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How long does it take to get a refund?: It usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks for an approved refund. Refunds must be approved by each section or department that pertains to the Application. If refund is denied, the requester will receive correspondence with the explanation of denial.

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PPW Development Center - Credits / Fees / Refunds

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1. How do I pay my fees using the Online Permit website?

Pay Permit Fees Online

Go to piercecountywa.gov/permit and click Permit Search.
Enter your Application/Permit number and click Search.
Click the orange “I want to…” button and select Pay Fees.
If you haven’t already, log in to your existing account or set up a new account.
Under Select an Amount to Pay, select minimum or total amount due.
Check the boxes for the permits you will be paying for today
Click Pay Balance to continue to the secure payment site.

2. How do I request a refund of my application/permit fees?: Complete the Refund Request Form. If you have any questions regarding your request please call us at (253) 798-2619.

3. There may be duplicate credit card payments for the same application, what happens next?: Accounting will void the duplicate payment if notified the same day charge is made. A credit will be processed if we are notified the following day.

4. Can you redeposit the check that I wrote to Pierce County if it came back as a non-sufficient fund check?: No. We must have a check from a different bank account or payment by credit card (in the lobby or online).

5. Can you hold the check that we pay at the Development Center cash register?: No, we deposit it the following day.

6. How long does it take to get a refund?: It usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks for an approved refund. Refunds must be approved by each section or department that pertains to the Application. If refund is denied, the requester will receive correspondence with the explanation of denial.

7. Why have I not received my refund for School Impact Fees?: All refund requests for school fees are sent to the school district listed on your application. Refund checks will come from the school district and not from Pierce County. For any questions about your school fees, please contact the school district.

8. What is the status of my Traffic Impact Fee (TIF) refund?: Please call (253) 798-7250 or visit piercecountywa.gov/tif.