Building Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Use Building Permit Application for structures having a roof. A building permit is required for structures taller than 8 inches. A separate application is required for each type of structure (i.e., single-family home, guest house, ramada, etc.) Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Site Plan Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre. Washes, Retention Basin, or Drainage Easements Document Agent Authorization Letter HOA Acknowledgement Sewer Septic Verification Grading and Drainage Plan sealed by a Civil Engineer registered in AZ will be required on a SFR or where 999 sf or more of impervious area is added or if the value of the work is greater than $500,000. Where the scope of work is 750 sq ft or more of impervious area a G&D plan may be required. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Native Plant Preservation Plan Demolition Permit is required any time more than 12 linear feet of wall, fence, roof or slab is removed. See below for Demolition Permit Instructions. Copy of construction staging plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) A form of financial assurance (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) A right of entry and temporary construction easement agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property) Plan showing the limits of construction, demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property). Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property) Reference Material: Building Permit Application Information Site Plan Requirements Stormwater Prevention Plan Checklist (SWPPP) Checklist Storm Drainage Design Manual (SDDM) Banner Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Narrative Site Plan (Showing banner location and setback) Elevation View (Showing mounted height, banner length and width) Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements Demolition Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre. Site Plan Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: Right-of-Way Photos Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Native Plant Preservation Plan If demolishing two or more buildings, proof of asbestos inspection by an AHERA-certified asbestos building inspector shall be submitted to the Town. Copy of Construction Staging/Traffic Plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) Form of Financial Assurance/Performance Bond (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) A Right-of-Entry and Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property) Plan showing the Limits of Construction, Demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property). Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property) Reference Material: Right-of-Way Photos Requirements Site Plan Requirements Stormwater Prevention Plan Checklist (SWPPP) Checklist Electrical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: No Required Documents Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: Site Plan Load Calculations Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements Fence/Site Walls Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Site Plan Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre. Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: Agent Authorization Letter HOA Acknowledgement Fence on Common Property Authorization Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements 8” Masonry Fence Design 4” Fence with Pilasters Mechanical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Site Plan Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements Plumbing Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Site Plan Plumbing Isometric/Calculations Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements Plumbing Isometric/Calculations Guide Pool/Spa Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application: Site Plan Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre. Structural Calculations Pool Plan from Engineer Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: Agent Authorization Letter HOA Acknowledgement Copy of Construction Staging/Traffic Plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) Form of Financial Assurance/Performance Bond (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property) A Right-of-Entry and Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property) Plan showing the limits of Construction, Demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property). Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property) Reference Material: Site Plan Requirements Pool and Spa Entrapment Protection Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs Barrier Requirements Pool Suction Vacuum Relief Swimming Pool Drainage Revision, Deferred Truss Review Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents along with the application: For Revision: Revised Plans (All revisions should be clouded or delta) For Truss Review: Truss Calculations stamped by Truss Designer Truss Layout Plan reviewed and stamped by Structural Engineer of record Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: No Reference Material Floodplain Development Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents along with the application: No Required Documents Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: No Reference Material Change of Address Request (Residential / Commercial): Step 1: Begin/initialize application: Click here to initialize and fill out the application. Step 2: Required documents along with the application: No Required Documents Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work: See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff. Reference Material: No Reference Material
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Information Technology
Responsibilities
The Information Technology (IT) Department is responsible for managing technology throughout the Town’s departments, ensuring that accurate and timely information is provided to residents, Council, management, and staff.
Technology Investments and Assets
Technology investments and assets include:
- The Town’s switched network and fiber optic backbone
- Digital telephone and voicemail systems
- Broadband internet and email equipment
- Fileservers and peripherals
- Software systems used by the Town staff
Other Responsibilities
The IT Department develops and manages a centralized Town-wide technology budget, and is responsible for its implementation. With this comes the responsibility for applications support and development, database maintenance, data integrity, and end-user support.
GIS
The Town’s geographic information system (GIS) and aerial imagery is managed by IT staff members, who create maps of different scope, analyze data, identify trends, and oversee the application of GIS data throughout the Town.
https://paradisevalleyaz.gov/699/Public-GIS-Maps-Portal
Web Services
IT plays a role in web services, where staff develop and design the Town website, and collectively maintain an interactive Inspection Request system, web servers, and remote access.
Each IT staff member strives for availability of technical resources, while ensuring a computing environment secure from internal and external vulnerabilities.
