Salt Lake City Online Permits & Payments Guide

Salt Lake City, Utah businesses can use the citys online permitting and payment services to apply for licenses, submit building permit applications, pay fees, schedule inspections, and track approvals. This article explains how to find the official portals, what forms and fees to expect, enforcement and appeals, and step-by-step actions for common business permit workflows in Salt Lake City.

How online permitting works

Most business and construction permits for Salt Lake City are managed through the citys Building and Licensing systems and an online permit portal where applicants create accounts, submit plans, upload documents, and pay fees electronically. See the city permit portal for online applications and payment options Salt Lake City Building Permits^[1]. For code provisions that authorize permits and enforcement, consult the Salt Lake City Code of Ordinances Salt Lake City Code^[2].

Common online services for businesses

• Apply for building and trade permits online and upload plan sets.
• Submit or renew business licenses and certificates.
• Pay permit fees, license fees, and inspection fees online.
• Request and schedule inspections and receive inspection results.
• Contact permitting staff and file complaints or code enforcement reports.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement of permitting, licensing, and code compliance in Salt Lake City is carried out under the city code and by the departments that issue permits, including Building Services and Code Enforcement. The municipal code defines prohibited acts, enforcement powers, and remedies; specific fine amounts or daily penalties are not specified on the cited page and must be confirmed in the code or fee schedules cited below Salt Lake City Code^[2].

• Monetary fines: not specified on the cited page; consult the ordinance sections or the department fee schedule for current amounts.
• Escalation: first, repeat, and continuing offences and per-day continuance provisions are not specified on the cited page.
• Non-monetary sanctions: the city may issue stop work orders, compliance orders, revocations or suspensions of permits or licenses, and refer matters to the city attorney or municipal court (see municipal code for authority).
• Enforcer: Building Services, Code Enforcement, and Licensing divisions enforce permit and license rules; report violations or request inspections through the department contact pages and the official portal online permit portal^[1].
• Appeals/review: appeal routes and time limits depend on the specific permit or notice; time limits are not specified on the cited page and should be confirmed in the specific ordinance or permit decision notice.

Applications & Forms

Applications and most standard forms for building permits, trade permits, and business licensing are available through the citys online permitting portal; some specialty permits may require additional supporting documents. Fee schedules and exact form numbers are published by the issuing department or in the municipal code or fee resolution; specific form numbers or fee amounts are not specified on the cited pages and must be confirmed with the department or portal Salt Lake City Building Permits^[1] and the city code Salt Lake City Code^[2].

• Typical forms: Building permit application, trade permit application, business license application (available online via the portal).
• Fees: shown in the portal or dept fee schedule; if a fee schedule is not posted, contact the department for current fees.
• Submission: upload documents and pay online through the portal; in-person or mail submission guidance is provided by the issuing department when applicable.

How to complete a typical permit workflow

Below are practical steps for businesses applying for a building or trade permit in Salt Lake City using online services.

• Create an account in the city permit portal and verify contact information.
• Prepare and upload plans, contractor licenses, and required attachments per portal checklists.
• Pay permit and plan review fees online when prompted by the application.
• Schedule inspections online and respond to review comments via the portal.
• Receive permit approval electronically and retain permit documents on site as required.

FAQ

How do I pay permit fees online?

Use the citys online permit portal to submit payments with a credit card or approved payment methods; see the permit portal for payment options and instructions Salt Lake City Building Permits^[1].

How long does plan review take?

Review times vary by project scope and department workload; the portal shows current review status. Specific turnaround times are not specified on the cited page and should be confirmed with the permitting department.

What if I work without a permit?

Working without required permits may result in stop work orders, fines, or required corrective actions; exact penalties are not specified on the cited page and are governed by the municipal code Salt Lake City Code^[2].

How-To

1. Register and log into the Salt Lake City online permit portal.
2. Complete the online application, upload required documents, and submit drawings.
3. Pay fees online when prompted and save your payment confirmation.
4. Schedule inspections online and correct any review comments promptly.
5. Obtain the issued permit electronically and post or carry required documentation on site.

Key Takeaways

• Use the official portal early to avoid processing delays.
• Contact Building Services or Licensing for questions or unclear requirements.
• Keep records of submissions, payments, and inspection confirmations.

Help and Support / Resources

• Salt Lake City Building Services
• Salt Lake City Business Licensing
• Salt Lake City Code of Ordinances (Municode)
• Salt Lake City Finance - Payments and Billing

1. [1] Salt Lake City Building Permits - official portal and instructions
2. [2] Salt Lake City Code of Ordinances - municipal code and enforcement authority