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Santa Clara building permits
VerifiedSanta Clara, Utah — as published 2026-07-19.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction and any work regulated by the statewide-adopted 2021 IRC and 2024 IBC with Utah amendments (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026 for IBC; IRC unchanged). Santa Clara's Building Fee is valuation-based (current ICC rates) plus a 10% Plan Review Fee and 1% Utah State Surcharge, and the city's own municipal code sets a 10-day plan-review return requirement.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family residential construction
- Any work regulated by the adopted 2021 IRC with Utah state amendments
- Building permit application with plans/specifications submitted in duplicate plus one PDF digital copy, verified by the person performing or in charge of the work (waivable by the building official), per Santa Clara City Code § 15.04.020
- Exempt only where retail material cost is under $500 AND the work does not enlarge the structure or affect its walls, per § 15.04.010(B)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (plans and specifications, duplicate + 1 PDF)Submitted in duplicate with one PDF digital copy, verified by the person who will perform or be in charge of the construction, per Santa Clara City Code § 15.04.020. Applications are processed through the city's online permit portal.
- RequiredClimatic & Geographic Design CriteriaSanta Clara City's published structural design criteria document (snow load, seismic, wind, frost depth), available in the Building Department's document library.
- OptionalGrading & Drainage Plan ChecklistRequired for site grading and drainage plan submittals, per Santa Clara City's Building Department document library.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Fee | Based on Valuation (current ICC rates) | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026: 'Building Fees — Based on Valuation.' Source: https://cdn.santaclarautah.gov/file/scweb-prod/2026/02/Building-Permit-Fees-Effective-Jan-2026.pdf. Show full citationHideSanta Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026: 'Building Fees — Based on Valuation.' Source: https://cdn.santaclarautah.gov/file/scweb-prod/2026/02/Building-Permit-Fees-Effective-Jan-2026.pdf. Valuation determined using current ICC Building Valuation Data rates (specific per-square-foot table not separately published by the city; the city's fee sheet references 'current ICC rates' generally rather than reproducing the ICC table). |
| Plan Review Fee | 10% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026: 'Plan Review Fee — 10% of Building Fee.' |
| Utah State Surcharge | 1% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026: 'Utah State Surcharge — 1% of Building Fee.' This is the statewide Uniform Building Code Commission surcharge collected by all Utah jurisdictions per Utah Code § 15A-1-403. |
| Minimum Building Inspection Fee | $56.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026, 'Building Inspection Fees' section: 'Minimum Bldg. Inspection Fee — $56.00.' |
| New Home Maintenance Deposit | $500.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026, 'Maintenance Deposits' section: 'New Home — $500.00.' |
| Water Connect (Culinary), 3/4-inch meter or less | $327.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. Larger meter sizes scale up to $5,900.00 for a 6-inch meter; see source document for full table. |
| Water Impact Fee, 3/4-inch meter or less | $3,057.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. Larger meter sizes scale up to $196,412.00 for a 6-inch meter; see source document for full table. |
| Sewer Connection Fee (City) | $774.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. |
| Electrical Connect (Underground, up to 200 amp) | $758.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. 400 amp underground service is $820.00. |
| Electrical Impact Fee (200 amp) | $4,454.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. 400 amp service is $8,908.00. |
| Street Impact Fee | $3,776.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. Multiplex rate is $2,324.00. |
| Parks & Trails Impact Fee | $2,372.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. |
| Public Safety Impact Fee | $1,230.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026. |
| Storm Water Impact Fee (Fixed Rate by Zone, single-family) | R-1-10(.23): $2,163.98 | R-1-10(.18): $1,693.55 | R-1-6(.14): $1,317.21 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026, 'Storm Water Impact' section, fixed rate by zoning designation. A variable per-acre rate of $9,408.62 also applies for larger/non-standard parcels (RA zone). |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential rooftop, pole-mount, or ground-mount solar photovoltaic (PV) installations up to 12 kW AC that interconnect with Santa Clara City's municipal electric utility. Santa Clara City is its own power provider (not Rocky Mountain Power), so this permit bundles the building permit, a dedicated Solar Permit Application, and a required Renewable Net Metering & Interconnection Agreement into one process administered jointly by the Building Department and City Power Department. Commercial solar systems are not covered under this residential net metering policy and require a separate review/system impact study.
