearing walls.
- RequiredWindow and Door Locations, Mechanical Room LocationShow all window/door locations and location of mechanical room/equipment.
- OptionalElectrical/Gas InformationDepending on scope of work.
- OptionalContractor Information or Owner/Builder CertificateSigned and notarized if owner-performed.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Check Fee | Due in FULL at time of permit submission — contact office staff for amount. | Springville Basement Improvement Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'Plan check fee is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Contact office staff for amount.' |
| Re-inspection Fee | $65.00 for additional inspections beyond the one included re-inspection. | Springville Basement Improvement Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'One re-inspection is allowed for each required inspection and is included in the permit fees, any additional inspections require a $65 re-inspection fee.' |
| Permit Renewal Fee (after expiration) | One-half of the original permit fee. | Springville Basement Improvement Permit Checklist (July 2023): 'A building permit expires 180 days (six months) after being issued or from the last inspection. If your permit expires, payment of half of the original permit fee will be charged to renew the permit.' |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Springville. Unlike Provo's ≤4-unit MEP-inclusion model, Springville does NOT bundle electrical into the building permit fee — electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits must be applied for and paid separately by each subcontractor, even on new residential building permits. EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this standalone Electrical Permit; the FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and Building Division page do not publish a separate EV-specific line item or process.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New electrical circuits, wiring, or service changes
- Electrical work must be permitted and paid for separately from the building permit — 'Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical Permits need to be applied and paid for separately by each Subcontractor'
- Building/electrical work designed to the 2021 IRC and statewide 2023 NEC
Required documents
- RequiredTrade Permit ApplicationSubmitted via My City Inspector (springville.mycityinspector.com), separately from the building permit.
- OptionalElectrical PlansRequired as part of the plan set when electrical is part of a building permit submittal; a standalone electrical trade permit is required in addition.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee | No fixed dollar figure published for a standalone electrical permit was found in Springville's official Building Fees section of the FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (which lists only Building Permit Fee and Plan Check Fee as 'Assessed by Plans Examiner,' with no separate electrical line item). | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Exhibit B, Building Fees, lines 395-414) contains no distinct 'Electrical Permit' fee line — only 'Building Permit Fee' and 'Plan Check Fee,' both… Show full citationHideSpringville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Exhibit B, Building Fees, lines 395-414) contains no distinct 'Electrical Permit' fee line — only 'Building Permit Fee' and 'Plan Check Fee,' both 'Assessed by Plans Examiner.' Trade-permit fees for electrical work are confirmed as separately charged (per the code-ordinance summary: 'Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical Permits need to be applied and paid for separately by each Subcontractor') but no published flat rate or valuation table for electrical specifically was located; omitting the specific dollar figure rather than estimating it. |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Springville. Plumbing permits must be applied for and paid separately from the building permit — not bundled, unlike Provo's ≤4-unit model.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- New plumbing fixture installations, water heater replacement, water/sewer line work
- Plumbing Permits need to be applied and paid for separately by each Subcontractor
- Underground plumbing and sewer lateral inspections require water testing per Springville Residential Building Permit Checklist
Required documents
- RequiredTrade Permit ApplicationSubmitted via My City Inspector, separately from the building permit.
- OptionalPlumbing PlanPlumbing layout as part of the overall plan set when plumbing is part of new construction.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit Fee | No fixed dollar figure published for a standalone plumbing permit was found in Springville's Building Fees fee-schedule section. | Springville FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Exhibit B, Building Fees, lines 395-414) lists no separate 'Plumbing Permit' line item — only 'Building Permit Fee' and 'Plan Check Fee,' both 'Assessed… Show full citationHideSpringville FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Exhibit B, Building Fees, lines 395-414) lists no separate 'Plumbing Permit' line item — only 'Building Permit Fee' and 'Plan Check Fee,' both 'Assessed by Plans Examiner.' Confirmed via ordinance-summary source that plumbing permits are charged separately from the building permit; no specific rate was located, so none is asserted. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for furnace, A/C, and other HVAC installations and replacements in Springville, including like-for-like replacements. This is one of the few Springville permit types with a directly published flat fee.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace or A/C replacement or installation
- Ductwork installation or modification
- Mechanical Permits need to be applied and paid for separately by each Subcontractor when part of new construction
Required documents
- RequiredTrade Permit ApplicationSubmitted via My City Inspector.
- OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data for furnace/AC unit being installed or replaced.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace / A/C Replacement Fee | $51.00 | Springville Building FAQ (Building-FAQ-2.pdf, 'Payments' section): 'How much does a building permit cost? It depends on the project. Replace furnace / A/C: $51.' |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement and re-roofing in Springville. Roofing has a directly published flat fee, distinct from Provo's valuation-based 1997 UBC approach.
Verified 2026-07-04 · Source
Requirements
- Roof replacement or re-roofing — permit required per Springville Building FAQ ('Roof - Yes' under 'Do I need a permit to build?')
