PlainPermit

Do I need a permit for an electrical panel upgrade in Phoenix, AZ?

Short answer: Yes, a permit is required for an electrical panel upgrade in Phoenix, AZ.

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Yes. Phoenix lists electrical updates, rewiring and additions among projects that require a permit.

Cost

Fee not extracted; see the Phoenix fee schedule. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.phoenix.gov/content/dam/phoenix/pddsite/documents/impact-fees/fee-schedule.pdf · All verified Phoenix permit fees

Where to apply

City of Phoenix PDD Residential Projects

Permitting authority: City of Phoenix Planning & Development Department (PDD). Zoning (setbacks, height, lot coverage) applies even when a building permit is not required. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Electrical updates, rewiring and additions”

Source: https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/pdd/residential-building/resident-plan-reviews.html

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