Building Permits

When Is a Building Permit Required?

• A building permit is required if you erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, convert, or demolish a building or structure. This includes not only building construction or remodeling, but also such things as mobile home placement, wood stove installation, or plumbing modifications.
• Types of Permits:
  • Residential - New Construction / Alterations / Additions
  • Commercial Construction
  • Manufactured / Modular Home
  • Mechanical (fireplaces, stoves, HVAC, propane, plumbing modifications, solar panels)
  • Demolition
  • Re-Roof
  • Sign
  • Wireless Communication Facility
  • Fire Code Operation Permit

When Is a Building Permit NOT Required?

• A building permit is not required for the following residential structures:
  • Single-story detached structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses - under 400 square feet of floor area, 6 feet away from existing buildings, and classified as "U" occupancies. 
    • See 400 sqft Exemption (PDF) for additional information.
  • Fences not over 7 feet high.
  • Retaining walls under 4 feet without a surcharge.
  • Uncovered decks that are 30 inches or less above grade.
  • Prefabricated, above grade swimming pools, less than 24 inches deep and under 5,000 gallon capacity.

Fees

• Planning Department and Plan Review fees are due at time of application submittal
• State Building Code and Building Permit fees are due prior to permit issuance
• Fee Schedule (PDF)
• Payment Methods:
  • Cash 
  • Check - Payable to Clallam County