Permits and Handouts

Building Department Applications and Permits

The Town of Paradise Valley is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural online application system through the Citizen Portal. This innovative platform offers a streamlined process for various permit applications, encompassing Building, Banner, Demolition, Electrical, Fence/Site Walls, Mechanical, Plumbing, Pool/Spa, and Short-Term Rental permits with more applications coming soon. This digital enhancement aims to enhance accessibility and efficiency for residents and businesses engaging with the Town's permitting processes. 

Click here to Access the Paradise Valley Citizen Portal.

General Permitting Help: 

Citizen Portal How-To Guides: 

For all other questions regarding the permitting process please contact the General Information Line at: 480-348-3692 or email: PVPermitSubmittal@paradisevalleyaz.gov.

 All permit applications must be submitted electronically.  Please follow the instructions from the list below, if your application is not submitted through our citizen portal then email it along with your digital drawings, and supplemental documents to PVPermitSubmittal@paradisevalleyaz.gov.

See all supplemental documents and references listed at bottom of page. 

Building Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Building Permit application should be used for any structure constructed or erected over 8”, the use of which requires a fixed location on the ground. This includes but is not limited to a Single-Family Residence (SFR), Guest House, Ramada, Fountain, Sport Court, etc.). A separate application is required for each type of structure.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

  • 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:

Banner Permit Application (Residential / Commercial): 

The Banner Permit application should be used by commercial properties when posting a sign or banner at the property for any period of time (temporary or permanent).

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:

Demolition Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Demolition Permit application is required when more than 12 linear feet of a building wall or fence OR, 12 square foot of roof structure will be removed. A demolition permit must be obtained prior to issuance of the building permit.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

  • 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:

Electrical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Electrical Permit application should be used for projects with electrical elements, including but not limited to panel upgrades, panel replacements, lighting changes, and establishing service.

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):

The Fence/Site Walls Permit application for any fence, including block, chain, etc. Additionally, this permit should be used for gates, planters, gardens and retaining walls.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

Reference Material:

Mechanical Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Mechanical Permit application should be used for the installation or replacement of mechanical equipment such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

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):

The Plumbing Permit application should be used for plumbing project including but not limited to repairing or replacing gas lines, setting up new sewer service, installing a water heater or re-piping an entire residence.

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:

Pool / Spa Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Pool/Spa Permit application should be used for project including a pool, spa or “spool”, either in-ground and above-ground.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

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:

Revision, Deferred Truss Review Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Revision/Deferred Truss Review Permit application should be used to review the truss for new build projects, revise a previously approved truss or defer the new build truss review (most common).

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

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

 

Engineering Department Applications and Permits

Right-of-Way and Engineering Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Right-of-Way/Engineering Permit application is required any time work is done within the Town owned right-of-way. This would include driveway or sidewalk work, but also used for utilities outside the right-of-way requiring Engineering review.

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.
  • 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.

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

  • 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:

Hauling Permit (Residential / Commercial):

The Hauling Permit application is required when materials are being removed off-site in an amount equal to or greater than 100 cubic yards.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

  • Additional documents may be required based on feedback from staff.

Reference Material:

Grading Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Grading Permit application is required when dirt or earth work is being completed (excavating or filling) and there are changes made to the current gradient of the land and drainage conditions.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

  • A legal survey of the existing site conditions signed by an Arizona Registered Civil Engineer 
  • A Grading and Drainage (G&D) Plan 
  • Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) 
  • Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Notice of Intent (NOI) if the proposed gross disturbance is one acre or greater and/or if required by ADEQ. 
  • 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:

  • 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:

Floodplain Development Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Floodplain Development Permit application is required when development is proposed in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) and other flood hazard areas.

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 Safety Applications and Permits

Fire Prevention Permit Application:

The Fire Prevention Permit application is required in both residential and commercial settings for new fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, and any above or below ground LPG tanks. Additionally, tents over 400 square foot in size, smaller tents with 3 enclosed sides, and tents used for cooking are also required to apply.

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):

The Fire Safety Event Permit application is required for general event safety compliance including setbacks, facility boundaries, proposed activity/structure/tent areas, auxiliary power source, location of the launching and landing area for any proposed aerial activities (i.e., fireworks).

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 Permit Application (Residential / Commercial):

The Special Event Permit application is required for events with valet parking, firework, liquor license, or tent components.

Step 1: Begin/initialize application:

Step 2: Required documents to upload with the application:

Other: Additional documents may be required based on scope of work:

  • Special Event Letter of Authorization 
  • HOA Acknowledgement
  • 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:

Supplemental Documentation and Fillable Exhibits: