Davis County Shed Building Permit Requirements

Davis County Cities

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

NOTE: We are still in the process gathering and posting up to date building permit information for all the cities listed above.

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

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Bountiful

Bountiful City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Bountiful City development code states that they have currently adopted the International Building Code, which states that all accessory buildings and sheds 200 sq. ft. and smaller to do not require a building permit.  The website does not specifically state that a building permit is not required for these sheds, however, in the city development code section 14-1-105 it states that all new buildings require a building permit unless they are excluded by the currently adopted version of the international building code.

Below is an excerpt from the Bountiful City Development Code:

14-1-105 BUILDING PERMITS REQUIRED

  1. No building or structure shall be constructed, reconstructed, altered or moved, nor shall the use of the land be changed, except after the issuance of a permit for the same by the Engineering and Building Department and approved by the Planning Department, unless excluded by the currently adopted version of the International Building Code and as provided in this Title. Furthermore, no building lot or parcel of ground shall be filled, excavated, or otherwise structurally altered without an excavation permit from the Engineering and Building Department. Activities that do not require a building permit are not exempt from the provisions of this Title.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Centerville

Centerville City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Centerville City Website does not have any specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit.  However, most cities in Davis 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 Centerville City Community Development Department 801-292-8232 for further information.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Clearfield

Clearfield City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Clearfield City website states on the bottom of the Accessory Building Quick Reference Check List web page that a building permit is not required for any shed, playhouse or accessory building that is 200 sq. ft. or less.  However, it also states that you must submit a site plan and obtain approval from the Planning Division.

Here is a link to a PDF on the Clearfield City site about "When do I need a building permit?"

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Clinton

Clinton City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Clinton City does not require a building permit for any storage shed or accessory buildings that do not exceed 200 sq. ft. in size

Here is an excerpt from the Clinton City "do I need a permit" web page.

Work exempt from permit. Permits, except as noted, shall not be required for the following.Exemption from permit requirements of the Code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of the Code or any otherlaws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.

Building:

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

If you have any other questions we recommend contacting the Clinton City Community Development Department

Community Development
2267 North 1500 West
Clinton City, UT 84015
Phone: (801) 614-0740
Fax: (801) 614-0752

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Farmington

Farmington City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Farmington City website states that a building permit is required for accessory buildings.  However, we have contacted the Farmington Building Department and were told that they follow the International Building Code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit.

We have confirmed this with a building official in Farmington and are confident in stating the following:

"A building permit is not required for any storage shed, playhouse or other accessory building that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller."

If you have any other questions, please contact the Farmington Building Department

Farmington Building Department
2160 South Main Street
Farmington, UT 84025
Phone: (801) 451-2383
Fax: (801) 451-2747

Office Hours: 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Monday-Friday

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Fruit Heights

Fruit Heights Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Fruit Heights website states that a building permit is not required for accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less.  

Here is a link to the Fruit Heights website where it states this under "The following project types require a building permit."

Their website also states the following under their frequently asked questions section on their page:

Do I need a permit to put a shed on my property?

Yes. To ensure that you meet the set-back and height requirements, you will need to obtain a permit from the Building Department for any sheds or accessory buildings over 200 sq. ft. (14X15) (12x17).

You will find a lot more valuable information on the city's website.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Kaysville

Kaysville Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Kaysville website states that a building permit is not required for accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less.  

Here is a link to the Kaysville City website where we found the following information.

Accessory Buildings

Accessory buildings under 200 square feet do not require a permit, but are required to follow zoning regulations. If you are adding electrical and/or plumbing, then a permit will need to be issued for that portion.

