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Salt Lake County Building Permit Requirements for building a storage shed

Click on your city to see the available shed ordinance and building permit requirements

Unincorporated Utah County's requirements are shown at the top of the page.

 

Bluffdale        Cottonwood Heights        Draper        Herriman        Holladay        Midvale        Murray        Riverton        Salt Lake City

Sandy        South Jordan        South Salt Lake        Taylorsville        West Jordan        West Valley City

 

NOTE: We are still in the process of posting all of the building permit information for all of the cities listed above.

If your city's information is not shown here, we recommend contacting your local city office for more information.

 

 

 

Bluffdale

 

Bluffdale City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The Bluffdale City Website does not have any specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit.  However, most cities in Salt Lake County have adapted the International building code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.  We have not been able to verify this and we recommend contacting the Bluffdale Building Department.  801-254-2200

 

More information will be coming soon...

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Cottonwood Heights

 

Cotton Wood Heights Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The Cottonwood Heights City Website states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.  If you have any further questions, we recommend contacting the Cottonwood Heights Building Department. 801-944-7069

 

Below is an excerpt from the Cottonwood Heights Building Department web page.

 

A building permit is required for all construction within the city, excluding the following:

 

  • One-story detached accessory buildings less than 200 square feet that meet setback and height requirements;
  • Floor coverings (i.e. carpet, hardwood, tile, etc.) for residential projects;
  • Interior wall coverings (wallpaper, paint, paneling, etc.) for residential projects;
  • Private fencing that meets city zoning requirements.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Draper

 

Draper City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The Draper City Building Department web page states that they have adopted the International Building Code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.  We have not been able to verify this and we recommend contacting the Draper City Building Department 801-381-7625

 

More information will be coming soon...

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Herriman

 

Herriman City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The Herriman City Building Department web page states that only sheds that are larger than 200 Sq. ft. require a building permit. However, all sheds smaller than 200 sq. ft. that have electrical  require an electrical permit.

 

Here is an excerpt from the Herriman Building Department Detached Structures web page:

 

If you are planning to add a detached garage, shed, pole barn, or similar structure to your property, that is larger than 200 square feet, you are required to submit for and obtain a building permit and all required inspections.

 

If the structure is 200 square feet or less, but you are adding electrical (outlets, lights), you are required to obtain an Electrical Permit ($47.47) and schedule an electrical inspection.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Holladay

 

Holladay City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Holladay City does not require a building permit for any any Shed or building that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller.  However, they do recommend that you check with the planning department to determine the proper placement of a shed on your property.

 

Below is an excerpt from the Holladay Frequently asked questions web page:

 

What work needs a permit?...

...

Permits are required for the following:

• New buildings (Over 200 Square Feet) - Check with Planning for permitted placement on property.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Midvale

 

Midvale City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Midvale City does not require a building permit for any any Shed or building that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller unless it is located in a commercial or non residential area.  Then you may build a shed that is up to 120 sq. ft without needing a building permit.

 

Below is an excerpt from the Midvale Building Department web page:

 

Permits Required

 

A Building Permit is required for most construction in the City. Some of the exceptions are:

 

  • A detached accessory building less than 120 square feet (non residential)
  • A detached accessory building less than 200 square feet (residential)
  • Cosmetic work i.e. carpet, tile, painting, wall papering

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Murray

 

Murray City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The Murray City Website does not have any specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit.  However, most cities in Salt Lake County have adapted the International building code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.  We have not been able to verify this and we recommend contacting the Murray Building Division 801-270-2444

 

More information will be coming as soon as it is available...

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Riverton

 

Riverton City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Riverton City does not require a building permit for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller.

 

Below is the text from the Riverton City Building Department Accessory Structure Requirements web page:

 

Riverton City

Building Department

 

ACCESSORY STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS

 

Accessory structures are buildings or structures such as private garages, sheds, carports, patio

shelters and similar structures. Such structures are constructed to serve an existing residence

and may not be used for human occupancy.

