Building Division Responsibilities

Building permits are required before projects to add, repair, change, enlarge, demolish install equipment or systems in a structure.

Building applications will be reviewed after a complete application is submitted with all of the required documentation. Submittal requirements and instructions can be found under Permit Checklist's

Online Building Permit Portal

My City Inspector

Please Note: As of July 1, 2023 the state of Utah has adopted the 2021 IBC, IRC, and other codes. Highland City will require that any submittals after July 1, 2023 will need to be based on the new code standard

Submittal Requirements and Building Forms

Building Plan Requirements

• Accessory Structure Checklist (PDF)
  • Accessory Structure Specifications and Diagram (PDF)
• Addition/Remodel Checklist (PDF)
• Basement Finish Checklist (PDF)
• Residential Home Checklist (PDF)
• Retaining Wall Checklist (PDF)
  • Retaining Wall Application
  • Retaining Wall Transition
    
• Solar Checklist (PDF)
• Swimming Pool Checklist (PDF)

Commercial Construction

• Commercial Plans Checklist (PDF)
• Tenant Improvement Checklist (PDF)

Miscellaneous

• Architectural Committee Release Form (PDF)
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
• Construction Bond Release Forms
• Owner Build
• Notice to all Builders

Accessory Dwelling Unit / Basement Apartment

• New Accessory Dwelling Units - Any applicable building permit fees are in addition to this application. 
• Existing Accessory Dwelling Unit Registration - Must have a completed building permit with certificate of occupancy.