City Building Permits

Glendale, AZ Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Glendale, Arizona. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Arizona Maricopa County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Glendale.

Department: City of Glendale Development Services, Building Safety Division
Address: 5754 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale, AZ
Phone: (623) 930-2800
Website: https://www.glendaleaz.com/work/building_codes___services/building_permits

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permits

Platform: Electronic Plan Submittal • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Forms & Applications

Application Process

Prepare construction drawings and permit application materials.
Submit application and plans electronically for plan review.
Development Services reviews plans for compliance.
Address any plan review comments and resubmit revised plans if required.
Pay permit fees.
Obtain permit issuance.
Schedule and complete required inspections.

Source: City of Glendale Development Services, Building Safety Division

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Glendale.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Glendale Development Services, Building Safety Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(623) 930-2800 (phone)

Additional Resources

Verify contractor license: Arizona Registrar of Contractors
License lookup guide: Arizona Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Arizona Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Arizona hub: Arizona Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Glendale Development Services, Building Safety Division before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.