Interior Commercial Remodel

This checklist provides the list of individual documents that are required for a complete application for commercial projects.

This form is required for all commercial building projects along with specific site and project data.

A site plan is required. Draw site plan to scale, not less than 1-inch=100-feet, show all property corners, existing and proposed structures, adjacent roads, all storage tank locations, all easements, utility locations, and north arrow.

Plans shall include specifications, code analysis and statement of use, engineering calculations, diagrams, soil investigation reports, hazardous materials inventory statement (HMIS), special inspection and structural observation programs, deferred submittal information, architect/engineer stamp, and base plan work sheet. Include mechanical drawings, plumbing drawings, fire protection drawings, and energy code compliance information with the construction drawings.

Commercial additions that propose more than 500 square feet of new impervious may require a site development permit. The purpose of this permit is to assure that the applicant controls erosion, pollution, and stormwater runoff during and after construction.

Submit required WSEC Building Envelope, Lighting Summary, and Mechanical Summary forms that apply to your project.

A certificate of water availability and water system vicinity map must be signed by the water purveyor for fire flow water availability.

Food plan review is required for all schools, pools, camps, and food services establishments. Contact the Tacoma Pierce County Health Department directly prior to submitting this application. Food establishments must be connected to an approved public water system.

All commercial businesses proposing to renovate, remodel, expand, or occupy existing tenant spaces, or construct new buildings which will be connected to the Pierce County sanitary sewer system must obtain Pretreatment Review approval prior to being issued a sewer service permit, building permit or, occupying the space.

Submit this application to Tacoma Pierce County Health Department for on-site sewage systems. Contact Tacoma Pierce County Health Department to determine the level of review for a Remodel Project Requirements.

This is a letter indicating proof of water availability. It is reviewed by the Tacoma Pierce County Health Department for projects that require a drinking water source.

Tacoma Pierce County Health Department application to inspect your water source.

A map drawn to scale that shows all existing and proposed plumbing plans.