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    Residential Building

    Residential development includes single-family homes, duplex, and townhome projects.

    Construction permits are required for:

    • New homes
    • Remodels or additions, such as:
      • Garage/carport construction or conversion
      • Porch enclosures
      • Demolition
      • Patio covers
      • Fences/walls
      • Other construction projects

    For a detailed list of construction types requiring permits, refer to the Residential Single-Family Construction Permit Guide.

    Appointments - Residential Plan Review

    Appointments are available for:

    • Standard plans for single-family residences, duplex buildings, or townhomes
      • Up to 10 standard plans or revisions per builder, per week
      • Up to 20 submittals per weekly appointment
    • Special projects assigned to a specific PDD Team Leader (requires approval)
    • Other projects as determined by Residential Supervisors
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    SHAPE PHX Portal

    Visit the SHAPE PHX portal for access to:

    • Residential Plan Review
    • Permitting and Inspections
    • Licenses and Operating Permits
    • Planning and Zoning
    • Historic Preservation and more

    For residential photovoltaic (solar) submissions, email pdd.photovoltaic.residential@phoenix.gov.​

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    Residential Building Resources

    Commercial Building

    For development involving triplexes, fourplexes, condominiums, and apartments, refer to the Commercial Building pages.