Building permits in Arizona
Who issues permits for a house, garage, shed, deck, or addition.
Arizona building code and construction permits
Arizona has no statewide building code for private construction. Each city and county adopts and enforces its own code and issues the permit. The Registrar of Contractors licenses the contractors who do the work.
About building permits
Start with the building or permitting office for the property location. Its published instructions explain applications, inspections, and which office handles the project. City and county responsibilities vary.