Woods Cross, UTAH Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Covers properties inside Woods Cross City limits; inspection work is handled by Beacon Code Consultants under the city's Building Official function.

Department

Woods Cross City Building Division / Building Services

Address

1555 South 800 West, Woods Cross, UT 84087

Phone

801-292-4421 x 2002

Email

permits@woodscross.com

Website

https://woodscross.gov/building

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Create a CityInspect account and submit signed application materials through the Woods Cross portal.
2. For commercial work, obtain planning approval first where required.
3. Upload plans, valuation, site plan, supporting calculations, bond documents, SWPPP, and fire marshal approval as applicable.
4. City and consultants review the plans and communicate through the portal.
5. Pay any plan review deposit and then final permit fees after approval.
6. Permit issues after approvals and fee payment; inspections follow.

Typical processing time: New commercial plan review is stated at approximately 21 working days from complete submittal.

Source: Woods Cross City Building Division / Building Services

General Requirements

Woods Cross says a building permit is required for all construction within the city except listed exemptions.

Required Documents

• Varies by permit
• Commercial checklist specifically requires site plan, electronically stamped plans, supporting documentation, valuation, construction bond agreement, SWPPP, and South Davis Metro Fire approval

Permit validity

Not clearly posted on the main page.

Building code

Woods Cross posts design criteria showing 2021 IRC, IBC, IMC, IFC, IPC, IFGC, IECC, and IEBC, plus 2020 NEC, all as adopted by the State of Utah.

Owner-builder

Not clearly summarized on the page.

Contractor requirements

Utah state licensure applies; city commercial materials also require contractors and bonds where applicable.

Fees

Plan check fee

Commercial permit packet requires a $250 plan review deposit at application.

Permit fee formula

Building and plan review fees are based on square footage being finished and construction type; additional impact fees may apply.

Payment note

Final permit payments that include impact fees must be made by check; checks may be mailed or paid in person.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• One-story detached accessory buildings 200 square feet or less that meet zoning requirements.
• Residential floor coverings.
• Residential interior wall coverings.
• Private fencing 6 feet or under that complies with code.
• Flat cement work.
• Retaining walls under 4 feet in height.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Contact Beacon Code Consultants (phone)
• Call, text, or email Beacon Code Consultants (other)

Inspection hours

City office hours are Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Depends on permit type; commercial packet contemplates standard office review and field inspections after permit issuance.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Woods Cross posts design criteria showing 2021 IRC, IBC, IMC, IFC, IPC, IFGC, IECC, and IEBC, plus 2020 NEC, all as adopted by the State of Utah.
• Verify contractor license: Utah DOPL License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Building Division
• Woods Cross Design Criteria
• License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub