Additions and Remodels
A building permit is required for all residential additions and remodels. Start by reviewing and meeting the requirements of the
Residential Plan Review Checklist for Additions, Remodels, Basement Finishes and Accessory Structures. Please keep in mind that your plans should be drawn to professional standards and to scale.
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Decks, Fences and Retaining Walls
If you want to build a deck attached to your home, you will need a building permit. Fences don't normally require building permits but they do need to meet certain setback and height restrictions, call (801) 852-6400 and talk to a Zoning Officer for more information. Retaining walls less than four feet in height, including the 30" footing depth, do not require a building permit.
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Demolition
Any type of demolition requires a demolition permit. The first step in getting this permit is to contact the
Utah Division of Air Quality at (801) 536-4000 for an asbestos report. The report must be received before a permit can be issued by the Community Development Department. A site plan must be submitted for residential demolition.
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Fire Rebuild/Repair
Replacing or repairing buildings that have been destroyed by a fire always requires a building permit. The Fire Department and Building Division will be involved in determining the extent of repair or replacement. An inspection by the Building Division will determine if power can be restored to the structure, and if an engineer will be needed to design structural fixes.
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Historic Property Renovation
Prior to beginning exterior work on a property listed in the Provo Landmarks Register, fill out and submit an application
online. If the proposed work requires a hearing before the Landmarks Commission, the application will be placed on the next available Landmarks Commission Agenda.
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New Construction
A building permit is required for all new residential structures. To begin, you will want to review and meet the requirements of the
Residential Plan Review Checklist. Please keep in mind that your plans should be drawn to professional standards and to scale.
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Pools
If you want to install a pool, whether indoor or outdoor, you will need to get a building permit. Outdoor pools must be surrounded by a wall or fence with a minimum height of six feet, and must be a minimum of five feet from the side and rear property lines.
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Shed/Accessory Building
Accessory buildings fewer than 200 sq. feet do not require a building permit; however, there are setback requirements and height requirements for the zone where the property is located. Most residential zones allow sheds and other accessory buildings to be built three feet inside a property line only if the structure is more than six feet away from the main dwelling, and not more than twelve feet high.
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Utility Service Changes- Apply for a
Building permit
- Visit
Provo Power Electrical Standards
- Schedule a
pre-inspection for equipment placement details
-
Apply for mechanical permit to upgrade your gas meter
Provide a Gas Line schematic
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Water Heater, Furnace, AC Installation/Replacement
Replacing water heaters, furnaces and air conditioning requires a building permit. Start the permit process by filing for a Building Permit
online.
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