Fayette, UT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

The Sanpete County Building Inspector is authorized by county-town agreement as the Administrating Officer for Fayette's Zoning Ordinance as it pertains to the Uniform Building Code. All building permits for Fayette are handled by Sanpete County. Local zoning sign-off is required before the county building permit is issued.

Department

Fayette Town -- Planning and Zoning (local zoning review); Sanpete County Building Department (building permit issuance and administration of zoning code as it pertains to the Uniform Building Code)

Address

90 S 100 E, Fayette, UT 84630

Phone

435-528-5882

Email

fayette5882@gmail.com

Website

https://fayetteutah.gov/

Application Process

1. Contact Brandon Jensen at Fayette Town (435-528-5882 or fayette5882@gmail.com) to discuss the project and obtain local zoning requirements and sign-off.
2. All building projects in all zones require a completed and approved local Fayette zoning/planning permit before applying for the county building permit. The county building permit must be signed off by Fayette Zoning and Planning.
3. After receiving Fayette Town's sign-off, apply for the county building permit through CityInspect with complete construction plans and documentation.
4. Obtain WUI clearance from the county if the project is in or near the WUI zone.
5. Pay applicable local and county fees.
6. Receive and post the county building permit before work begins. Schedule all inspections through the county.

Typical processing time: Varies. Contact town for current review timeline; county building permit turnaround varies.

Source: Fayette Town -- Planning and Zoning (local zoning review); Sanpete County Building Department (building permit issuance and administration of zoning code as it pertains to the Uniform Building Code)

General Requirements

All construction requiring a building permit (structures over 200 sq. ft. or otherwise regulated) in Fayette requires local Fayette Zoning and Planning sign-off and a Sanpete County building permit. The county building permit must be signed off by Fayette Zoning and Planning before issuance.

Required Documents

• Permit validity/expiration: County building permit expires if work does not commence within 180 days. Local review expiration: confirm with town.
• Ownerbuilder rules: Utah statewide ownerbuilder rules apply.
• Contractor license requirements: Utah DOPL licensure required for work valued at $3,000 or more.
• Building code adopted: Utah 2021 statewide code package under Title 15A. Fayette Town Ordinances available at https://fayetteutah.gov/

Permit validity

County building permit expires if work does not commence within 180 days. Local review expiration: confirm with town.

Building code

Utah 2021 statewide code package under Title 15A. Fayette Town Ordinances available at https://fayetteutah.gov/

Owner-builder

Utah statewide owner-builder rules apply.

Contractor requirements

Utah DOPL licensure required for work valued at $3,000 or more.

Fees

Reinspection fee

Not clearly published. Contact county.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit. Structures between 120 sq. ft. and 200 sq. ft. in unincorporated areas require a county permit, but within Fayette town limits the 200 sq. ft. threshold applies.
• Agricultural buildings may be exempt if strictly for agricultural use and in qualifying zones (agricultural exemption form required see Sanpete County section).
• Utah IRC/IBC baseline exemptions apply for other categories.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

• Building code: Utah 2021 statewide code package under Title 15A. Fayette Town Ordinances available at https://fayetteutah.gov/
• Fayette Town website
• Fayette Town Ordinances
• License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Fayette Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Fayette, UT?

All construction requiring a building permit (structures over 200 sq. ft. or otherwise regulated) in Fayette requires local Fayette Zoning and Planning sign-off and a Sanpete County building permit. The county building permit must be signed off by Fayette Zoning and Planning before issuance.

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

1. Contact Brandon Jensen at Fayette Town (435-528-5882 or fayette5882@gmail.com) to discuss the project and obtain local zoning requirements and sign-off. 2. All building projects in all zones require a completed and approved local Fayette zoning/planning permit before applying for the county building permit. The county building permit must be signed off by Fayette Zoning and Planning. 3. After receiving Fayette Town's sign-off, apply for the county building permit through CityInspect with complete construction plans and documentation. 4. Obtain WUI clearance from the county if the project is in or near the WUI zone. 5. Pay applicable local and county fees. 6. Receive and post the county building permit before work begins. Schedule all inspections through the county.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Fayette, UT?

Typical processing time is Varies. Contact town for current review timeline; county building permit turnaround varies..

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

The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit. Structures between 120 sq. ft. and 200 sq. ft. in unincorporated areas require a county permit, but within Fayette town limits the 200 sq. ft. threshold applies.; Agricultural buildings may be exempt if strictly for agricultural use and in qualifying zones (agricultural exemption form required see Sanpete County section).; Utah IRC/IBC baseline exemptions apply for other categories..

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