The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) issues permits for building projects in the city. These materials include applications, instructions, and information related to those permits.
| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Permit application PDF | Use this application to apply for a Building Permit for construction or mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or fire suppression work. | September 13, 2019 | |
| Construction sign requirements PDF | Requirements for informational signs that must be posted at project sites. | March 5, 2019 | |
| Dry and wet chemical extinguishing system data sheet PDF | Include this sheet with a building permit application if the building will including extinguishing systems. | March 5, 2019 | |
| Mechanical/HVAC Design Form PDF | Use this form for an HVAC project in a one- or two-family dwelling or in a townhouse of any size. | December 15, 2019 | |
| Rough-in standard fact sheet PDF | Requirements for rough-ins on building projects that include plumbing, electrical, or fire suppression systems work. | July 30, 2019 | |
| Structural Design Criteria form PDF | Include this form when applying for a building permit that proposes structural work. | September 9, 2019 | |
| Summary of Building Permit Fees 2017 PDF | Tables outlining fees for various types of building permits. | August 7, 2019 | |
| Wall bracing plan notice PDF | Notice about a new requirement for wall bracing plans for projects with wood structures. | March 5, 2019 | |
| Waste Hauler Form PDF | Form for identifying waste hauler for any new construction, addition or alteration projects that require the submission of plans. | December 20, 2019 | |
| Water Flow Test Data Form PDF | Include this form when applying for a fire suppression system permit, to provide the hydrant pressure and flow test data. | March 26, 2020 | |
| Amended Permit Process PDF | Significant changes to work under an approved permit must be amended through L&I. | April 8, 2020 | |
| Make safe permit application – information sheet PDF | This document provides information on applying for a permit to repair a structure that has been marked as unsafe or imminently dangerous. | May 27, 2020 | |
| Rough-in standard fact sheet PDF | Requirements for rough-ins on building projects that include plumbing, electrical, or fire suppression systems work. | May 27, 2020 | |
| Covered Walkways and Barriers – standards PDF | Standard requirements for covered walkways and barriers. | May 27, 2020 |