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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Woodruff
Woodruff requires its own zoning clearance as a prerequisite to the Rich County building permit. Rich County's standard building permit requirements apply within Woodruff (most construction requires a permit).
One-story detached accessory structures not exceeding 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical connections
Fences not exceeding 7 feet in height
Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet from bottom of footing
Platforms, decks, and walks not more than 30 inches above grade
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and similar finish work
Minor repairs
- Exempt One-story detached accessory structures not exceeding 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical connections
- Exempt Fences not exceeding 7 feet in height
- Exempt Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet from bottom of footing
- Exempt Platforms, decks, and walks not more than 30 inches above grade
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and similar finish work
- Exempt Minor repairs
Note: Even if the building permit is exempt, Woodruff's zoning clearance process may still apply. Woodruff's zoning rules apply to any structure regardless of size. Confirm exemptions with Woodruff Town Hall or Rich County Building Inspector.
Required documents
- Woodruff Building Application Packet / Zoning Clearance checklist
- Rich County iWorQ building permit application
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Project valuation
- Contractor Utah license number or Owner/Builder Certification
- Additional Woodruff Planning and Zoning documents as applicable
- Building code
- Utah statewide 2021 code package (IBC, IRC, IMC, IPC, IECC, NEC). Rich County Development Code (2025) applies as primary local land-use document.
- Permit validity
- Rich County/Utah state baseline rules apply (180-day commencement and abandonment). Confirm with building inspector.
- Owner-builder
- Utah statewide owner-builder rules apply. Owner/Builder Certification required; available at richcounty.gov/forms/.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL licensing required for general and specialty contractors.
Source: Woodruff Town Hall / Rich County Building Department ↗
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Application process
Typical processing: Variable. Woodruff Planning and Zoning meetings (1st Thursday monthly) mean zoning clearance step can take up to one month depending on application timing.
- 01 Download the Woodruff Building Application Packet from townofwoodruff.com/forms-applications/.
- 02 Complete the 'Project Checklist: Zoning Clearance For Building Permit' section of the packet (Woodruff's local zoning clearance form).
- 03 Submit the zoning clearance application to Woodruff Town Hall (195 S. Main St.) or attend Woodruff Planning and Zoning meeting (1st Thursday at 7:00 PM) as required.
- 04 After receiving Woodruff's zoning clearance, complete the Rich County building permit application through iWorQ (portal.iworq.net/RICHCOUNTY/new-request/700/3323).
- 05 Upload required documents: site plan, construction plans, engineering, contractor license information or Owner/Builder Certification, and Woodruff zoning clearance.
- 06 Coordinate with Building Inspector Tyler Seaman (801-564-0897 / beaconcodeconsultants@gmail.com) for plan review.
- 07 Pay permit fees through Rich County Treasurer's line (435-793-5155) after approval.
- 08 Receive issued permit, post on-site, and schedule phase inspections with Tyler Seaman.
Typical processing time: Variable. Woodruff Planning and Zoning meetings (1st Thursday monthly) mean zoning clearance step can take up to one month depending on application timing.
Source: Woodruff Town Hall / Rich County Building Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Woodruff building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Rich County valuation-based formula applies for the building permit. Woodruff zoning clearance processing fee not published; contact Woodruff Town Hall (435-793-4201) to confirm.
Building permit fees paid through Rich County Treasurer: 435-793-5155.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Building Inspector Tyler Seaman: 801-564-0897 / beaconcodeconsultants@gmail.com (text or email preferred) (phone/email)
- Scheduling deadline
- Contact inspector directly for scheduling availability.
- Inspection hours
- Coordinate with contract inspector; not published.
- Time windows
- Not published; contact inspector.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: footing/foundation, rough framing, rough trades, insulation, final.
Source: Woodruff Town Hall / Rich County Building Department ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Woodruff permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Woodruff, UT? ▸
Woodruff requires its own zoning clearance as a prerequisite to the Rich County building permit. Rich County's standard building permit requirements apply within Woodruff (most construction requires a permit).
02 How much does a building permit cost in Woodruff, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in Woodruff, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Rich County valuation-based formula applies for the building permit. Woodruff zoning clearance processing fee not published; contact Woodruff Town Hall (435-793-4201) to confirm..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Woodruff, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Woodruff, UT, follow these steps: 1. Download the Woodruff Building Application Packet from townofwoodruff.com/forms-applications/. 2. Complete the 'Project Checklist: Zoning Clearance For Building Permit' section of the packet (Woodruff's local zoning clearance form). 3. Submit the zoning clearance application to Woodruff Town Hall (195 S. Main St.) or attend Woodruff Planning and Zoning meeting (1st Thursday at 7:00 PM) as required. 4. After receiving Woodruff's zoning clearance, complete the Rich County building permit application through iWorQ (portal.iworq.net/RICHCOUNTY/new-request/700/3323). 5. Upload required documents: site plan, construction plans, engineering, contractor license information or Owner/Builder Certification, and Woodruff zoning clearance. 6. Coordinate with Building Inspector Tyler Seaman (801-564-0897 / beaconcodeconsultants@gmail.com) for plan review. 7. Pay permit fees through Rich County Treasurer's line (435-793-5155) after approval. 8. Receive issued permit, post on-site, and schedule phase inspections with Tyler Seaman.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Woodruff, UT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Woodruff, UT typically run Variable. Woodruff Planning and Zoning meetings (1st Thursday monthly) mean zoning clearance step can take up to one month depending on application timing.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Woodruff, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Woodruff, UT. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures not exceeding 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical connections; Fences not exceeding 7 feet in height; Retaining walls not exceeding 4 feet from bottom of footing; Platforms, decks, and walks not more than 30 inches above grade; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and similar finish work; Minor repairs. Note: Even if the building permit is exempt, Woodruff's zoning clearance process may still apply. Woodruff's zoning rules apply to any structure regardless of size. Confirm exemptions with Woodruff Town Hall or Rich County Building Inspector. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodruff, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Woodruff, UT via: Building Inspector Tyler Seaman: 801-564-0897 / beaconcodeconsultants@gmail.com (text or email preferred). Contact inspector directly for scheduling availability..
last verified April 2026
source Woodruff Town Hall / Rich County Building Department ↗
entry id permits/utah/rich/woodruff
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Woodruff Town Hall / Rich County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.