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1. Do I need a permit?

Please visit Kanab City's General Ordinance Section 10-600 for a list of items that require permits.

2. What Building Codes has Kanab City adopted?

Please visit the Building Codes and Design Criteria page

3. What is the frost depth, ground snow load, or design criteria?

Please visit the Building Codes and Design Criteria page.

4. How do I schedule an Inspection?

Inspections require at least 24 hour notice and will be scheduled within 3 days after the day on which the request was received.  You can schedule inspections by calling 435-644-2534.  Further information about inspections can be found on Kanab City's Inspections page.

5. What are the required inspections?

Please visit Kanab City's Inspections page.

6. How do I get a Building Permit?

Kanab City requires that an applicant complete the Building Permit application.  This can be found on the website on the Forms page or you can visit the office at 26 N 100 E to pick up the Building Permit Packet.

7. Can I be my own Contractor?

Pursuant to Utah State Code 55-55-305 a property owner is exempt from licensure and may engage in acts or practices included within the practice of construction trades subject to the stated circumstances and limitations within the Code.  A Owner/Builder Certification is required to be completed during the building permit process.

Utah State Code 55-55-305: 

(d) a sole owner of property engaged in building: 

(i) no more than one residential structure per year on the sole owner's property and no more than three residential structures per five years on the sole owner's property for the sole Utah Code Page 27 owner's noncommercial, nonpublic use, except that a person other than the property owner or a person described in Subsection (1)(e), who engages in building a residential structure must be licensed under this chapter if the person is otherwise required to be licensed under this chapter; or 

(ii) structures on the sole owner's property for the sole owner's noncommercial, nonpublic use that are incidental to a residential structure on the property, including a shed, carport, or detached garage;

 (e) 

(i) a person engaged in construction or renovation of a residential building for noncommercial, nonpublic use if that person: 

(A) works without compensation other than token compensation that is not considered salary or wages; and 

(B) works under the direction of the property owner who engages in building the structure; and 

(ii) as used in this Subsection (1)(e), "token compensation" means compensation paid by a sole owner of property exempted from licensure under Subsection (1)(d) to a person exempted from licensure under this Subsection (1)(e), that is: 

(A) minimal in value when compared with the fair market value of the services provided by the person;

 (B) not related to the fair market value of the services provided by the person; and 

(C) is incidental to the providing of services by the person including paying for or providing meals or refreshment while services are being provided, or paying reasonable transportation costs incurred by the person in travel to the site of construction;

8. Do permits expire?

Once a permit has been approved and the fees have been paid the permit is valid and issued, work must be commenced within 180 days or the permit will expire.  If work is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days any time after work has been commenced the permit will expire.

"Work Commenced" must be validated/verified only by an approved required inspection per Kanab City's General Ordinances.

9. What do I need to include for a complete application on a one to two family dwelling, townhome or other residential structure not including a lodging establishment?

Per Utah Code 10-6-160 the following makes the application complete if the application contains:

• the name, address and contact information of:
  1. the applicant; and
  2. the construction manager/general contractor, as defined in Utah Code Section 63G-6a-103 for the construction project;
• a site plan for the construction project that:
  1. is drawn to scale;
  2. includes a north arrow and legend; and
  3. provides specifications for the following:
     1. lot size dimensions;
     2. setbacks and overhangs for set backs;
     3. easements;
     4. property lines;
     5. topographical details, if the slope of the lot is greater than 10%;
     6. retaining walls;
     7. hard surface areas;
     8. curb and gutter elevations as indicated in the subdivision documents;
     9. utilities, including water meter and sewer lateral locations;
     10. street names;
     11. driveway locations;
     12. defensible space provisions and elevations, if required by the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code adopted under Section 15A-2103; and
     13. the location of the nearest hydrant;
• construction plans and drawings, including:
  1. elevations, only if he construction project is new construction;
  2. floor plans for each level, including the location and size of doors and windows;
  3. foundation, structural, and framing detail; and
  4. electrical, mechanical, and plumbing design;
• documentation of energy code compliance;
• structural calculations, except for trusses;
• a geotechnical report, including a slope stability evaluation and retaining wall design, if
  1. the slope of the lot is greater than 15%; and
  2. required by the city; and
• a statement indicating that actual construction will comply with applicable local ordinances and building codes.

10. How much will my building permit cost?

Building permit costs for new residential and commercial construction are calculated based on the ICC Building Valuation Data which are updated February and August of each year.  Kanab City's permit multiplier used with the formula explained in the ICC Building Valuation Data is updated on a yearly basis.  The permit multiplier for the 2021-2022 fiscal year is 0.011.

Building permit costs for remodels and renovations are based on the number of inspections required for smaller projects and construction cost on larger remodel/renovations.

Plan Review fees and Impact fees may apply to your building permit. 

11. How much are Impact Fees for a residential property?

Residential Impact Fees are currently a total of $9,000, with a residential water meter (5/8"), below is the breakdown for each impact fee:

Water	5/8"	1"	1.5"	2"	2.5"	3"	4"	6"
	$3,512.70	$8,992.51	$20,233.15	$35,970.05	$56,203.20	$80,932.61	$143,880.19	$323,730.43

Waster Water: $243.00

Storm Water: $3011.40

Public Safety: $401.40

Parks & Rec: $1,003.50

Transportation: $828.00 

12. How much are Impact Fees for a commercial project?

The impact fees for a commercial project are based on the square footage of the building foot print, except for the water impact fee which is based on the size of the water meter.