Verified 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Residential system limited to a maximum of 12 kW AC installed capacity under the City's Net Metering Policy (adopted February 24, 2016); commercial customers are reviewed separately and are not eligible under this policy
- All equipment, signage, and installation practices must meet NEC Articles 690 and 705
- Completed Building Permit Application plus the dedicated Solar Permit Application and signed Net Metering Agreement
- One-page site map and system one-line diagram showing solar module locations, inverter, batteries (if any), lockable disconnect switch, and utility point of connection, with installation address and installer's name/phone
- Structural load design and letter from a structural engineer licensed in the State of Utah
- Pre-operation inspection and written City approval required before the Facility may begin parallel operation with the City's electric distribution system
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit ApplicationSanta Clara City's dedicated solar application form (distinct from the general building permit form), capturing system type (utility interactive/dedicated circuit/stand-alone), kW AC installed capacity, module/inverter manufacturer and model, array location (rooftop/pole mount/ground mount), and inverter location.
- RequiredSite Map and System One-Line DiagramOne-page diagram indicating the location of the solar electric modules, inverter, batteries (if any), lockable disconnect switch, and point of connection with the utility system, with all electrical equipment specifications and calculations shown.
- RequiredEquipment DatasheetsDatasheets for all proposed equipment (solar panels, inverters, cable, etc.).
- RequiredStructural Load Design LetterStructural load design and letter from a structural engineer licensed in the State of Utah.
- RequiredRenewable Net Metering & Interconnection AgreementSigned agreement between the customer and Santa Clara City (City Power Department) governing net metering billing, the Solar Reliability Charge, Renewable Power Rate, disconnect device requirements, and pre-operation inspection.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $25.00 | Santa Clara City Solar Permit Application form, Building Fee Schedule section: 'Application Fee — $25.00.' |
| Net Meter Fee | $275.00 | Santa Clara City Solar Permit Application form, Building Fee Schedule section: 'Net Meter Fee — $275.00.' |
| Maintenance Deposit (Solar) | $500.00 | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026, 'Maintenance Deposits' section: 'Solar — $500.00' (confirmed consistent with the $500.00 Maintenance Deposit pre-printed on the Solar… Show full citationHideSanta Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026, 'Maintenance Deposits' section: 'Solar — $500.00' (confirmed consistent with the $500.00 Maintenance Deposit pre-printed on the Solar Permit Application form). Refundable after final inspection if the site is kept clean and the inspection is passed. |
| Building Fee | Based on Valuation (current ICC rates) | Santa Clara City Solar Permit Application form and Building Permit Fees schedule both list a valuation-based Building Fee line, calculated the same as the general residential building permit. |
| Plan Review Fee | 10% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City Building Permit Fees, effective January 2026: 'Plan Review Fee — 10% of Building Fee' (same rate applied on the Solar Permit Application form). |
| State Fee | 1% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City Solar Permit Application form, Building Fee Schedule section: 'State Fee (1%).' Matches the statewide Uniform Building Code Commission surcharge (Utah Code § 15A-1-403). |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Conditional Use Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Santa Clara, in addition to the standard building permit. Governed by Zoning Ordinance #2022-04; reviewed by a weekly Technical Review Committee (TRC) as an Administrative Conditional Use.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- ADU must be located on the same lot as an existing single-family owner-occupied dwelling on residentially zoned property
- ADU must contain complete cooking and bathroom facilities independent from the primary dwelling
- ADU must maintain the single-family appearance and character of the neighborhood
- ADU must be served by the same power and culinary water meters as the primary dwelling
- ADU must be rented for periods of 30 consecutive days or more (short-term rental use is prohibited)
- One ADU per property is permitted
- One additional off-street parking space required
- Building permit required for all new, remodel, and finish work associated with the ADU; compliance with the adopted IRC and state amendments is required
Required documents
- RequiredAccessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Conditional Use ApplicationOfficial city application form (rev. August 2025) requiring a site/plot plan (showing existing/proposed buildings, off-street parking, ADU location/dimensions) and floor plans (architectural layout, door/window sizes, ceiling height, smoke/CO detector locations).
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationA separate building permit is required for all new construction, remodel, and finish work associated with the ADU, per the ADU Conditional Use Application form.
- RequiredLegal Description of Property (Washington County Recorder's Office)Required on a separate single-sided original page for recording, per the ADU application's Washington County Recorder's Office requirements.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU Conditional Use Filing Fee | $100.00 | Santa Clara City ADU Conditional Use Application (rev. Show full citationHideSanta Clara City ADU Conditional Use Application (rev. August 2025): 'Filing Fees: $100.00,' as provided by Santa Clara, Utah Zoning Ordinance #2022-04. This is separate from and in addition to the standard building permit fees for the ADU construction itself (see residential-building-permit entry). |
Commercial Building Permit
Required for new commercial construction in Santa Clara, regulated by the 2024 IBC (current statewide per Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026). Santa Clara City's own 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026) sets Building Fees as valuation-based per current ICC rates, with a 10% Plan Review Fee and a 1% Utah State Surcharge — the schedule does not publish a separate residential/commercial split or a dedicated commercial valuation table distinct from these generic rates.
Reviewed 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- New commercial construction regulated by the 2024 IBC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a))
- Application submitted through the Santa Clara City Inspect online portal (utah.cityinspect.com)
- Project valuation stated on the application, based on current ICC Building Valuation Data rates per the city's own fee schedule
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CityInspect)Submitted online via Santa Clara City's CityInspect portal. No dedicated commercial-specific submittal checklist document was located on santaclarautah.gov as of 2026-07-19 — the Building Department page's document library lists forms such as the Gas Sizing Installation Plan, Grading & Drainage Plan Checklist, and Climatic & Geographic Design Criteria, but no commercial-plan-submittal-specific checklist distinct from these general construction documents.
- RequiredGrading & Drainage Plan ChecklistSanta Clara City's published checklist for grading and drainage plans, applicable to commercial site development.
- RequiredConstruction Plans and EngineeringFull architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plans reflecting the 2024 IBC and Utah's adopted Climatic & Geographic Design Criteria (2021).
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Fees (valuation-based) | Based on Valuation, using current ICC rates | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026), 'Building Fee Valuation: Based on current ICC rates.' Not split by residential vs. commercial in the published document. |
| Plan Review Fee | 10% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026): 'Plan Review Fee — 10% of Building Fee.' No commercial-specific percentage is separately published. |
| Utah State Surcharge | 1% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026): 'Utah State Surcharge — 1% of Building Fee.' |
| Minimum Building Inspection Fee | $56.00 | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026): 'Minimum Bldg. Inspection Fee — $56.00.' |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $56.00 | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026): 'Re-Inspection Fee — $56.00.' |
| Maintenance Deposit (commercial, catch-all 'All Others' category) | $100.00 | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026), 'Maintenance Deposits' table: 'All Others — $100.00' (distinct from the $500.00 deposit for New Home, Pool, or Solar) —… Show full citationHideSanta Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026), 'Maintenance Deposits' table: 'All Others — $100.00' (distinct from the $500.00 deposit for New Home, Pool, or Solar) — commercial construction is presumed to fall under this catch-all category, though the schedule does not explicitly label it as commercial. |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Tenant Finish Permit
Required for tenant improvement and tenant finish work in existing commercial buildings in Santa Clara. No dedicated tenant-improvement checklist, application category, or fee line distinct from new commercial construction was found published on santaclarautah.gov as of 2026-07-19 — the same generic 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026) that governs the Commercial Building Permit entry in this file is the only identified fee mechanism.
Reviewed 2026-07-19 · Source
Requirements
- Commercial remodel or tenant improvement work in an existing commercial structure
- Application submitted through the Santa Clara City Inspect online portal (utah.cityinspect.com)
- Project valuation stated on the application, based on current ICC Building Valuation Data rates
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (CityInspect)Submitted online via Santa Clara City's CityInspect portal. No tenant-improvement-specific checklist document was located on santaclarautah.gov as of 2026-07-19.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Fees (valuation-based), inferred mechanism | Based on Valuation, using current ICC rates | Santa Clara City's 'Building Permit Fees' schedule publishes only one generic valuation-based Building Fee line, with no tenant-improvement-specific rate. Show full citationHideSanta Clara City's 'Building Permit Fees' schedule publishes only one generic valuation-based Building Fee line, with no tenant-improvement-specific rate. This entry assumes the same mechanism applies to TI work, but that has not been independently confirmed against a TI-specific line item. |
| Plan Review Fee | 10% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026): 'Plan Review Fee — 10% of Building Fee' — not split by permit type. |
| Utah State Surcharge | 1% of Building Fee | Santa Clara City 'Building Permit Fees' schedule (effective January 2026). |
Sources & verification
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