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Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Additions / Alterations) in South Ogden, Utah

Required for new single-family residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in South Ogden. The Building Permit Fee is valuation-based per the city's own published fee table (distinct from Highland/Murray/Vineyard, which peg to the ICC schedule directly) — South Ogden publishes its own valuation brackets in the official City Fee Schedule. Rooftop or ground-mounted solar PV installation also falls under this general Building Permit — South Ogden does not publish a distinct solar-specific permit type, fee line, or application checklist anywhere on its Building & Inspections FAQ, Forms page, or the official City Fee Schedule (last amended 16 Jun 2026, checked directly by PDF text extraction 2026-07-19, no 'solar' or 'photovoltaic' mention found).

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When you need this permit

  • New single-family residential construction, additions, or structural alterations
  • Plans must be stamped: architectural plans by an architect or engineer; commercial structural sheets and structural calculations must be stamped by an engineer; plumbing/mechanical/electrical plans may require a stamp depending on complexity, per the official FAQ
  • Work must comply with the state-mandated 2024 IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC, 2021 IRC, 2023 NEC, and 2021 IFC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026 for IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC; IRC/NEC unchanged; South Ogden's own FAQ still lists 2021 editions for IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC and 2021 NEC as of live re-check 2026-07-16 — see codesAdopted), plus the city's published design factors (Seismic Zone D2, Roof Snow Load 30 psf, Wind Speed 115 mph 3-sec gust, Frost Depth 30", Ground Snow Load 43 psf, Allowable Soil Bearing 1,500 psi)

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Fee schedule

Building Permit Fee (valuation-based)South Ogden City Fee Schedule (last amended 16 Jun 2026, Building Department Fees § Building Permit Fees); this valuation table itself was last updated 18 Sep 2018 per Ordinance 18-12.
$0–$1,300: $47.00 flat. $1,301–$2,000: $47.00 for the first $1,300 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof. $2,001–$25,000: $68.35 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $25,001–$50,000: $390.35 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $50,001–$100,000: $642.85 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $100,001–$500,000: $992.85 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $500,001–$1,000,000: $3,232.85 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $1,000,001+: $5,607.85 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000,000 or fraction thereof.
Residential Plan Review FeeSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees.
45% of the building permit fee cost
Commercial Plan Check and Site Plan ReviewSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees. Included for reference; this is a commercial (non-residential) fee.
65% of the building permit fee cost
Re-inspection Fee (assessed under Section 108.8)South Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees.
$47.00 per hour
Inspections Outside Normal Business HoursSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees. Weekend inspections require Chief Building Official authorization per the official FAQ, and this overtime fee applies in addition to the base permit fee.
$47.00 per hour
Additional Plan Reviews Required by Changes to PlansSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees.
$47.00 per hour
Inspections for Which No Fee Is Specifically EstablishedSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees.
$47.00 per hour
Use of Outside Consultants for Plan Checking and InspectionsSouth Ogden City Fee Schedule, § Building Inspection Fees.
Actual costs plus 5% administrative fee

Review timeline

Plan review
Not published — contact the department

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Sewer/Water Lateral Inspection

    Water lateral connected with approved fitting; sewer lateral connected and set to grade at 1/4 inch per foot, with clean-out within 3 inches of the foundation, per the official Required Inspections document.

  2. 2

    Footing/Spot Footing Inspection

    Formed with steel hung in place, on natural ground without fill material, ice, or standing water.

  3. 3

    Foundation/Pier/Column Inspection

    Formed with steel tied in place, including all concrete-to-structure straps required by the plans.

  4. 4

    Under-Slab Plumbing Inspection

    All piping exposed and supported full length; requires a 10-foot head of water or air pressure test.

  5. 5

    Under-Slab Heating Inspection

    Under-slab heat duct material must be listed for its specific use; left fully exposed until inspected.

  6. 6

    Under-Slab Electrical Inspection

    Electrical systems to be covered by concrete must be left exposed and inspected first, including ground wiring to ground rods.

  7. 7

    Log and Beam Grading Inspection

    Done for all logs and rough-cut beams upon delivery, before installation; each piece must carry a visible lumber-grading stamp.

  8. 8

    Exterior Sheathing Inspection

    Required before any material is installed over structural sheathing; often combined with the 4-Way Rough Inspection.

  9. 9

    4-Way Rough Inspection

    Done before insulation; framing, electrical, heating/AC, and plumbing must be complete and ready for insulation and sheetrock.

  10. 10

    Flashing Inspection

    Done after exterior sheathing and before installation of exterior wall coverings.

  11. 11

    Fuel Gas Pipe Inspection

    Requires a meter clearance report, gas line sizing report, and air pressure test; often combined with the 4-Way Rough Inspection.

  12. 12

    Power-to-Panel Inspection

    Done when electrical wiring is complete enough for circuits to function once the power company energizes the meter base; all grounding must be in place.

