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Unincorporated Utah County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Utah County, Utah — as published 2026-08-20.
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired before commencing any building or construction work, changing the use of a building, or performing work on electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems regulated by adopted codes in Unincorporated Utah County. Issued by the Utah County Community Development Building Division.
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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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — R-3/R-4 Residential (single-family/townhome) | $1.00 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' (effective 4/3/2012). Per-square-foot multiplier for R-3/R-4 Residential. Includes Plan Review Fee and State of Utah Surcharge; does not include bonds. The Building Official may reduce the fee if it substantially exceeds the cost of providing the service. Adopted by County Commission (Utah Code § 17-5-214); fee schedule last updated March 13, 2019. The codified FEE SCHEDULE lists $1.00/sq ft R-3/R-4 (and $1.50 R-1/R-2, $0.30 unfinished basement, $300.00 New Buildings submittal, $101.00 minimum); Exhibit A is effective 4/3/2012, and the schedule header shows LAST UPDATE: March 13, 2019. |
| Building Permit — R-1/R-2 Hotels & Multi-Family | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Per-square-foot multiplier for R-1/R-2 Hotels & Multi-Family. Includes Plan Review Fee and State of Utah Surcharge. |
| Unfinished Basement | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Per-square-foot multiplier for Unfinished Basements (All Occupancies). Includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge. |
| Building Permit Submittal Fee — New Buildings | $300.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Building Permit Submittal Fees — New Buildings.' Separate from the per-square-foot building permit fee. |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee — Minimum permit fee.' Floor applied to small projects. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in Unincorporated Utah County including panel upgrades, new circuits, service changes, and new construction wiring. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g). EV charger/EVSE installation is electrical work and falls under this general Electrical Permit; the county's Exhibit A 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee' schedule and Community Development building page do not publish an EV-specific line item.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Service Upgrade / Replacement | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee.' Flat rate. |
| Temporary Power Pedestal | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate. |
| New Commercial Electrical Service | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), listed under 'Commercial/Utility Equipment & New Commercial Electrical Services.' Flat rate. |
| Commercial Electrical Service Upgrade | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate. |
| Add Electrical to Building Without Power | $505.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate. The schedule's $505.00 tier lists 'Adding Electrical to a Building Without Power' verbatim; the electrical flat fees in this section are $101.00/$303.00/$505.00. |
| Inspection Per Visit (Normal Business Hours) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Applies when additional inspections are required. |
| Re-Inspection Fee (Normal Business Hours) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedUnincorporated Utah County does not publish a distinct EV charger / EVSE permit type or fee line item. The county's codified Fee Schedule (Utah County Code, Building Permits Exhibit A, effective 4/3/2012, last updated 3/13/2019) itemizes numerous specific flat-fee electrical activities — Residential Electrical Service Upgrade/Replacement ($101.00), Temporary Power Pedestal ($101.00), New Commercial Electrical Service ($303.00), Commercial Electrical Service Upgrade ($303.00), and Adding Electrical to a Building Without Power ($505.00) — but contains no 'EV,' 'electric vehicle,' or 'charging station' line item. EV charger / EVSE installation is therefore billed as ordinary electrical work under the same Electrical Permit that governs residential and commercial electrical service upgrades, consistent with the existing electrical-permit entry.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Electrical Service Upgrade / Replacement (applies to residential EV charger/EVSE) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate. No distinct EV-charger line item exists in this schedule, so a residential EV charger installation is billed under this same flat-fee electrical line item, consistent with the existing electrical-permit entry. |
| New Commercial Electrical Service / Commercial Electrical Service Upgrade (applies to commercial EV charger/EVSE) | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate; applies to a commercial-property EV charger installation requiring new or upgraded commercial electrical service. |
| Adding Electrical to a Building Without Power (if applicable) | $505.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate; applies if the EV charger installation requires adding electrical service to a building that had none. |
| Re-Inspection Fee (Normal Business Hours) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Unincorporated Utah County including water heaters, fixture additions, and gas line work. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d), in force since July 1, 2026.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing permit — minimum permit fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). The schedule does not list separate plumbing fixture-by-fixture fees; the 'Minimum permit fee' of $101.00 applies. Confirm scope with the Building Division at (801) 851-8342. The codified schedule lists no fixture-by-fixture plumbing fees; it also lists a $303.00 'Adding Plumbing to a Building Without Plumbing Facilities' rate. |
| Adding Plumbing to a Building Without Plumbing Facilities | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate for adding plumbing to a building that previously had none. |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, replacements, and ductwork modifications in Unincorporated Utah County. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e), in force since July 1, 2026.