- Building shall be designed to the 2021 IRC
Required documents
- RequiredPermit ApplicationScope of work, square footage, material specifications, submitted via My City Inspector.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roof Home Fee | $101.00 | Springville Building FAQ (Building-FAQ-2.pdf, 'Payments' section): 'How much does a building permit cost? It depends on the project. ... Re-roof home: $101.' |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction in Springville. Permits cannot be accepted unless the site has Development Review Committee (DRC) review and approval and all outside fees (irrigation company, SWPPP, etc.) have been paid. A preconstruction meeting is required for all multi-family and commercial projects before construction starts. Per Springville's own Building FAQ, initial commercial plan review takes 21 business days.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Site has DRC (Development Review Committee) review and approval before the building permit can be accepted
- All outside fees (irrigation company fees, SWPPP fees, etc.) paid before permit submission
- Completed Building Permit application
- Plan check fee due in FULL at time of permit submission
- Water shares tendered, if not previously done with the development
- Preconstruction meeting required for all multi-family and commercial projects prior to construction start
Required documents
- RequiredPlat or Site Plan (DRC-Approved)Per Springville Commercial Building Permit Checklist (2026).
- RequiredCover Sheet (Code Analysis)Design information showing code analysis.
- RequiredStructural Design / Architectural DrawingsWith appropriate engineering endorsements.
- RequiredElectrical / Mechanical / Plumbing PlansWith appropriate professional endorsements, including an Electrical Service Information Request form.
- OptionalTruss Engineering and LayoutFrom the truss manufacturer, where applicable.
- RequiredHeating/Cooling Load Calculations and ComCheck/ASHRAE 90.1 ComplianceDuct design and energy code compliance documentation.
- RequiredEgress Components with Load CalculationsPer Springville Commercial Building Permit Checklist.
- RequiredADA Compliance (2009 ANSI A117.1)Accessibility compliance documentation.
- OptionalFire Protection Systems / Fire-Resistive ConstructionAs applicable to occupancy and construction type.
- RequiredGeotechnical ReportPer Springville Commercial Building Permit Checklist.
- RequiredConstruction ValuationA bid may be submitted for valuation purposes.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Check Fee | Due in FULL at time of permit submission — contact office staff for the exact amount; no fixed published dollar figure. | Springville Commercial Building Permit Checklist (2026): 'Plan check fee is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Show full citationHideSpringville Commercial Building Permit Checklist (2026): 'Plan check fee is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Contact office staff for amount.' Confirmed via Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Exhibit B, Building Fees, line 409): 'Plan Check Fee — Assessed by Plans Examiner (Resolution No. 97-13).' No commercial-specific valuation table is published — same individually-assessed mechanism as the residential building permit. |
| Building Permit Fee | Assessed by Plans Examiner — no fixed valuation table published. | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, Building Fees, line 410: 'Building Permit Fee — Assessed by Plans Examiner (Resolution No. 2007-06).' |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for interior tenant-improvement or remodel work within an existing commercial space in Springville, per the city's own Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026). Any structural, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC change must be permitted, and the use of the space must be reviewed with a Code Analysis from an Architectural Design Professional. Initial plan review is published at 21 business days, same as new commercial construction, since a tenant improvement is itself a commercial application.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Any structural, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC change to the tenant space
- Code Analysis from an Architectural Design Professional addressing occupant load, exiting, possible fire-resistive construction, number of restrooms, and ADA accessibility accommodations
- Completed and signed Building Permit application
- Plan check fee due in FULL when the permit application is submitted
- Contractor information or a signed Owner/Builder Certificate
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding PlansDrawn to scale, endorsed and signed by an architect and all other professional designers.
- RequiredCode Analysis SheetOccupancy group, type of construction, occupant load, and allowable area.
- RequiredFloor PlanDimensions, exits, occupancy types and use, ADA provisions, equipment/shelving/counter locations, occupant load, restroom locations, adjacent business uses; wall section with stud size, height, spacing, insulation, fire separation, gypsum board, and structural connections.
- RequiredPlumbing PlanPlumbing schematic and type of material used.
- RequiredMechanical PlanMechanical schematic, size of ducts, location of return air ducts and fire dampers, combustion air, HVAC units, and kitchen hoods.
- RequiredElectric PlanElectrical locations, calculations, emergency/exit lighting, and panel schedules.
