City Building Permits

Town of Boulder, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Utah Garfield County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Incorporated town along Highway 12 near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Town's Zoning Administrator reviews applications; projects that comply receive a project approval notice that must accompany the Garfield County building permit application. County building inspector then issues and inspects the permit.

Department
Boulder Town Office / Zoning Administrator (building permits require town zoning approval before Garfield County issues the permit)
Address
Boulder Town Community Center, 351 North 100 East, Boulder, UT 84716
Phone
435-335-7300
Website
https://boulder.utah.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Open Boulder Town Forms & Applications

Platform: Email-based submission • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download the applicable application from https://boulder.utah.gov/documents/forms-and-applications/.
  2. Submit application and all attachments electronically to zoning@boulder.utah.gov. Submissions must be received at least 20 days before the next scheduled Planning Commission meeting.
  3. The Boulder Town Planning Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Boulder Town Community Center (351 North 100 East). Conditional Use Permit (CUP) applications and zone-change requests are reviewed by the Planning Commission.
  4. For projects that comply with all town ordinances and are determined to require a building permit, the Zoning Administrator issues a written notice of project approval.
  5. Take the town's written project approval notice to the Garfield County Building Department and submit the county building permit application along with plans and all required supporting documents.
  6. Provide evidence of approved culinary water supply and approved waste disposal.
  7. Pay building permit fees to the county per the county fee schedule.
  8. County building permit is issued.
  9. Schedule inspections with the county building inspector (435-676-1111); two working days advance notice required.

Typical processing time: Town review timing depends on Planning Commission meeting schedule (monthly, third Tuesday); allow at least 20 days lead time for submittal. County permit issuance timing not published.

Source: Boulder Town Office / Zoning Administrator (building permits require town zoning approval before Garfield County issues the permit)

General Requirements

All building projects within Boulder Town limits that require a building permit under Utah code also require prior town approval. Boulder adopted Building and Construction Regulations Ordinance 2024-C (November 2024).

Required Documents

  • Town application and supporting materials
  • Town project approval letter
  • County building permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction plans
  • Water/waste disposal approvals
  • Owner-builder certification (if applicable, via town website)
Permit validity
Governed by county and state standards (180-day commencement window).
Building code
2021 Utah State Construction Code per Title 15A; Boulder's own Building and Construction Regulations Ordinance 2024-C (November 2024) applies in addition.
Owner-builder
Boulder Town owner-builder certification form available at town website; DOPL statewide rules apply.
Contractor requirements
Utah DOPL license for work $3,000 and above.

Fees

Reinspection fee
$60 per reinspection (county schedule)
Payment note
Town-level fees: Not published on website; contact zoning@boulder.utah.gov for Planning Commission application fees. Building permit fees: Paid to Garfield County per the county fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Boulder Town Office / Zoning Administrator (building permits require town zoning approval before Garfield County issues the permit) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 435-676-1111 (Garfield County Building Department) (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Two working days advance notice required.
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday during regular business hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Standard inspection sequence: footing, foundation, 4-way rough, final. Note: Boulder is approximately 35 miles from Panguitch; confirm scheduling and any travel considerations with the county.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Boulder Town Office / Zoning Administrator (building permits require town zoning approval before Garfield County issues the permit) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Boulder Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Boulder, UT?
All building projects within Boulder Town limits that require a building permit under Utah code also require prior town approval. Boulder adopted Building and Construction Regulations Ordinance 2024-C (November 2024).
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Boulder, UT?
1. Download the applicable application from https://boulder.utah.gov/documents/forms-and-applications/. 2. Submit application and all attachments electronically to zoning@boulder.utah.gov. Submissions must be received at least 20 days before the next scheduled Planning Commission meeting. 3. The Boulder Town Planning Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Boulder Town Community Center (351 North 100 East). Conditional Use Permit (CUP) applications and zone-change requests are reviewed by the Planning Commission. 4. For projects that comply with all town ordinances and are determined to require a building permit, the Zoning Administrator issues a written notice of project approval. 5. Take the town's written project approval notice to the Garfield County Building Department and submit the county building permit application along with plans and all required supporting documents. 6. Provide evidence of approved culinary water supply and approved waste disposal. 7. Pay building permit fees to the county per the county fee schedule. 8. County building permit is issued. 9. Schedule inspections with the county building inspector (435-676-1111); two working days advance notice required.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Boulder, UT?
Typical processing time is Town review timing depends on Planning Commission meeting schedule (monthly, third Tuesday); allow at least 20 days lead time for submittal. County permit issuance timing not published..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Boulder, UT?
The following work is generally exempt: General state and county exemptions apply.. Note: Confirm with Boulder Zoning Administrator whether town ordinances impose any additional requirements on otherwise-exempt work.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Boulder, UT?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 435-676-1111 (Garfield County Building Department). Two working days advance notice required..

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