Permits & Impact Fees

Utah Permits & Impact Fees. These are required municipal costs to build your home and connect it to city services like water, sewer, and roads.

What’s Included

Includes city building permit fees, plan check fees, utility connection charges, and impact fees (parks, roads, public safety). Costs vary widely across Utah — Provo, Park City, and Summit County often have the highest fees, while more rural towns like Payson or Eagle Mountain may be lower. Some cities bundle all fees into one payment; others break them into multiple stages.

Notes:

plan review, building permit, impact fees, SWPPP review, basic fire review

Builder Tips:

Check with your city or county early — fees can add $25,000–$60,000+ to your build. Impact fees are typically based on square footage, lot size, and home type. Owner-builders are responsible for permit applications and often required to attend plan reviews in person. Use tools like BuildAngel.ai or direct city websites to find current fee schedules. Many cities publish them publicly online.

Real World Example:

A 4,600 sq ft home in Draper, UT:

Permit & plan check: ~$3,800
Water/sewer connection: ~$8,200
Impact fees (roads, parks, etc.): ~$18,500
Total: ~$30,500 for all municipal fees

FAQ

Q: Where can I find permit fees for my city?

A: Many Utah cities post fee schedules on their official websites. You can also call the building department or search 'City Name + building permit fees.'

Q: Are impact fees negotiable?

A: No — they are standardized based on city ordinances. Some cities offer credits or deferment options.

Q: Do I pay all at once?

A: Usually during permit issuance, but some cities split payments (e.g., water later).

Q: Can I use BuildAngel.ai to calculate this?

A: Yes — BuildAngel.ai provides estimated fees by city, based on regular research of posted fee schedules across Utah.