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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Riverton
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, change occupancy, or perform regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work must obtain the required permit.
One-story detached accessory structures for tool/storage sheds, playhouses, similar uses under 200 square feet and 16 feet height
Retaining walls not over 4 feet high from bottom of footing to top, unless supporting a surcharge
Fences up to 6 feet high
- Exempt One-story detached accessory structures for tool/storage sheds, playhouses, similar uses under 200 square feet and 16 feet height
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet high from bottom of footing to top, unless supporting a surcharge
- Exempt Fences up to 6 feet high
Required documents
- Fillable building permit application
- Plans
- Engineering documents
- Specifications
- Owner-builder certificate if applicable
- Land disturbance permit where required
- Permit-type-specific supporting letters for demolition
- Building code
- Riverton provides a Building Codes and Design Criteria page and administers Utah state law and city ordinance requirements.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly posted.
- Owner-builder
- Riverton posts an Owner / Builder Certification form; owner-builder declarations are illegal on commercial projects.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah licensing applies; city forms request contractor information.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: No fixed review time clearly posted.
- 01 Review Riverton's Building Applications, Permits and Inspections Required page.
- 02 Download and complete the fillable PDF building permit application and any owner-builder or land disturbance forms that apply.
- 03 Submit permit applications, plans, engineering documents, and specifications digitally to building@rivertonutah.gov.
- 04 For projects requiring land disturbance approval or sign review, complete parallel submissions with appropriate city division.
- 05 Pay permit fees and obtain permit issuance.
- 06 Call before 1:00 p.m. for inspection requests and complete required inspections from footing through final.
Typical processing time: No fixed review time clearly posted.
Source: Building Inspections and Permits, Riverton City Development Services ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Riverton building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Plan check fee for SFD first review at 45% of building permit fee; MFD first review at 65%.
02
Permit fee formula
Public budget fee schedule shows building permit categories and plan check percentages.
Confirm directly with permit staff during issuance.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Call Building Department before 1:00 p.m. (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Before 1:00 p.m. to request inspections.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Riverton posts required inspections document; sequence varies by project, referencing inspections required through construction and final approval.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Riverton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Riverton, UT? ▸
Any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, change occupancy, or perform regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work must obtain the required permit.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Riverton, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in Riverton, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Public budget fee schedule shows building permit categories and plan check percentages.. Plan check fee: Plan check fee for SFD first review at 45% of building permit fee; MFD first review at 65%..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Riverton, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Riverton, UT, follow these steps: 1. Review Riverton's Building Applications, Permits and Inspections Required page. 2. Download and complete the fillable PDF building permit application and any owner-builder or land disturbance forms that apply. 3. Submit permit applications, plans, engineering documents, and specifications digitally to building@rivertonutah.gov. 4. For projects requiring land disturbance approval or sign review, complete parallel submissions with appropriate city division. 5. Pay permit fees and obtain permit issuance. 6. Call before 1:00 p.m. for inspection requests and complete required inspections from footing through final.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Riverton, UT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Riverton, UT typically run No fixed review time clearly posted.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Riverton, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Riverton, UT. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures for tool/storage sheds, playhouses, similar uses under 200 square feet and 16 feet height; Retaining walls not over 4 feet high from bottom of footing to top, unless supporting a surcharge; Fences up to 6 feet high. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Riverton, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Riverton, UT via: Call Building Department before 1:00 p.m.. Before 1:00 p.m. to request inspections..
last verified April 2026
source Building Inspections and Permits, Riverton City Development Services ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections and Permits, Riverton City Development Services before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.