Town of Pima, AZ Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Town of Pima.

Department

Town of Pima Building Department

Address

PO Box 426, 110 W. Center, Pima, AZ 85543

Phone

(928) 485-2611

Email

Building@pimatown.az.gov

Website

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Contact Town Hall at (928) 485-2611 or email Building@pimatown.az.gov.
2. Obtain a Building Permit Application from Town Hall or the current permit documents.
3. Prepare and complete the Building Permit Application in accordance with town ordinances.
4. Provide one full set of plans for Town Hall records.
5. Submit the application and all required documents in person or by mail to PO Box 426, Pima, AZ 85543.
6. Town Hall will contact you regarding required inspections and fees.
7. Pay the permit fee.
8. Schedule and complete required inspections (rough plumbing, pre-concrete, framing/roofing, mechanical/electrical, drywall, final).
9. Post the permit card on site once issued.
10. Obtain a certificate of occupancy after all inspections are completed and passed.

Typical processing time: 5-10 business days for initial application review.

Source: Town of Pima Building Department

General Requirements

Per town code, it is unlawful to apply for or provide utility service to any new building, mobile home, remodeled structure, or relocated structure without first applying for and receiving a valid building permit.

Required Documents

• Completed Building Permit Application
• One full set of plans for Town Hall records
• Proof of property ownership or authorization to apply
• Any applicable certificates or approvals

Permit validity

Building permits must be obtained and construction must commence within applicable timeframes. Permits are subject to certificate of occupancy requirements.

Building code

Town code identifies adopted technical codes including 2011 National Electrical Code, 2009 International Mechanical Code, 2009 International Plumbing Code, and 2009 International Residential Code. Building permit application states that town ordinances 'coincide with IBC 2009.' Applicants should verify directly with Town Hall whether any newer code editions have been adopted, as posted materials may not reflect the most current adopted codes.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold a valid Arizona Contractor License.

Fees

Payment note

Contact Town Hall at (928) 485-2611 for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Pima Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• (928) 485-2611 (phone)
• Building@pimatown.az.gov (email)

Scheduling deadline

Contact Town Hall to schedule inspections.

Typical inspection sequence: Building inspections are conducted for at least rough plumbing, pre-concrete, framing/roofing, mechanical/electrical, drywall, and final inspection. All inspections must be completed and passed before a certificate of occupancy is issued.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Town code identifies adopted technical codes including 2011 National Electrical Code, 2009 International Mechanical Code, 2009 International Plumbing Code, and 2009 International Residential Code. Building permit application states that town ordinances 'coincide with IBC 2009.' Applicants should verify directly with Town Hall whether any newer code editions have been adopted, as posted materials may not reflect the most current adopted codes.
• Verify contractor license: Arizona Contractor License Search
• Town Code 2024
• Power of Attorney Form
• General Plan
• License lookup guide: Arizona Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Arizona Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Arizona hub: Arizona Contractor License & Permit Hub

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