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An electrical Service Upgrade Permit is required whenever you increase the size of your main service or panel, replace it because of damage, relocate due to construction to your home, or because of outdated or worn out equipment.
The cost for this permit is:
This permit can be obtained at:
West Valley City Offices
3600 S Constitution Boulevard (2700 W)
Room Number 220, Building Inspections
West Valley City, UT 84119
Phone: 801-963-3283
Monday through Thursday
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The permit must be taken out by the person doing the work, the electrical contractor or the homeowner. State law does allow a homeowner of a single family residence to do his or her electrical work.
We need the following information to process your permit:
Once the permit is obtained you can schedule an inspection by calling 801-963-3283. When an inspector approves the work, we will contact Rocky Mountain Power and authorize power to the installation.
We can make special arrangements for power to panel inspections if requested at least 48 hours in advance. We will coordinate our inspection time with you and Rocky Mountain Power to minimize time without electricity for all existing buildings.
Chief Building Official
Email Jerry Thompson
Commercial Plans Examiner
Email Casey White
Phone: 801-963-3316
Permit Supervisor
Email Misty Jenkins
Phone: 801-963-3475
Physical Address
3600 S Constitution Boulevard
West Valley City, UT 84119
Phone: 801-963-3283
Fax: 801-963-3402
Hours
Monday through Thursday
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
First Field Inspection
Monday through Thursday
8 a.m.
Last Field Inspection
Monday through Thursday
4:30 p.m.