Salt Lake County Shed Building Permit Requirements

Bluffdale City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Bluffdale City has adopted applicable building codes and provides an official “Exempt from Permit” document. For residential accessory structures, one-story detached sheds and similar structures do not require a building permit when the floor area does not exceed 200 sq. ft. Review the city’s official document here:

Bluffdale’s permit-exemption document distinguishes between commercial and residential accessory structures:

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Cottonwood Heights City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Cottonwood Heights City website states the following under its “Determine if you need a permit” section:

A building permit is required for construction within Cottonwood Heights except for certain exempt work, including one-story detached accessory buildings less than 200 square feet that meet setback and height requirements.

• One-story detached accessory buildings less than 200 square feet that meet setback and height requirements

We have verified this information on the city's website and are confident that this information is correct.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Draper City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Draper City website states that they have adopted the International Building Code which states that any buildings 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit. We were unable to verify this on their website.  However, we have spoken with a Draper City Building Official and they have confirmed that accessory buildings that are 200 sq. ft. and smaller do not require a building permit as long as there are no utilities (power, water) in the building. If you have any other questions, we recommend contacting the Draper City Building Department 801-576-6399

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Herriman City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The Herriman City Building Department states that detached garages, sheds, playhouses, pergolas and similar one-story buildings that are 200 sq. ft. or less do not require a building permit. If electrical, heating or plumbing is added, the applicable electrical, mechanical or plumbing permit is required. The following is an excerpt from the Herriman City website:

‍What does NOT require a permit?

• One-story detached garages, sheds, playhouses, pergolas, and similar buildings that are 200 square feet or less. However, if it is wired with electrical, or if heating or plumbing is added, then an Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing permit is required  Regardless of the size of the structure, it cannot be placed any closer than 3 feet to any property lines or closer than 6 feet to any other structure, including the house.

If you have any other questions, we recommend contacting the Herriman City Building Department:

Herriman City Building Department: (801) 446-5327

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Holladay City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Holladay City does not require a building permit for a one-story detached accessory building that is less than 200 sq. ft. and meets setback and height requirements. However, the city recommends checking with the Planning Department to determine the proper placement of a shed on your property.

Below is an excerpt from the Holladay Building Permits web page:

A building permit is required for construction within Holladay except for certain exempt work.

• One-story detached accessory buildings less than 200 square feet that meet setback and height requirements

If you have any other questions, please contact the Holladay City Building Department

(801)272-9450

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Magna City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Magna’s official Building Permits and Inspections page states that a building permit is required for detached structures such as garages, barns, tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses when the structure exceeds 200 sq. ft. For commercial properties, the listed threshold is 120 sq. ft.

Any structure, regardless of size, that adds or modifies plumbing, mechanical or electrical systems requires a permit. Review the current requirements on Magna’s official Building Permits and Inspections page:

Even when a building permit is not required, zoning, setback, easement and placement requirements may still apply. We recommend confirming the current requirements with Magna or the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District before your shed is installed.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the city. We recommend verifying current requirements with Magna or the appropriate permitting authority.

Midvale City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Midvale City does not require a building permit for a detached residential accessory building that is less than 200 sq. ft. For nonresidential properties, the exemption applies to detached accessory buildings that are less than 120 sq. ft.

The Midvale City Building Department web page states the following: 

Do I need a building permit?

A building permit is required for most construction in the city. Some of the exceptions are: 

• A detached accessory building less than 120 square feet (nonresidential)
• A detached accessory building less than 200 square feet (residential)

You can find additional information on the city’s website or contact the Building Department at (801) 567-7200, ext. 1016.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Murray City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Here is a link to the Murray City website where we found the following information.

The Murray City website does not provide specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit. Murray has adopted applicable building codes, but we have not been able to verify a specific shed-size exemption on the city website. We recommend contacting the Murray City Building Division at (801) 270-2431 for current requirements.

There is a lot more valuable information that can be found on their website by following the link above.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Riverton City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Riverton City does not require a building permit for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller.

