Ogden, UTAH Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Ogden City limits only. Verify jurisdiction before applying.

Department

Building Permits & Inspections, Ogden City Community and Economic Development

Address

2549 Washington Blvd, Suite 220, Ogden, UT 84401

Phone

801-629-8950

Email

permits.insp@ogdencity.gov

Website

https://www.ogdencity.gov/183/Building-Permits-Inspections

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Verify the property is in Ogden City jurisdiction.
2. Select the applicable permit type from the city permit applications page.
3. Submit the application and upload required construction documents in PDF format.
4. Pay the initial submittal deposit.
5. City reviews for completeness and code compliance; additional outside approvals may be required for BDO, airport, sewer, or planning.
6. Respond to plan review comments if issued.
7. Pay remaining fees and receive permit issuance.

Typical processing time: 1-3 days to process applications; broader plan review timing is handled through the Building Permits & Inspections FAQ.

Source: Building Permits & Inspections, Ogden City Community and Economic Development

General Requirements

Commercial, residential, fire, land use, demolition, and vacant building permits. Some work may not require a building permit but can still require a land use permit.

Required Documents

• Complete plan set including site/civil and MEP
• Structural calculations
• Geotechnical soils report
• Project specifications
• Energy compliance documents
• Miscellaneous supporting documents

Permit validity

Not publicly stated on the main permit page reviewed; confirm with the permit office.

Building code

Ogden links directly to Utah statewide construction code and statewide amendments. Local permit administration is under Ogden City Title 16 and the Utah State Construction Code.

Owner-builder

Not clearly stated on the public Ogden permit pages reviewed; confirm with the permit office and Utah owner-builder requirements.

Contractor requirements

Utah state contractor licensing applies. Ogden also requires Utah-licensed design professionals for sealed drawings where applicable.

Fees

Plan check fee

Not clearly broken out on the public permit page reviewed.

Permit fee formula

Building permit fees are set by city fee schedule/code; the permit applications page also requires a $70.50 deposit at application acceptance, credited toward the final permit price.

Payment note

Ogden provides online invoice payment through eG Self Service.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Detached accessory buildings 200 square feet or less
• Fences
• Driveways
• Accessory parking areas
• Landscaping
• Sheds under 200 square feet
• Concrete pads
• Walkways

Important: Some work may not require a building permit but can still require a land use permit. Confirm Utah code exemptions and Ogden land use requirements with Planning before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• 801-629-8950 (phone)

Inspection hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Ogden's Building Permits & Inspections FAQ addresses typical inspections; exact sequence varies by permit type.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Ogden links directly to Utah statewide construction code and statewide amendments. Local permit administration is under Ogden City Title 16 and the Utah State Construction Code.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Permit applications
• Building inspections page
• Code services
• Ogden code library
• License lookup guide: Utah Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Utah Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Utah hub: Utah Contractor License & Permit Hub

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