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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 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement of AC Units, Furnaces, Water Heaters, Boilers, or Similar Equipment | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee.' Single flat rate covering replacement of AC units, furnaces, water heaters,… Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee.' Single flat rate covering replacement of AC units, furnaces, water heaters, boilers, or similar equipment. The codified schedule lists the $101.00 replacement rate and a $303.00 'Adding Mechanical' rate. |
| Adding Mechanical to a Building Without Mechanical Equipment or Service | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate for adding mechanical equipment/service to a building that previously had none. |
| Re-Inspection Fee (Normal Business Hours) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement, re-roofing, and structural roof repairs in Unincorporated Utah County. Permit fees are based on the remodeling rate from the county fee schedule.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing / Re-roofing (Remodeling category) | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Roofing falls under 'Remodeling' (All Occupancies) at $0.30/sq ft, which includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge. A $101.00 minimum permit fee applies. The codified schedule lists Remodeling at $0.30/sq ft with a $101.00 minimum. |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). The minimum permit fee applies to small remodeling/roofing jobs. |
Solar Panel Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Unincorporated Utah County. Both a building permit (structural mounting) and an electrical permit (wiring) are typically required. A Residential Solar Plan Submittal Checklist is available from the County.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar & Generator Power Installations (Not Including Accessory Structures) | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). The current schedule lists a dedicated 'Solar & Generator Power Installations' flat rate of $303.00 (does not include accessory structures). The codified schedule lists this rate at $303.00. |
| Electrical service work for solar (if a separate electrical permit applies) | $101.00 (residential electrical service upgrade/replacement) | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). If a separate residential electrical service upgrade/replacement is required for interconnection, that flat rate is $101.00. The county's Residential Solar Plan Submittal Checklist (2021) references both building and electrical permits; confirm scope with the Building Division at (801) 851-8342. |
Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for fence installation in Unincorporated Utah County. The county fee schedule lists a flat rate for fences.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fences over 6 feet above grade and unpowered gates (building permit) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). A building permit is required for fences over 6 feet above grade (and unpowered gates) at a flat $101.00. The codified schedule lists this rate at $101.00; the FEE SCHEDULE's Community Development section also lists a $50.00 Zone Compliance Permit line ('Fences under 8 ft. in height... and other minor structures and land uses that do not require a building permit, business license or temporary use permit'). |
| Fences under 8 ft not requiring a building permit (Zone Compliance Permit) | $50.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Community Development. Fences under 8 ft in height and other minor structures that do not require a building permit, business license, or temporary use permit are handled under a Zone Compliance Permit at $50.00. |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for new deck construction or structural modification of existing decks in Unincorporated Utah County. The county fee schedule lists a flat rate for decks.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Porches, Decks, & Other Unwalled Structures | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Decks are charged on the per-square-foot multiplier ($0.30/sq ft) under 'Porches, Decks, & Other Unwalled Structures,' which includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge. A $101.00 minimum permit fee applies. The codified schedule lists this rate at $0.30/sq ft. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for partial or complete demolition of structures in Unincorporated Utah County, including coordination of utility disconnections and required asbestos surveys.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition of a structure | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee — Demolition of a structure.' Flat rate. The codified schedule lists this rate at $101.00. |
Water Heater Permit
VerifiedRequired for water heater installation, replacement, or conversion in Unincorporated Utah County. A subset of the plumbing permit, commonly pulled as a standalone for this frequent project type.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement (Replacement of AC Units, Furnaces, Water Heaters, Boilers, or Similar Equipment) | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Water heater replacement is expressly listed within the combined flat-rate line 'Replacement of AC Units, Furnaces, Water Heaters, Boilers, or Similar Equipment' at $101.00. |
Swimming Pool Permit
VerifiedRequired for in-ground and above-ground swimming pool installation in Unincorporated Utah County. The county fee schedule lists a dedicated per-square-foot rate for swimming pools.
