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Frequently Asked Questions
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Additions, Remodels and Repairs
Questions about these smaller project types.
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Building Inspections
Questions about the inspection process for Building Permits.
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Building Permits
Questions about Building Permit requirements and the process.
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Bulkheads, Fences and Retaining Walls
Questions specific to these types of projects.
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Cargo Container Storage
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Chickens, Livestock and Pets
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Credits, Fees and Refunds
Questions about how we handle crediting or refunding fees.
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Critical Areas, Fish & Wildlife and Wetlands
Questions related to projects that have special environmental related constraints.
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Driveway Permits
Questions related to permitting a driveway or road approach.
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Environmental or SEPA
Questions related to the environmental review and/or the SEPA process.
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Financial Guarantees
Questions about working with and bonding parts of a project.
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Flood
Questions related to projects or properties that are in a flood area.
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Garages, Sheds and Decks
Questions related to these specific project types.
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Gate Permits
Questions about the requirements and permitting of gates that cross roads and/or driveways.
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General Information
General questions.
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Height & Setbacks
Questions about building height and setback requirements.
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Historic Preservation
Questions about historic preservation and the possible impacts to a project.
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Home Occupation
Questions about running a business from a house.
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Land Division
Questions about subdividing or platting property.
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Land Use / Zoning
Questions about allowable uses and zoning.
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Mechanical / Plumbing
Questions about mechanical and plumbing permits.
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Online Permits Website
Questions about using our Online Permits website.
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Recording Documents
Questions about recording documents.
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Site Development
Questions about the processing and requirements to obtain a Site Development Permit.
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Site Development Inspections
Questions about the inspection process on Site Development Permits.
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Swimming Pools
Questions about the permit and construction requirements for swimming pools.
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Tiny Homes
Questions about Tiny Homes and permit requirements.
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Call (253) 798-3739
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
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Contact Us
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Melanie Halsan
Assistant Director
Planning and Land Services
2401 S. 35th St. #2
Tacoma, WA 98409
Development Center Hours:
Monday – Friday
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
All Other Sections:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.