Fences 6 feet or shorter do not require a building permit in West Valley City. Fences over 6 feet require a building permit per IRC adopted by Utah.
West Valley City follows the International Residential Code (IRC) as adopted by Utah under the Utah Uniform Building Standards Act (Utah Code §15A). IRC Section R105.2 exempts fences 6 feet or shorter from building permit requirements, but permits are required for anything taller. Retaining walls over 4 feet (measured from bottom of footing) also require permits and engineered plans. Even when no building permit is required, the fence must still comply with WVC Title 7A zoning setbacks: typically 0-foot setback side/rear, but reduced height (often 4 feet max) in front yard setback. Corner lots must preserve a 25-foot sight triangle at intersections. Swimming pool barriers require permits regardless of height under IRC Appendix G. HOA approval is typically required before installation in Hunter, Stonebridge, and other planned communities. Permit fees scale with project valuation; typical fence permit runs $50-$150.
Work without permit: permit fees doubled, plus Class C misdemeanor up to $750. Unsafe or non-compliant fences may be ordered removed.
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