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Residential Building Permit in Ogden, Utah

Required for new residential construction, additions, structural alterations, and work requiring plan review under Ogden City Code Title 16 and the adopted Utah State Construction Code (2021 IRC, unchanged; 2024 IBC, effective July 1, 2026, superseded the 2021 edition).

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

When you need this permit

  • New single-family or multi-family residential construction
  • Additions — any work enlarging, altering, or repairing a structure
  • Structural modifications — load-bearing wall removal, foundation alterations, new window or door openings
  • Conversion of non-habitable to habitable space (e.g., finishing basement, bedrooms, attic spaces)
  • Changing the use of a building

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Fee schedule

Building Permit — valuation $1.00–$1,200.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a (Technical Code Base Fee Schedule), 2026 S-26 current, amended by Ord. 2025-43 (12/16/2025), Ord. 2026-2 (3/24/2026), Ord. 2026-6 (5/5/2026); note: AMlegal indicates these amendments are pending codification as of June 2026
$70.50
Building Permit — valuation $1,201.00–$2,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$70.50 for the first $1,200.00 plus $2.78 for each additional $100.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $2,001.00–$25,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$92.75 for the first $2,000.00 plus $16.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $25,001.00–$50,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$460.75 for the first $25,000.00 plus $11.50 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $50,001.00–$100,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$748.25 for the first $50,000.00 plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $100,001.00–$500,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$1,148.25 for the first $100,000.00 plus $6.30 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $500,001.00–$1,000,000.00Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$3,668.25 for the first $500,000.00 plus $5.25 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00
Building Permit — valuation $1,000,001.00 and upOgden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.a
$6,293.25 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $4.00 for each additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof
Plan Review FeeOgden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.c. A $70.50 deposit is collected at application acceptance and deducted from final permit price.
65% of the Technical Code Base Fee Schedule, or if a lesser amount, the actual cost of performing the review
Over-the-Counter Plan ReviewOgden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.c. Available for simple residential projects (e.g., basement finish, existing space remodel). Most commercial projects require full submittal.
$47.00
Additional Plan Review (changes, additions, revisions to plans)Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.c
$47.00 per hour
Additional Inspections (not included in base fee)Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9.b
$47.00 per hour

Review timeline

Plan reviewOgden’s published plan-review target
10–15 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footing

    Before concrete pour — verify excavation, forms, rebar, and anchor bolts

  2. 2

    Foundation

    Foundation walls before backfill

  3. 3

    Framing

    After framing, sheathing, and rough-in MEP — before insulation or wall cover

  4. 4

    Insulation

    After insulation installed, before drywall

  5. 5

    Final

    All work complete — address posted on site, approved plans on site, ladder available for attic/roof access, site open and accessible

See the full Ogden inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Ogden's plan review takes 10–15 business days after the application is accepted and the $70.50 deposit is paid. A re-review takes 5–7 business days.
  • Apply online at https://egselfservice.ogdencity.com (Residential category) or in person at 2549 Washington Blvd, Suite 220. Schedule inspections by calling (801) 629-8950.
  • Seismic design categories D, E, and F all exist in Ogden — a geotechnical soils study is required per the Ogden Design Criteria page.
  • As of July 1, 2026, the 2024 IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC, IEBC take effect statewide in Utah. Plans accepted before that date are reviewed under the codes in effect on the submission date.
  • All contractors must be licensed with Utah DOPL. Residential owner-occupied work may be performed by the homeowner with a permit. Owner-builderContractor

Frequently asked questions

Ogden requires a residential building permit for: New single-family or multi-family residential construction; Additions — any work enlarging, altering, or repairing a structure; Structural modifications — load-bearing wall removal, foundation alterations, new window or door openings; Conversion of non-habitable to habitable space (e.g., finishing basement, bedrooms, attic spaces); Changing the use of a building. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Ogden City Building Permits & Inspections at (801) 629-8950 before starting work.

Ogden building permit fees are valuation-based per the Technical Code Base Fee Schedule in Ogden City Code § 4-6-1.A.9: $70.50 for work valued at $1,200 or less, scaling to $6,293.25 plus $4.00 per each additional $1,000 over $1,000,000. Plan review is 65% of the permit fee. Over-the-counter plan review for simple residential projects is $47. The fee schedule has been amended by Ord. 2026-6 (adopted 5/5/2026).

Per the Ogden Submittal Process page, plan review takes 10–15 business days after the application is accepted. A re-review (if needed) takes 5–7 business days. Over-the-counter review ($47) is available for simple residential projects like basement finishes.

You'll need: Building Permit Application; Complete Plan Set (one PDF); Energy Compliance — REScheck (one PDF). Depending on your project, Ogden may also ask for: Structural Calculations (one PDF); Geotechnical Soils Report (one PDF). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Ogden requires 5 inspection(s) for a residential building permit, in order: Footing, Foundation, Framing, Insulation, Final. Schedule each through Ogden City Building Permits & Inspections ((801) 629-8950).

Apply through Ogden City Building Permits & Inspections at 2549 Washington Boulevard, Suite 240, Ogden, UT 84401. Phone: (801) 629-8950, email: permits.insp@ogdencity.gov. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (excluding holidays). Official information: https://www.ogdencity.gov/183/Building-Permits-Inspections.

Ogden, Utah has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC), including Appendices C and J — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IBC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a)); 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) — currently in effect; unchanged by the July 1, 2026 statewide code-edition update (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b)); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IPC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d)); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IMC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e)); 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IFGC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f)); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — currently in effect; unchanged by the July 1, 2026 statewide code-edition update (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g)); 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IECC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h)); 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 IEBC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i)); Residential provisions of the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — currently in effect as of July 1, 2026, superseding the 2021 ISPSC that was in effect through June 30, 2026 (Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n)); NOTE (updated 2026-07-16): the July 1, 2026 transition forecast in the prior version of this entry has now occurred — confirmed live against Utah Code § 15A-2-103, current version (effective 7/1/2026, superseded 1/1/2027), read at le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/Chapter2/15A-2-S103.html. This file cites no Ogden-specific code-adoption webpage; all codesAdopted entries above are sourced directly from the statute.. Local amendments apply — see the Ogden overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.

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

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