  13. 13

    Insulation Inspection

    Done after walls and floors (including basement/crawlspace) are insulated per the approved energy analysis, before sheetrock or wall covering.

  14. 14

    Final Inspection

    Done when all items are complete and the structure is ready for occupancy.

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

Tips

  • South Ogden publishes its own self-contained valuation-based Building Permit Fee table (last set by Ordinance 18-12, 18 Sep 2018) rather than pegging to the ICC's own schedule directly, unlike some neighboring Utah cities.
  • Residential plan review is billed at 45% of the building permit fee; commercial plan check/site plan review is 65% — these are separate line items from the base permit fee itself.
  • Weekend inspections are the exception, not the rule — they require Chief Building Official authorization, an extra overtime charge, and payment must go directly to the City, never to an inspector.
  • Solar panel (PV) installations use the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee as other construction — South Ogden does not publish a distinct solar permit type or fee as of 2026-07-19.
  • EV charger/EVSE installation likewise uses the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee as other construction — South Ogden does not publish a distinct EV-charger permit type or fee line anywhere on its Building & Inspections FAQ, Forms page, or official City Fee Schedule (last amended 16 Jun 2026, re-checked by PDF text extraction 2026-07-20, no 'EV', 'electric vehicle', or 'EVSE' mention found).

Frequently asked questions

South Ogden requires a residential building permit (new construction / additions / alterations) for: New single-family residential construction, additions, or structural alterations; Plans must be stamped: architectural plans by an architect or engineer; commercial structural sheets and structural calculations must be stamped by an engineer; plumbing/mechanical/electrical plans may require a stamp depending on complexity, per the official FAQ; Work must comply with the state-mandated 2024 IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC, 2021 IRC, 2023 NEC, and 2021 IFC (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026 for IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC; IRC/NEC unchanged; South Ogden's own FAQ still lists 2021 editions for IBC/IPC/IMC/IFGC and 2021 NEC as of live re-check 2026-07-16 — see codesAdopted), plus the city's published design factors (Seismic Zone D2, Roof Snow Load 30 psf, Wind Speed 115 mph 3-sec gust, Frost Depth 30", Ground Snow Load 43 psf, Allowable Soil Bearing 1,500 psi). If your project isn't listed, confirm with South Ogden City Building & Inspections Department at (801) 622-2913 or (801) 622-2713 (Building Official Tyson Egbert); general department (801) 622-2700 before starting work.

Per the official South Ogden City Fee Schedule, the Building Permit Fee is valuation-based, starting at $47.00 for projects valued up to $1,300, scaling up through published brackets to $5,607.85 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 per additional $1,000,000 or fraction thereof. A separate Residential Plan Review Fee of 45% of the permit fee also applies.

South Ogden does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact South Ogden City Building & Inspections Department at (801) 622-2913 or (801) 622-2713 (Building Official Tyson Egbert); general department (801) 622-2700 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Building Permit Application. Depending on your project, South Ogden may also ask for: Owner/Builder Certificate. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

South Ogden requires 14 inspection(s) for a residential building permit (new construction / additions / alterations), in order: Sewer/Water Lateral Inspection, Footing/Spot Footing Inspection, Foundation/Pier/Column Inspection, Under-Slab Plumbing Inspection, Under-Slab Heating Inspection, Under-Slab Electrical Inspection, Log and Beam Grading Inspection, Exterior Sheathing Inspection, 4-Way Rough Inspection, Flashing Inspection, Fuel Gas Pipe Inspection, Power-to-Panel Inspection, Insulation Inspection, Final Inspection. Schedule each through South Ogden City Building & Inspections Department ((801) 622-2913 or (801) 622-2713 (Building Official Tyson Egbert); general department (801) 622-2700).

Apply through South Ogden City Building & Inspections Department at 3950 S Adams Ave., South Ogden, UT 84403. Phone: (801) 622-2913 or (801) 622-2713 (Building Official Tyson Egbert); general department (801) 622-2700, email: tegbert@southogdencity.gov. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, per the official Building & Inspections Department page. Inspection scheduling calls must be placed between 9:00 AM–3:00 PM with at least 24 hours notice, per the official FAQ page.. Official information: https://www.southogdencity.com/departments/building_&_inspections/index.php.

State law (Utah Code § 15A-2-103, effective 7/1/2026) now mandates the 2024 IBC, 2024 IPC, 2024 IMC, 2024 IFGC, 2021 IRC, and 2023 NEC. South Ogden's own official Building & Inspections FAQ has not yet been updated to reflect this (live re-check 2026-07-16) and still lists the 2021 editions of the IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC, NEC, IFGC, and IFC, plus the 2009 IBC (ICC/ANSI A117.1) for accessibility standards — the city's 2021 NEC citation is a separate, pre-existing lag that predates the 2026 code-cycle flip.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-20.

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

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