How much does a residential building permit cost in Unincorporated Utah County?

Unincorporated Utah County charges building permit fees by building type and size (Exhibit A): residential (R-3/R-4) is $1.00 per square foot, which includes the plan review fee and state surcharge. Multi-family/hotels (R-1/R-2) are $1.50/sq ft. Unfinished basements are $0.30/sq ft. The minimum permit fee is $101.

How long does permit review take in Unincorporated Utah County?

Unincorporated Utah County notifies applicants within 14 working days whether a building permit is approved or needs corrections.

Residential Building Permit in Unincorporated Utah County, Utah

Required for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in Unincorporated Utah County.

Verified 2026-06-27 · Source

When you need this permit

Project valuation over $500
New construction or structural modification
Changes to electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems

Required documents

Req
Building Plans
Complete construction drawings to scale (floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details). Most Utah jurisdictions now require a single PDF set uploaded through their online permit portal.
Req
Site Plan
Property survey showing setbacks and footprint
Req
Energy Compliance
REScheck or equivalent energy calculation
Req
Engineered Truss Plans
Sealed truss layouts for new construction

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit (Residential R-3/R-4)	$1.00 per sq ft (includes plan review fee and state surcharge)	—
Building Permit (Hotels/Multi-Family R-1/R-2)	$1.50 per sq ft	—
Unfinished Basement	$0.30 per sq ft	—
Minimum Permit Fee	$101	—

Review timeline

5–14 business days

Unincorporated Utah County’s published plan-review target

Inspection process

1
Foundation
Before concrete pour — forms, rebar, anchor bolts
2
Framing
After framing, sheathing, and roof — before insulation
3
Insulation
After insulation installed, before drywall
4
Final
All work complete, ready for occupancy

Tips

Submit plans digitally through the Unincorporated Utah County City portal for faster review.
Schedule inspections at least 24 hours in advance.
Unincorporated Utah County enforces strict setback requirements — verify with planning before design.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a residential building permit cost in Unincorporated Utah County?: Unincorporated Utah County charges building permit fees by building type and size (Exhibit A): residential (R-3/R-4) is $1.00 per square foot, which includes the plan review fee and state surcharge. Multi-family/hotels (R-1/R-2) are $1.50/sq ft. Unfinished basements are $0.30/sq ft. The minimum permit fee is $101.
How long does permit review take in Unincorporated Utah County?: Unincorporated Utah County notifies applicants within 14 working days whether a building permit is approved or needs corrections.

Sources & verification

Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-27.

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 Unincorporated Utah County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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