SALT LAKE CITY BUILDING PERMITS

All building permits in Salt Lake City must be applied for and received online through the city’s Citizen Access Portal. Through the portal, contractors and residents can prepare an application, then send in the electronic building plans, communicate with the inspectors and receive their electronic building permit for Salt Lake City.

Here, we will break down the process to obtain a residential or commercial building permit in Salt Lake City.

What is Required for an Online Building Permit in Salt Lake City?

Different building projects require different information in order to receive an ePermit in Salt Lake City. All residential and commercial projects that are:

• New builds
• Renovations
• Structural Changes
• Electrical and plumbing

The Online Building Permit Process in Salt Lake City

Before beginning the building permit application process, download the Building Permit Applications and read the Building Permit Application Instructions and the Permit Requirements for various types of construction.

Once the proper application has been downloaded, it must be filled out with all the correct information. Then, the applicable building plans listed must be included in PDF form through the online portal.

Should the Building Department require any changes to be made, there will be a notification sent through the online system. Once the updated information is received and reviewed, an electronic building permit for Salt Lake City residents or contractors will be issued.

Incomplete or Incorrect Online Permit Submissions

Upon electronic submittal, the Salt Lake City staff will verify all required permit information has been submitted in the proper format. If you submit an incomplete application, the city will advise you and there will be a delay in the approval process.

Online Inspections in Salt Lake City

Online property inspections can also be scheduled through the Citizen Portal by providing  Site Address, Contractor Information, Parcel Number and Record Information.

Once the property inspection has been made, there will be an email notification and the inspector will be at the site at the arranged time.

Expedite Your Electronic Building Permit in Salt Lake City

First Service Permits have helped builders and residents navigate the online building permit process in Salt Lake City and simplify the entire building project from start-to-finish.

If you want to see how we can help you with your next project, schedule your appointment with our permit specialists today!