City Building Permits

Town of Florence, AZ Building Permit Guide

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

Arizona Pinal County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Town of Florence.

Department
Community Development, Building Safety Division
Address
224 W. 20th Street, Florence, AZ 85132
Phone
520-868-7575
Website
https://www.florenceaz.gov/community-development/

Online Permit Portal

Open Community Development

Platform: Town of Florence Community Development • Account required: No • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Review permit requirement guidance for your project type.
  2. Download applicable permit application packet and requirements.
  3. Prepare detailed construction drawings and project documentation.
  4. Submit application and drawings to Community Development.
  5. Building Safety Division reviews for code compliance.
  6. Address any corrections or additional requirements.
  7. Pay permit fees.
  8. Obtain building permit and begin work.
  9. Schedule inspections with Building Safety.

Source: Community Development, Building Safety Division

General Requirements

Building permits are typically required for new construction, new electrical wiring, most reroofing, larger accessory buildings, attached awnings, additions, new plumbing systems, permanent pools, non-cosmetic remodels, and solar projects.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Detailed construction drawings
  • Site plan
  • Owner authorization if applicable
  • Project-specific submittal materials
Building code
2018 International Building Code (IBC), 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) with amendments

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Certain small sheds
  • Some low fences

Important: Confirm exemption status with Community Development before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 520-868-7556 (Building Official: Kevin Wall) (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Certificate of occupancy issued by Building Safety Division.

Additional Resources

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

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