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City building permits

City of Mayfield

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Mayfield Town -- Building Permits and Inspections Department (also handles zoning permits); Sanpete County Building Department (county-level building permit and inspections)

Street address
305 S 400 E, Mayfield, UT (planning and zoning contact reference); main town hall address: confirm by calling 435-528-5061
Coverage
Mayfield's Building Permits and Inspections Department issues local zoning permits and conducts building construction inspections; it works directly with the Planning and Zoning Commission. County building permits are coordinated through Sanpete County.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Mayfield

All construction in Mayfield requiring county building permit approval also goes through Mayfield Town's local zoning process. Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit.

Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit. Confirm town zoning permit requirements for these smaller structures.
Utah IRC/IBC baseline exemptions apply for other categories.
  • Exempt Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit. Confirm town zoning permit requirements for these smaller structures.
  • Exempt Utah IRC/IBC baseline exemptions apply for other categories.
Required documents
  • Permit validity/expiration: County building permit expires if work does not commence within 180 days. Town permit 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. Mayfield Municipal Code: https://www.codepublishing.com/UT/Mayfield/
Building code
Utah 2021 statewide code package under Title 15A. Mayfield Municipal Code: https://www.codepublishing.com/UT/Mayfield/
Permit validity
County building permit expires if work does not commence within 180 days. Town permit expiration: confirm with town.
Owner-builder
Utah statewide owner-builder rules apply.
Contractor requirements
Utah DOPL licensure required for work valued at $3,000 or more.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Varies. Contact town at 435-528-5061 for current timelines.

  1. 01
    Call Mayfield Town at 435-528-5061 to obtain the required forms and discuss the project. Staff will provide guidance on applicable zoning permit requirements.
  2. 02
    Complete and submit the Zoning Permit application.
  3. 03
    Work with the town's Building Permits and Inspections Department, which collaborates with the Planning and Zoning Commission.
  4. 04
    After receiving local approval, apply for the county building permit through CityInspect.
  5. 05
    Obtain WUI clearance from the county if required.
  6. 06
    Pay applicable Mayfield town permit fees and county building permit fees.
  7. 07
    Receive and post the county building permit before work begins. Schedule inspections through the county.

Typical processing time: Varies. Contact town at 435-528-5061 for current timelines.

Source: Mayfield Town -- Building Permits and Inspections Department (also handles zoning permits); Sanpete County Building Department (county-level building permit and inspections) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Mayfield building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Reinspection fee
Not clearly published. Contact county.
§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Mayfield permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Mayfield, UT?
All construction in Mayfield requiring county building permit approval also goes through Mayfield Town's local zoning process. Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Mayfield, UT?
To apply for a building permit in Mayfield, UT, follow these steps: 1. Call Mayfield Town at 435-528-5061 to obtain the required forms and discuss the project. Staff will provide guidance on applicable zoning permit requirements. 2. Complete and submit the Zoning Permit application. 3. Work with the town's Building Permits and Inspections Department, which collaborates with the Planning and Zoning Commission. 4. After receiving local approval, apply for the county building permit through CityInspect. 5. Obtain WUI clearance from the county if required. 6. Pay applicable Mayfield town permit fees and county building permit fees. 7. Receive and post the county building permit before work begins. Schedule inspections through the county.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Mayfield, UT?
Building permit processing times in Mayfield, UT typically run Varies. Contact town at 435-528-5061 for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Mayfield, UT?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Mayfield, UT. The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structures of 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a county building permit. Confirm town zoning permit requirements for these smaller structures.; Utah IRC/IBC baseline exemptions apply for other categories.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Mayfield Town -- Building Permits and Inspections Department (also handles zoning permits); Sanpete County Building Department (county-level building permit and inspections) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.