Permit Required? Sometimes Required
Typical Fee Range $125–$300 Exempt if 200 sq ft or less and detached; larger sheds require a building permit.
Fee Method Valuation-based
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What's Required in Phoenix

  • No permit required for detached storage sheds 200 square feet or less.
  • Shed must not exceed 8 feet in height if located within 10 feet of a side or rear property line.
  • Must be located in the rear yard and maintain 3-foot minimum setbacks from the primary house.
  • Any shed with electrical wiring, plumbing, or gas requires a permit regardless of size.
  • If over 200 sq ft, the structure must be anchored to a foundation per IBC/IRC standards.
  • A maximum of two detached accessory structures are allowed per single-family lot.

How to Get a Shed Permit in Phoenix

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Step 1: Size Verification

Measure the footprint to see if the 200 sq ft exemption applies.

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Step 2: Check Zoning Overlays

Verify if your lot is in a Historic District which removes the exemption.

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Step 3: Portal Submission

Apply online for an 'Accessory Structure' permit if over size limits.

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Step 4: Fee Payment

Pay the valuation-based permit and plan check fees ($125 minimum).

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Step 5: Inspection

Schedule a final structural inspection once the shed is anchored.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, a 120 sq ft shed is under the 200 sq ft exemption threshold.
Typically 8 feet if near property lines, or up to 15 feet if centered in the yard.
No, Phoenix zoning generally restricts sheds and accessory buildings to the rear yard.