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Building Department

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1. Do I need a general contractor for my home project?

You do not need a general contractor for your project if you are the owner of the property and the work being completed will be used for your personal, non-commercial, non-public use. Homes under LLC ownership or rental properties require a general contractor.

2. Do sub-contractors need to apply for their own permits?

No, you will be issued a single permit that includes the entire scope of work for your project.

3. Do I need a permit to replace my water heater or furnace?

Yes, a permit is required to replace your water heater or furnace.

4. My application was denied. How do I find out why?

If your application has been denied an email will be sent to you stating the reason for denial and the next steps that need to be taken. You can also see the status of your permit by visiting out contractor portal.

5. How do I know the results of my inspection?

The inspector will send you an email with the results of your inspection. You can also check the status on the contractor portal.

6. My property has been issued a notice of non-compliance, what do I do?

There are several reasons that a notice of non-compliance can be issued on a property. Please call the building department so we can look up your notice specifically and determine what course of action is best to remove the notice.

7. When I request an inspection online, am I automatically scheduled?

No, these are requests only. Once your inspection has been scheduled you will receive a conformation email confirming your request.

8. What happens if I do not obtain a permit for my project?

If your project requires a building permit and you no not obtain one a stop work order may be placed on your property and your building permit fees may be doubled due to working without a permit.

9. What happens if I do not follow a stop work order?

If you are issued a stop work order and you do not comply, a notice of non-compliance may be issued on your property and you may be required to expose any work that is regulated by the building code.

10. Can I live in my home before receiving a certificate of occupancy?

No, you may not move in and/or live in your home until the building department issues a certificate of occupancy.

11. What type of professional licenses are required for contractors to do work?

All contractors are required to obtain a contractor’s license with the State of Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. You may visit their website to search for licenses.  

12. Can the building department notice, condemn, or demolish an unsafe house or structure?

Yes, Millcreek has adopted the 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. This code allows the city to take certain action on unsafe structures.

13. Do I need a permit to build a fence?

Only fences over 7’ high require a permit.

14. How large can I build a shed without needing a permit?

Sheds that are not over 200 square feet do not require a permit. However, all sheds, regardless of size, require an approval from planning and zoning.

15. Do you process over the counter permits?

No, we do not process over the counter permits. We do give priority to smaller projects and process them quickly.

16. Do I need to test for asbestos and lead paint along with my remodel?

Yes, the State of Utah requires all construction projects to test for asbestos and lead based paint. Please see the Department of Environmental Quality and the Salt Lake County Health Department for more information.

17. Does landscaping require a permit?

No, landscaping does not require a building permit. However, if you are planning on changing the grade of your lot more than 10”, a land disturbance permit is required from the Public works/Engineering Department.

18. Do I need a demolition permit before I start my project?

If you are removing the roof, floor system, bearing walls or exterior walls a separate demolition permit is required. Some exceptions can be made to smaller projects. Please call the building department and ask about your specific project.

19. Do I need to contact the public utility companies and notify them of my project?

If your project consists of a new building or you are adding square footage to an existing building, you are required to contact the utility companies to confirm that service can be provided.

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Business Licenses

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1. HOW CAN I RENEW MY BUSINESS LICENSE?

Online - at https://portal.iworq.net/millcreekut/entities/1101

By Mail -  Mail payment to Millcreek Attn: Business Licensing 3330 S 1300 E, Millcreek, UT 84106.

In person - At Millcreek City Hall located at 3330 S 1300 E, Millcreek, UT 84106

2. I DIDN'T RECEIVE A COURTESY RENEWAL NOTICE FOR MY BUSINESS LICENSE. DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY MY LATE FEES?

Yes. Regardless of receipt of the renewal notice the business is responsible to maintain a valid City business license.

3. I NEED A BUSINESS LICENSE, WHAT IS THE PROCESS?

When a completed online application is submitted, a payment link will be sent to the email address provided on the application. Once all fees are paid the application will be forwarded to the Planning Department for review and approval. After receiving Plannings approval a checklist will be emailed outlining which departments must be contacted to inspect and approve your business location before a business license can be issued. 

All application are available online at https://www.iworq.net/iworq/0_external/pages/web_forms/millcreekutportal.html.

4. I APPLIED FOR A BUSINESS LICENSE CAN I CONDUCT BUSINESS WHILE I WAIT FOR MY LICENSE TO BE APPROVED?

“Unless exempted by state or federal law, it is unlawful for any person to engage in or operate any business in the city, or to use any property for such business, without first obtaining the required license from the city. Independent contractors are required to obtain their own business license.”  Read More...

