Riverton building permit requirements

Riverton City Building Department

Verified 2026-06-27 · Source

Department information

Address: 12830 S Redwood Rd, Room 105, Riverton, UT 84065
Phone: (801) 208-3138
Email: building@rivertonutah.gov
Office hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: Official site

Codes adopted

2021 International Building Code (IBC)2021 International Residential Code (IRC)2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)

Permit types

Residential Building Permit

Required for new residential construction, additions, and structural alterations in Riverton.

Shed/Accessory Structure Permit

Required for construction of sheds and accessory structures in Riverton. Structures over 200 square feet require a building permit.

Tips & gotchas

Riverton uses the 2021 ICC codes — make sure plans reference the correct edition.
Call the Building Department before 1 PM for inspection requests.
All contractors must be licensed with the State of Utah DOPL.
Riverton has active HOA communities — check your CC&Rs in addition to city requirements.

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