Demolition permit in Glendale, AZ
We couldn't confirm this from Glendale's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Read 35.6.214 (historic demolition restraint), with 25-73/25-75 and adopted 2024 IBC/IRC
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale | — | Yes | Plan on a demolition permit to tear down a structure or p… |
| Avondale | 17 mi | Yes | Demolishing a structure or part of one requires a permit … |
| Tempe | 18 mi | Yes | Tearing down a structure or part of one needs a permit. D… |
| Scottsdale | 22 mi | Yes | You need a demolition permit before you tear down a build… |
| El Paso | 354 mi | Yes | Tearing down a building or structure, or any part of one,… |
| Amarillo | 601 mi | Yes | You need a demolition permit from the building official b… |
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Questions people ask
How much does a demolition permit cost in Glendale?
The code does not print a dollar amount. Glendale sets permit fees by City Council resolution (Sec. 2-3, Appendix B).. Valuation-based fees mean the number depends on what the job is worth, so the department quotes it when you apply.
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Glendale can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.