Bullhead City, AZ Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Bullhead City.

Department

Bullhead City Development Services, Building Division

Address

2355 Trane Rd., Bullhead City, AZ 86442

Phone

(928) 763-0124

Website

https://www.bullheadcity.com/government/departments/development-services/building/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Review the Building and Zoning Permits Guide and collect the most common permit submittal requirements.
2. Complete the permit application form and owner-builder declaration if applicable.
3. Prepare all required construction plans and supporting documentation per the city's requirements.
4. Submit the complete application with all required documents and permit fees to the Building Division in person.
5. City staff reviews application for completeness and routes to applicable reviewers.
6. City typically responds to permit applications within 15 to 20 business days.
7. Applicant addresses any correction comments and resubmits revised documents if required.
8. City issues permit upon final approval after all fees are paid.

Typical processing time: City typically responds to permit applications within 15 to 20 business days.

Source: Bullhead City Development Services, Building Division

General Requirements

Building permits are required for construction, alterations, and work within the City of Bullhead City. Common permit triggers include retaining walls, fences (particularly in recorded easements requiring encroachment permits), manufactured homes, factory-built buildings, pools, spas, and work specified in city code.

Required Documents

• Completed permit application
• Owner-builder declaration (if applicable)
• Site plan and construction plans
• Project scope and specifications
• Proof of property ownership or authorization

Permit validity

Confirm permit validity period with Bullhead City Development Services.

Building code

2018 editions of the ICC construction codes (International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Existing Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code) and 2017 NFPA National Electrical Code with local amendments (adopted 2024-04-16, effective 2024-07-01)

Owner-builder

Owner-builders must complete and submit the owner-builder declaration.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold valid Arizona licenses appropriate to the work and maintain compliance throughout construction.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Per city Development Services fee packet

Payment note

Permit fees required with application submission. City posts separate fee worksheets for manufactured homes, park trailers, factory-built buildings, and ADOH-related work.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2025-07-01 through 2026-06-30).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

• (928) 763-0172 (phone)
• Building Division (in-person)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection sequence varies by project type. Contact Bullhead City Building Division for specific requirements.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2018 editions of the ICC construction codes (International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Existing Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code) and 2017 NFPA National Electrical Code with local amendments (adopted 2024-04-16, effective 2024-07-01)
• Verify contractor license: Arizona Registrar of Contractors License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Planning and Zoning Permit Information
• Development Services Main Page
• License lookup guide: Arizona Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Arizona Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Arizona hub: Arizona Contractor License & Permit Hub

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