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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Minersville
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, alter, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system must first obtain the required permit.
Structures up to 200 square feet without electricity
Fences not over 7 feet high
Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height not supporting surcharge
Ordinary repairs and maintenance not involving structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing changes
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep
One-story detached accessory structures with floor area not exceeding 200 square feet and no electrical
- Exempt Structures up to 200 square feet without electricity
- Exempt Fences not over 7 feet high
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height not supporting surcharge
- Exempt Ordinary repairs and maintenance not involving structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing changes
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep
- Exempt One-story detached accessory structures with floor area not exceeding 200 square feet and no electrical
Note: Same as unincorporated Beaver County; contact building department before treating work as exempt
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Two full sets of construction plans per Beaver County Building Plan Requirements
- Owner-Builder and Inspection Notice Form (if owner-builder)
- Utah DOPL contractor license information (if licensed contractor)
- Wastewater/septic permit (if not on public sewer)
- Structural engineer stamp (if applicable)
- Building code
- 2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IECC, and current NEC, as adopted statewide under Utah Title 15A and enforced by the Beaver County Building Official; local ordinances referenced at Minersville Town Code of Ordinances
- Permit validity
- Default IRC/IBC standard (180 days without commencement or ongoing activity) applies; confirm with county building official or Minersville Town Hall
- Owner-builder
- Same statewide rules apply (Utah Code Section 58-55-305); 2025 Owner-Builder and Inspection Notice Form required and forwarded to dopltech@utah.gov per state requirements
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL state contractor license required
Source: Minersville Town (building inspections contracted to Beaver County Building Department) ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Usually approved within 14 business days if all required items are submitted
- 01 Confirm project is within Minersville Town limits.
- 02 Contact Minersville Town Hall at 435-386-2242 regarding local zoning, land use, and any municipal requirements.
- 03 Review Minersville Town Code of Ordinances for local building and zoning requirements.
- 04 Arrange wastewater/septic permits if not on public sewer.
- 05 Prepare two complete sets of construction plans per Beaver County Building Plan Requirements.
- 06 Download and complete building permit application from Beaver County Permits page; if using owner-builder exemption, also complete 2025 Owner-Builder and Inspection Notice Form.
- 07 Submit application and plan sets to Beaver County Building Department at 105 East Center Street, Beaver, UT 84713 (in person or by mail to P.O. Box 1013); confirm with Minersville Town Hall whether any documents must also be submitted locally.
- 08 Pay applicable permit fees; confirm fee payment procedures with Minersville Town Hall and county building department.
- 09 Post approved permit at the job site.
- 10 Schedule required inspections through Beaver County Building Department at 435-438-6484 with at least 24 hours advance notice (if Monday inspection needed, call by prior Friday).
Typical processing time: Usually approved within 14 business days if all required items are submitted
Source: Minersville Town (building inspections contracted to Beaver County Building Department) ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 435-438-6484 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours minimum advance notice required; if Monday inspection needed, call by prior Friday
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Same as unincorporated Beaver County: Interior/Exterior Spot Footings, Foundations, Underground Electrical and Plumbing, Framing, Rough Plumbing, Rough Electrical, Rough Mechanical, Insulation, Weather Resistive Barrier and Flashing, Drywall/Firewall, Shower Pan, Exterior, Gas Piping, Electrical Service Panel, Final Inspection. Certificate of Occupancy requires all inspections passed.
Source: Minersville Town (building inspections contracted to Beaver County Building Department) ↗
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Minersville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Minersville, UT? ▸
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, alter, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system must first obtain the required permit.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Minersville, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Minersville, UT, follow these steps: 1. Confirm project is within Minersville Town limits. 2. Contact Minersville Town Hall at 435-386-2242 regarding local zoning, land use, and any municipal requirements. 3. Review Minersville Town Code of Ordinances for local building and zoning requirements. 4. Arrange wastewater/septic permits if not on public sewer. 5. Prepare two complete sets of construction plans per Beaver County Building Plan Requirements. 6. Download and complete building permit application from Beaver County Permits page; if using owner-builder exemption, also complete 2025 Owner-Builder and Inspection Notice Form. 7. Submit application and plan sets to Beaver County Building Department at 105 East Center Street, Beaver, UT 84713 (in person or by mail to P.O. Box 1013); confirm with Minersville Town Hall whether any documents must also be submitted locally. 8. Pay applicable permit fees; confirm fee payment procedures with Minersville Town Hall and county building department. 9. Post approved permit at the job site. 10. Schedule required inspections through Beaver County Building Department at 435-438-6484 with at least 24 hours advance notice (if Monday inspection needed, call by prior Friday).
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Minersville, UT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Minersville, UT typically run Usually approved within 14 business days if all required items are submitted. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Minersville, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Minersville, UT. The following work is generally exempt: Structures up to 200 square feet without electricity; Fences not over 7 feet high; Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height not supporting surcharge; Ordinary repairs and maintenance not involving structural, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing changes; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep; One-story detached accessory structures with floor area not exceeding 200 square feet and no electrical. Note: Same as unincorporated Beaver County; contact building department before treating work as exempt When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Minersville, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Minersville, UT via: 435-438-6484. 24 hours minimum advance notice required; if Monday inspection needed, call by prior Friday.
last verified April 2026
source Minersville Town (building inspections contracted to Beaver County Building Department) ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Minersville Town (building inspections contracted to Beaver County Building Department) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.