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Requirements
- 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)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming Pools and Water Tanks | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). 'Swimming Pools and Water Tanks' (All Occupancies) is charged on the per-square-foot multiplier at $0.30/sq ft, which includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge. A $101.00 minimum permit fee applies. The codified schedule lists this rate at $0.30/sq ft. |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a secondary dwelling unit on a residential property in Unincorporated Utah County, including basement apartments, detached cottages, and garage conversions. ADU permitting requires both a zoning clearance (Planning & Zoning) and a building permit.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU building permit — R-3/R-4 Residential rate | $1.00 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). ADU construction follows the standard R-3/R-4 Residential per-square-foot multiplier of $1.00/sq ft. Includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge. A separate $300.00 New Buildings submittal fee may apply. Under Utah law, impact fees for internal or attached ADUs may be reduced or waived — confirm with the Building Division at (801) 851-8342. The codified schedule lists the $1.00/sq ft R-3/R-4 rate and the $300.00 New Buildings submittal fee. |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for finishing or remodeling an unfinished basement in Unincorporated Utah County. The county fee schedule has a specific category for finishing an unfinished basement based on the difference between the finished and unfinished multipliers.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Finishing of Unfinished Basement | Difference Between Multipliers — $0.70 per square foot for R-3/R-4 residential ($1.00 finished − $0.30 unfinished) | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). The schedule states 'Finishing of Unfinished Basement — Difference Between Multipliers,' i.e., the finished residential rate ($1.00/sq ft) minus the unfinished basement rate ($0.30/sq ft) = $0.70/sq ft. Includes Plan Review Fee and State surcharge; $101.00 minimum permit fee applies. The codified schedule lists 'Finishing of Unfinished Basement — Difference Between Multipliers' verbatim, with component multipliers of $1.00 and $0.30. |
Grading & Excavation Permit
VerifiedRequired for significant grading, excavation, or land disturbance on properties in Unincorporated Utah County. The county fee schedule lists flat rates by volume.
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Requirements
- 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
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Grading up to 10,000 cubic yards | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee.' Flat rate. |
| Grading, 10,001 Cubic Yards or More (and Retaining Walls) | $303.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012). Flat rate for grading of 10,001 cubic yards or more (and retaining walls). Note: retaining walls over 4 feet are otherwise $101.00. The codified schedule lists both grading tiers: $101.00 up to 10,000 cu yd; $303.00 for 10,001+ and retaining walls. |
Commercial Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new commercial building construction within unincorporated Utah County, administered by Utah County Community Development — Building Division. The county's own Fee Schedule (Exhibit A, 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size,' effective 4/3/2012, last updated 3/13/2019) is structured as a per-square-foot table by IBC occupancy classification, hosted at utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com. The 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table carries 19 occupancy/activity rows: R-3/R-4 Residential $1.00/sq ft, R-1/R-2 Hotels & Multi-Family $1.50/sq ft, Unfinished Basements $0.30/sq ft, Remodeling $0.30/sq ft, Swimming Pools and Water Tanks $0.30/sq ft, Change in Use or Occupancy $0.30/sq ft, Finishing of Unfinished Basement 'Difference Between Multipliers', and Porches/Decks $0.30/sq ft, among others. Commercial buildings are billed by IBC occupancy classification, not a single flat 'commercial' rate: Business (B) $1.50/sq ft, Mercantile (M) $1.00/sq ft, Assembly (A-1 through A-5) $1.50/sq ft, Educational (E) $1.50/sq ft, Institutional (I-1 through I-4) $1.50/sq ft, Hazardous (H-1 through H-5) $1.50/sq ft, Factory (F-1/F-2) $0.50/sq ft, Storage (S-1/S-2) $0.50/sq ft, and Utility/Miscellaneous (U) $0.50/sq ft. A dedicated county-published 'Building Permit Submittal Requirements for Commercial, Industrial, and Similar Projects' PDF (linked from the Building page's 'Commercial, Industrial or Similar - Submittal Requirements', PDF metadata dated 10/10/2025) confirms the $300.00 New Buildings submittal fee applies specifically to commercial/industrial new construction. No commercial-specific plan-review timeline is published anywhere on the county's current site — see reviewTimelineNote, including two historical timeline figures deliberately excluded from reviewTimelineDays as non-current and non-commercial-scoped.
