01.070 Building Codes and Permits

A. Adoption of Building Codes. The adoption and enforcement of building codes serves the public interest by providing for the inspection of structures for structural stability, fire resistance, adequate ventilation and other safety and sanitary features. B. Building Permit Required. Construction or removal of any building or structure or any part thereof, including all structures or uses of which plans have been approved as part of a zoning district amendment, site plan, subdivision plat, or conditional use permit, shall not be commenced, or proceeded with, until a building permit is obtained from the City’s Chief Building Official. C. Code Compliance. All structures shall comply with the requirements of the International Building Code, as adopted by the City, excluding manufactured homes. D. Issuance of Building Permits Prior to Completion and Acceptance of Required Improvements. Building permits may be issued for construction in subdivisions and other projects prior to the completion and acceptance by the City of the required public improvements provided, however, that no building permit may be issued until adequate financial assurance has been provided for completion of such improvements as approved by the City. In such cases, the Chief Building Official may require that the applicant for a building permit sign a statement indicating: 1. the applicant is aware of the terms of the bond or escrow account established to guarantee completion of required improvements to the satisfaction of the City; 2. the applicant releases Lehi City from all liability for the installation, maintenance, or repair of the required improvements until the same have been completed and accepted by the City; and 3. the applicant assumes all risk in connection with construction on the subject property. E. Guarantees. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant may be required to post a bond or provide other financial security in such form and sum as the City Council shall determine, with sufficient surety running to the City to offset any costs or expenses associated with the abatement of debris and material associated with construction activities on and off the site.