Building

1. Do I Need a Permit?

   Construction of new buildings/structures, remodeling and manufactured building placement or relocation require a building permit unless exempt in following list of example projects. Please note that this list provides some general examples and a permit may still be required based on the following examples.

2. How do I get a permit? And related FAQs

   Learn about the Permit Application and Inspection Process Questions.

3. Building Permits Resources

   Access resources for permits relating to the Building and Site Development section.

4. Land Permitting System Record Types

   Record types are organized within modules in our land permitting system.

5. Zoning / Jurisdiction

   The Pima County Geographic Information Systems division of Information Technology built this information page with instructions on using the Parcel Information Search page to locate your parcel zoning.

6. Floodplain Information

   This instructional page from Pima County Flood Control will help show how to use the Parcel Information Search page to retrieve floodplain information about your parcel.

7. Building Permit Application

   Complete this application and attach construction plans and any other required documents for your building permit.

8. Special Inspections

   Permit special conditions are found on the permit.

9. Permit Renewal or Extension (PDF)

   This PDF form is the Request for Permit Activity Extension or Reinstatement form used by Pima County.

10. Review Turn-around Times

    View operational review turn-around times for development instruments.

11. Development Services Fees

    Building permit fees are comprised of site development, building permit, wastewater sewer connection, and transportation right-of-way impact fees and estimate calculators.

12. Pay Fees Online and get Permit Status with Accela

    Use Accela to search records, pay fees, check and permit status. To make a payment: search for record, click Payments, click Fees.

13. Building Inspection Portal

    Learn about the updated Pima County building inspection portal, powered by Vuspex. You can schedule a traditional field inspection or a convenient remote inspection in one location. Click below to get started and set up a free account.

14. Inspector Tracking

    Use the Pima County Public Works Inspection Tracking to “Search by Permit Number” to locate your scheduled inspections- use full permit number. Tap on the permit number to open additional information, including inspection comments. Use the arrows to go to previous business day, today, next business day.

15. Inspection Results via Accela

    Use this Accela portal to search for Building, Septic, Floodplain, ROW & related Construction Permits.

16. Building and Site Development

    The Building and Site Development Division is committed to assisting you, property owners and professionals alike.