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Perry City

How to apply for a building permit in Perry City, Utah. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Perry City Building Inspection Department

Street address
3005 South 1200 West, Perry, UT 84302
Phone
435-723-6461
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated limits of Perry City, Utah. Perry City coordinates building permit inspections with Box Elder County's Building Inspection office.
Online portal
Perry City Permits and Inspections
City website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Perry City

Building, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other regulated construction, addition, alteration, and repair work generally requires a permit in Perry City per the adopted building codes.

Note: Based on 2021 IRC/IBC statewide baseline exemptions. Perry City-specific exemptions not separately published on the reviewed public page. Confirm with Perry City at 435-723-6461. Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements.

Required documents
  • Permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction plans
  • Engineering as required
  • Project valuation information
Building code
Utah State Construction Code 2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, NEC, and related codes as adopted statewide
Permit validity
Not clearly published on the reviewed page; confirm with Perry City
Owner-builder
Utah statewide DOPL owner-builder rules apply. Confirm with Perry City for any local requirements.
Contractor requirements
Utah DOPL contractor licensing required for all regulated trade work. License verification: https://secure.utah.gov/llv/search/index.html

Source: Perry City Building Inspection Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Goal: 3-5 business days for residential; 5-10 business days for commercial (after complete submittal)

  1. 01
    Review Perry City's permit regulations at https://www.perrycityut.gov/permit-regulations.htm to determine permit requirements for your project.
  2. 02
    Contact Perry City at 435-723-6461 or visit the Permits and Inspections page to obtain the applicable permit application and forms.
  3. 03
    Prepare construction plans, site plan, and required supporting documents.
  4. 04
    Submit the application and plans to Perry City.
  5. 05
    Plans are reviewed for code compliance. Goal: residential review completed within 3-5 business days; commercial review within 5-10 business days.
  6. 06
    Respond to any plan review corrections and resubmit as needed.
  7. 07
    Pay permit fees upon approval.
  8. 08
    Receive permit; post on site and schedule inspections at required stages through the inspection office (435-734-2634).

Typical processing time: Goal: 3-5 business days for residential; 5-10 business days for commercial (after complete submittal)

Source: Perry City Building Inspection Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Perry City building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Residential: up to 50% of the building permit fee; Commercial: up to 65% of the building permit fee
02
Permit fee formula
Building permit fees for new construction are based on the value of the work as determined by the Building Official, using a square-foot cost calculation. The fee schedule historically referenced Table 3-A of the 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as a baseline.
03
Reinspection fee
Not clearly published on the reviewed page; confirm with the city

Fees change. Verify current amounts directly with Perry City before applying.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 435-734-2634 (Box Elder County inspection scheduling) (phone)
  • 435-723-6461 (Perry City for permit and inspection information) (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24-hour advance notice is standard practice in Box Elder County; confirm with Perry City

Typical sequence: Foundation, rough trades, framing, insulation, final inspection. Required inspections are specified in the permit or plan review.

Source: Perry City Building Inspection Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Perry City permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Perry City, UT? ▸
Building, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other regulated construction, addition, alteration, and repair work generally requires a permit in Perry City per the adopted building codes.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Perry City, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in Perry City, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fees for new construction are based on the value of the work as determined by the Building Official, using a square-foot cost calculation. The fee schedule historically referenced Table 3-A of the 1997 Uniform Administrative Code as a baseline.. Plan check fee: Residential: up to 50% of the building permit fee; Commercial: up to 65% of the building permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Perry City, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Perry City, UT, follow these steps: 1. Review Perry City's permit regulations at https://www.perrycityut.gov/permit-regulations.htm to determine permit requirements for your project. 2. Contact Perry City at 435-723-6461 or visit the Permits and Inspections page to obtain the applicable permit application and forms. 3. Prepare construction plans, site plan, and required supporting documents. 4. Submit the application and plans to Perry City. 5. Plans are reviewed for code compliance. Goal: residential review completed within 3-5 business days; commercial review within 5-10 business days. 6. Respond to any plan review corrections and resubmit as needed. 7. Pay permit fees upon approval. 8. Receive permit; post on site and schedule inspections at required stages through the inspection office (435-734-2634).
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Perry City, UT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Perry City, UT typically run Goal: 3-5 business days for residential; 5-10 business days for commercial (after complete submittal). Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Perry City, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Perry City, UT via: 435-734-2634 (Box Elder County inspection scheduling), 435-723-6461 (Perry City for permit and inspection information). 24-hour advance notice is standard practice in Box Elder County; confirm with Perry City.
last verified April 2026 source Perry City Building Inspection Department ↗ entry id permits/utah/box-elder/perry-city
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Perry City Building Inspection Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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