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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Vernon City
Based on the county-administered permit structure, Tooele County's permit rules appear to govern permit triggers for building work processed through the county.
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 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 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 construction plans
- Utility approvals
- Health/fire approvals where applicable
- Building code
- County/state construction code framework applies. County materials reference IBC plan requirements, IFC fire criteria, Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code provisions where applicable, and Utah state amendments.
- 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 owner-builder certification form is included in the packet.
- Contractor requirements
- County application requires Utah contractor license information or owner-builder exemption documentation.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact Tooele County Community Development / Building Department for the county permit packet and current application requirements.
- 02 Prepare the county application with proof of ownership, dimensioned site plan, plans, and utility/health approvals as applicable.
- 03 Obtain local Vernon zoning sign-off if required; the county packet lists Vernon City Zoning contact Doretta Shumway at (435) 839-3473.
- 04 Obtain county fire approval and other utility/agency approvals as required.
- 05 Submit to Tooele County; incomplete applications are not accepted.
- 06 Pay plan review fees at application and remaining fees at issuance.
- 07 Schedule inspections through Tooele County Building Department.
Source: Tooele County Community Development / Building Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Vernon City building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Value-based plan review fee at application.
02
Permit fee formula
Plan review is value-based and remaining fees are collected at issuance.
03
Reinspection fee
$47.00 for inspections not canceled at least four hours in advance
No Vernon-specific online payment notes were located.
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.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Vernon City permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Vernon City, UT? ▸
Based on the county-administered permit structure, Tooele County's permit rules appear to govern permit triggers for building work processed through the county.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Vernon City, UT? ▸
Building permit fees in Vernon City, UT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Plan review is value-based and remaining fees are collected at issuance.. Plan check fee: Value-based plan review fee at application..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Vernon City, UT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Vernon City, UT, follow these steps: 1. Contact Tooele County Community Development / Building Department for the county permit packet and current application requirements. 2. Prepare the county application with proof of ownership, dimensioned site plan, plans, and utility/health approvals as applicable. 3. Obtain local Vernon zoning sign-off if required; the county packet lists Vernon City Zoning contact Doretta Shumway at (435) 839-3473. 4. Obtain county fire approval and other utility/agency approvals as required. 5. Submit to Tooele County; incomplete applications are not accepted. 6. Pay plan review fees at application and remaining fees at issuance. 7. Schedule inspections through Tooele County Building Department.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Vernon City, UT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Vernon City, 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 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 Vernon City, UT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Vernon City, 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/vernon
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.