Understand shed permit, zoning and setback requirements for cities throughout Wasatch County, then use the detailed local information below to plan your project with confidence.
For most homeowners, sheds that are 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a building permit.
Click on your city to see the available shed ordinance and building permit requirements.
Daniel, Independence, Interlaken and Hideout are also governed by the Wasatch County Building Department for shed building permits. The same county building-permit standards described in the Wasatch County section below generally apply to these communities. Local zoning, setback, HOA or development-specific requirements may still apply, so homeowners should confirm those requirements before construction.
NOTE: We are still in the process of gathering and posting up-to-date building permit information for all the cities listed above.
If your city's information is not shown here, we recommend contacting your local city or county office for more information.
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Even when a building permit is not required, local placement and zoning rules can still apply. These are the main items worth confirming before your shed is scheduled.
In many Wasatch County cities, sheds 200 sq. ft. or smaller do not require a building permit. Some cities have additional site-approval requirements or exceptions, which are explained below.
Check required distances from property lines, easements, fences, streets and other structures. These rules can vary by city and zoning district.
Some municipalities regulate accessory-building height or placement, and a homeowners association may have additional requirements. HOA approval is separate from city approval.
Slope, retaining walls, utilities, drainage, overhead clearance and backyard access can affect where the shed can be placed and how it can be built.
The sections below preserve the detailed information we have collected for individual Wasatch County cities, including permit thresholds, zoning notes, contact information and links to official city resources where available. Use the city buttons above to jump directly to your city.
Heber City does not require a building permit for a detached accessory structure that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller unless electrical, plumbing or other work triggers a separate permit requirement. We previously spoke with a Heber City building official who confirmed this information with us. Buildings larger than 200 sq. ft. require a building permit and must go through the permit approval process before construction begins.
If you have any other questions, please contact the Heber City Building Department at (435) 654-6330.
*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.
Midway City does not require a building permit for a one-story detached accessory structure, such as a storage shed or playhouse, when the floor area is 200 sq. ft. or smaller. Structures larger than 200 sq. ft. require a building permit. Below is the exemption language used by the city:
Building Permit Exemptions:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58 m2). (Floor area is measured to outside of foundation wall or outside of exterior framed wall, not inside of wall.)
If you have any other questions, we recommend contacting the Midway City Building Department at (435) 654-3223 ext. 107.
*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.
Wallsburg building permits are administered through the Wasatch County Building Department. Wasatch County states that single-story detached accessory structures under 200 sq. ft. do not require a building permit, although zoning, setback and placement requirements still apply.
We recommend confirming the current requirements with the Wasatch County Building Department before construction.
If you have any other questions, please contact the Wasatch County Building Department at (435) 657-3200.
*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.
Charleston building permits are administered through the Wasatch County Building Department. Wasatch County states that single-story detached accessory structures under 200 sq. ft. do not require a building permit, although zoning, setback and placement requirements still apply.
We recommend confirming the current requirements with the Wasatch County Building Department before construction.
Wasatch County Building DepartmentIf you have any other questions, please contact the Wasatch County Building Department at (435) 657-3200.
*The information provided above is intended solely as a helpful guideline and does not serve as official documentation. We recommend verifying current requirements with Wasatch County before construction.
Wasatch County does not require a building permit for any storage shed or accessory building that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller as stated in the International Building Code. This information has been verified on the Wasatch County Building Department web page. Below is an excerpt from the frequently asked questions about building permits
How big of a building can I build without a permit?
All structures exceeding 200 square feet require a permit. Single-story, detached accessory structures under 200 square feet do not require a permit. If you are building a structure under the square foot minimum, you should still check with the Wasatch County Planning Office to verify that what you want to build will meet the setback requirements. Also, decks that are under the minimum square footage requirement but are 30 inches or more off the ground will require a permit. If you are unsure if the structure you are building requires a permit, please call the office to verify.
If you have any other questions we recommend contacting the Wasatch County Building Department.
Wasatch County Building Department: (435)657-3200
*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.
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View Tack Sheds →In many cases, no. Many Wasatch County cities do not require a building permit for a residential shed that is 200 sq. ft. or smaller. Some cities may have a site-approval, zoning or utility-related exception, so check the detailed city information above.
Yes. Being exempt from a building permit does not automatically exempt a shed from zoning, setback, easement or placement requirements. Check the section for your city and verify current requirements before building.
Electrical, plumbing or mechanical work can trigger separate permit requirements even when the shed itself would otherwise be exempt from a building permit. Confirm those requirements with your city before work begins.
Yes. HOA requirements are separate from city building and zoning rules. Homeowners are responsible for confirming any HOA requirements for shed size, placement, colors, roof style or other design details.
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