Required Documents for Building Permit Applications
Note: Engineering Plan Sheets and Structural Design Calculations shall bear the Seal of a Utah State Licensed Engineer. Per state statute, the seal shall be signed, and dated by the engineer including the month day and year.
Note: Additional documentation may be requested throughout the application and review process.
Floor Plans for all levels - including basements (unfinished and finished) habitable attics and bonus space.
Building Sections
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Floor Framing Plans for all levels.
Roof Framing Plan
Electrical Plans
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan - including existing and proposed contours and distances to property lines.
Water Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Well Permit - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Sewer Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Septic - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Outdoor Lighting Plan - required if the project is located in the Ogden Upper Valley.
The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Floor Plans for all levels - including basements (unfinished and finished) habitable attics and bonus space.
Egress Plans
Accessibility Plans
Fire and Smoke Protection Features Plans
Fire and Smoke Protection Systems Plans
Building Sections
Wall Sections
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Roof Framing Plan
Electrical Plans
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan including existing and proposed contours and distances to property lines.
Water Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Well Permit - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Sewer Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Septic - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Outdoor Lighting Plan - required if the project is located in the Ogden Upper Valley or include 8 or more dwelling units.
Plans for projects in the Ogden Valley shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
For all multifamily dwellings of four or more dwelling units:
All artificial light sources in open-air parking lots shall be accounted for in the form of a table on the lighting site plan. This table shall indicates the total lumen output for each light source, the full parking lot area (sq. ft.), and show the calculated ratio of lumens per square foot of parking area. Per LUC 108-16, projects in the Ogden Valley shall demonstrate a maximum ratio of two lumens per square foot of parking area.
Photometric schematics and attestation are required from a qualified professional demonstrating compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Floor Plans for all levels - including basements (unfinished and finished) habitable attics and bonus space.
Building Sections
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Floor Framing Plans for all levels.
Roof Framing Plan
Electrical Plans
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan including existing and proposed contours and distances to property lines.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is being propsed as part of this project or the total square footage expansion equals 25% or more of the exisitng residential structure's square footage an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the residential addition, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Per LUC 108-16-7 (4), building expansions that equate to 25% or more of the existing residential structure's square footage require the replacement of all nonconforming outdoor lighting on the premises.
Elevations showing ceiling heights, door and window sizes and windowsill heights from the finished floor
Structural changes shall require engineering
Provide square footage of the remodel area
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is being propsed as part of this project or the total square footage expansion equals 25% or more of the exisitng residential structure's square footage an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the residential addition, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Per LUC 108-16-7 (4), building expansions that equate to 25% or more of the existing residential structure's square footage require the replacement of all nonconforming outdoor lighting on the premises.
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Residential Accessory Structures Including Detached Garages, Carports, Barns, Sheds, Pool Houses, Pergolas, Snow Canopies and Greenhouses.
Engineered Plans including:
Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Elevations - all views, with height dimensions.
Floor Plans for all levels - including basements (unfinished and finished) habitable attics and bonus space.
Building Sections
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Floor Framing Plans for all levels.
Roof Framing Plan
Electrical Plans
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan including existing and proposed contours and distances to property lines.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is being propsed as part of this project and/or the structure modifies 20,000 square feet or 25% of the site area.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the residential addition, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Per LUC 108-16-7 (4), building expansions that equate to 25% or more of the existing residential structure's square footage require the replacement of all nonconforming outdoor lighting on the premises.
Storm Water Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
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Commercial Building Projects (All Occupancies)
Architectural and Engineered Plans including:
Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Elevations - all views, with height dimensions.
Floor Plans for all levels.
Egress Plans
Accessibility Plans
Window and door schedules
Finish schedules
Reflected Ceiling lighting plans
Exterior lighting plans
Fire and Smoke Protection Features Plans
Fire and Smoke Protection Systems Plans
Building Sections
Wall Sections
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Floor Framing Plans for all levles
Roof Framing Plan
Wall Sections
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Engineered Plumbing plans
Engineered Mechanical/ HVAC Plans
Engineered Fuel Gas plans and specifications
Engineered Electrical plans
Equipment Schedules
Schedule of required special inspections
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Engineering Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan including existing and proposed contours, setbacks, parking, including ADA requirements.
Water Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Well Permit - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Sewer Company Will Serve Letter or Approved Septic - Will serves must be specific to the building lot.
Outdoor Lighting Plan Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions (developments in the Ogden Valley Planning Area must demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code). Submiited plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer catalog cuts for each proposed lighting fixture.
All artificial light sources in open-air parking lots shall be accounted for in the form of a table on the lighting site plan. This table shall indicates the total lumen output for each light source, the full parking lot area (sq. ft.), and calculation of the lumen per square foot of the parking area. (projects in the Ogden valley shall show a maximum ratio of 2 lumens per square foot of parking lot area).
Photometric schematics are required from a qualified professional for all commercial projects. Photometric schematics for projects in the Ogden Valley must demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Engineering Code Analysis - General Notes Plan Sheet
Footing / Foundation Plan
Floor Framing Plans for all levles
Roof Framing Plan
Wall Sections
Engineering Structural Detail Plan Sheets
Engineered Plumbing plans
Engineered Mechanical/ HVAC Plans
Engineered Fuel Gas plans and specifications
Engineered Electrical plans
Equipment Schedules
Schedule of required special inspections
Building area break down in square feet. - List each area type separately. Include square feet area for each level(main, upper including bouns space), basement (including area under suspended slabs), garages, covered porches, decks and patios and uncovered decks.
Engineering Structural Design Calculations
Site Plan including existing and proposed contours, setbacks, parking, including ADA requirements.
