City Building Permits

Peoria, AZ Building Permit Guide

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

Arizona Maricopa County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Peoria.

Department: City of Peoria Development and Engineering / Building Development
Phone: (623) 773-7225
Email: building.applications@peoriaaz.gov
Website: https://devservices.peoriaaz.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Open Development Services Portal

Platform: Online Development Services System • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

Prepare construction plans and building permit application.
Submit application and plans through online development services portal.
Development Services reviews permit application.
Address any comments and resubmit plans if required.
Pay permit fees.
Obtain permit issuance.
Schedule and complete required inspections.

Source: City of Peoria Development and Engineering / Building Development

General Requirements

A building permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of commercial or residential structures, and for trade work on electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Peoria Development and Engineering / Building Development to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Development Services portal (online)
(623) 773-7225 (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 Peoria Development and Engineering / Building Development 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.