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1. Can I make an online payment for a Community Development Permit?

Yes, once you have set up an online account using the Online Permit Center , “Pay Online” is an available option. Enter the Portal Access Code for your organization or job. Currently the portal access code is received from any of the Permit Technicians in Community Development (928-679-8850).

2. Can I make payment over the phone for a Community Development Permit?

For security reasons, Community Development cannot accept payments over the phone.

3. Are accessory structures (e.g. Barns, Garages, Sheds, Carports and similar structures) allowed on vacant land?

Accessory structures may be allowed on vacant land in certain zones within Coconino County. Please check with Community Development Planning and Zoning for which zones allow this.

4. Can I drop power to my vacant piece of property?

Electrical service and equipment shall not be permitted on vacant land.  Electrical services are only allowed to serve structures with permanent foundations. This would require Building plans that have a foundation plan, Roof framing plan, Floor plan, Electric plan, Cross Section plan, Elevation plan and a site plan. Architectural plan sets shall be drawn to ¼ inch = 1 foot scale.  Site plan shall be drawn to 1 inch = 20 foot scale. Please contact the Building Division at 928-679-8850 for plan requirements. Exception: Electrical equipment for the service of a well.

5. Do I need a septic or sewage system installed prior to obtaining my building permit?

A septic permit shall be issued before a building permit is issued. The septic system does not need to be complete at the time of construction but shall be completed and approved before a Certificate of Occupancy will be issued. Exception: If it is determined that the septic system is going to be approved at a later time then a building permit may be issued with a condition on approval from all divisions.

6. Are Portable sheds (e.g. Graceland, Weatherking, etc.) allowed as livable structures?

Portable sheds may be converted into single family dwellings. These structures shall be placed on a permanent foundation that meets minimum code requirements, and the structure shall be a remodel and shall comply with the International Residential Code as a single family dwelling.

7. Do I need a permit to install or place a manufactured/mobile home on my property?

Yes, Coconino County has a delegation agreement from the State Office of Manufactured Housing to issue permits for the installation of the suitable types. Mobile homes built prior to June 15. 1976 shall be rehabilitated and approved by the State Office of Manufactured Housing. “A person shall not occupy or otherwise use a mobile home which has been brought into this state or move a mobile home from one mobile home park in this state to another mobile home park in this state unless it meets the standards pursuant to the chapter and displays the proper state Rehabilitation Certificate.”

The permit fee is $276.00 this includes the manufacture home set, electric, gas, water and sewer inspections. Any structure that is add on to this permit will be a separate building permit and review process.

8. Can I build my own Home?

Yes, you are allowed to build your own home given that all federal, state and local building codes and requirements are followed. An application and set of construction documents is required to be submitted for review and approval to the building division. Once the plans are approved and fees paid, you can start construction and call for routine inspections.

9. How long does it take to secure a building permit for structures?

Coconino County Building Division try’s to meet a 15 working day, 1^st plan review process. Once the 1^st review is completed and the customer picks up the red line comments the county review time is stopped and the customer time starts. Once you have returned the review comments and a corrected plan set, the customer time stops and the county review time starts. The county building division then has 5 working days to complete the 2^nd review, if everything was corrected and all other divisions have approved the permit it will be issued. This process is around 15 to 20 working days not counting the time it is in the customer hands.