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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Farr West
New homes and related construction; site plan approval is required first for commercial and residential developments.
Note: Public-facing building page reviewed did not publish a city-specific exemption list. Confirm Utah code exemptions directly with Farr West.
- Building requirements
- SWPPP acknowledgment letter
- Owner-builder form where applicable
- Permit-specific materials
- Building code
- Farr West administers permits under Utah State Construction Code; local amendment details were not clearly identified on the reviewed page.
- Permit validity
- Not clearly stated on the reviewed public page.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder forms are required in addition to the building permit application when homeowners act as their own general contractor on new homes, remodels, or additions; the page notes accessory buildings do not require an owner-builder form.
- Contractor requirements
- Utah licensing requirements apply.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Confirm whether site plan approval is required; commercial and residential developments need site plan approval before permit submittal.
- 02 Submit permit online through the portal, or deliver hardcopies to city hall if needed.
- 03 Provide any owner-builder form and SWPPP materials if applicable.
- 04 City reviews the application.
- 05 Pay permit and related fees.
- 06 Schedule inspections after permit issuance.
Source: Building Department ↗
Fee schedule
Farr West building permit fees
Permit application progress and payment are handled through the Farr West iWorQ portal; hardcopy submissions may trigger additional fees.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 801-731-4187 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24 hours notice required
- Inspection hours
- 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; no inspections on Fridays.
Typical sequence: Project-specific; city does not publish a consolidated list on the reviewed page.
Inspection reports can be emailed if the permit includes an email address.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Farr West permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Farr West, UT? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Farr West, UT? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Farr West, UT? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Farr West, UT? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.