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Requirements
- 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
- Public Works Approval for access permits, grading, storm water retention, drainage, and geo hazard assessment (as applicable), per the county's Commercial/Industrial Submittal Requirements PDF
- Building Permit Fee based on Exhibit A's per-square-foot table, billed by IBC occupancy classification (e.g., Business $1.50/sq ft, Mercantile $1.00/sq ft — see fees below for the full occupancy schedule)
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.
- RequiredBuilding Permit Submittal Requirements — Commercial, Industrial, and Similar Projects (PDF)County-published checklist for commercial/industrial new construction, remodels, and additions: application, Health Department approval, Public Works approval (access/grading/stormwater/drainage/geo-hazard as applicable), site plan, geotechnical investigation/soils report, architectural plans and code analysis, project specs and product listings, engineered structural plans and details, engineer's calculations, statement of special inspections, fire protection shop drawings (deferrable with Fire Marshal approval), energy code analysis (COMcheck acceptable), and mechanical/electrical/plumbing engineering plans. Lists the $300.00 New Buildings submittal fee (cash or check only). https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/submittal-requirements-commercial-2026.pdf (accessed 2026-08-02).
- 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.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Business (B) Occupancy | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, Occupancy Type 'B' / Description 'Business.' Includes Plan Review Fee… Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, Occupancy Type 'B' / Description 'Business.' Includes Plan Review Fee and State of Utah surcharge; does not include bonds. Source: the codified ordinance table at utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com (FEE SCHEDULE > BUILDING PERMITS). |
| Building Permit — Mercantile (M) Occupancy | $1.00 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'M' / Description 'Mercantile.' Confirmed 2026-08-02, same source and method as the Business-occupancy row above. |
| Building Permit — Assembly (A-1 through A-5) Occupancy | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'A-1 Through A-5' / Description 'Assembly.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Educational (E) Occupancy | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'E' / Description 'Educational.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Institutional (I-1 through I-4) Occupancy | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'I-1 Through I-4' / Description 'Institutional.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Hazardous (H-1 through H-5) Occupancy | $1.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'H-1 Through H-5' / Description 'Hazardous.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Factory (F-1/F-2) Occupancy | $0.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'F-1 and F-2' / Description 'Factory.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Storage (S-1/S-2) Occupancy | $0.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'S-1 and S-2' / Description 'Storage.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Building Permit — Utility/Miscellaneous (U) Occupancy | $0.50 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), Occupancy Type 'U' / Description 'Utility/Miscellaneous.' Confirmed 2026-08-02. |
| Shell Only Buildings (prior to tenant build-out) — All Occupancies | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'All Occupancies' / Description 'Shell Only Buildings (prior to tenant build-out).' Applies to new commercial… Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'All Occupancies' / Description 'Shell Only Buildings (prior to tenant build-out).' Applies to new commercial construction built as an unfinished shell, before a specific tenant's interior finish (which is billed separately — see the commercial-tenant-improvement-permit entry in this record). |
| Building Permit Submittal Fee — New Buildings | $300.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Building Permit Submittal Fees — New Buildings.' Applicable to commercial/industrial new construction specifically… Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Building Permit Submittal Fees — New Buildings.' Applicable to commercial/industrial new construction specifically per the county's own 'Building Permit Submittal Requirements for Commercial, Industrial, and Similar Projects' PDF, which lists '$300.00 - New Buildings (Cash or Check only)' as the Submittal Fee (https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/submittal-requirements-commercial-2026.pdf). |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee — Minimum permit fee.' A general floor, applicable to any permit type including commercial. |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for commercial tenant improvement / interior remodel work within unincorporated Utah County. Utah County's codified Exhibit A fee table has no tenant-improvement-specific line item, but it does have a general 'Remodeling' row under the 'All Occupancies' section of the same 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table used for the commercial-building-permit entry — $0.30 per square foot, plan review and state surcharge included. The change-of-use-permit entry follows the same approach: 'Change in Use or Occupancy' — another 'All Occupancies' row in the identical table — carries the same $0.30/sq ft tier. The Exhibit A table is hosted at utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com. The county's own 'Building Permit Submittal Requirements for Commercial, Industrial, and Similar Projects' PDF covers 'New Construction; remodels, and additions' as one category — i.e., commercial tenant-improvement/remodel work is processed through the same commercial submittal pathway as new construction, just billed at the Remodeling rate rather than an occupancy-specific new-construction rate.