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- Accessory Structure Letter (PDF)
- Agent Authorization Letter (PDF)
- Banner Permit Application (PDF)
- Bond Exemption Certificate (PDF)
- Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Building Permit Application Information (PDF)
- Change of Address (PDF)
- Contracting Guidelines AZ Department of Revenue (External Link)
- Construction and Zoning Regulations (PDF)
- Construction Site Security Checklist (PDF)
- Corner Vision Requirements (PDF)
- Demolition Permit Application (PDF)
- Drainage Easement and Maintenance Agreement (DOC)
- Dust Control Plan (PDF)
- Electrical Permit Application (PDF)
- Energy Efficiency Certificate (PDF)
- Fence Permit Application Packet (PDF)
- Fence / Wall on Common Property Authorization (PDF)
- 8" Masonry Fence Design (PDF)
- 4" Fence with Pilasters (PDF)
- Fire Prevention Permit Application (PDF)
- Fire Riser Detail (PDF)
- Fire Safety Event Permit Application (PDF)
- Floodplain Development Permit Application (PDF)
- Gas Piping to an Island Methods (PDF)
- Grading Permit Application (PDF)
- Grading & Drainage Checklist (PDF)
- Grading & Drainage General Notes (PDF)
- Hauling Permit Application (PDF)
- Height Certification - Hillside (PDF)
- Height Certification - Residential (PDF)
- Height Certification - Special Use (PDF)
- Hillside Application and Checklist (PDF)
- HOA Acknowledgement Form (PDF)
- Home Energy Rating Companies (PDF)
- Inspection List (PDF)
- International Codes adopted by the Town (PDF)
- International Residential Code Plan Review Checklist 2015 (PDF)
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Building Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Use Building Permit Application for structures having a roof. A building permit is required for structures taller than 8 inches. A separate application is required for each type of structure (i.e., single-family home, guest house, ramada, etc.)
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre.
- Washes, Retention Basin, or Drainage Easements Document
- Agent Authorization Letter
- HOA Acknowledgement
- Sewer Septic Verification
- Grading and Drainage Plan sealed by a Civil Engineer registered in AZ will be required on a SFR or where 999 sf or more of impervious area is added or if the value of the work is greater than $500,000. Where the scope of work is 750 sq ft or more of impervious area a G&D plan may be required.
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
- Native Plant Preservation Plan
- Demolition Permit is required any time more than 12 linear feet of wall, fence, roof or slab is removed. See below for Demolition Permit Instructions.
- Copy of construction staging plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- A form of financial assurance (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- A right of entry and temporary construction easement agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property)
- Plan showing the limits of construction, demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property).
- Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property)
Reference Material:
- Building Permit Application Information
- Site Plan Requirements
- Stormwater Prevention Plan Checklist (SWPPP) Checklist
- Storm Drainage Design Manual (SDDM)
Banner Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Narrative
- Site Plan (Showing banner location and setback)
- Elevation View (Showing mounted height, banner length and width)
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- Site Plan Requirements
Demolition Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre.
- Site Plan
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- Right-of-Way Photos
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
- Native Plant Preservation Plan
- If demolishing two or more buildings, proof of asbestos inspection by an AHERA-certified asbestos building inspector shall be submitted to the Town.
- Copy of Construction Staging/Traffic Plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- Form of Financial Assurance/Performance Bond (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- A Right-of-Entry and Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property)
- Plan showing the Limits of Construction, Demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property).
- Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property)
Reference Material:
- Right-of-Way Photos Requirements
- Site Plan Requirements
- Stormwater Prevention Plan Checklist (SWPPP) Checklist
Electrical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- No Required Documents
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- Site Plan
- Load Calculations
Reference Material:
Fence/Site Walls Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
- Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre.
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
Reference Material:
Mechanical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
Plumbing Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
- Plumbing Isometric/Calculations
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- Site Plan Requirements
- Plumbing Isometric/Calculations Guide
Pool/Spa Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
- Dust Control Plan is required if the area disturbed is equal to or less than 0.10 acre. Or, provide a Dust Control Permit from Maricopa County Air Quality Department is required if disturbance > 0.10 acre.
- Structural Calculations
- Pool Plan from Engineer
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- Agent Authorization Letter
- HOA Acknowledgement
- Copy of Construction Staging/Traffic Plan (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- Form of Financial Assurance/Performance Bond (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property)
- A Right-of-Entry and Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (May be required for applications on hillside-designated property)
- Plan showing the limits of Construction, Demolition, or proposed Disturbed Areas (required to be clearly staked in the field), along with photographs of the staked limits (Required for most applications on hillside-designated property).
- Other documents/information as may be required from the Hillside Building Committee approval (as applicable for applications on hillside-designated property)
Reference Material:
- Site Plan Requirements
- Pool and Spa Entrapment Protection
- Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs Barrier Requirements
- Pool Suction Vacuum Relief
- Swimming Pool Drainage
Revision, Deferred Truss Review Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents along with the application:
- For Revision:
- Revised Plans (All revisions should be clouded or delta)
- For Truss Review:
- Truss Calculations stamped by Truss Designer
- Truss Layout Plan reviewed and stamped by Structural Engineer of record
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- No Reference Material
Floodplain Development Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents along with the application:
- No Required Documents
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- No Reference Material
Change of Address Request (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents along with the application:
- No Required Documents
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- No Reference Material
Fire Application Types:
Fire Prevention Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Sprinkler Plans (with sprinkler layout and calculations)
- Fire Alarm Plans (showing alarm layout, alarm types and data sheets)
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
Fire Safety Event Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Site Plan
- Tent Information (including installation method and material)
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
Special Event Food Vendor Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- No Required Documents
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- See other documents on bottom of page if additional documents are required based on feedback from staff.
