Building / Development Permits & Codes

Building Codes

The City of Safford recognizes and follows the following building codes:

• International Building Code 2015
• International Existing Building Code 2015
• International Residential Code 2015
• International Plumbing Code 2015
• International Mechanical Code 2015
• International Fuel Gas Code 2015
• International Fire Code 2015
• National Electrical Code 2014
• ADA Code Americans with Disability Act Standards for Accessible Design
• Swimming Pool Safety Code §ARS 36-1681

A complete set of building code books are available to view in the Building Inspector's office. Please call 928-432-4140 to schedule a time to view these books.

Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria

GROUND SNOW LOAD	WIND DESIGN				SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY	EXPOSURE CATEGORY
	Speed (mph)	Topographic effects	Special Wind Region	Wind-borne Debris Zone
0	115	No	No	No	C	C

SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM			WINTER DESIGN TEMP	ICE BARRIER UNDERLAYMENT REQUIRED	AIR FREEZING INDEX	MEAN ANNUAL TEMP
Weathering	Frost Line Depth	Termite
Negligible	0.5 Inch	Moderate to Heavy	32º	No	1500 or less	62.5º

Office Applications and

Documents

• Action Request Application
• Benefits of Building Permits (Brochure)
• Bond Exemption
• Building Permit Application (Residential or Commercial)
• Building Permit Fee Schedule
• Capacity Fees
• Conditional Use Permit
  
• Contractor License Exceptions for Home Owners
• Development Fee Schedule
• Final Plat Application
• Fire Suppression Water Fees
• Group Home Application
• Home Occupation Use Permit
• Preliminary Plat Application
• Land Split Affidavit
• Landscape & Water Efficiency Brochure
  
• Residential Building Checklist
• Septic System Sizing and Reserve Area Requirements
• Sign Permit Application
• Site Plan Application
• Temporary Use Permit