City Building Permits

Wellsville, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Utah Cache County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Wellsville requires city project review or zoning clearance before building permit issuance through Cache County.

Department
Wellsville City (project review/zoning clearance) / Cache County Development Services Building Division (building permits)
Address
75 E Main St, Wellsville, UT 84339; Cache County Development Services, 179 N Main St, Suite 305, Logan, UT 84321
Phone
Wellsville 435-245-3686; Cache County Building 435-755-1650
Website
https://www.wellsvillecity.com/ ; https://www.cachecounty.gov/departments/development-services/building

Online Permit Portal

Open Cache County Building Division

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Complete the Wellsville project review application and confirm zoning/land-use requirements with the city.
  2. Obtain Wellsville approval or zoning clearance for the project site.
  3. Submit the building permit package to Cache County Building Division.
  4. Address review comments from county staff or outside reviewers.
  5. Pay county permit fees after approval.
  6. Receive county permit issuance and schedule inspections.

Typical processing time: No Wellsville-specific timeline clearly published.

Source: Wellsville City (project review/zoning clearance) / Cache County Development Services Building Division (building permits)

General Requirements

City project review/zoning clearance is required before a county building permit is issued for regulated construction.

Required Documents

  • Wellsville project review form
  • Site information
  • County permit application
  • Plans
  • Valuation
  • Engineering as required
Building code
Utah State Construction Code enforced through Cache County for building permits.
Contractor requirements
Utah contractor licensure applies where required by state law.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Varies by permit type
Plan check fee
15% of base fee for residential; 65% for commercial
Permit fee formula
Flat and valuation-based
Trade permit fee
$75 typical
Reinspection fee
$75
Payment note
Paid to Cache County after approval.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2024).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Wellsville City (project review/zoning clearance) / Cache County Development Services Building Division (building permits) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 435-755-1650 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Typical county inspection sequence by permit type.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Wellsville City (project review/zoning clearance) / Cache County Development Services Building Division (building permits) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wellsville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Wellsville, UT?
City project review/zoning clearance is required before a county building permit is issued for regulated construction.
How much does a building permit cost in Wellsville, UT?
The minimum permit fee is Varies by permit type. Fees are calculated as: Flat and valuation-based. Plan check fee: 15% of base fee for residential; 65% for commercial.
How do I apply for a building permit in Wellsville, UT?
1. Complete the Wellsville project review application and confirm zoning/land-use requirements with the city. 2. Obtain Wellsville approval or zoning clearance for the project site. 3. Submit the building permit package to Cache County Building Division. 4. Address review comments from county staff or outside reviewers. 5. Pay county permit fees after approval. 6. Receive county permit issuance and schedule inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Wellsville, UT?
Typical processing time is No Wellsville-specific timeline clearly published..
What work is exempt from building permits in Wellsville, UT?
The following work is generally exempt: Small detached accessory structures up to 200 square feet; Fences up to 7 feet; Certain low retaining walls; Minor nonstructural repairs. Note: Utah/Cache County baseline exemptions generally apply unless local conditions require review.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Wellsville, UT?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 435-755-1650.

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