Whether you are a City of Peoria homeowner replacing a water heater, a small business owner starting a new restaurant or a developer building a new residential subdivision, your project will need to be permitted through the Development and Engineering Department. The process for obtaining a building permit in Peoria, AZ will depend on the scope of your project. For most projects, you will need to submit civil and/or building plans for review prior to obtaining a building permit.

Site Development (Engineering)

• Plan Review
• Over the Counter Plan Review
• Permits

Building Development

• Commercial Plan Review
• Commercial Building Permits
• Self Certification
• Residential Plan Review
• Residential Building Permits
• Over the Counter Plan Review
• Monthly Permits Issued Reports
• Plan Review Timelines (PDF)

Site Development (Engineering)

Plan Review

The civil plan review process helps ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and standards. Below are checklists and guidelines for the preparation of civil plans that may be required for a project. All plans submitted for review must be accompanied by a submittal application (PDF).

• Submittal Application (PDF)
• Submittal Checklist – Commercial Developments (PDF)
• Submittal Checklist – Residential Developments (PDF)
• Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Checklist and Guide (PDF)
• Signing and Striping Checklist (PDF)
• Traffic Signal Plan Checklist and Process Guide (PDF)
• Traffic Signal Clearance Policy (PDF)
• Street Light Policy (PDF)
• Maintenance Improvement District (MID) Checklist and Guide (PDF)
• Street Light Improvement District (SLID) Checklist and Guide (PDF)
• Final Plat Submittal Checklist and Guide (PDF)
• Minor Land Division Checklist and Guide (PDF)
• No Conflict Form (PDF)
• Section 404 Certification (PDF)
• Stockpile Permit Requirements (PDF)
• Water and Sewer Service Templates (PDF)
• Exhibit Template, Legal Description (PDF)
• Exhibit Template, Sketch (PDF)
• Change of Ownership Verification Form (PDF)
• Request for Engineering Design Waiver (PDF)

Expedited Plan Review

Expedited plan review may be available upon request. Availability is based on staffing levels and current workload. Customers must have pre-authorization from the engineering supervisor and must pay all required fees at time of submittal. An expedited plan review request form (PDF) must be completed and submitted to the engineering counter for processing.

Over the Counter Plan Review

Over the counter plan review for residential water and sewer tap permits, as well as third civil plan reviews (with civil reviewer’s consent)  is available by appointment Tuesday mornings (8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.) and Wednesday afternoons (2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.). Your request must be submitted online. Schedule an over the counter plan review online. Same day appointments and walk-ins are not available at this time. Once you have submitted your request, 30-minute appointments can be made for the week of the request by e-mail at otc.site@peoriaaz.gov

• Permit Application (PDF)
• Water and Sewer Service Guide and Templates (PDF)

Permits

Once the plans are approved, permits must be obtained prior to commencing work. Additional items may be needed for permit issuance. These typically consist of copies of approved plan sets, executed construction contract(s), inspection fee payment, the posting of assurances (if applicable), contractor information, and insurance certificates. Once the permits are issued and the fees have been paid, please contact the inspection division at 623-773-8445, prior to the start of work, to schedule a pre-construction meeting.

• Permit Application (PDF)
• Haul Route Permit Application (PDF)
• Grading at Owner’s Risk Permit Application (PDF)
• Traffic Control Application (PDF)
• Permit Extension Form (PDF)
• Oversize/Overweight Permit Application (PDF)
• Extended Construction Hours Application (PDF)
• Overtime Inspection Request (PDF)
• Utility Daily Work Location Form (PDF)

Building Development

Commercial Plan Review

Most projects require a building plan review to be completed before permits can be issued. The plan review process helps ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and standards. Below are checklists and guidelines for the preparation of commercial plans that may be required for a project. All plans submitted for review must be accompanied by the appropriate permit application.

• 201 – Commercial Plan Submittal Guidelines and Checklist (PDF)
• 204 – Addressing Guidelines (PDF)
• 260 – Generator Requirements Checklist (PDF)
• 500 – ADA Accessible Sales Office (PDF)
• 509 – Tenant Improvement Standards (PDF)
• 514 – Special Inspection Form (PDF)
• Fire – Plan Review Guide for Conceptual Design
• Fire – Plan Review Guide for Fire Sprinkler Systems
• Fire – Plan Review Guide for Fire Alarm Systems

Expedited Plan Review

Expedited plan review may be available upon request. Availability is based on staffing levels and current workload. Customers must have pre-authorization from the plan review supervisor and must pay all required fees at time of submittal. An expedited plan review request form (PDF) must be completed and submitted to the building counter for processing.

Commercial Building Permits

Once the plans are approved, permits must be obtained prior to commencing work. Additional items may be needed for permit issuance. These typically include inspection fee payment, contractor information (name, Arizona Registrar of Contractors license number, City of Peoria business license number) and inspection contact information.

• 400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application (PDF)
• 400S – Solar Permit Application (PDF)
• 400TI – Tenant Improvement Application (PDF)
• 400NC – New Commercial Application (PDF)
• 400CofO – Certificate of Occupancy Only Application (PDF)
• Self Certification Permit Application (PDF)
• Permit Extension Request Form (PDF)
• Extended Construction Work Hours (PDF)

Self Certification Pilot Program

The self certification pilot program for building tenant improvement permits is another way in which the City of Peoria is committed to enhancing customer service for our building community, while ensuring saftey standards remain our number one priority.

The self certification pilot program benefits:

• Eliminates building plan review for licensed design professionals who qualify for the program.
• Faster permit process for elegible projects – building permits can be issued within three business days.
• Focus on safety – certified professionals take responsibility for and certify project compliance with building codes, standards and ordinances.

