If you are planning to build a roof cover or awning supported by the wall of the house, which does not project more than 54″ from the external wall, you do not need a permit.

If you are planning to build an awning projecting further than 54″ or a roof cover over a patio, porch or deck with supporting posts to the ground, you are required to submit for and obtain a building permit and inspections.

If you are also constructing a deck that is more than 30″ above the ground measured from the walking surface of the deck to the lowest grade level around the perimeter of the deck, see the instructions for obtaining a covered Deck Permit.

Please be aware that dumpsters and construction materials must not create an obstruction to the public.

Requirements for submitting a permit application for a roof cover

1. Permit Application Form
   
2. Site Plan showing where on the property the house is and where the roof cover will be placed (see sample Site Plan). Include setback measurements from the post to the back, side or front property line as applicable. Measure from the closet post to the applicable property line(s). You can contact the Planning Department for setback requirements and easement information at 801-446-5323 or planning@herriman.org.
   
3. Construction Plans including:
   
1. Roof layout drawing (see sample Roof Cover Layout diagram)
2. Section diagram showing roof structure, post and footing information (see sample Roof Cover Section diagram)
3. Other applicable information – Building Codes & Design Criteria

Permit fees are based on square footage of the roof cover, but usually range from approximately $130.00 to $350.00. Permit fees pay for reviews in the office as well as all inspections which will need to be done at the property. We will email invoices when fees are due.

Submit signed application and plans to the Building Department by email at building@herriman.org.  If your plans are too large to email, please provide a shareable link to where we can download your plans from such as Dropbox, Google Drive or other online service.

Roof covers typically require two inspections, but may require others as needed:

• A footing inspection when excavated and formed with reinforcement secured, but before concrete is poured.
  
• A final inspection when the roof cover is completed.
  

Call the Building Department at 801-446-5327 at least one business day before you wish to schedule inspections. You may ask for an hour block of time when there will be an adult to meet the inspector at the property. When the work is completed and all inspections are approved, be sure to keep the plans, permit and inspection reports with your house records.