City of Runaway Bay

Runaway Bay code includes a full building permit program and separate permit/inspection controls for building, electrical, plumbing, and related work.

Building code

Runaway Bay code incorporates current adopted building-code references in its fee and inspection provisions, but the full public code-adoption list did not surface on the city website pages reviewed.

Permit validity

Main-building construction, alteration, and remodeling must be completed within 6 months from permit issuance; fencing and accessory buildings within 90 days. If not completed, a new application and permit are required.

Contractor requirements

Prime contractors applying for a contractor's license pay $100 initial and $50 renewal under the city fee schedule.

1. 01
   Use the city's permits and applications page to locate the required permit form.
2. 02
   Complete the appropriate permit application.
3. 03
   Submit the application to the city.
4. 04
   Pay applicable permit and plan-review fees.
5. 05
   Complete inspections and obtain CO where applicable.

Source: City of Runaway Bay ↗

Existing-building certificate of occupancy fee is $50; new-construction CO is included in the building permit fee.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

Typical sequence: Permit and inspection program is code-based and varies by permit type.