Reference Material:
- No Reference Material
Special Event Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):
Step 1: Begin/initialize application:
Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:
- Narrative
- Site Plan and/or Aerial Photo
- Proof of Federal Exemption under 26 U.S.C. Section 501(c), Section 501(d) or Section 501(e) may be required for Charitable Events/Charitable Non-Profit Organizations.
Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:
- Special Event Letter of Authorization
- Special Event Indemnity Agreement
- HOA Acknowledgement
- Special Event Waiver of Appeal Process (Owner)
- Special Event Waiver of Appeal Process (Applicant)
- Proof of Federal Tax Exemption Status. [Charitable Events/Charitable Non-profit Organizations are required to provide proof of tax-exempt status under 26 U.S.C. Section 501(c), Section 501(d) or Section 501(e)].
- Certificate of Insurance (COI). Liability insurance is required in the amount of two million dollars, naming the Town of Paradise Valley as an additional insured. The original documents of insurance shall be provided prior to the release of an approved permit.
- Temporary Sign Plan (if applicable), depicting the proposed location(s) for the placement of temporary directional or traffic control signage, the number and size of the proposed signs and a schedule for the placement and removal of the signs.
- Fire Prevention Permit/Approval Certifying Compliance with the International Fire Code (If required), issued by the Town Fire Marshall. Required for any structure or tent having an area in excess of 200 square feet, a canopy in excess of 400 square feet, or Aerial Activities such as Fire Works.
Reference Material:
Other Documents:
Other Reference Documents:
- 4" Fence with Pilasters
- 8" Masonry Fence Design
- Article XXII
- Bond Exemption Certificate
- Building Permit Application Information
- Construction and Zoning Regulations
- Construction Staging Checklist
- Construction Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Checklist
- Contracting Guidelines AZ Department of Revenue
- Corner Vision Requirements
- Fire Prevention Permit Requirements
- Fire Riser Detail
- Gas Piping to an Island Methods
- General Permitting Information
- Grading and Drainage Checklist
- Grading and Drainage General Notes
- Grading Permit Submittal Requirements
- Hauling Permit Submittal Requirements
- Hillside Committee Application Checklist
- Hillside Safety Improvement Measures and Process Manual
- Home Energy Rating Companies
- Inspection List
- International Codes adopted by the Town
- International Residential Code Plan Review Checklist 2015
- Landscape Checklist
- Landscape Guidelines
- Mailbox Guidelines
- Master Fee Schedule (amended by Res 2023-06 effective 07 01 2023)
- Mechanical Testing Information
- Native Plant Preservation Plan Submittal Requirements
- Native Plant Salvage Contractors
- New House and Remodel Requirements
- Open Space Criteria and Building Height Requirements
- Pool and Spa Entrapment Protection
- Pool Suction Vacuum Relief
- Residential Code Plan Review Checklist
- Residential Field Inspection Checklist
- Right-Of-Way Photos Requirements
- Site Data Requirements
- Site Plan Requirements
- Small Wireless Service Facility in ROW Permit Process Guide
- Special Event Fee Schedule
- Special Event Permit Process Guide
- Special Use Permit Guidelines
- Standard Trench Plating Detail
- Sweep Screed Requirements
- Swimming Pool Drainage
- Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs Barrier Requirements
- Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Checklist
- Trench Backfill and Surface Replacement
- Utility Pothole Repair
- Variance Criteria
- Weep Screed Requirements
Supplemental Documentation and Fillable Exhibits:
- Affidavit of Mailing Notification
- Affidavit of Posting
- Agent Authorization Letter
- Bond Refund Form
- Chimney Height Certification (All Zoning)
- Credit Card Authorization Form
- Drainage Easement and Maintenance Agreement
- Dust Control Plan
- Energy Efficiency Certificate
- Fence Wall on Common Property Authorization
- Height Certification (Accessory Building)
- Height Certification (Excluding R 45)
- Height Certification (Hillside Structures)
- Height Certification (Residential)
- Height Certification (SUP Structures)
- HOA Acknowledgment
- Letter of Authorization (SWSF in ROW)
- Lowest Floor Elevation Verification
- Native Plant Certification
- Native Plant Preservation Plan
- Owner Builder Declaration of Intent
- Plumbing Fixture Calculation Worksheet
- Release and Indemnity Agreement
- Section 404 Certification Form
- Setback Certification
- Sewer/Septic Verification
- Small Wireless Service Facility in ROW Permit Application
- Special Event Indemnity Agreement
- Special Event Letter of Authorization
- Special Event Waiver of Appeal Process (Applicant)
- Special Event Waiver of Appeal Process (Owner)
- Special Inspection Certificate
- Special Warranty Deed - Multiple Grantors
- Special Warranty Deed - One Grantor
- Square Footage Calculation Sheet
- Storm Drainage Facilities Agreement
- Truss Design Review Deferral
- Utility Agreement
- View Fence Combination View Fence Vegetation Maintenance Agreement
- Washes, Retention Basins or Drainage Easements
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James Bailey
Chief Information Officer
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Taylor Hunter
Information Technology/GIS Analyst
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Cesar Garcia
Information Technology Analyst
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Walter Wojno
Information Technology Analyst
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Information Technology
Physical Address
6401 E Lincoln Drive
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253-4399