- RequiredEnergy Compliance CalculationsComCheck or equivalent.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Check Fee | Due in FULL when the permit application is submitted — contact the Building Department at 801.489.2704 for the amount. | Springville Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026): 'The plan check fee is due in full when the permit application is submitted. Show full citationHideSpringville Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026): 'The plan check fee is due in full when the permit application is submitted. For the amount, contact the Building Department at 801.489.2704.' No fixed commercial-TI valuation table is published — same individually-assessed mechanism used for all Springville building/commercial permits. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $85.00 for each additional inspection beyond the one included re-inspection per required inspection. | Springville Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026): 'One re-inspection is allowed for each required inspection and is included in the permit fees, after which any additional inspections require a $85… Show full citationHideSpringville Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026): 'One re-inspection is allowed for each required inspection and is included in the permit fees, after which any additional inspections require a $85 re-inspection fee.' This differs from the $65.00 re-inspection fee published for residential permits. |
| Permit Renewal Fee (after expiration) | One-half of the original permit fee. | Springville Tenant Improvement Checklist (2026): 'A building permit expires 180 Days (six months) after being issued, or from the date of the last inspection. If your permit expires, one-half of the original permit fee will be charged to renew the permit.' |
Solar Panel (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations in Springville, per the city's official Solar Permit Process document. Because Springville operates its own municipal electric utility (Springville City Power), solar installations require BOTH a Building Permit (structural/electrical plan review) AND a separate Customer-Owned Generation Agreement/Application with Springville Power before the utility will install the required production meter — unlike Rocky Mountain Power cities where interconnection is handled entirely outside city government.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Completed and signed building permit application including licensed installer information and system valuation (labor and materials)
- System shall be designed to the current statewide-adopted IRC and NEC editions (2021 IRC, 2023 NEC per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 as of 2026-07-19 — Springville's own Solar Permit Process document is dated 2019 and still cites the outdated '2015 IRC and 2017 NEC,' which the current statewide statute supersedes)
- All electrical equipment must carry UL listing
- Plan check deposit required (paid in full at submission) for systems larger than 4 kW
- Springville Power requires a completed Customer-Owned Generation Agreement and Customer-Owned Generation Application before installation of the utility meter
- Springville Power Standards require a dedicated production meter as part of the Customer-Owned Generation Agreement
- Payment of completion and performance bonds required when picking up the building permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationCompleted and signed, including licensed installer information and system valuation (labor and materials); submitted via My City Inspector (springville.mycityinspector.com). Per the official Solar Permit Process document: 'Permits will not be accepted as incomplete submissions.'
- RequiredSite PlanModule locations, structures, location of equipment, location of existing vents and exhaust outlets, and fire access setbacks from ridges, eaves, and valleys.
- RequiredConstruction Drawings and One-Line DiagramOne complete electronic set (PDF) showing equipment locations, conductor sizes and types.
- RequiredInter-connection Location DetailsDisconnect location and size of overcurrent protection.
- RequiredSystem Sizing CalculationsOvercurrent protection sizing, conductor sizing, and maximum allowed system-based rating of equipment.
- RequiredLabels, Placards, and Equipment PhotosLocation of labels/placards with an appropriate list of labels provided, plus pictures of existing service equipment showing rating size and interconnection breaker location.
- RequiredRacking Support Locations and Technical Data SheetsTechnical data for racking, inverters, micro-inverters, optimizers, rapid shutdown devices, flashings, supports, junction boxes, combiners, modules, and service equipment (if upgrading).
- RequiredEngineering LetterClearing existing conditions of additional loading on the truss or rafter system.
- RequiredCustomer-Owned Generation Agreement and Application (Springville Power)Required by Springville City Power before installation of the utility production meter — scheduled by calling Springville City Power at (801) 489-2750 (7 am-3:30 pm) for an in-person appointment to sign required documentation.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Check Deposit (systems larger than 4 kW) | Due in FULL at time of permit submission — contact office staff for amount. | Springville Solar Permit Process (official PDF, springvilleutah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2019/07/Solar-Permit-Process.pdf), verbatim: 'Plan check deposit required for systems larger than 4 kW… Show full citationHideSpringville Solar Permit Process (official PDF, springvilleutah.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2019/07/Solar-Permit-Process.pdf), verbatim: 'Plan check deposit required for systems larger than 4 kW at time of application and is due in FULL at time of permit submission. Contact office staff for amount.' No fixed dollar figure is published, consistent with Springville's standard 'Assessed by Plans Examiner' practice for its general Building Permit Fee and Plan Check Fee. |
| 2S Meter Solar (single-phase solar connection fee) | $350.00 | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B (Power Department Connection Fees, line 826): '2S Meter Solar — 350.00' (Resolution 2020-38). Confirmed via direct page-image render of the source PDF (page 22, fetched 2026-07-19). |
| (3PH) Direct Metered Service 277/480V - 200 Amp Solar | $700.00 | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, line 834 (labeled 'NEW'). Confirmed via direct page-image render of the source PDF (page 22, fetched 2026-07-19). |
| (3PH) Direct Metered Service 120/208V - 400 Amp Solar | $705.00 | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, line 835 (Resolution 2020-38). Confirmed via direct page-image render of the source PDF (page 22, fetched 2026-07-19). |
| Customer-Owned Generation Export Rate (Residential) | $0.040 per kWh | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, line 811 (Ordinance #04-2018, Resolution #2017-39). Show full citationHideSpringville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, line 811 (Ordinance #04-2018, Resolution #2017-39). Confirmed via direct page-image render of the source PDF (page 22, fetched 2026-07-19); matches the rate independently confirmed on Springville Power's own Customer-Owned Generation program pages. |
| Commercial Customer-Owned Generation Export Rate | $0.040 per kWh | Springville City FY2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, Exhibit B, line 812 (Ordinance #04-2018, Resolution #2017-39). |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-04.
Fee schedules
Checklists & handouts
Codes & ordinances
Department & other records
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Springville building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.