Residential Construction

Residential construction is defined as any construction that is not considered commercial in nature. The value, safety, and code compliance of your structure is heavily dependent on obtaining a building permit prior to construction or installation.

Fencing and Grading Permits

Fence Grading

Residential Use in Military High Noise or Accident Potential Zone:

 
Residential uses are not allowed within the high noise or accident potential zone of a military airport (Luke Air Force Base) or ancillary military facility (Luke Auxiliary Airfield Number 1 and the Gila Bend Auxiliary Airfield) unless both Luke Air Force Base and Maricopa County mutually agree that the residential use is compatible and consistent with the high noise or accident potential of the military airport or ancillary military facility. To make such a decision, an application for a Use Compatibility and Consistency Determination (UCCD) must be submitted and approved prior to application for a residential building permit.

Additional Resources


Please see Chapter 10, Section 1010 (PDF) of Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance for specific details. Check to see if your parcel is in a high noise or accident potential zone.

Information and Application Packets

  1. Permit Process Overview (PDF)
  2. Residential Site Plan and Building Plan Checklist (PDF)
  3. Construction Plan Checklist (PDF)
  4. Typical Site Plan Example with Checklist (PDF)
  5. Submittal Matrix (PDF)
  6. Expired Permit Information (PDF)
  7. Inspection Information (PDF)
  8. Fast Track Program (PDF)
  9. Building Elevation Requirements (PDF)
  1. Attached Patio Carport Building Standards (PDF)
  2. Carport Enclosure Building Standards (PDF)
  3. Fence Details (PDF)
  4. Fence Details for Sun City and Sun City West (PDF)
  5. Permit Processing Change HB2443l Information (PDF)
  6. Pool and Pool Barriers (PDF)
  7. Public Utility Easement Waiver (PDF)
  8. Standard Plans 2018-03 (PDF)
  9. Permit by Inspector Guidelines (PDF)