Gathering Information:

Some of the items that you need to find out about include: wetlands, flood zones, steep slopes, setbacks, allowed uses, erosion control requirements and to obtain a submittal checklist for your specific project. Plan on taking at least half a day for this first visit. As an alternative, here is a list of contact phone numbers for additional information:

Zoning	253-798-3739
Wetland	253-798-3739
Grading & Filling	253-798-3739
Building Code	253-798-3741
Health	253-798-3740
Sewer Utilities	253-798-4050
Fire Prevention	253-798-7179
Pierce County (Washington Only)	1-800-9-2-2456 plus extension # (last four numbers)

Paying Reinspection Fees Online:

You must be a registered user to pay fees on-line.

Step One: If you do not have a login, click here to register.

Step Two: Fill in the appropriate information and click on 'Register'. In about 10 minutes, a password will be sent to your email address.

Step Three: If you are a registered user click here. Enter your password and email address if prompted to 'Login'.

Step Four: Enter the Permit Number you wish to pay the reinspection fee on and Follow the directions. If you have questions regarding this process, contact us at 253-798-3152.

How To Schedule An Inspection Online:

You must be a registered user to schedule inspections on-line.

Step One: If you do not have a login, click here to register.

Step Two: Fill in the appropriate information and click on 'Register'. In about 10 minutes, a password will be sent to your email address.

Step Three: If you are a registered user click here. Enter your password and email address if prompted to 'Login'.

Step Four: Enter the Permit Number you want to schedule an inspection and click 'Search'. Make your selection and follow the instructions.

How to Pay and Pick Up Permits & Plans:

Under construction.

Building Permit Application Checklist:

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS. THESE ITEMS MUST BE IN YOUR POSSESSION WHEN YOU ARE CALLED TO THE COUNTER TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS. ADDITIONAL ITEMS MAY BE IDENTIFIED AND REQUIRED TO CREATE A COMPLETE APPLICATION.

SITE PLAN: Site plan must be drawn 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, well locations and north arrow. Site plans shall be at least 8 ½ inches x 11 inches.

Emergency Vehicle Access Must be clearly identified on site plan. Turning radius outside - 45', inside - 20', aisle width 24', access required within 150' of all portions of the structure. Show 2' contours extending 25' beyond property lines.

CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS: Plans must be drawn to scale, preferred scale is ¼ inch = 1 foot. Dimensions must be noted on the plans. A complete set of drawings shall include: Foundation Plan, Framing plans, Floor plans, Cross sections, Elevations.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CALCULATIONS: Will be required if the structure does not meet conventional construction standards.

ENERGY INFORMATION: Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), energy envelope calculations.

FIRE FLOW/WATER AVAILABILITY: Certificate signed by the water purveyor for fire flow water availability.

SEPTIC APPROVAL OR SEWER PERMIT: Septic application must be submitted to the Tacoma Pierce County Health Dept. Approval is required prior to permit issuance for all single family developments on septic. Sewer permits can be obtained at the Development Center for projects served by sewer.

Note:
CARLS: Critical Area and Resource Land Checklist, available at the Development Center. If you have already received a CARLS checklist you should have all reports, studies or additional information that was requested. The following items may be required if a critical area is identified on the parcel: Flood Study, Geotechnical Study, Mine Assessment, Title Notification, and Wetland Application. See the Submittal Standards for more details.