City Building Permits

Garden City, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Utah Rich County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All construction within the incorporated Town of Garden City.

Department
Garden City Building Department
Address
69 N. Paradise Parkway, Building B, Garden City, UT 84028 (P.O. Box 207)
Phone
(435) 946-2901
Website
https://www.gardencityutah.gov/forms

Online Permit Portal

Open Garden City iWorQ Citizen Portal

Platform: iWorQ Citizen Portal • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Determine whether a building permit is required using the 'When Do You Need a Building Permit?' guide (available on gardencityutah.gov/forms).
  2. For development projects (subdivision, plat), contact Planning Commission (4th Thursday at 7:00 PM) and submit Application for Project Review with Checklist.
  3. Complete the online Building Permit Application exclusively through the iWorQ portal at gardencityut.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/gardencityut.
  4. Pay required deposit at submission: $500 residential / $1,000 commercial (3% surcharge applies for credit card).
  5. Upload all required plans, site plan, engineering, and supporting documents through the portal.
  6. Await plan review by Building Official (commercial: Dan Kurek, 435-890-7460) or Building Inspector (residential: Tyler Seaman, 801-721-1138). Address plan review corrections.
  7. Pay remaining permit fees after approval (total fee minus deposit already paid).
  8. Receive issued permit. Post permit on-site.
  9. Schedule inspections through iWorQ portal or by contacting the building inspector at each required construction phase.

Typical processing time: No explicit timeline published; contact Building Official or Inspector for estimates.

Source: Garden City Building Department

General Requirements

All new construction, additions, structural alterations, reroof, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work in Garden City requires a permit.

Required Documents

  • Online permit application via iWorQ
  • Site plan
  • Construction plans (architectural drawings)
  • Engineering calculations (where required)
  • Project valuation and square footage
  • Contractor Utah license number or Owner/Builder Certification
  • Exterior Lighting Compliance Form (where applicable)
  • Encroachment Permit (for work affecting right-of-way)
  • Street/Driveway Planning Application (where applicable)
Permit validity
Utah state baseline: 180-day commencement and 180-day abandonment rules apply. Confirm current Garden City policy with Building Official.
Building code
Garden City adopted Ordinance 25-06 (Building Permits). Utah statewide 2021 code package (IBC, IRC, IMC, IPC, IECC, NEC) applies as baseline. Garden City Municipal Code (updated 3/19/2026) and Architectural Standards Color Palette also apply.
Owner-builder
Garden City provides Owner/Builder Certification form (downloadable from forms page). Utah statewide owner-builder rules apply (residential only, sole owner, no more than one build per year, no more than three builds in five years; prohibited for commercial and rental projects).
Contractor requirements
Utah DOPL licensing required for general and specialty contractors. License number collected in iWorQ application.

Fees

Plan check fee
Included in deposit and/or overall permit fee structure; not separately published.
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based. Contact Building Official Dan Kurek (435-890-7460 / buildingofficial@gardencityutah.gov) for current schedule.
Payment note
Required deposit: $500 residential / $1,000 commercial. 3% surcharge on all credit card payments. Payments processed through iWorQ portal.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • One-story detached accessory structures (sheds, playhouses, tool storage) not exceeding 200 square feet in floor area with no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical connections
  • Fences not exceeding 7 feet in height
  • Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet from bottom of footing without a surcharge
  • Platforms, decks, and walks not more than 30 inches above grade
  • Painting, papering, tiling, and similar finish work
  • Minor repairs

Important: Garden City is a high-activity vacation and short-term rental market. Structures associated with short-term rentals or vacation cabins are still subject to full permit requirements. Consult the 'When Do You Need a Building Permit?' guide before beginning any work. Even for exempt structures, all zoning setback, height, and land-use rules apply.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • iWorQ Citizen Portal (online)
  • Residential: Tyler Seaman (801-721-1138); Commercial: Dan Kurek (435-890-7460) (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Not explicitly published; contact inspector directly.
Inspection hours
Office hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Time windows
Not explicitly published; contact inspector for availability.

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: foundation/footing, rough framing, rough trades (electrical, plumbing, mechanical), insulation and energy compliance, final inspection. Additional phase inspections may apply to commercial projects.

Remote video inspections may be used at inspector's discretion.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Garden City Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Garden City Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Garden City, UT?
All new construction, additions, structural alterations, reroof, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work in Garden City requires a permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Garden City, UT?
Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based. Contact Building Official Dan Kurek (435-890-7460 / buildingofficial@gardencityutah.gov) for current schedule.. Plan check fee: Included in deposit and/or overall permit fee structure; not separately published..
How do I apply for a building permit in Garden City, UT?
1. Determine whether a building permit is required using the 'When Do You Need a Building Permit?' guide (available on gardencityutah.gov/forms). 2. For development projects (subdivision, plat), contact Planning Commission (4th Thursday at 7:00 PM) and submit Application for Project Review with Checklist. 3. Complete the online Building Permit Application exclusively through the iWorQ portal at gardencityut.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/gardencityut. 4. Pay required deposit at submission: $500 residential / $1,000 commercial (3% surcharge applies for credit card). 5. Upload all required plans, site plan, engineering, and supporting documents through the portal. 6. Await plan review by Building Official (commercial: Dan Kurek, 435-890-7460) or Building Inspector (residential: Tyler Seaman, 801-721-1138). Address plan review corrections. 7. Pay remaining permit fees after approval (total fee minus deposit already paid). 8. Receive issued permit. Post permit on-site. 9. Schedule inspections through iWorQ portal or by contacting the building inspector at each required construction phase.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Garden City, UT?
Typical processing time is No explicit timeline published; contact Building Official or Inspector for estimates..
What work is exempt from building permits in Garden City, UT?
The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures (sheds, playhouses, tool storage) not exceeding 200 square feet in floor area with no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical connections; Fences not exceeding 7 feet in height; Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet from bottom of footing without a surcharge; Platforms, decks, and walks not more than 30 inches above grade; Painting, papering, tiling, and similar finish work; Minor repairs. Note: Garden City is a high-activity vacation and short-term rental market. Structures associated with short-term rentals or vacation cabins are still subject to full permit requirements. Consult the 'When Do You Need a Building Permit?' guide before beginning any work. Even for exempt structures, all zoning setback, height, and land-use rules apply.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Garden City, UT?
Inspections can be scheduled via: iWorQ Citizen Portal, Residential: Tyler Seaman (801-721-1138); Commercial: Dan Kurek (435-890-7460). Not explicitly published; contact inspector directly..

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