How do I apply for a building permit in Blanding, UT?

1. Confirm the property is within Blanding City limits. 2. Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (435) 678-2791 or visit the city office at 50 West 100 South during business hours. 3. Obtain the building permit application form from the city office or city website. 4. Submit a complete set of plans drawn to scale. The city reviews plans for code compliance. 5. Provide property legal description and parcel number. 6. List all contractors and subcontractors with Utah DOPL license information. For owner-builder projects, submit the applicable owner-builder certification. 7. Pay fees per the Blanding City Fee Schedule. 8. Permit is issued. Permit card with required inspections is provided. 9. Schedule inspections by contacting the city building department by phone. 10. Complete all required inspections. Obtain final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.

What work is exempt from building permits in Blanding, UT?

The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 120 square feet or less; Fences not more than 7 feet in height; Retaining walls not more than 4 feet in height (bottom of footing to top of wall), unless supporting a surcharge; Ordinary repair and maintenance not affecting structural, fire, life-safety, or egress conditions. Note: Blanding has not posted a separate expanded public exemption list. Confirm with Building Inspector Taylor Francom before assuming any work is exempt.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Blanding, UT?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (435) 678-2791.

City Building Permits

Blanding, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Utah San Juan County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Blanding City limits. Blanding is the largest city in San Juan County by population. Properties outside city limits are under San Juan County jurisdiction.

Department: Blanding City Building and Zoning Department
Address: 50 West 100 South, Blanding, UT 84511
Phone: (435) 678-2791
Email: cityoffice@blanding.city
Website: https://www.blanding-ut.gov/build

Online Permit Portal

Open Blanding City Building Department

Platform: CityInspect (implementation in progress as of May 2025) • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Blanding City Website

Application Process

Confirm the property is within Blanding City limits.
Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (435) 678-2791 or visit the city office at 50 West 100 South during business hours.
Obtain the building permit application form from the city office or city website.
Submit a complete set of plans drawn to scale. The city reviews plans for code compliance.
Provide property legal description and parcel number.
List all contractors and subcontractors with Utah DOPL license information. For owner-builder projects, submit the applicable owner-builder certification.
Pay fees per the Blanding City Fee Schedule.
Permit is issued. Permit card with required inspections is provided.
Schedule inspections by contacting the city building department by phone.
Complete all required inspections. Obtain final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Not publicly posted. Permit volume from January to April 2025 included 20 permits and 33 inspections, indicating an active but small permit office. Processing times likely measured in days to a few weeks depending on project complexity.

Source: Blanding City Building and Zoning Department

General Requirements

Building permits are required for new construction, before moving a trailer or pre-built home onto a lot, and for any addition, remodeling, or demolition. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural work also require permits.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Complete set of plans drawn to scale
Property legal description and tax parcel number
Utah DOPL contractor license information for all contractors
Owner-builder certification if applicable

Permit validity: Follows Utah statewide practice (180-day inspection interval minimum). Confirm with Building Inspector Taylor Francom.
Building code: Blanding City follows the Utah State Construction Code under Title 15A (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IECC, NEC). No separate local adoption ordinance found in public sources; statewide codes apply.
Owner-builder: Utah DOPL owner-builder rules apply. For single-family residential projects, property owners may serve as their own contractor subject to the Construction Trades Licensing Act requirements including worker's compensation coverage.
Contractor requirements: Utah DOPL licensing required for all licensed trades and for general contracting on projects at or above the DOPL threshold.

Fees

Plan check fee: Not separately confirmed; contact city office
Reinspection fee: Not separately confirmed; contact city office
Penalty (no permit): Investigation fee applied when construction begins before permit issuance; amount equals the standard permit fee
Payment note: In-person at city office. Online payment availability to be confirmed given CityInspect rollout underway.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

One-story detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 120 square feet or less
Fences not more than 7 feet in height
Retaining walls not more than 4 feet in height (bottom of footing to top of wall), unless supporting a surcharge
Ordinary repair and maintenance not affecting structural, fire, life-safety, or egress conditions

Important: Blanding has not posted a separate expanded public exemption list. Confirm with Building Inspector Taylor Francom before assuming any work is exempt.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(435) 678-2791 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Per Utah IBC/IRC standards: setback, footing, foundation, underground utilities, rough framing, rough mechanical/electrical/plumbing, insulation, final. Specific sequence noted on the permit card.

CityInspect implementation as of May 2025 may add online inspection scheduling; verify current method with the city.

Additional Resources

Building code: Blanding City follows the Utah State Construction Code under Title 15A (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IECC, NEC). No separate local adoption ordinance found in public sources; statewide codes apply.
Verify contractor license: Utah DOPL License Lookup
Blanding City Building and Zoning
Blanding Zoning Maps (Third-party)
San Juan County GIS Parcel Viewer
Blanding City Council Agendas and Minutes
License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Blanding Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Blanding, UT?: Building permits are required for new construction, before moving a trailer or pre-built home onto a lot, and for any addition, remodeling, or demolition. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural work also require permits.
How do I apply for a building permit in Blanding, UT?: 1. Confirm the property is within Blanding City limits. 2. Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (435) 678-2791 or visit the city office at 50 West 100 South during business hours. 3. Obtain the building permit application form from the city office or city website. 4. Submit a complete set of plans drawn to scale. The city reviews plans for code compliance. 5. Provide property legal description and parcel number. 6. List all contractors and subcontractors with Utah DOPL license information. For owner-builder projects, submit the applicable owner-builder certification. 7. Pay fees per the Blanding City Fee Schedule. 8. Permit is issued. Permit card with required inspections is provided. 9. Schedule inspections by contacting the city building department by phone. 10. Complete all required inspections. Obtain final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Blanding, UT?: Typical processing time is Not publicly posted. Permit volume from January to April 2025 included 20 permits and 33 inspections, indicating an active but small permit office. Processing times likely measured in days to a few weeks depending on project complexity..
What work is exempt from building permits in Blanding, UT?: The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures (tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses) with floor area of 120 square feet or less; Fences not more than 7 feet in height; Retaining walls not more than 4 feet in height (bottom of footing to top of wall), unless supporting a surcharge; Ordinary repair and maintenance not affecting structural, fire, life-safety, or egress conditions. Note: Blanding has not posted a separate expanded public exemption list. Confirm with Building Inspector Taylor Francom before assuming any work is exempt.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Blanding, UT?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (435) 678-2791.

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