Verified 2026-08-02 · Source
Requirements
- 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
- Building Permit Fee at the 'Remodeling (All Occupancies)' rate of $0.30 per square foot, subject to the $101.00 minimum permit fee (see fees below)
Required documents
- RequiredUtah County Building Permit Application (PDF)Official form; requires a description of the proposed work and value of work.
- RequiredBuilding Permit Submittal Requirements — Commercial, Industrial, and Similar Projects (PDF)County-published checklist explicitly covering 'New Construction; remodels, and additions' as one category: application, Health Department approval, Public Works approval (as applicable), site plan, architectural plans and code analysis, project specs, engineering/structural plans and calculations where the TI scope requires them, and applicable submittal fee. https://codev.utahcounty.gov/codev/forms/submittal-requirements-commercial-2026.pdf (accessed 2026-08-02).
- OptionalHealth Department Approval FormRequired only if the Building Permit Application's health-screening questions are answered yes.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remodeling (All Occupancies) — applies to commercial tenant improvement / interior finish work | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, 'All Occupancies' / Description 'Remodeling.' No… Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, 'All Occupancies' / Description 'Remodeling.' No tenant-improvement-specific line exists in Exhibit A; 'Remodeling' is the applicable All-Occupancies category for interior finish/remodel work on an existing commercial space, consistent with how the change-of-use-permit entry already applies the identical table's 'Change in Use or Occupancy' All-Occupancies row ($0.30/sq ft) rather than a new-construction occupancy rate. Includes Plan Review Fee and State of Utah surcharge; does not include bonds. Source: the codified ordinance table at utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com. |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee — Minimum permit fee.' General floor applicable to any permit type, including a tenant improvement, if the per-square-foot calculation falls below it. |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for signs in unincorporated Utah County. Small signs are handled through a Zone Compliance Permit; larger signs and billboards are handled through the standard building-permit flat-fee schedule. Utah County's own Current Fee Schedule and Ordinance (Commission Approval 12/21/1999, Effective 1/1/2000, Last Update October 6, 2021) publishes two distinct dollar figures: a $50.00 Zone Compliance Permit for signs under 32 square feet that do not otherwise require a building permit, and a $303.00 flat fee for 'Billboards & Signs (Not Including Power Connection).'
