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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Farmington
Farmington uses one building permit application for pools, new homes, solar, remodels, furnace and A/C work, fencing, and other building permits.
Note: Farmington's public pages reviewed did not post a city-specific exemption list. Confirm exempt work directly with the Building Department before starting work.
- Completed application plus all plans and documents required by the packet checklist
- Residential, commercial, demolition, owner-builder, and solar packets are posted
- Building code
- Statewide 2021 Utah code adoption applies unless Farmington has local amendments.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly posted on the public page.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder form is posted.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL contractor licensing applies for work requiring licensure.
Application process
Typical processing: Not clearly posted on the public page.
- 01 Submit the online building permit application in iWorQ, or deliver completed paper forms and plans to the Building Department at City Hall.
- 02 Include complete plans and all required packet documents; Farmington warns incomplete submittals delay processing.
- 03 Staff reviews the application and supporting plans.
- 04 Respond to checklist deficiencies or plan comments if issued.
- 05 Pay fees and obtain the issued permit.
- 06 Schedule inspections using the inspection line.
Typical processing time: Not clearly posted on the public page.
Source: Building Department ↗
Fee schedule
Farmington building permit fees
Verify payment timing and method with the Building Department or iWorQ portal.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 801-882-8954 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Varies by permit type; use project packet checklists.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Farmington permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Farmington, UT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Farmington, UT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Farmington, UT? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Farmington, UT? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Farmington, UT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.