Welcome to Salt Lake City Building Permits Office! Our office has staff available to help you through our permitting process via phone (801-535-7968), email.You will need forms for the various permits that are required. Keep in mind, filling out these worksheets and forms is NOT equivalent to applying for a permit. Building permit applications can be submitted through the CityWorks public portal for the MSD. Building Permits - We process applications and review building plans before issuing any permits to ensure compliance with the current building codes. Pick based on the proposed use. And if your basement is finished, count that in your per square foot costs. Thank you for your interest in submitting a Historic Preservation (HP): New Construction application. A landscape plan shall be included for any new construction, addition, or change of use. 4.