Eligible Projects

Tenant improvement projects for non-residential occupancies excluding buildings or portions of buildings:

• Exceeding two stories in height.
• Exceeding 15,000 square feet in area.
• Including any “H” occupancy.

How do I become certified?

Pass and maintain Building Plans Examiner Certification from the International Code Council. For more information on how to register for the examination, visit: www.iccsafe.org/certification/pages/default.aspx

Arizona Licensed Design Professionals must attend a self certification training class offered by the City of Phoenix. For information on how to register for this training, visit: https://www.phoenix.gov/pdd/self-certification-program/professional-requirements

Once you are certified ... 

Once certified, you must complete and provide the required forms necessary for submittal. Provided all items are received and complete, your permit will be issued within three business days.

Below are checklists and guidelines for the preparation of commercial plans to be self certified. All plans submitted for review must be accompanied by the appropriate permit application.

• Building Self Certification Overview (PDF)
• Self Certification Permit Application (PDF)
• Self Certification Permit Process (PDF)
• Building Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
• Owner/Tenant Certification Statement (PDF)
• Hold Harmless and Recordation Document (PDF)
• Professional of Record Statement (PDF)
• Structural Peer Review Certificate (PDF)
• Critical Life and Health Safety Handout (PDF)
• Deferred Submittal Fire Policy and Procedures (PDF)
• Fire Protection Site Review Inspection Results (PDF)
• Fire Protection System Plan Requirements (PDF)

Looking for a self-certified professional?

•  Self-Certified Professionals (PDF)

SB1598 Timelines

• Notice and Timelines (PDF)

Residential Plan Review

Most projects require a building plan review to be completed before permits can be issued. The plan review process helps ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and standards. Below are checklists and guidelines for the preparation of residential plans that may be required for a project. All plans submitted for review must be accompanied by the appropriate permit application.

• 207 - Group/Care Home Inspection Checklist
• 208 – Residential Inspection Checklist (PDF)
• 235 – Residential Solar Photovoltaic Systems (PDF)
• Fire – Residential Solar Photovoltaic Requirements (PDF)
• 240 – Solar Water Heating Systems (PDF)
• 253 – Custom Home Guidelines (PDF)
• 254 – Residential Standard Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
• 502 – Patio Cover and Carport (PDF)
• 507 – Patio Enclosure Standards (PDF)
• 508 – Detached and Attached Structures (PDF)
• 510 – Pool and Spa Barrier (PDF)
• 514 – Special Inspection Form (PDF)
• 525 - Group/Care Home Plan Review Checklist (PDF)
• 603 – Residential Water Well (PDF)
• Manufactured Home Site Plan Template (PDF)

Expedited Plan Review

Expedited plan review may be available upon request. Availability is based on staffing levels and current workload. Customers must have pre-authorization from the plan review supervisor and must pay all required fees at time of submittal.  An expedited plan review request form (PDF) must be completed and submitted to the building counter for processing.

Residential Building Permits

Once the plans are approved, City of Peoria AZ building permits must be obtained prior to commencing work. Additional items may be needed for permit issuance. These typically include inspection fee payment, contractor information (name, Arizona Registrar of Contractors license number, City of Peoria business license number) and inspection contact information.

• 400M – Miscellaneous Building Permit Application (PDF)
• 400S – Solar Permit Application (PDF)
• 400NR – New Custom Home Application (PDF)
• 402 – Swimming Pool/Spa Permit Application (PDF)
• 405 – Standard Home Application/Truss Waiver (PDF)
• 405A – New Standard Plan Submittal (PDF)
• Permit Extension Request Form (PDF)
• Extended Construction Work Hours (PDF)
• Owner/Builder Affidavit (PDF)

Over the Counter Plan Review

Commercial

Over the counter plan review is available for miscellaneous commercial electrical permits for a new electrical system or an addition or modification to an existing electrical system provided the service does not exceed 225 amperes 120/208 volts, three phase, and fault current does not exceed 10K AIC.  Please contact Jeff Sterling at 623-773-7230 to set up an appointment. 

Over the counter may also be available on second reviews for all other miscellaneous commercial permits, as well as third reviews for other types of commercial permits when all other plan reviewers have approved the plans. Please contact the building plan reviewer directly to set up an over the counter plan review appointment. During appointment, the following shall apply:

• Architect of record or appointee shall be present during review.
• Contractor information must be provided along with valid City of Peoria Business and Registrar of Contractor license numbers.
• Any outstanding fees must be paid.
• Grading permit must be issued by Site Development (if applicable).

Residential

Over the counter plan review for select residential permits is available by appointment Wednesday mornings (8:00 a.m. - noon), Wednesday afternoons (2:00 p.m. – 5 p.m.) and Thursday mornings (8 a.m. – noon). Your request must be submitted online. Schedule a permit review online. Same-day appointments and walk-ins are not available at this time. Once you have submitted your request, 30-minute appointments can be made for the week of the request by e-mail at otc.building@peoriaaz.gov.

Permit types reviewed over the counter by appointment:

• Attached patio covers
• Gas lines
• Swimming pools
• Miscellaneous minor plumbing
• Miscellaneous minor electrical
• Second and subsequent reviews (if only building review remaining) on miscellaneous residential (with building reviewer’s consent)
• Solar PV permits (maximum 40 amp PV back fed breaker typical 8,000 kw systems with no de-rate, panel upgrade, sub-panels, micro inverters, revisions, etc.)

Solar appointment stipulations:

• Each company can submit no more than three permits for each appointment time.
• Only one appointment per day per company.
• Solar applications must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to appointment time.
• Solar applications must be e-mailed to otc.building@peoriaaz.gov
• Appointment will not be confirmed until applications are received.

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