Building Department

Nibley is currently using the ICC 2015 Codes as amended by the state of Utah.

Building Permit Applicaion

General requirements of documentation to be submitted with application:

  • Two copies of engineered stamped, (if applicable) to-scale plans; (Electronic plans and application can be submitted electronically with your application)
  • To-scale plot plan showing setbacks and location of project/building as well as intended location of utility services
  • Engineering calculations, manual J,S,D, and res-check paperwork
  • SWPPP Compliance (if necessary)

Required inspections: Inspections will vary depending on the project. A list of required inspections will be included upon issuance of building permit.

INFORMATION ABOUT BASEMENTS IN NIBLEY

  1. Where the estimated groundwater elevation is within 48 inches of the existing ground surface as shown in the City’s Water Table Depth GIS layer, where a subdivision plat contains a note, mark, or restriction delineating areas where groundwater is within 48 inches of the existing ground surface, or where a study, report, or analysis is performed for a lot, subdivision or other development that demonstrates that groundwater elevation is within 48 inches of the existing ground surface, the lowest crawl space or finished floor for any building or structure within such area shall be built at an elevation at least six inches (6”) above finished curb or centerline of the street, whichever is higher.
  2. Where the estimated groundwater elevation is at least 48-inches or more below the existing surface as shown in the City’s Water Table Depth GIS layer, the lowest crawl space or finished floor shall be built at an elevation at least six inches (6”) above finished curb or centerline of the street, whichever is higher, unless an individual lot owner is able to meet the following conditions:
    1. A stamped report, prepared by a Utah Licensed Professional Engineer or Professional geologist, establishing the historic high-water table elevation shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and acceptance.
    2. No finished floor elevation, including crawl spaces and basement floor elevations, shall be permitted unless constructed at least 1 foot above the aforementioned groundwater elevation.
    3. A groundwater discharge system such as a sump pump or other system approved by the City Engineer shall be installed in a way that protects groundwater discharge from entering the City’s sewer system prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Discharge shall comply with NCC 15.04.040(J) with additional consideration given to topography of the lot and surface runoff to prevent adverse ponding and nuisance flows from leaving the site.
    4. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, final floor and or crawl space elevations constructed in accordance with this ordinance shall be certified by a licensed Professional Engineer or Surveyor to ensure compliance with this ordinance.
      Nibley Water Table Depth Map
Building Permit Application Accessory Building - Zoning Clearance

Please allow up to two weeks from the date of submittal for processing. You will be notified about the exact total amount due and when you can pick up and pay for your building permit.