Planning and Development Services has adjusted target review times according to the scale of the project, streamlining the turnaround time for smaller projects. The new lanes significantly enhance the permit review process, resulting in faster review times for specific permit types.
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Commercial permits are required for tenant improvements, certificates of occupancy, and new commercial buildings. All commercial structural permits require plans prepared by a licensed architect or engineer. All plans require a minimum of 3/32” type. A licensed contractor must perform all commercial construction work.
Commercial Building Permit Requirements and Associated Forms
All applications should be submitted online through Tucson Development Center Online.
Commercial Plan Submittal Requirements & Checklist(PDF, 223KB)
Appeals
Special Inspections
Adopted Codes and Ordinances
A permit is required to reconnect electric or gas service to a commercial property. This is sometimes referred to as "jurisdictional clearance" by utility companies. Reconnect permits are required if the utility has been shut off to a residential structure for 6 consecutive months. The permit cost is $131.00 which covers administrative and inspection costs. If you are installing water or gas piping, a drawing must be submitted that identifies the size and length of all piping. Include the Gas Piping Template(PDF, 203KB) with your application.
We inspect for any obvious code violations relating to the utility being connected or other life safety hazards are addressed prior to approving release of electrical power or gas to the premises.
We recommend that you review the Electrical Reconnect Guidelines(PDF, 102KB) and pre-inspect the dwelling prior to your inspection. New equipment is not considered a reconnect and will be charged according to the proposed work.
A site plan and the Electrical Reconnect Information Sheet must be filled out and included with all electrical reconnect permit applications. Complete a site plan and the Electrical Reconnect Information Sheet - Commercial(PDF, 215KB) and submit them both during the application process using Tucson Development Center Online. If you require a reconnect for an apartment or a similar multi-family dwelling, please complete your request as a commercial trade permit.
Cell Towers
Certificate of Occupancy
Demolition of a Structure
Electrical
Fire Alarms and Sprinklers
Gas Lines
Registered Plants
Restaurants
Special Events and Tents
Tanks
Special inspections are required to install medical gas piping. A special inspection certificate(PDF, 103KB) must be provided prior to permit issuance. For additional information please contact a Commercial Plan reviewer by phone on the list provided on our contact page.