West Point, UTAH Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Covers properties inside West Point City limits.

Department

Building

Address

3200 W 300 N, West Point, UT 84015

Phone

801-776-0970

Website

https://westpointutah.gov/162/Building

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Create a CityInspect account before applying.
2. Submit the permit application and supporting materials through the online permit portal.
3. City reviews the permit and calculates fees.
4. When ready, the city emails an invoice.
5. Pay the invoice online by card or electronic check.
6. Request inspections in the portal or contact staff for assistance.

Typical processing time: Not clearly posted on the public page.

Source: Building

General Requirements

West Point requires permits for new construction, most remodels or upgrades to existing homes, accessory buildings over 200 square feet, reroofs, electrical work, signs, and fences.

Required Documents

• Depends on permit type
• Separate forms are posted for accessory buildings under 200 square feet, fences, signs, and owner-builder certification

Permit validity

Not clearly posted on the public page.

Building code

City states Building Department ensures construction follows current building codes; public page reviewed does not post a concise adopted code list.

Owner-builder

Owner-builder certification agreement is posted.

Contractor requirements

Utah DOPL contractor licensing applies.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Some permit fees are valuation-based, while others depend on square footage, structure size, or number of inspections.

Payment note

Pay through the online portal; cards carry a 3% service charge, while electronic check is also accepted.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Accessory buildings under 200 square feet use a separate application rather than the main building permit route.

Important: Any other claimed exempt work should be confirmed directly with staff because the city page does not provide a full exemption list.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Through the online permit portal (online)
• Staff phone support also available (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Depends on project type.

Additional Resources

• Building code: City states Building Department ensures construction follows current building codes; public page reviewed does not post a concise adopted code list.
• Verify contractor license: Utah DOPL License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Building Department
• Davis County Property Search
• License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub