How much does a building permit cost in King City, OR?

The minimum permit fee is Not located. Fees are calculated as: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed. Plan check fee: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed.

How do I apply for a building permit in King City, OR?

1. Contact King City to confirm whether the project first needs city planning, utility, or CWS review. 2. Complete the official building permit application published by the city. 3. Submit the application, plans, valuation, and contractor information to City Hall. 4. Pay the permit fees requested by the city and any outside-agency fees that apply. 5. Receive permit issuance and follow city or contracted-inspector instructions for inspections. 6. Obtain final approval and any required city closeout.

How long does it take to get a building permit in King City, OR?

Typical processing time is No public timeline located. Thin data..

What work is exempt from building permits in King City, OR?

The following work is generally exempt: Oregon residential permit exemptions may apply to some small detached structures, low fences, and limited finish work.; King City and CWS review may still apply even when a building permit is exempt..

How do I schedule a building inspection in King City, OR?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Confirm directly with City Hall or the assigned inspector.

City Building Permits

King City, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in King City, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Oregon Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

King City publishes official Oregon permit application forms from City Hall but does not provide a robust public building-program landing page. Clean Water Services states that applicants in smaller cities including King City must secure the appropriate CWS permits before obtaining county permits.

Department: City of King City
Address: 15300 SW 116th Avenue, King City, OR 97224
Phone: 503-639-4082
Email: No dedicated building permit email was clearly published in the official permit PDFs reviewed. Thin data.
Website: https://www.ci.king-city.or.us/

Online Permit Portal

Open PDF application intake through City Hall

Platform: PDF application intake through City Hall • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact King City to confirm whether the project first needs city planning, utility, or CWS review.
Complete the official building permit application published by the city.
Submit the application, plans, valuation, and contractor information to City Hall.
Pay the permit fees requested by the city and any outside-agency fees that apply.
Receive permit issuance and follow city or contracted-inspector instructions for inspections.
Obtain final approval and any required city closeout.

Typical processing time: No public timeline located. Thin data.

Source: City of King City

General Requirements

The city's application covers new construction, demolition, additions, alterations, tenant improvements, replacements, repairs, detached accessory structures, multi-family work, and other commercial or industrial work.

Required Documents

Permit application
project description
valuation
owner and applicant contact information
and CCB license information. Plans are required where applicable.

Permit validity: Not clearly stated in the public city material reviewed; Oregon's 180-day baseline is the default unless the local building official states otherwise.
Building code: Not clearly summarized on a current city building page located during this research. Thin data.
Owner-builder: Owners can apply directly on the city form.
Contractor requirements: The city form requires Oregon CCB license information.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Not located
Plan check fee: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed
Permit fee formula: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed
Reinspection fee: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed
Penalty (no permit): Not clearly published in the sources reviewed
Payment note: Confirm directly with City Hall

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Oregon residential permit exemptions may apply to some small detached structures, low fences, and limited finish work.
King City and CWS review may still apply even when a building permit is exempt.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Confirm directly with City Hall or the assigned inspector (other)

Inspection hours: City Hall contact hours were not clearly restated on the permit PDF reviewed
Time windows: City Hall contact hours were not clearly restated on the permit PDF reviewed

Typical inspection sequence: Standard footing, framing, rough-trade, and final sequence depending on scope

Additional Resources

Building code: Not clearly summarized on a current city building page located during this research. Thin data.
Verify contractor license: Oregon CCB License Lookup
Zoning information: View zoning info
Resource
Resource
License lookup guide: Oregon Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Oregon Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Oregon hub: Oregon Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of King City before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

King City Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in King City, OR?: The city's application covers new construction, demolition, additions, alterations, tenant improvements, replacements, repairs, detached accessory structures, multi-family work, and other commercial or industrial work.
How much does a building permit cost in King City, OR?: The minimum permit fee is Not located. Fees are calculated as: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed. Plan check fee: Not clearly published in the sources reviewed.
How do I apply for a building permit in King City, OR?: 1. Contact King City to confirm whether the project first needs city planning, utility, or CWS review. 2. Complete the official building permit application published by the city. 3. Submit the application, plans, valuation, and contractor information to City Hall. 4. Pay the permit fees requested by the city and any outside-agency fees that apply. 5. Receive permit issuance and follow city or contracted-inspector instructions for inspections. 6. Obtain final approval and any required city closeout.
How long does it take to get a building permit in King City, OR?: Typical processing time is No public timeline located. Thin data..
What work is exempt from building permits in King City, OR?: The following work is generally exempt: Oregon residential permit exemptions may apply to some small detached structures, low fences, and limited finish work.; King City and CWS review may still apply even when a building permit is exempt..
How do I schedule a building inspection in King City, OR?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Confirm directly with City Hall or the assigned inspector.

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