Building Inspection

Our Building Department manages all building permit review and construction activity to safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare by assuring compliance with the Town's adopted construction codes.

The Town has adopted the following Codes:

  • International Building Code, 2012 Edition, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 544
  • International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2012 Edition, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 545
  • Town of Jerome Administrative Code, 2003 Edition, as set forth in Ordinance 358
  • International Plumbing Code, 2012 Edition,including Appendices B, C, D and E, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 547
  • National Electrical Code, 2011 Edition, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 548
  • International Mechanical Code, 2012 Edition, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 546
  • International Fuel Gas Code, 2012 Edition, including Appendices A, B, C and D, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 549
  • International Property Maintenance Code, 2012 Edition, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 550
  • Appendix 33 of the Uniform Building Code, 1997 Edition, as the Grading Ordinance for Jerome, as set forth in Ordinance 358
  • International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, including Appendixes B, C, D, E, F and G, with amendments as set forth in Resolution 536

Contact Info

Barry Wolstencroft
Building Inspector
(928) 634-7943
b.wolstencroft@jerome.az.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

What Projects Require Building Permits?

The following information is intended as a guide for home owners and does not include all projects that require permits. Please contact the building department if you have questions about the need for a permit for your project.

  • Detached structures over 144 sq ft
  • Room additions
  • Patio covers
  • Retaining walls exceeding 4’
  • Fences exceeding 6’ 
  • Swimming pools &  spas
  • Gas lines
  • Porch enclosures
  • Carport enclosure
  • Window replacement – when size is altered
  • Re-roofing
  • Interior / exterior wall removal or installs
  • Drywall
  • Plumbing fixtures to be added or relocated
  • Water system re-piping
  • Electrical panel change outs
  • Electrical updates / rewires
  • Photovoltaic systems
  • Fireplace installations
  • Lath for stucco systems 
  • Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing for detached structures less than 144 sq ft