Driveway permit in Scottsdale, AZ
We couldn't confirm this from Scottsdale'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 47-46 (prohibited and limited encroachments in the right-of-way)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale | — | — | No size threshold in the code |
| Mesa | 21 mi | Depends | Over 30 in above grade |
| Cottonwood | 74 mi | Depends | Over 30 |
| Bullhead City | 183 mi | Depends | A sidewalk or driveway on private property is exempt from… |
| El Paso | 340 mi | Depends | Over 30 in above grade |
| San Antonio | 837 mi | Depends | Over 30 in above grade |
Other work in Scottsdale
Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Scottsdale 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.