There is a lot more valuable information that can be found on their website by following the link above.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Layton

Layton Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Layton City website is a little confusing. We found that the website states that all accessory structures require a building permit. However,  we spoke with two different officials one in the Building Department and one in the Zoning Department to get more information and here is what we found: Accessory structures that are 200 sq. ft. or smaller require a permit only to ensure that the placement of the building is in accordance with Planning and Zoning but not an actual building permit. There is not a charge for this permit but they must be approved by the city and they go through the same process of approval as a normal building permit. For all structures over 200 sq. ft. a building permit is required and there will be a fee. Below is a link to the Layton city website where you can set up an account and apply for your permit. You may also contact the Layton City Building Department by calling (801)336-3760

Create an account and apply for an Accessory Building Permit Application Create an account and apply for a standard Building Permit Application

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

North Salt Lake

North Salt Lake Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Here is a link to the North Salt Lake Building Department website where you will find more information about how to apply for the various permits required for you storage building. Below is the contact information for their department.

North Salt Lake Building Department
10 E Center Street
North Salt Lake, Ut 84054
(801)335-8720

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

South Weber

South Weber Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The South Weber City website states that a building permit is not required for accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less.  

Here is a link to the South Salt Lake "When do I need a Building Permit?" pdf document on their website where it states the following:

- One-story detached storage-type sheds 200 square feet and smaller on one and two family dwelling lots do not require a building permit.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Sunset

Sunset City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Sunset City only requires a building permit on sheds, playhouses or other similar structures if they are larger than 200 sq. ft.All buildings larger thatn 200 sq. ft. require a building permit.

This information has been verified on the Sunset City Building Permits web page.

Here is a link to the Fruit Heights website where is states that permits are needed only for sheds that are larger than 200 sq. ft.

If you have any other questions, please contact the Sunset City Building Department. 801-614-9102

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Syracuse

Syracuse City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

According to the Syracuse Building Department web page, all structures larger than 200 sq. ft. require a building permit.  Structures that are 200 sq. ft. or less do not require a building permit but do require a Site Plan approval and there is no fee for this. This is simply to make sure that your shed is meeting Planning and Zoning requirements.

The Fruit Heights website states that a building permit is not required for accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less.  

Here is a link to Syracuse "Do I Need a Building Permit" sheet on their website where this is explained

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

West Bountiful

West Bountiful City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

West Bountiful does not require any building permits for storage sheds or other accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. and smaller.All buildings larger than 200 sq. ft do require a building permit.

this information has been verified by the Title 15 building code adopted by the city.

Below is an excerpt from the West Bountiful Code on Buildings and Construction. 15.08.020 Building permit...

G. A building permit shall not be required for the following:
        1. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and
             similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet;

If you have any other questions about building permits, please contact the West Bountiful Building Department. (801)292-4486

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

West Point

West Point Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

West Point does not require a building permit for shed that are 200 sq. ft. or smaller.  However, it is stated on their website that all of these structures must comply with zoning and setback regulations.  Those regulations may change depending on the zoning of your property.  We recommend contact the city offices for any questions about these regulations.All sheds larger than 200 sq. ft. will require a building permit.

Below is an excerpt from the West Point Requirements for all Accessory Buildings handout.

1. Buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less does not need a building permit but shall comply with zoning regulations.

There is more information to be found by following the link above. If you have any other questions about building permits, pleas contact theWest Point Building Department. (801)776-0970

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Woods Cross

Woods Cross Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Woods Cross does not require a building permit for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller as long as it meets the requirements of the Woods Cross City Zoning Ordinances.All buildings larger than 200 sq. ft. will require a building permit.

We have confirmed this information on the Woods Cross Building Services web page. Below is an excerpt form that web page.

A building permit is required for all construction within the city, excluding the following:
        - One-story detached accessory buildings 200 square feet in size or less that meets the requirements of the Woods Cross City Zoning Ordinance.
Also:
Accessory Buildings:
         - A permit is required to construct an accessory building (storage shed, detached garage, barn) that will be over 200 square feet in size.  For structures 200 square feet and under , no permit is required; however, all structures must comply with zoning setback requirements.  The structure is limited to height of the home not to exceed 25 feet high.

If you have any other questions about building permits, please contact the Woods Cross Building Services Division. 801-364-1465

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.