Additions and Exterior Remodels

If you want to do an addition or exterior remodel of your commercial structure, you will need to apply for Project Plan Approval. Start by meeting the requirements of the Project Plan Approval Checklist. Exterior remodels are considered a Minor Project Plan. Start the Minor Project Plan Approval process by meeting the requirements of the Minor Project Plan Approval Checklist. Keep in mind changes that may require you to upgrade your electrical service or relocate your power meter; view the Electrical Service Upgrade Quick Reference for more information. File for the Planning application along with any required plans online. Once the application is received and the fees are paid, your plans will be reviewed by various departments in the city to determine if they meet the code requirements. Certain changes require approval of the City’s Design Review Committee.

Once you have applied for Project Plan Approval or Minor Project Plan Approval, you can apply for your building permit by reviewing and meeting the requirements of the Commercial Plan Requirements Checklist and filing for the Building Permit online. A plan review fee must be paid when you submit your building permit application; all other fees will be paid when the building permit is issued. For questions about the building permit process please call the Building Division at (801) 852-6450. Interior remodels are considered a Tenant Finish and have different requirements. Please refer to the Tenant Finish section for more information.