PERMITTING SERVICES

Getting started on a big project is exciting. The permitting process allows you to build in a way that protects your investment, is respectful of the surrounding community, and complies with Arizona law. 

If you are getting a permit for the first time and have any questions, you are encouraged to call 602-506-3301
Or you may fill out this short form with a brief description of your project goals and we'll get right back to you!

In some cases you may require a permit from multiple departments. Our five permitting departments include:
Air Quality (AQ), Environmental Services (ESD), Flood Control (FCD), Planning & Development (P&D), and Transportation (MCDOT).

GETTING STARTED

Determine what type of project you are doing. If you are building or remodeling in unincorporated Maricopa County [See Map] you're in the right place. Otherwise, you'll start the permitting process with your city or town.
*If your project or task involves food, air quality, or other environmental factors, you will need a Maricopa County permit.

Find and select the type of permit or license you need below. If you don't see the permit you're looking for, View All Permits.

  1. Residential Permits

    RESIDENTIAL PERMITS

    New Construction, Manufactured Home, Additions & Alterations, Accessory, Decks, Garages, ALL Fences, Culverts, Pools/Spas & Pool Barriers, Patio Enclosure, Grading, Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical Work, Plumbing, Water/Septic Tanks, Stormwater Drainage, Demolition.

  2. Commercial Permits & Licenses

    FOOD / BEVERAGE PERMITS

    Fixed/Permanent Food Establishments, Mobile Food, Vending Machines, Micro Markets, Caterers, Special Events, Boarding Homes, Dog Friendly Patios.
     

  1. Commercial Permits

    COMMERCIAL PERMITS   

    New Construction, Manufactured  Building, Subdivision/Infrastructure, Accessory, Addition, Alteration (Tenant Improvement), Septic Tanks, Stormwater, Public Pool, Cell Tower Alteration, New Cell Tower, Monument Sign, Wall Sign, Billboard, Grading, Paving, Stockpile.

  2. Air Quality

    AIR QUALITY PERMITS   

    Dust Control, Dust Control Block, Asbestos NESHAP Notification, Open Burn, General, Non-Title V, Title V, Subcontractor Registration, Emissions Inventory, Tanker Truck Certification.


  1. Land Use Permits

    LAND USE PERMITS   

    Clearing and Grading, Rezoning, MCDOT Right-of-Way, Floodplain Right-of-Way Use, Floodplain Use, Stormwater, Land Division, Plats (Pre & Final), Pre-Apps, Variances. 


  2. All Permits

    ALL PERMITS   

    The County offers a number of permits. If you're running into issues finding the permit that fits your project description, you can view all permits here. 


NEXT STEPS

SCHEDULE
AN INSPECTION

Find the department currently processing your permit and select from one of the available ways you can schedule an inspection.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
In Person

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Online, In Person

FLOOD CONTROL
Online

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Online



PAY
PERMIT FEE

Find the department currently processing your permit and select from one of the payment options available.

AIR QUALITY
Online

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
In Person

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Online, In Person

FLOOD CONTROL
Online, In Person

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Online

CHECK
PERMIT STATUS

Find the department currently processing your permit and select from one of the available ways you can check permit status.

AIR QUALITY
Online

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
In Person

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Online, In Person

FLOOD CONTROL
Online, In Person

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Online

CONTACT

Permitting Services
602-506-3301
Locations & Hours