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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Page
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of a building or structure, or to install or alter regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems must apply to the building official and obtain the required permit.
One-story detached accessory structures up to 120 square feet
Fences not over 6 feet high
Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge
Sidewalks and driveways
Finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, and countertops
Prefabricated pools less than 24 inches deep
Swings and other play equipment
Certain window awnings
- Exempt One-story detached accessory structures up to 120 square feet
- Exempt Fences not over 6 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge
- Exempt Sidewalks and driveways
- Exempt Finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, and countertops
- Exempt Prefabricated pools less than 24 inches deep
- Exempt Swings and other play equipment
- Exempt Certain window awnings
Note: In areas using septic systems, such as Ranchette Estates, the city may not issue a building permit before receiving county health approval. Verify all requirements before commencing design work.
Required documents
- Building permit application
- Site and plot plan information
- House plans
- Truss calculations
- Engineering specifications where required
- Building code
- 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IEBC, 2018 International Pool and Spa Code, 2017 NEC, and 2012 IECC
- Permit validity
- Final inspection and approval are required before occupancy
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must hold appropriate state licenses and comply with city requirements
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Varies by project complexity
- 01 Review Building and Safety page for required residential plan review documents
- 02 Prepare building permit application and supporting documents
- 03 Submit through the city's online permit portal
- 04 City staff reviews completeness and processes application
- 05 Pay plan review fees before plan review begins
- 06 Respond to any correction comments and resubmit if required
- 07 Receive permit approval and commence work
Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective January 25, 2023
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Must be paid before plan review begins
02
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based per consolidated fee schedule
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective January 25, 2023) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact building inspector (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Schedule inspection with the building inspector 24 hours in advance
Typical sequence: Final inspection and approval are required before occupancy
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Page permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Page, AZ? ▸
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of a building or structure, or to install or alter regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems must apply to the building official and obtain the required permit.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Page, AZ? ▸
Building permit fees in Page, AZ are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based per consolidated fee schedule. Plan check fee: Must be paid before plan review begins.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Page, AZ? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Page, AZ, follow these steps: 1. Review Building and Safety page for required residential plan review documents 2. Prepare building permit application and supporting documents 3. Submit through the city's online permit portal 4. City staff reviews completeness and processes application 5. Pay plan review fees before plan review begins 6. Respond to any correction comments and resubmit if required 7. Receive permit approval and commence work
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Page, AZ? ▸
Building permit processing times in Page, AZ typically run Varies by project complexity. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Page, AZ? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Page, AZ. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures up to 120 square feet; Fences not over 6 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high unless supporting a surcharge; Sidewalks and driveways; Finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, and countertops; Prefabricated pools less than 24 inches deep; Swings and other play equipment; Certain window awnings. Note: In areas using septic systems, such as Ranchette Estates, the city may not issue a building permit before receiving county health approval. Verify all requirements before commencing design work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Page, AZ? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Page, AZ via: Contact building inspector. Schedule inspection with the building inspector 24 hours in advance.
last verified April 2026
source City of Page Building and Safety ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Page Building and Safety before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.