Parowan building‑permit activity slow in 2025; early 2026 uptick reported
January 08, 2026 | Parowan City Council, Parowan City Council, Parowan , Iron County, Utah
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Keith Naylor, Parowan City building inspector, presented the department’s annual permit data to the Planning & Zoning Commission on Jan. 7.
Naylor said the city issued 46 residential permits in the past year, seven of which were for new single‑family homes. He described 2025 as a "uniquely slow year" for residential construction compared with earlier years (16 new single‑family permits in 2024; 20 in 2023; 27 in 2022). Total permit fees collected for the period were $118,611.
Naylor said that since taking over some responsibilities in October he has already issued five single‑family permits for 2026 and that early indicators — calls and emails to the office — suggest a busier year ahead. The commission asked for a louder microphone and follow‑up detail for the council meeting where the building‑permit fee schedule will be discussed.
The report was informational; no action was taken.
Naylor said the city issued 46 residential permits in the past year, seven of which were for new single‑family homes. He described 2025 as a "uniquely slow year" for residential construction compared with earlier years (16 new single‑family permits in 2024; 20 in 2023; 27 in 2022). Total permit fees collected for the period were $118,611.
Naylor said that since taking over some responsibilities in October he has already issued five single‑family permits for 2026 and that early indicators — calls and emails to the office — suggest a busier year ahead. The commission asked for a louder microphone and follow‑up detail for the council meeting where the building‑permit fee schedule will be discussed.
The report was informational; no action was taken.
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