 

PERMITS:

A building permit is required for accessory structures, except for one story detached

accessory structures used as sheds, playhouses and similar small buildings that are 200 square

feet or less in floor area.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Salt Lake City

 

Salt Lake City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Salt Lake City does not require a building permit for any shed, playhouse or similar buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or smaller.

 

Below is a paragraph from the Salt Lake City Building Services Department frequently asked questions web page:

 

When do I need a permit?

 

Basically, all work being done requires a permit. The only exception to this is painting, laying flooring or other cosmetic issues. Please check with the Permits Office if you are not sure. The permit staff can be reached at 801-535-6000. Other exemptions include: playhouses and similar uses under 200 square feet; oil derricks; movable cases, counters and partitions not over five feet high; retaining walls which are not over two feet in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding flammable liquids; water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed five thousand gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one; painting, papering and similar finish work; temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery; window awnings supported by an exterior wall of Group R, Division 3, and Group M occupancies, when projecting not more than 54 inches.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Sandy

 

Sandy City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Sandy City does not require a building permit for any storage shed or other structure that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller.

The Sandy City Website Building Permits page states the types of work exempt from needing a building permit. However, a building permit is required for all storage sheds and buildings exceeding 200 sq. ft.

 

Below is an excerpt from the Sandy Building Department  web page:

 

Work exempt from building permit (not a comprehensive listing):

 

  • One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area is not greater than 200 square feet.

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

South Jordan

 

South Jordan City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The South Jordan City Website does not have any specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit.  However, It does state that they have adapted the International building code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.

We have not been able to verify this and we recommend contacting the South Jordan City Building Department for further information.

801-446-HELP

 

More information will be coming as available soon...

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

South Salt Lake

 

South Salt Lake City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

The South Salt Lake City Website does not have any specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit.  However, It does state that they have adapted the International building code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.

We have not been able to verify this and we recommend contacting the South Salt Lake City Building Department for further information.

801-412-3225

 

More information will be coming soon...

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

Taylorsville

 

Taylorsville City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

Taylorsville City does not require a building permit for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or less.  However, all buildings larger than 200 sq. ft. do require a building permit.

 

Below is an excerpt from the Taylorsville web page: Do I Need a Building Permit?

 

A building permit is not required for any of the following actions:

  • Accessory buildings (sheds, detached garages, etc.) smaller than 200 square feet for one and two
    family dwellings. This includes sheds, playhouses and similar structures. However, please be
    advised that all accessory structures must meet applicable zoning requirements. For more
    information regarding zoning regulations in residential areas, including minimum setbacks for
    accessory structures, please refer to Taylorsville Information Form’s P-1 through P-3b.
  • Accessory buildings smaller than 120 square feet for any commercial use. However, please be
    advised that all accessory structures must meet applicable zoning requirements.

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

West Jordan

 

West Jordan City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

In West Jordan City a building permit is not required for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or less.  However, all buildings larger than 200 sq. ft. do require a building permit.

 

Below is an excerpt from the West Jordan Accessory Structure Handbook.

 

Will I Need a Building Permit?

Certain conditions will require a building permit.

These circumstances are outlined below:

  • The structure has a floor area of more than two hundred (200) square feet.
  • Utility services (water, power, gas, etc.) are hooked up to the accessory structure.

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

West Valley City

 

West Valley City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

 

West Valley City only requires a building permit on sheds, playhouses or other buildings that exceed 200 sq. ft. in size or have electrical or plumbing.

 

Below is an excerpt from the West Valley City Permit Requirements web page:

 

Permit Requirements

 

When You Need a Permit

A building permit must be purchased from the West Valley City Building Inspection Division. Inspections for installation approval will be required for the following activities that relate to single family dwellings:

 

  • Building any detached structures such as garages, barns, tool and storage sheds, playhouses,
    pool or hot tub enclosures, and similar uses where the structure exceeds 200 square feet in floor area

 

 

The above information is informational only and does not replace official city documents.

 

 

 

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