5. WHAT IF MY APPLICATION IS DENIED?

If at any time a license or renewal is denied under the provisions of this chapter, it shall thereafter be unlawful for any person to engage in or carry on or operate or use or permit to be operated or used, any property for any business with respect to which the license or renewal has been denied, until a license or renewal shall be granted by the city council upon appeal. Read More...

6. WHAT IF I OPERATE MY BUSINESS WITHOUT A BUSINESS LICENSE?

Any business owner operating without a valid City business license shall be deemed guilty of a Class B Misdemeanor. Read More...

7. I AM MOVING MY BUSINESS IN MILLCREEK TO A NEW LOCATION IN MILLCREEK. DO I NEED A NEW BUSINESS LICENSE FOR THE NEW LOCATION?

Yes. When your business license is issued it is issued to the address on your application, there moving to a new address void your business license. Moving to a new location will require you to submit a new application so new inspections & a new license can be issued. 

8. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO IF I AM CLOSING MY BUSINESS OR MOVING MY MILLCREEK BUSINESS TO ANOTHER CITY?

If you are relocating your business out of Millcreek please complete our "Request to Close Business License Account" form. This form can be handed in at City Hall or emailed to Business License Administrator.

9. WHY IS A RENTAL BUSINESS LICENSE REQUIRED?

The City receives many complaints from neighbors of rental property and issues have also been observed by Unified Police and City Code Inspectors which, in turn, expends more city resources to enforce ordinances; therefore, the City is requiring that all rentals be registered for ease of finding the owner and requesting code compliance.

10. WHAT IF MY RENTAL HOME DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS ON THE AFFIDAVIT?

You will be required to bring your rental into compliance with the minimum requirements listed on the Affidavit. If you cannot meet these minimum requirements, you may not use your home as a rental.

11. DO I NEED A LICENSE FOR EACH RENTAL PROPERTY?

Yes. Each dwelling unit is required to be licensed. If more than one dwelling unit is on a single parcel (such as a duplex), only one business license is required.

12. WILL THE CITY INSPECT MY RENTAL HOME?

Yes. The City will schedule an inspection of your home at some point within the coming year.

13. DO I NEED A BUSINESS LICENSE IF I AM RENTING TO A FAMILY MEMBER?

No. If you are allowing a family member to live in your home at little or no rent, no business license is required.

14. DO I NEED A BUSINESS LICENSE FOR SOMEONE IS HOUSE-SITTING UNTIL I RETURN TO MY HOME?

No. If you have a house-sitter occupying your home while you are away for little or no rent, no business license is required.

15. DO I NEED A BUSINESS LICENSE IF I DON'T CHARGE RENT FOR MY HOME OR IF I ONLY RENT A ROOM IN MY HOME?

No. If you are not charging rent or if you have a single boarder in your home, no business license is required.

16. DO I NEED A BUSINESS LICENSE IF I RENT OUT MY BASEMENT?

o Yes. If your zoning allows for two-family dwellings (duplexes) and you have a legal duplex and you rent one unit or both, a business license is required. 

o No. If you have converted your basement or some other living space into a dwelling unit and are renting that space, and a secondary dwelling unit is not permitted per your zoning regulations, you may be out of compliance with city codes. You may not rent an illegal dwelling unit.

17. HOW MANY TENANTS MAY RENT MY HOUSE? WHAT PARKING SPACES ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH?

o One family – each person must be related by blood, marriage or adoption, and including up to 3 unrelated people; must have at least 2 off-street parking spaces (9’x18’) – Code 19.80.030 & 040. 

o One to four unrelated persons living together; each person owning a motor vehicle must have a lawful off-street parking space (9’x18’) – Code 19.04.230 and 19.80.030.

18. WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR RENWAL?

An annual renewal is required. Within 30 days of the expiration of your business license, you will be required to renew your license. The process will be completed online at www.millcreek.us.

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Planning

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1. What zone is my property in?

Click on our maps tab and visit our zoning map. You can search which zone you're in and find out what it means.

2. How do I build a garage or shed on my property?

Please refer to our Residential Zone Fact Sheet to see details about how to build garages and sheds on your property. 

3. What can I build on my property?

Once you find out what your property is zoned visit Title 19 of the Millcreek Zoning Ordinance to see what uses and structures are allowed in that zone. A link to the ordinance can be found on our Community Development homepage.