PlainPermitDo I need a permit for a shed in Phoenix, AZ?
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Not legal advice. Always confirm with your local building department. Rules change, and your parcel's zoning, HOA, historic district, floodplain or utility work can change the answer. We show the official source and the date we last checked it so you can verify for yourself.
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One-story detached sheds of 200 sq ft or less need no building permit; larger detached structures do. Adding utilities requires a permit for the utility work. Check zoning setbacks first.
What changes the answer
- One story, detached
- 200 sq ft or less aggregate floor area
- Utilities (power/water/gas) require their own permit
Cost
Valuation-based (Table A, effective 1/20/2026): $195 base for $1-$1,000; $195 + $12 per additional $1,000 to $10,000; $303 + $10 per $1,000 from $10,001-$50,000.
Where to apply
Official sources
“All new residential buildings, including detached structures larger than 200 square feet”
“If shed under 200 square feet, no permit is required. If your shed will be over 200 square feet, you will need to submit drawings for review and a permit will be required.”
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Other projects in Phoenix
- Fence permit
- Deck permit
- Water heater replacement permit
- Roof replacement permit
- Interior / bathroom remodel permit