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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Utah County
Utah County requires building permits for construction, alteration, repair, relocation, or occupancy-related work regulated by the building code in unincorporated county areas.
Note: Because county rules can vary by structure type and area, confirm exempt work directly with the Building Department before starting without a permit.
- Complete permit application package
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Valuation
- Contractor information
- Project-specific engineering or agency approvals as applicable
- Building code
- Utah County enforces the Utah State Construction Code with county administration and local amendments if adopted.
- Owner-builder
- Utah owner-builder rules apply; verify county forms and disclosures for owner-builder submissions.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah DOPL contractor licensing applies; electrical, plumbing, and other state-licensed trades must meet Utah licensing requirements.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Confirm that the parcel is in unincorporated Utah County and review county building permit submittal requirements.
- 02 Assemble the county application package, plans, engineering, valuation, and any required supporting approvals.
- 03 Submit materials to the Utah County Building Department.
- 04 Address county review comments and provide revised documents if required.
- 05 Pay permit fees after approval.
- 06 Receive permit issuance and complete required county inspections.
Fee schedule
Utah County building permit fees
Fees are paid during the permit review and issuance process.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 801-851-8342 (phone)
Typical sequence: Footing, foundation, rough trades, framing, insulation where applicable, and final, depending on permit scope.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Utah County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Utah County, UT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Utah County, UT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Utah County, UT? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Utah County, UT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development, Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.