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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Tooele County
Tooele County Code requires a separate permit for each building or structure unless exempt.
One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the structure is located more than 50 feet from the nearest adjacent structure
Fences not over 6 feet high
- Exempt One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the structure is located more than 50 feet from the nearest adjacent structure
- Exempt Fences not over 6 feet high
Required documents
- Completed application
- Proof of ownership
- Dimensioned site plan
- Full plan set
- Proof of energy-code compliance where applicable
- Utility approval forms
- County fire approval
- County health approval for private water/septic
- Subdivision architectural-control approval where applicable
- Building code
- County/state code framework applies. County materials reference IBC plan requirements, IFC fire criteria, Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code provisions where applicable, and Utah state amendments under the state construction code framework.
- Permit validity
- Permit is null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days, if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days, or if no progress inspection occurs within 180 days after issuance.
- Owner-builder
- County packet includes Utah DOPL owner-builder certification language and form.
- Contractor requirements
- County application requires contractor license numbers and expiration dates for general, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical contractors, or owner-builder exemption documentation.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Obtain the Tooele County building permit application packet and review the checklist.
- 02 Complete the application fully; incomplete applications are not accepted.
- 03 Assemble proof of ownership, one dimensioned site plan, one complete set of construction plans, energy-code materials, utility approvals, and health approvals if using private water/septic.
- 04 Obtain Tooele County Fire Department site plan approval before submitting the permit where required.
- 05 Submit to Tooele County Community Development.
- 06 Pay plan review fees at application. The county states this fee is based on project value.
- 07 After approval, pay remaining fees at issuance, post the permit on site, and request inspections by phone with at least 24 hours advance notice.
Source: Tooele County Community Development / Building Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Tooele County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Value-based plan review fee at application.
02
Permit fee formula
Plan review fee is based on project value; remaining fees collected at issuance.
03
Reinspection fee
$47.00 for inspections not canceled at least four hours prior to scheduled time
Applicable impact fees may be collected, including county public safety, transportation, parks/recreation/trails, and fire-related impact fees depending on location/project.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (435) 843-3160 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours advance notice required
Typical sequence: Footing; foundation; underground rough plumbing / slab / under-floor; sewer lateral and water lateral; framing (4-way); insulation; weather barrier; final. Other inspections may be required by the Building Official.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Tooele County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Tooele County, UT? ▸
Tooele County Code requires a separate permit for each building or structure unless exempt.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Tooele County, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Tooele County, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Plan review fee is based on project value; remaining fees collected at issuance.. Plan check fee: Value-based plan review fee at application..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tooele County, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tooele County, UT, follow these steps: 1. Obtain the Tooele County building permit application packet and review the checklist. 2. Complete the application fully; incomplete applications are not accepted. 3. Assemble proof of ownership, one dimensioned site plan, one complete set of construction plans, energy-code materials, utility approvals, and health approvals if using private water/septic. 4. Obtain Tooele County Fire Department site plan approval before submitting the permit where required. 5. Submit to Tooele County Community Development. 6. Pay plan review fees at application. The county states this fee is based on project value. 7. After approval, pay remaining fees at issuance, post the permit on site, and request inspections by phone with at least 24 hours advance notice.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Tooele County, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Tooele County, UT. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the structure is located more than 50 feet from the nearest adjacent structure; Fences not over 6 feet high. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tooele County, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tooele County, UT via: (435) 843-3160. 24 hours advance notice required.
last verified April 2026
source Tooele County Community Development / Building Department ↗
entry id permits/utah/tooele/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Tooele County Community Development / Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.