City Building Permits
Town of Mantua, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Town of Mantua, Utah. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within the incorporated limits of the Town of Mantua, Utah. Mantua is a small mountain town at the mouth of Box Elder Canyon. Building permits in Mantua are submitted to Box Elder County Building Permits / Inspection for processing. Mantua Town reviews applications for local zoning ordinance compliance before the county completes review and issues the permit.
- Department
- Town of Mantua
- Address
- 409 North Main Street, Mantua, Utah 84324
- Phone
- 435-723-7054
- townhall@mantuautah.gov
- Website
- https://www.mantuautah.gov/
Online Permit Portal
Platform: CivicReview • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Download and review the Town of Mantua Building Packet from https://www.mantuautah.gov/forms-and-applications to understand local requirements (setbacks, ordinance compliance).
- Contact the Mantua Zoning Administrator (Robert Thayne, 435-279-7445) to confirm zoning compliance and setback requirements before submitting.
- Complete the Box Elder County Building Permit Application (link provided on Mantua's forms page) and prepare required engineer-stamped plans.
- Submit the application online through the Box Elder County CivicReview portal or in person at the county office. Electronic submittal by email also accepted at dfuhriman@boxeldercountyut.gov.
- Box Elder County forwards the application to the Town of Mantua for ordinance compliance review.
- Mantua reviews lot size, setbacks, building heights, and relevant ordinances.
- Approved permit returns to Box Elder County for final review (average 7-10 business days county processing time).
- County returns completed permit to the Mantua Town Clerk.
- Pay fees and receive permit.
Typical processing time: Average 7-10 business days county processing time (after Mantua local review)
Source: Town of Mantua
General Requirements
Regulated construction in Mantua requires permits per the adopted 2021 IBC/IRC and local ordinances.
Required Documents
- Box Elder County Building Permit Application
- Engineer-stamped construction plans
- Site plan
- Supporting documentation as required
- Building code
- 2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, NEC, and related codes as adopted statewide under Utah Title 15A
- Owner-builder
- Utah statewide DOPL owner-builder rules apply
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL licensing required. License verification: https://secure.utah.gov/llv/search/index.html
Fees
- Permit fee formula
- Box Elder County ICC Fee Structure
- Payment note
- Credit cards accepted for payment of building permits. Verify current fees at the Box Elder County fee schedule URL before applying.
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2026).
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Town of Mantua to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- 435-734-2634 (Box Elder County Building Permits) (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24-hour advance notice (Box Elder County standard)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Box Elder County)
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, NEC, and related codes as adopted statewide under Utah Title 15A
- Verify contractor license: DOPL License Lookup
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Town of Mantua Building Packet
- Box Elder County Building Permits
- License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Mantua before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Town of Mantua Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Town of Mantua, UT?
- Regulated construction in Mantua requires permits per the adopted 2021 IBC/IRC and local ordinances.
- How much does a building permit cost in Town of Mantua, UT?
- Fees are calculated as: Box Elder County ICC Fee Structure.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Mantua, UT?
- 1. Download and review the Town of Mantua Building Packet from https://www.mantuautah.gov/forms-and-applications to understand local requirements (setbacks, ordinance compliance). 2. Contact the Mantua Zoning Administrator (Robert Thayne, 435-279-7445) to confirm zoning compliance and setback requirements before submitting. 3. Complete the Box Elder County Building Permit Application (link provided on Mantua's forms page) and prepare required engineer-stamped plans. 4. Submit the application online through the Box Elder County CivicReview portal or in person at the county office. Electronic submittal by email also accepted at dfuhriman@boxeldercountyut.gov. 5. Box Elder County forwards the application to the Town of Mantua for ordinance compliance review. 6. Mantua reviews lot size, setbacks, building heights, and relevant ordinances. 7. Approved permit returns to Box Elder County for final review (average 7-10 business days county processing time). 8. County returns completed permit to the Mantua Town Clerk. 9. Pay fees and receive permit.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Mantua, UT?
- Typical processing time is Average 7-10 business days county processing time (after Mantua local review).
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Mantua, UT?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: 435-734-2634 (Box Elder County Building Permits). 24-hour advance notice (Box Elder County standard).
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