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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Entiat
Building permits required for most construction projects within the City of Entiat.
Note: Contact City Hall to determine specific exemptions. Generally, work exempt per Section 105 of IRC/IBC applies.
- Building permit application with legal description and street address
- Contractor information
- Vicinity map
- Site drawings
- Building plans (blueprints required for full residence or business building)
- Building code
- Current edition International Building Code (IBC) with WA State amendments (WAC Title 51); International Residential Code (IRC) with WA amendments; International Mechanical Code; Uniform Plumbing Code; International Fire Code; Washington State Energy Code; Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code; Washington State Historic Building Code
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors and sub-contractors must have a current Entiat City Business License and be registered as required by Washington State.
Application process
Typical processing: Varies; contact City Hall for processing timeframes.
- 01 Obtain Building Permit Application Packet from Document Archives on the city website (Archives, Forms & Documents link)
- 02 Prepare a vicinity map showing all platted lots within 500 feet, adjacent streets, north arrow, and subject lot highlighted
- 03 Prepare site drawings showing all property lines, roads/alleys abutting property, all proposed and existing buildings with setbacks, relation with adjacent property, driveways, utility lines, and overall dimensions
- 04 Prepare building plans with sufficient drawings to indicate structural materials and assembly (blueprints required for full residence or business building construction)
- 05 Gather contractor information and legal description/street address of proposed project property
- 06 Submit completed application and all supporting documents to Entiat City Hall in person or by mail
- 07 Schedule pre-application meeting (required for Type II or Type III permit processes)
- 08 City Clerk-Treasurer reviews application and provides to building inspector
- 09 Building inspector reviews for compliance with local zoning and building codes; if zoning questions arise, inspector notifies clerk-treasurer and applicant
- 10 Inspector makes notes on plans to inform applicant of requirements
- 11 Applicant obtains permit by payment of appropriate fees at City Hall upon approval by building inspector
Typical processing time: Varies; contact City Hall for processing timeframes.
Fee schedule
Entiat building permit fees
All fees must be paid in full at City Hall before permit issuance.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (509) 784-1500 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Contact City Hall at (509) 784-1500 to schedule inspections. For subdivision, commercial, and right-of-way development, prior notice to public works required.
Typical sequence: For subdivision, commercial, and right-of-way development, City of Entiat Public Works conducts inspections. Critical inspection stages include: Preconstruction Conference (3 working days' notice), Clearing and Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Control (1 working day), Utility and Storm Drainage Installation (1 working day), Utility and Storm Drainage Backfill and Compaction (1 working day), Subgrade Completion (1 working day), Curb and Sidewalk work (1 working day), Crushed Surfacing (1 working day), Paving (3 working days), and Structural (3 working days for critical stages).
Frequently asked
Common questions about Entiat permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Entiat, WA? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Entiat, WA? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Entiat, WA? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Entiat, WA? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Entiat, WA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City Clerk-Treasurer / Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.