Unincorporated Utah County building permits

Requirements

• New single-family or multi-family residential construction
• Additions, structural alterations, and modifications to existing structures
• Conversion of non-habitable space to habitable space
• Any work on electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems requiring code compliance
• Contact the Building Official (stevek@utahcounty.gov) for exemption guidance

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit Application (All Projects)Submit completed application in person or electronically per the submittal requirements. Available at https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/building-permit-application-2026.pdf
• RequiredConstruction PlansPer the Single Family Submittal Requirements checklist (https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/submittal-requirements-single-family-2026.pdf) — site plan, floor plans, elevations, structural details, engineered truss plans for new construction
• RequiredSite PlanProperty plan showing setbacks, footprint, and existing structures. See Site Plan Example at https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/site-plan-example-2018.pdf
• OptionalHealth Department ApprovalRequired if project involves plumbing fixtures connecting to private water/sewer, or is within 5 feet of an existing septic system. Complete the attached Health Dept form in the Building Permit Application PDF.
• OptionalOwner/Builder Certification (if applicable)Required for new residential or remodel construction performed by the owner-builder. https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/owner-builder-certification-2026.pdf

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• New electrical circuits or wiring installations
• Electrical panel upgrades or replacements
• Service entrance changes
• Adding or relocating outlets, switches, or fixtures
• Solar panel and generator electrical connections

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application form (same form used for all permit types)
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on owner-occupied property

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• Installation of a Level 2 or DC fast EV charger (EVSE) at a residential or commercial property in unincorporated Utah County — falls under the county's general Electrical Permit
• Standard Building Permit Application submitted for the electrical scope of work
• Compliance with the 2023 NEC, adopted statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g)

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application form (same form used for all permit types); no distinct EV-charger application form or category exists.
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah electrical contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on owner-occupied property

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• New plumbing fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers)
• Water heater installation or replacement (including like-for-like)
• Water line or sewer line replacement or extension
• Gas line installation or modification
• Backflow prevention device installation

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application form with scope of work
• OptionalHealth Department ApprovalRequired if work affects connection to private water or sewer system — complete the Health Department section of the Building Permit Application
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on owner-occupied property

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• 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 insert or wood-burning stove installation

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application form with equipment description and scope of work
• OptionalEquipment SpecificationsManufacturer data sheets for furnace, AC, or heat pump
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah HVAC/mechanical contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on owner-occupied property

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• Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
• Overlay of new roofing over existing (where code allows)
• Structural roof repairs or modifications
• Changes to roofing material type

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with scope of work, square footage, and material specifications
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah roofing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner

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• Rooftop solar panel installation
• Ground-mounted solar array installation
• Battery storage system installation
• Electrical service upgrade for solar interconnection

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application for both the structural/building and electrical portions
• RequiredResidential Solar Plan Submittal ChecklistComplete the county's Solar Submittal Checklist: https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/solar-submittal-checklist-2021.pdf — includes site plan, electrical single-line diagram, structural analysis, and equipment specs
• OptionalInterconnection AgreementUtility approval from Rocky Mountain Power for grid-tied systems

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• New fence construction
• Replacement of existing fence (verify with Building Division whether same-location/same-height replacement requires a permit)
• Powered gate installations

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with fence height, material, and site plan
• OptionalSite PlanShowing fence location relative to property lines and any easements

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• New deck construction (attached or freestanding)
• Decks higher than 30 inches above grade
• Structural modifications to existing decks
• Adding or replacing a deck ledger

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with scope of work and site plan
• RequiredConstruction DrawingsFraming plan, footing details, ledger attachment method, and railing specifications per the Garage/Carport/Storage submittal requirements checklist
• RequiredSite PlanShowing deck location, setbacks from property lines, and relationship to existing structure

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• Complete demolition of any structure
• Partial demolition involving structural elements
• Removal of load-bearing walls
• Demolition of structures with potential asbestos (pre-1980 construction)

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with demolition scope, structure details, and disposal plan
• RequiredUtility Disconnect ConfirmationProof that gas, electric, water, and sewer are disconnected prior to demolition — required before work begins
• OptionalAsbestos SurveyFederal NESHAP regulations require an asbestos inspection before demolition of structures built before approximately 1980 — coordinate with Utah DEQ

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• Water heater replacement (including like-for-like swaps)
• New water heater installation
• Conversion from tank to tankless
• Gas line modification for water heater

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with water heater type, size, fuel source, and location
• OptionalContractor LicenseValid Utah plumbing contractor license (Utah DOPL) if not performed by the homeowner on owner-occupied property

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• In-ground swimming pool construction
• Above-ground pools with a depth over 24 inches
• Hot tubs and spas (built-in)
• Pool barrier / fence installation (required for all pools)

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with pool dimensions, depth, equipment location, and structural details
• RequiredSite PlanPool location with setbacks, equipment pad, and barrier / fence layout
• RequiredElectrical PlanPool pump, lighting, bonding, and GFCI protection details (NEC Article 680)

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• Property must be in a zone permitting ADUs per the Utah County Land Use Ordinance
• Obtain Zone Clearance from Planning & Zoning before applying for building permit
• Separate entrance from primary dwelling
• Adequate parking (check UCLUO for requirements)
• Compliant with Utah HB 82 (2021) — counties must allow internal ADUs; detached ADUs subject to local zoning

