Frequently Asked Questions

Additions, Remodels and Repairs

Questions about these smaller project types.

Building Inspections

Questions about the inspection process for Building Permits.

Building Permits

Questions about Building Permit requirements and the process.

Bulkheads, Fences and Retaining Walls

Questions specific to these types of projects.

Cargo Container Storage

Chickens, Livestock and Pets

Credits, Fees and Refunds

Questions about how we handle crediting or refunding fees.

Critical Areas, Fish & Wildlife and Wetlands

Questions related to projects that have special environmental related constraints.

Driveway Permits

Questions related to permitting a driveway or road approach.

Environmental or SEPA

Questions related to the environmental review and/or the SEPA process.

Financial Guarantees

Questions about working with and bonding parts of a project.

Flood

Questions related to projects or properties that are in a flood area.

Garages, Sheds and Decks

Questions related to these specific project types.

Gate Permits

Questions about the requirements and permitting of gates that cross roads and/or driveways.

General Information

General questions.

Height & Setbacks

Questions about building height and setback requirements.

Historic Preservation

Questions about historic preservation and the possible impacts to a project.

Home Occupation

Questions about running a business from a house.

Land Division

Questions about subdividing or platting property.

Land Use / Zoning

Questions about allowable uses and zoning.

Mechanical / Plumbing

Questions about mechanical and plumbing permits.

Online Permits Website

Questions about using our Online Permits website.

Recording Documents

Questions about recording documents.

Site Development

Questions about the processing and requirements to obtain a Site Development Permit.

Site Development Inspections

Questions about the inspection process on Site Development Permits.

Swimming Pools

Questions about the permit and construction requirements for swimming pools.

Tiny Homes

Questions about Tiny Homes and permit requirements.