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- 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.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zone Compliance Permit — Signs under 32 sq. ft. (not otherwise requiring a building permit, business license, or temporary use permit) | $50.00 | Utah County Government Current Fee Schedule and Ordinance (Commission Approval 12/21/1999, Effective 1/1/2000, Last Update October 6, 2021) — 'Zone Compliance Permit (Fences under 8 ft. Show full citationHideUtah County Government Current Fee Schedule and Ordinance (Commission Approval 12/21/1999, Effective 1/1/2000, Last Update October 6, 2021) — 'Zone Compliance Permit (Fences under 8 ft. in height, Signs under 32 sq. ft, landscape structure, Structure exempt by the adopted building code, and other minor structures and land uses that do not require a building permit, business license or temporary use permit) $50.00.' |
| Billboards & Signs (Not Including Power Connection) | $303.00 | Utah County Government Current Fee Schedule and Ordinance, Building Permit flat-fee 'Activity, Use, or Structure' table — 'Billboards & Signs (Not Including Power Connection) $303.00,' grouped with… Show full citationHideUtah County Government Current Fee Schedule and Ordinance, Building Permit flat-fee 'Activity, Use, or Structure' table — 'Billboards & Signs (Not Including Power Connection) $303.00,' grouped with other $303.00-tier flat-fee activities (e.g. Commercial/Utility Equipment & New Commercial Electrical Services, Renewal of Building Permit). |
Fire Sprinkler Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system in unincorporated Utah County, issued by the Utah County Fire Marshal's Office (a separate office from the Community Development Building Division, though in the same building) under International Fire Code (IFC) § 105.7.1. The Fire Marshal's own published Permit Fee Schedule lists a distinct dollar fee for this permit, separate from the general building permit.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- 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.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler — up to 10,000 sq ft (residential) | $230.00 | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, item 2.a: 'Overview of plans, rough-in and final site inspections up to 10,000 square feet.' Plus a Zone travel fee where applicable ($15-$65 depending on distance from the Fire Marshal's office). |
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler — Commercial | $330.00 | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, item 2.b. Plus applicable Zone travel fee. |
| Automatic Fire Sprinkler — over 10,000 sq ft (per sq ft, in addition to base fee) | $0.025 per sq ft | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, item 2.c. |
| Zone Fee (travel time/distance, added to most Fire Marshal permits) | $15.00 (10 mi or less) / $30.00 (over 10 mi) / $45.00 (over 20 mi) / $65.00 (over 30 mi), one way from the Fire Marshal's office | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, Zone Fee table (Zones 1-4). |
| Re-inspection after non-compliance of initial inspection | $70.00 | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, Miscellaneous Permits and Fees, item 2. Plus applicable Zone Fee. |
Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of a fire alarm system in unincorporated Utah County, issued by the Utah County Fire Marshal's Office under International Fire Code (IFC) § 907.1. Published as a distinct line item and dollar fee on the Fire Marshal's own Permit Fee Schedule, separate from the general Community Development building permit and from the Fire Sprinkler Permit.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- 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).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Alarm System | $150.00 | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, item 9: 'Overview of plan(s), one rough-in visual site inspection and one final test.' Plus applicable Zone travel fee ($15-$65). |
| Zone Fee (travel time/distance, added to most Fire Marshal permits) | $15.00 (10 mi or less) / $30.00 (over 10 mi) / $45.00 (over 20 mi) / $65.00 (over 30 mi), one way from the Fire Marshal's office | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, Zone Fee table (Zones 1-4). |
| Re-inspection after non-compliance of initial inspection | $70.00 | Utah County Fire Marshal Permit Fee Schedule, Miscellaneous Permits and Fees, item 2. Plus applicable Zone Fee. |
Change of Use / Certificate of Occupancy Permit
VerifiedRequired when a building or portion of a building in unincorporated Utah County changes from one use or occupancy classification to another. The county's Community Development Building page lists 'changing the use of a building' alongside new construction as a permit-triggering activity, requiring a standard Building Permit Application. Utah County's own codified Fee Schedule (Building Permits, Exhibit A, effective 4/3/2012, last updated 3/13/2019) publishes a dedicated 'Change in Use or Occupancy' line item in its 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, billed at the same $0.30 per square foot 'All Occupancies' multiplier tier as Remodeling, Shell Only Buildings (prior to tenant build-out), and Porches/Decks, per the codified ordinance site (utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com), which serves the full Exhibit A table. A new or amended Certificate of Occupancy is issued upon passing final inspection.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- 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.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Use or Occupancy | $0.30 per square foot | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, 'All Occupancies — Change in Use or Occupancy' row. Show full citationHideUtah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Building Type & Size' table, 'All Occupancies — Change in Use or Occupancy' row. Same $0.30/sq ft multiplier tier as Remodeling, Shell Only Buildings (prior to tenant build-out), and Porches/Decks. Includes Plan Review Fee and State of Utah surcharge; does not include bonds. Source: the codified ordinance site (utahcounty.municipalcodeonline.com). |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $101.00 | Utah County Code, Fee Schedule — Building Permits, Exhibit A (effective 4/3/2012), 'Permit Fee by Activity & Flat Fee — Minimum permit fee.' General floor applicable to any permit type, including a change of use, if the per-square-foot calculation falls below it. |
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