Below is the text from the Riverton City Building Department Accessory Structure Requirements web page:

Permits:

A building permit is required for accessory structures, except for one story detached accessory structures used as sheds, playhouses and similar small buildings that are 200 square feet or less in floor areas, and single-story, and not over 16 feet in height. A building permit is required for any plumbing, electrical or gas line installation.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Salt Lake City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Salt Lake City does not require a building permit for residential playhouses, sheds and similar uses that are under 200 square feet.

Below is an excerpt from the Salt Lake City Building Services Department FAQ page:

When do I need a permit?

Most construction projects require a permit. Exceptions include painting, laying flooring or other cosmetic issues. Other exemptions include playhouses, sheds and similar uses under 200 square feet for residential uses and 120 square feet for commercial uses.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Sandy City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Sandy City does not require a building permit for a storage shed or similar structure that is less than 200 square feet, provided applicable setback requirements are met.

The Sandy City Website Building Permits page states that structures less than 200 square feet do not require a permit but must meet setback requirements.

Contact the Planning Department for setback and other requirements: (801) 568-7256.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

South Jordan City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The South Jordan Building Department states that only structures larger than 200 square feet require a building permit.

The city's "Summary of Accessory Building Requirements" states the following: 

Buildings greater than 200 sq. ft. shall have a minimum 3:12 roof pitch over the majority of the structure and require a building permit.

If you have any other questions, we recommend contacting the South Jordan Building Department at (801) 446-4357.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

South Salt Lake City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

The South Salt Lake City website does not provide specific information about what sizes of sheds require a building permit. However, it does state that the city has adopted the International Building Code. We have not been able to verify a specific shed-size exemption on the city website.

For current requirements, we recommend contacting the South Salt Lake City Building Department at (801) 483-6063, ext. 2.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Taylorsville City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

Taylorsville City does not require a building permit for any shed that is 200 sq. ft. or less.  However, all buildings larger than 200 sq. ft. do require a building permit.

We have verified this information with Taylorsville City. Below is an excerpt from the "Do I need a building permit" information sheet available on the city's website.

A building permit is not required for any of the following actions:

Accessory buildings (sheds, detached garages, etc.) smaller than 200 square feet for one- and two-family dwellings. This includes sheds, playhouses and similar structures. However, please be advised that all accessory structures must meet applicable zoning requirements. For more information regarding zoning regulations in residential areas, including minimum setbacks for accessory structures, please refer to Taylorsville Information Forms P-1 through P-3b.

If you have any other questions, we recommend contacting the Taylorsville City Building Department at (801) 955-2030.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

West Jordan City has adopted applicable building codes, but we have not found a city webpage that clearly states a shed-size permit exemption. Because permit and utility requirements can vary, we recommend confirming the current rules directly with the West Jordan Building & Safety Division at (801) 569-5050.

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

West Jordan City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

West Valley City Storage Shed Building Permit Requirements:

West Valley City requires a building permit for sheds, playhouses and similar detached structures when the structure exceeds 200 sq. ft. in floor area. Electrical or plumbing work can also require permits. Below is the city’s official permit-requirements page:

Permit Requirements:

When do you need a permit?

• Building any detached structures such as garages, barns, tool and storage sheds, playhouses,
  pool or hot tub enclosures, and similar uses where the structure exceeds 200 square feet in floor area

For more information we recommend contacting the West Valley City Building Department: (801)963-3286

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from the respective cities. We recommend verifying this information with your local city offices.

Unincorporated Salt Lake County Shed Building Permit Requirements:

For residential properties in unincorporated Salt Lake County areas served by the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District, a detached accessory structure such as a storage shed generally does not require a building permit when it is less than 200 sq. ft., is only one story in height, and does not include plumbing, mechanical or electrical work.

A building permit is required when a detached residential accessory structure exceeds 200 sq. ft. The MSD also lists a 120 sq. ft. threshold for commercial accessory structures. Any structure, regardless of size, that adds or modifies plumbing, mechanical or electrical systems requires a permit.

Even when a building permit is not required, the location of the structure still requires approval from Planning/Zoning. Review the official Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District permit guidance:

Salt Lake County zoning requirements may regulate building size, height, setbacks, siting and other development standards. Review the county’s current Title 19 zoning information or contact Municipal Services Planning and Zoning at 385-468-6700 for property-specific requirements:

*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation from Salt Lake County or the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District. We recommend verifying current requirements before your shed is installed.