Provo Utah Deck, Fence, and Retaining Wall Permit Guide

Provo deck, fence, and retaining-wall projects can require site plans, structural plans, elevations, stair details, and zoning review for fence restrictions before building approval.

Permit takeaway

Provo deck applications require a building permit, site plan with setbacks, structural plans, elevations, stair detail, attached-deck floor plans, and stormwater documentation when applicable.

Zoning and placement

Provo tells homeowners to contact the Zoning Division for fence restrictions, and fences over seven feet require building permit review with engineered stamped plans.

Building and trade review

Fence applications over seven feet require a site plan, engineered stamped fence plans showing height, footings or post size, and wind resistance.

Call before applying when

Call before building an attached deck, elevated deck, tall fence, masonry wall, retaining wall, or any project in a historic area.

Documents to prepare

• Site plan with setbacks
• Structural plans
• Elevations
• Stair detail
• Engineered fence plans when required

Inspection planning

• Check zoning restrictions
• Submit building permit documents
• Keep plans drawn to scale
• Schedule footing or framing inspections when required
• Complete final inspection

Official sources

• Provo Building Permits
• Provo Residential Projects
• Provo Project Requirements

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.