Find official Mohave County, Arizona zoning, building permit, and ordinance links in one place

This page is a simple directory of official public resources for Mohave County, Arizona. It does not interpret rules or provide legal advice. It exists only to help you find the correct county pages quickly.

County: Mohave County, Arizona
Last verified: February 5, 2026
Official county website: https://www.mohave.gov/

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Quick navigation

• Start here
• Primary links
• Common tasks
• Secondary links
• Call script
• Notes

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Start here

If you are unsure which department handles your question, start with Development Services. Planning and zoning and building permits are handled under Development Services divisions.

Planning and zoning (Development Services):
Planning & Zoning Division

Building permits and inspections (Development Services):
Building Division

Permits hub (county overview):
Permits (official hub page)

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Primary links

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Common tasks

I need to know if something requires a building permit
Start with the Building Division

I need zoning rules or land use information
Start with the Planning & Zoning Division

I need the zoning ordinance document
Mohave County Zoning Ordinance (PDF)

I need to apply online or check permit status
Online Permitting Portal (SmartGov)

I need to look up a parcel or map
Start with GIS Maps

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Secondary links

Assessor (parcel records, maps, valuation):
Mohave County Assessor

Recorder (recorded documents and public records):
Mohave County Recorder

Septic and well permitting (Development Services):
Septic & Well Permitting

Floodplain permitting (Flood Control District):
Floodplain Permitting

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Call script

Hi — I have a property in Mohave County and I’m trying to confirm requirements before I do anything.
1) Which department handles this question?
2) Do I need a permit for [brief description]?
3) Which document or page should I read to confirm this?
4) Is there a form, packet, or checklist I should start with?

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Notes

In Mohave County, many zoning and building topics route through Development Services. Planning and zoning are handled under the Planning & Zoning Division. Building permits and inspections are handled under the Building Division. County ordinances are listed under the Clerk of the Board. GIS mapping tools are provided through the GIS Maps page and the county open data hub.

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Frugal Off Grid Land Locator

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Disclaimer: This page is a directory of official public links. It does not provide legal advice and does not interpret regulations. Always confirm details directly with Mohave County.