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WELCOME to the GRAND COUNTY BUILDING DEPARTMENT!
This department performs building-related functions for all of Grand County, including Castle Valley and unincorporated areas, as well as portions of San Juan County adjacent to the Moab Valley area (e.g. Spanish Valley, Pack Creek and southern La Sal Mountains, to as far south as Bridger Jack Mesa.)
SOLAR PERMITS: A plan review deposit of $65 is now required for all solar permit applications. Payment details will be sent to Applicant/Permittee e-mail address following receipt of an acceptable submittal. Deposits for Grand County & San Juan County permits are payable to "Grand County" via Grand County Clerk's office.
This department performs building-related functions for all of Grand County, including Castle Valley and unincorporated areas, as well as portions of San Juan County adjacent to the Moab Valley area (e.g. Spanish Valley, Pack Creek and southern La Sal Mountains, to as far south as Bridger Jack Mesa.)
NOTICE!: Effective January 1, 2019, the Grand County Building Department no longer provides building-related functions for the City of Moab. For any building project within Moab City limits, please contact (435) 259-5129. Application and information available online at: Moab Building Department
SOLAR PERMITS: A plan review deposit of $65 is now required for all solar permit applications. Payment details will be sent to Applicant/Permittee e-mail address following receipt of an acceptable submittal. Deposits for Grand County & San Juan County permits are payable to "Grand County" via Grand County Clerk's office.
NEW ONLINE FORM!: Now submit Building Permit Applications online! Follow this link to access the Grand County Portal, select "Building Permit Application" and follow the instructions to fill out the online form!
If you are submitting a permit in the portion of San Juan County adjacent to Grand County, follow this link to complete an online submittal, San Juan County Portal.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Grand County Building Department ensures the county residences and places of business are designed and constructed to standards for safety, quality, and efficiency in accordance with the current adopted building and zoning regulations. Responsibilities include:
- Enforce adopted building codes and standards to protect life and property of those who work, live, or visit Grand County.
- Approve plans and issue permits for all new construction, additions, demolitions, remodeling, fences, retaining walls, pools, etc.
- Conduct scheduled inspections during each phase of construction
- Comply with State of Utah licensing laws for contractors, engineers, and architects
- Conduct business license inspections
- Abatement of dangerous buildings and structures
- Serve as secretary to the Building Board of Appeals
PDF Forms
Building Permit Application Forms
Solar Permit Application Forms
Contractors
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