Outdoor Lighting Plan Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions (developments in the Ogden Valley Planning Area must demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code). Submiited plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer catalog cuts for each proposed lighting fixture.
All artificial light sources in open-air parking lots shall be accounted for in the form of a table on the lighting site plan. This table shall indicates the total lumen output for each light source, the full parking lot area (sq. ft.), and calculation of the lumen per square foot of the parking area.
Photometric schematics are required from a qualified professional for all commercial projects. Photometric schematics for projects in the Ogden Valley must demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
One line system electrical diagram and calculations
Equipment specifications and installation instructions for Modules, Panels, Racking, Mounting, Power Converters, Enclosures, Wiring and Cables.
Required Labeling Plan
For roof-mounted systems, a letter from a Structural Engineer verifying that the existing structures roof system is adequate to support the additional loads imposed by the roof mounted Solar PV System.
Ground Mount systems require engineered mounting systems. Mounting systems shall meet the local site-specific design criteria for Wind, Seismic and Snow Load.
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
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Photovoltaic Solar Energy Systems (Commercial)
Commercial systems shall be designed by a professional engineer.
Site Plan - system layout
One line system electrical diagram and calculations
Equipment specifications and installation instructions for Modules, Panels, Racking, Mounting, Power Converters, Enclosures, Wiring and Cables.
Required Labeling Plan
For roof-mounted systems, a letter from a Structural Engineer verifying that the existing structures roof system is adequate to support the additional loads imposed by the roof mounted Solar PV System.
Ground Mount systems require engineered mounting systems. Mounting systems shall meet the local site-specific design criteria for Wind, Seismic and Snow Load.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley and outdoor lighting is a propsed part of the project?
Yes
No
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Site plan showing the proposed location of the pool or spa, including existing and proposed contours, distances from property lines and structures on the parcel.
Engineered pool or spa plans
Structural calculations for engineered design.
Electrical and bonding plan.
Equipment schedule
Pool or Spa safety barrier requirements.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley and outdoor lighting is a propsed part of the project?
Yes
No
Outdoor Lighting Plan. Aboveground outdoor lighting proposed as part of the permit improvements shall be accompanied by a lighting plan that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
Underwater lighting that is not intended to illuminate features above water is exempt from the outdoor lighting requirements.
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
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Swimming Pools and Spas (Commercial)
Code Analysis - General Notes plan sheet
Site plan showing the proposed location of the pool or spa, including existing and proposed contours, distances from property lines and structures on the parcel.
Engineered pool or spa plans
Structural calculations for engineered design.
Electrical and bonding plan.
Equipment schedule
Pool or Spa safety barrier requirements.
Is any outdoor lighting being proposed as part of this project (not inclduing below-water pool lighting)?
Yes
No
Outdoor Lighting Plan. Aboveground outdoor lighting proposed as part of the permit improvements shall be accompanied by a lighting plan. Projects in the Ogden Valley shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
Underwater lighting that is not intended to illuminate features above water is exempt from the outdoor lighting requirementslisted in Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
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Fuel Gas Installations or conversions (Residential)
Fuel gas diagram showing the proposed work, including: Meter location, system pressure, inlet size, all fuel gas piping lengths, types and sizes. Appliance demand at each outlet location in BTU’s and system total demand in BTU’s.
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
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Basement Finish (Residential)
Floor plan for the area to be finished. Need to label all rooms.
Exterior elevations showing the basement floor elevation along with window and door opening sizes and sill heights in relation to finished grade.
Need to show basement ceiling height and windowsill heights from the finished basement floor.
Structural changes shall require engineering.
Need to indicate if the dwelling is connected to sewer service or an onsite wastewater system (septic System)
Need to provide square footage for the area being finished.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is being proposed as part of this project or any exterior modifications where the total area of the propsed modifications equal 25% or more of the existing residential structure's exterior area, an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Per LUC 108-16-7 (4), building expansions that equate to 25% or more of the existing residential structure's square footage require the replacement of all nonconforming outdoor lighting on the premises.
Project Valuation, including materials and labor
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Deck Addition (Residential)
Engineered deck-framing plans including:
Elevations
Footings/Piers
Deck framing plans including: beams, post, deck joist, deck walking surface and ledger sizes and types
Post, beam, joist and ledger connection details.
Weather barrier and flashing details
Roof framing plans if a covered deck, including beams, post, rafters or engineered trusses, sheathing and connection details
Guard railings type and specifications.
Stair and landing framing plans when applicable.
Site Plan, including existing and proposed contours and distances to property lines.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is being propsed as part of this project an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the residential addition, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Manufacturer’s specifications for equipment and gear.
Project valuation including materials and labor.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the project, an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the residential addition, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.
Manufacturer’s specifications for equipment and gear.
Project valuation including materials and labor.
Is this project located in the Ogden Valley?
Yes
No
If any outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the project, an Outdoor Lighting Plan is required.
*If no outdoor lighting is proposed as part of the project, then a signed letter may be submitted indicating that no outdoor lighting will be installed as part of the project.
Outdoor Lighting Plan. The lighting plan shall demonstrate compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code. Plans shall be submitted in the form of a site plan, building elevations, and accompanied by any supplemental documentation required to communicate overall lighting intentions. Submitted plans shall include the following elements:
Location and height above the ground of all artificial light sources on the premises
Description of each artificial light source device, and its supporting structure. This is most easily communicated through the submittal of the manufacturer specification sheets (catalog cuts) for each proposed lighting fixture.
On a case by case basis, the land use authority may require that photometric schematics and attestation be submitted from a qualified professional that demonstrates compliance with Section 108-16 of the Weber County Land Use Code.