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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for West Valley City
Most work is regulated by model building codes adopted by Utah and the municipality, with very few exceptions.
Note: See city page for Repairs Not Requiring Permits; city notes very few exceptions to permit requirements and directs applicants to call if uncertain.
- Complete PDF plan set
- Structural calculations
- Energy compliance documents
- Specifications/manual
- Geotechnical soils report
- Miscellaneous project documents as applicable
- Building code
- Work is regulated by Utah-adopted model building codes and municipal requirements.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly stated on public pages.
- Owner-builder
- Not clearly stated on public pages.
- Contractor requirements
- Plans requiring design professionals must be stamped, signed, and dated by Utah-licensed design professionals; Utah state contractor licensing applies.
Source: Community Development, Building Inspections / Building Authority ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Not clearly posted as a fixed SLA.
- 01 Review digital plan application requirements and city checklist of required documents.
- 02 Prepare one PDF plan set and required supporting documents including structural calculations, energy compliance, and soils report as applicable.
- 03 Submit the permit application online through the PLL portal.
- 04 Respond to plan review comments and city requests during review.
- 05 Pay permit fees and receive permit issuance.
- 06 Schedule inspections through the inspection portal or call city inspection staff.
- 07 Eligible residential projects may use the Residential Video Inspection Program.
Typical processing time: Not clearly posted as a fixed SLA.
Source: Community Development, Building Inspections / Building Authority ↗
Fee schedule
West Valley City building permit fees
Portal-based workflow; confirm payment methods on issued invoice.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- PLL Portal inspection request (online)
- 801-963-3283 for residential video inspections (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Video inspections Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Permit-specific inspections scheduled through portal; residential video inspections available for selected project types like water heaters, AC change-outs, reroof, solar, and service changes.
If video inspection cannot be completed for technical reasons, traditional inspection must be scheduled.
Source: Community Development, Building Inspections / Building Authority ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about West Valley City permits
01 Do I need a building permit in West Valley City, UT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in West Valley City, UT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in West Valley City, UT? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in West Valley City, UT? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in West Valley City, UT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development, Building Inspections / Building Authority before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.