Building Permits: When are they required?

Generally, you need to obtain a building permit from the City of Globe whenever you construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove, improve, convert, or demolish a building or other structure. A building could be anything from a tool shed to a house or commercial structure. Building Permits are also required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, replace, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system.

Additionally, if code violations are noted, these generally require the use of a permit to correct violations including minor property maintenance violations. Other permits may be necessary for your project that are not listed, i.e., grading, civil restoration, floodplain, right-of-way, signs, etc. If you have a question about permit requirements or unsure if your project requires permits please contact the Building Safety Department at (928)-425-7146 ext. #219. We are happy to assist with your project.

Failure to obtain the necessary permits could result in fines and or the removal of the unauthorized building project at the owners/installers expense.

When is a Licensed Contractor required?

Residential: If a residence is used as a rental unit, all repairs and construction work require a licensed contractor to do the work per Arizona Statute 32-1151 and 32-1154. Violation of this law is a Class One Misdemeanor. Commercial: A licensed Commercial Contractor is required to conduct work that requires a permit.

Engaging in contracting without license prohibited, A.R.S. § 32-1151 :

It is unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization, or a combination of any of them, to engage in the business of, submit a bid or respond to a request for qualification or a request for proposals for construction services as, act or offer to act in the capacity of or purport to have the capacity of a contractor without having a contractor's license in good standing in the name of the person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization as provided in this chapter, unless the person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization is exempt as provided in this chapter. Evidence of securing a permit from a governmental agency or the employment of a person on a construction project shall be accepted in any court as prima facie evidence of existence of a contract.

Handyman Exemption A.R.S. § 32-1121: Allows unlicensed individuals to perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks without a contractor's license, provided the total cost of the work, including labor and materials, is less than $1,000 and the project doesn't require a building permit, (regardless of the price of labor and materials).

Owner-Builder Clause A.R.S. § 32-1121: allows homeowners to build or improve their own property without a contractor's license, provided the work is for their personal use. The offering of such structures for sale or for rent within one (1) year after completion or issuance of a certificate of occupancy is considered by law to be prima facie evidence of contracting without a license and that the construction project was not intended for the occupancy solely by the owner. The exemption in the statute in such cases are not applicable. This clause does not excuse any requirements by the jurisdiction to obtain permits, and/or to provide any other documentation required by the Building Official or the requirements of the jurisdictions adopted codes and amendments.