Water	5/8"	1"	1.5"	2"	2.5"	3"	4"	6"
	$3,512.70	$8,992.51	$20,233.15	$35,970.05	$56,203.20	$80,932.61	$143,880.19	$323,730.43

Waster Water: $0.64 per sq.ft.

Storm Water: $0.89 per sq.ft. 

Public Safety: $0.21 per sq.ft. 

Parks & Rec: $0.60 per sq.ft. 

Transportation: $1.37 per sq.ft.  

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1. Who needs to register their business?

All businesses in Utah are required by law to register with the Utah Department of Commerce either as a "DBA" (Doing Business As), corporation, limited liability company or limited partnership. In addition, certain types of businesses need special licenses and permits in order to operate, i.e., insurance agents, contractors, doctors and dry cleaners, etc. Businesses are also required to obtain a business license from the city or county in which they are located.

2. Why are businesses required to register?

Registration insures that the business name cannot be legally used by another business. The more you use the registered name and become known to the public by name, the more legal protection your name earns against "predatory encroachment" by other businesses. Registration is required so that a comprehensive state registry of all business and corporate information is available for public reference.

This information is vital to an orderly legal system and marketplace. Without it, the public or other businesses may have no way of knowing the persons with whom they are doing business. In addition, registration is required by law to provide public notice as to who owns or stands behind a business entity. You cannot file a lawsuit in court as a business if your business is not registered. Registration enables careful business people to verify information about companies with whom they do business.

3. How can I register my business name?

You can register a business name at:

Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code

160 E 300 S

2nd Floor

Salt Lake City, Utah 84145-0801

Phone: 801-530-4849

Or through Utah's OneStop Online Business Registration 

website.

4. How do I get a sales tax number?

You can apply online through Utah's OneStop Online Business Registration website.

5. Where do I get a business license application?

You can obtain applications at the Kanab City Office which is located at 76 North Main Street or you may download the forms. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 435-644-2534.

6. How do I renew my license?

Renewal notices for the following year are mailed by the City Office 30 days prior to expiration. Payments are due on or before 30 day after the expiration date.

7. What are the penalties if the payment is late?

Delinquent licenses are assessed a $10 late penalty after 30 days past the due date and $25 late penalty after 60 days past the due date.

8. What if my business changes location within the City Limits of Kanab?

Business licenses are issued for a specific business address. Changes in address require an application for the new location.

9. What if my business closes or moves out of Kanab City?

If your business status changes, please notify the business license department using one of the following methods: Send a letter which includes the business name, license number, address and date of closure to:
Kanab City
Attn: Business Licensing
76 N Main Street
Kanab, UT 84741

Email the business name, license number, address and date of closure to City Offices.

10. Are licenses transferable?

A business license cannot be transferred from 1 person or business to another. A new license must be applied for when a change of ownership of the business takes place.

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1. Where can I find the agendas?

Click the "Agendas & Minutes" button on our homepage.

2. When is the next City Council Meeting?

City Council Meetings are the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 PM in the Kanab City Council Chambers located at 26 North 100 East, Kanab.

3. How do I sign up for water service?

You can complete the form for utility service in the form center of this site or you can fill out an application for utility service in the Kanab City Office.

4. When does the DMV come to town?

Every second and fourth Tuesday of each month. They are located behind the Workforce Services Building, 468 East 300 South, Kanab.

5. Are burn permits free?

Yes, burn permits are in fact free. Come pick one up in the City Office.

6. What time does the City Office open?

City Office hours are, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Thursday. 8:00 an to 12:00pm Friday.

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1. If I was using the prior Bill Pay System will I need to sign up again?

Yes. You will not be able to log on to the Kanab City payment system without setting up your account. It is easy and quick - just follow the prompts provided.

2. Does it cost anything to sign up for online bill payment?

No. It’s free to sign up for the online bill payment. However, the following Payment Methods do have an additional charge associated with them:
- EFT Transaction (Electronic Fund Transfers) - Free
- Credit-Debit Cards - $3 per Transaction
- Phone-In Requests - Additional $1 + the Credit-Debit Card Transaction Fee

3. What is Xpress Bill Pay?

Xpress Bill Pay is the company we have partnered with to handle our online utility bill payment. You access your account from their website.

4. What payment choices do I have?

You can pay your bills with a credit or debit card, or you can transfer funds directly from your checking account.

5. What will my bill look like online?

We try to match the look of your paper statement as much as possible, so you’ll find it easy to read your bill onscreen.

6. What other information is available?

You can view up to a year’s history of your account online, so you can compare your current bill to a year ago.

7. Do I need to pay my bills from my computer?

Not at all. You can pay your bill from anywhere in the world! All you need is access to the Internet through a Web browser. You then log in to your account using your email address and password. No need to worry about late payments if you’re out of town when your bill is due.

8. How do I know the payment went through?

After you complete the transaction, you can receive an email receipt to confirm that your payment went through.

9. Is my information safe?

Absolutely. All the transactions are handled on secure servers. As long as you don’t give out your password, only you will be able to access your account. Plus, your personal information or email address will not be sold or rented to third parties for marketing purposes without your permission.