Required documents

• RequiredZone Clearance ApplicationObtain zone clearance from Planning & Zoning before building permit application. Submit at https://formitable.utahcounty.gov/zone-clearance/forms/new
• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application after zone clearance is obtained
• RequiredConstruction PlansFull construction drawings per the Single Family Submittal Requirements checklist — floor plan, elevations, sections, egress details, fire separation between units

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• Framing walls in an unfinished basement
• Adding a bedroom (requires egress window)
• Adding a bathroom (requires plumbing permit)
• Electrical wiring for new rooms
• Any structural modifications

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with floor plan and scope of work
• RequiredFloor PlanLayout showing room sizes, egress windows, and door locations

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• Grading or filling that changes drainage patterns
• Excavation deeper than 4 feet
• Land disturbance over 1 acre (state UPDES stormwater permit also required)
• Cut or fill exceeding limits set in the Utah County Land Use Ordinance
• Hillside grading in sensitive slope areas

Required documents

• RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationSubmit the standard Building Permit Application with grading plan and scope of work
• RequiredGrading PlanExisting and proposed contours, cut/fill volumes, and drainage
• RequiredErosion Control PlanSWPPP or erosion control measures during construction

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• New commercial building construction within unincorporated Utah County
• Utah County Building Permit Application, including Description of Work and Value of Work fields
• Health Department review/approval if the project involves plumbing fixtures connecting to sewer/potable water, or is within 5 feet of an existing septic tank or drain field, per the county's own Building Permit Application health-screening questions
• Wastewater Approval and Potable Water Quality Approval, or confirmation of connection to a public system
• Building Permit Fee based on Exhibit A's per-square-foot table — the specific commercial occupancy rate could not be independently confirmed (see confidence note)

Required documents

• RequiredUtah County Building Permit Application (PDF)Official form; requires owner/contractor information, property parcel, value of work, and a description of the proposed work.
• OptionalHealth Department Approval FormRequired only if the Building Permit Application's health-screening questions (sewer/water connection, proximity to septic, private water system impact) are answered yes.

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• Interior remodel or tenant finish work within existing commercial space in unincorporated Utah County
• Utah County Building Permit Application, including Description of Work and Value of Work fields
• Health Department review/approval if the project involves plumbing fixtures connecting to sewer/potable water, per the county's own Building Permit Application health-screening questions
• Minimum Permit Fee likely applies as a floor (see confidence note on the exact valuation-based rate)

Required documents

• RequiredUtah County Building Permit Application (PDF)Official form; requires a description of the proposed work and value of work.
• OptionalHealth Department Approval FormRequired only if the Building Permit Application's health-screening questions are answered yes.

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• Signs under 32 square feet that do not otherwise require a building permit, business license, or temporary use permit: processed as a Zone Compliance Permit
• Larger signs and billboards not including power connection: processed as a standard building-permit activity at the flat 'Billboards & Signs' fee tier
• Signs requiring a power connection are assessed as commercial/utility electrical work in addition to the sign structure fee (see this jurisdiction's electrical-permit entry)
• Compliance with the applicable Utah County zoning/land use ordinance provisions for sign placement, per the Community Development Department

Required documents

• RequiredZone Compliance Permit Application or Building Permit ApplicationSmall signs (under 32 sq ft) that don't otherwise require a building permit use the Zone Compliance Permit application; larger signs and billboards use the standard building permit application. Submitted to Utah County Community Development.

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• Installation of a new automatic fire sprinkler system, per IFC § 105.7.1
• Plans reviewed by the Utah County Fire Marshal's Office; a rough-in inspection and a final inspection are included in the base permit fee
• Applies in addition to, not instead of, any building permit required from the Community Development Building Division for the same project

Required documents

• RequiredFire Sprinkler Permit Application / Plan SubmittalSubmitted to the Utah County Fire Marshal's Office (51 South University Avenue, Suite 120, Provo) — a separate submittal from the Building Division's building permit application.

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• Installation of a new fire alarm system, per IFC § 907.1
• Plan review, one rough-in visual site inspection, and one final test, per the Fire Marshal's fee schedule
• Applies in addition to, not instead of, any building permit required from the Community Development Building Division for the same project

Required documents

• RequiredFire Alarm System Permit Application / Plan SubmittalSubmitted to the Utah County Fire Marshal's Office (51 South University Avenue, Suite 120, Provo).

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• Any change in the use or occupancy classification of an existing building or portion of a building in unincorporated Utah County
• Utah County Building Permit Application, including Description of Work and the existing and proposed use
• Health Department review/approval if the proposed use involves plumbing fixtures connecting to sewer/potable water, or is within 5 feet of an existing septic system, per the county's own Building Permit Application health-screening questions
• Compliance with the occupancy-classification provisions of the adopted 2024 IBC and 2024 IEBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103) before a new or amended Certificate of Occupancy is issued

Required documents

• RequiredUtah County Building Permit Application (PDF)Official form; requires a description of the proposed work, and the existing and proposed use. Available at https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/building-permit-application-2026.pdf
• OptionalHealth Department Approval FormRequired only if the Building Permit Application's health-screening questions (sewer/water connection, proximity to septic, private water system impact) are answered yes.

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