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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Mantua
Regulated construction in Mantua requires permits per the adopted 2021 IBC/IRC and local ordinances.
Note: Based on 2021 IRC/IBC statewide baseline exemptions. Confirm with Mantua Town at 435-723-7054.
- 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
Application process
Typical processing: Average 7-10 business days county processing time (after Mantua local review)
- 01 Download and review the Town of Mantua Building Packet from https://www.mantuautah.gov/forms-and-applications to understand local requirements (setbacks, ordinance compliance).
- 02 Contact the Mantua Zoning Administrator (Robert Thayne, 435-279-7445) to confirm zoning compliance and setback requirements before submitting.
- 03 Complete the Box Elder County Building Permit Application (link provided on Mantua's forms page) and prepare required engineer-stamped plans.
- 04 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.
- 05 Box Elder County forwards the application to the Town of Mantua for ordinance compliance review.
- 06 Mantua reviews lot size, setbacks, building heights, and relevant ordinances.
- 07 Approved permit returns to Box Elder County for final review (average 7-10 business days county processing time).
- 08 County returns completed permit to the Mantua Town Clerk.
- 09 Pay fees and receive permit.
Typical processing time: Average 7-10 business days county processing time (after Mantua local review)
Source: Town of Mantua ↗
Fee schedule
Effective 2026
Credit cards accepted for payment of building permits. Verify current fees at the Box Elder County fee schedule URL before applying.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2026) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 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)
Source: Town of Mantua ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Mantua permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Mantua, UT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Mantua, UT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Mantua, UT? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Mantua, UT? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Mantua, UT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Mantua before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.