Apply for Permits

A permit is a document that authorizes construction or installation of a building, sign or development project. The sections of this page are intended to guide you through the permitting process.

Do I Need a Permit? - This is where you will find a general list of projects that require a permit.

Information about which documents are required for a specific submittal can be found on the website by going to the search box at the top right corner of any screen. Input a keyword about your project. A key word to input could be “residential”, “commercial”, "sign", “wall” or “addition” and so on. Relevant key words should lead you to the web pages related to your specific project.

Each webpage related to the specific construction permit will lead you to the customer portal where you can input permit information.

If you are looking for Business License information visit the related business license web page.

Apply for a Building Permit

Permits are often required for certain types of projects. This webpage will guide you to the information needed to obtain a permit.

Apply for a Communications Facility

Communication facilities, which primarily refers to wireless communication apparatuses such as cell towers, must gain approval of the project before installation. Depending on the complexity of the project, the application may be a Small Cell, Tier I, Tier II or Major facility. For more information about each, please see below.

Apply for a Conditional Use Permit

Conditional Use Permits are required for uses requiring additional review for compatibility to surrounding areas. For more information about Conditional Use Permits, please see below.

Apply for a Grading Exception

Grading Exceptions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to use more cut or fill than the code allows. For more information about Grading Exceptions, please see below.

Apply for a Pool or Spa Permit

This webpage will provide permitting information for pools, spas (inground and above ground) along with pool demolition information.

Apply for a Pre-application review

Pre-application review is the first step to most development proposals. It provides you an opportunity to meet with Town staff and discuss the process and requirements applicable to your project.

Apply for a Residential Setback Modification

Do you need a minor modification to setback requirements that apply to your property? See if your proposal may be administratively approved through the process below.

Apply for a Right-of-Way Permit

A right-of-way permit is required for anyone performing work will that impact the public right-of-way, such as utility work or sign installation.

Apply for a Special Use Permit

A special use permit authorizes a temporary use on a property for an event that may or may not be in compliance with its zoning standards. This webpage provides Special Use Permit information.

Apply for a Type II Home Occupation

Do you need to submit an application for a Type II Home Occupation?

Apply for a Variance or file an appeal

Do you need a modification to zoning standards that apply to your property? Are you an aggrieved party appealing an administrative decision or zoning interpretation? Read more about the variance and appeals process below.

Apply for a Wall permit

Information about when a wall permit is required and how to get a permit can be found on this webpage.

Apply for approval of your art work

Art is required for all nonresidential developments. Approval of the art work is required before installation and receipt of a final Certificate of Occupancy. Please see below, for more information about each.

Apply for Extended Construction Hours

Do you need approval to work outside of regular construction hours?

Building Codes and Amendments

The Town of Oro Valley's building code amendments were adopted on December 5, 2018, with an effective date of January 4, 2019.

Change an approved plat

Plats are legal documents that subdivide land, dedicate streets and more. Plat Amendments are either Major or Minor, depending on the significance of the proposed change. For more information about each, please see below.

Commercial Construction Information Guide

This page is meant to familiarize a contractor and business owner with certain processes that may be expected during the construction of a commercial project which includes; Water chlorination, Fire Department and Landscape, Sign information.

Commercial Permits

Information related to permits for commercial properties, including new buildings, tenant improvements, Certificates of Occupancy, construction trailers, demolition and more can be found on this web page.

Create or Change Sign Standards for Tenants in my Center

Site specific sign standards are required for all multi-tenant commercial , resort and employment centers. For more information about creating or changing sign standards for your center, please see below.

Customer Portal for Permits/Development/Licenses

How do I find the Customer Portal?

Develop a subdivision or nonresidential project

Development review is required for all projects in Town, except for individual detached single-family custom homes or those otherwise specified in the Zoning Code. For more information about the development review process, please see below.

Development services, bonds and fees

Assurance and Bond forms can be found on this page along with the Development Fee related information.

Divide my land

Are you interested in dividing your land? If so, Town approval is required. Please follow the steps below for any land division involving three or less parcels with existing access to each.

Do I Need a Permit?

This page gives a general list of items that may or may not need a permit.

File a Building or Zoning Code Violation Complaint

Do you need to file a complaint for possible code violation?

Grading Permit application requirements and Engineering standards

This webpage will provide Engineering standards which includes grading permits, drainage criteria and subdivision street standards.

Monument or Entryway Sign in the Right-of-Way

Do you have specific site circumstances that warrant a monument or entryway sign in the right-of-way?

Outdoor Lighting Code

What are the guidelines for outdoor lighting in Oro Valley?

Paint and other exterior changes to apartments & commercial buildings

Are you considering repainting or making other minor changes to the exterior of your multi-family (apartment complex) or non-residential building (Commercial business) First, you must have a zoning approval before making the changes. Please see below for more information.

Permit Payment

Do you need to pay for your residential or commercial building permit?

Permit Search and Plan Review Status

Do you need to check the status on the plan review or search if a permit was issued?

Petition of Appeal for Alternate Method of Design

Do you need approval from the building official for an alternate method of design?

Policies, Procedures and Interpretations

The Standard Operating Policy and Procedures (SOP’s) is to provide a format in which code interpretations, office processes and procedures, plan review and inspection matters, other agency relationships, and general items can be recorded for use. The manual is intended to provide efficiency and consistency in processing, review, and inspection, in accordance with adopted codes and ordinances.

Public Outreach Process

Public outreach is required for most development related applications. The information on this page explains the typical process for public outreach.

Record a Final Plat

The Final Plat is the official recorded document that includes the design of the subdivision and all other elements required by State statute and in conformance with the Town of Oro Valley Zoning Code. Final Plat approval is required before improvements such as grading, paving and utilities can begin.

Request a Permit Extension

Do you have a permit that is about to expire?

Residential Permits

Permit requirements for residential projects such as new homes, additions, garages, sheds, along with window/door and a/c replacements and much more can be found on this webpage.

Schedule Inspections for Permits

Do you need to schedule a residential or commercial inspection? Do you have questions about scheduling or other inspection related items? This page covers common questions about scheduling your inspections, site readiness, and how to communicate with your inspector.

Short Term Rental and Vacation Rental Regulations

Vacation rentals or Short term rentals are dwelling units for a rental term of less than 30 days to transient guests. They are considered the same as traditional dwelling units and are allowed by-right in all residential districts, subject to the rules and regulations detailed on this page.

Sign Permit Information

Information about the types of signs allowed and instructions for obtaining a sign permit can be found here.

Special Inspections

The purpose of a special inspection is to provide inspection of those areas of construction where strength, safety and construction practices have been determined to be sufficiently critical to warrant inspection by a special inspector. A special inspector is a person who has been approved by the building official to perform certain types of inspections.

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