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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Ferron
Same county baseline requirements apply within Ferron city limits. City zoning clearance is required before county permit is issued.
Detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 200 sq ft or less
Fences not over 7 feet high
Oil derricks
Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height
Water tanks supported directly on grade, not exceeding 5,000 gallons
Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work
Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep, not greater than 5,000 gallons, installed entirely above ground
Swings and playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings
Window awnings supported by exterior wall
Agricultural shade cloth structures
- Exempt Detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 200 sq ft or less
- Exempt Fences not over 7 feet high
- Exempt Oil derricks
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height
- Exempt Water tanks supported directly on grade, not exceeding 5,000 gallons
- Exempt Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work
- Exempt Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep, not greater than 5,000 gallons, installed entirely above ground
- Exempt Swings and playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings
- Exempt Window awnings supported by exterior wall
- Exempt Agricultural shade cloth structures
Note: Same as county. Zoning clearance may still be required for exempt structures.
Required documents
- Zoning clearance from Ferron City
- County building permit application
- Site plan and construction drawings
- Owner-builder certification or contractor license information
- Building code
- Ferron City Code Title 9 Building Regulations governs building activities within city limits and adopts the 2021 code suite: IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IMC 2021, IPC 2021, IFGC 2021, NEC 2020, IECC 2021, Existing Building Code 2021, Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code.
- Permit validity
- 180 days to commence; 180 days without suspension.
- Owner-builder
- Same statewide rules apply per Utah Code Section 58-55-305.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL license required for work at $3,000 or more.
Source: Ferron City Hall (coordinates with Emery County B&Z for building permits) ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 24 hours to several weeks depending on complexity
- 01 Contact Ferron City Hall at (435) 384-2350 to obtain zoning clearance.
- 02 Confirm that the proposed project is a permitted use in the applicable zone. Planning and Zoning meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the first Tuesday of each month as needed. Items must be submitted to the City Recorder by 10:00 AM the Friday before the meeting.
- 03 Obtain written zoning clearance from Ferron City.
- 04 Submit county building permit application with zoning clearance and required documents to Emery County B&Z.
- 05 Pay permit fees.
- 06 Await plan review and approval.
- 07 Receive issued permit and post on job site.
- 08 Schedule inspections through county B&Z at (435) 381-5374 with 24 to 48 hours advance notice.
- 09 Pass final inspection and receive Certificate of Occupancy.
Typical processing time: 24 hours to several weeks depending on complexity
Source: Ferron City Hall (coordinates with Emery County B&Z for building permits) ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2025
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$50
02
Permit fee formula
Project valuation
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (435) 381-5374 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 to 48 hours advance notice required
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Typical sequence: Same as county: footing/foundation reinforcement, rebar, under-concrete floor inspection, stitch and lag pier (manufactured homes), rough framing, rough plumbing, rough electrical, rough mechanical, insulation, power to panel, notification for exterior finishes/roofing/fireplace, rough drywall, gas line pressure test, masonry, final inspection.
Do not cover or conceal any work that requires inspection.
Source: Ferron City Hall (coordinates with Emery County B&Z for building permits) ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Ferron permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Ferron, UT? ▸
Same county baseline requirements apply within Ferron city limits. City zoning clearance is required before county permit is issued.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Ferron, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in Ferron, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Project valuation.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Ferron, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Ferron, UT, follow these steps: 1. Contact Ferron City Hall at (435) 384-2350 to obtain zoning clearance. 2. Confirm that the proposed project is a permitted use in the applicable zone. Planning and Zoning meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the first Tuesday of each month as needed. Items must be submitted to the City Recorder by 10:00 AM the Friday before the meeting. 3. Obtain written zoning clearance from Ferron City. 4. Submit county building permit application with zoning clearance and required documents to Emery County B&Z. 5. Pay permit fees. 6. Await plan review and approval. 7. Receive issued permit and post on job site. 8. Schedule inspections through county B&Z at (435) 381-5374 with 24 to 48 hours advance notice. 9. Pass final inspection and receive Certificate of Occupancy.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Ferron, UT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Ferron, UT typically run 24 hours to several weeks depending on complexity. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Ferron, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Ferron, UT. The following work is generally exempt: Detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 200 sq ft or less; Fences not over 7 feet high; Oil derricks; Retaining walls not over 4 feet in height; Water tanks supported directly on grade, not exceeding 5,000 gallons; Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work; Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep, not greater than 5,000 gallons, installed entirely above ground; Swings and playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings; Window awnings supported by exterior wall; Agricultural shade cloth structures. Note: Same as county. Zoning clearance may still be required for exempt structures. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Ferron, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Ferron, UT via: (435) 381-5374. 24 to 48 hours advance notice required.
last verified April 2026
source Ferron City Hall (coordinates with Emery County B&Z for building permits) ↗
entry id permits/utah/emery/ferron
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Ferron City Hall (coordinates with Emery County B&Z for building permits) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.