Tucson Building Permits

Official fees, requirements, and Planning and Development Services Department application links for common residential projects in Tucson, Arizona.

🏛 Planning and Development Services Department 📅 Updated April 2026

About Building Permits in Tucson

Building permits in Tucson are issued by the City of Tucson Development Services. Most residential permit applications are submitted online through the Tucson Online Permitting (IDS) portal at tucsonaz.gov/pdsd. Processing times for standard residential projects typically run 5–10 business days for standard residential permits.

2018 International Residential Code with Pima County amendments. Tucson has a unique "greywater" code allowing homeowners to reuse laundry water for landscaping without a permit.

Inspections are requested through the IDS portal; most residential inspections occur within 1–2 business days.

Project Types in Tucson

Select a project to see permit requirements, fees, and how to apply.

Deck Permit$100–$400 -- Required Fence Permit$50–$150 -- Required Shed Permit$50–$200 -- Sometimes Required Pool Permit$300–$800 -- Required Roof Replacement Permit$100–$250 -- Required Kitchen Remodel Permit$250–$800 -- Required Bathroom Remodel Permit$150–$500 -- Required ADU Permit$1,000–$4,000 -- Required Electrical Panel Permit$100–$250 -- Required HVAC Permit$100–$300 -- Required