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City of Camas

How to apply for a building permit in City of Camas, Washington. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Min. permit fee
$36.00
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Camas Community Development Department - Building Division

Street address
616 NE Fourth Avenue, Camas, WA 98607
Phone
360-817-1568
Email
permits@cityofcamas.us
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Camas.
Online portal
Online Permitting
Online
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Camas

A building permit is required for all construction work within the City of Camas.

One-story detached accessory buildings under 200 sq ft (no plumbing/electrical)
  • Exempt One-story detached accessory buildings under 200 sq ft (no plumbing/electrical)

Note: Certain agricultural buildings and temporary structures (specific conditions apply) may be exempt. Contact Building Division to verify specific exemptions.

Required documents
  • Completed building permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction plans (drawn to scale on substantial paper)
  • Engineering calculations (stamped by WA licensed engineer)
  • WA State Energy Code Compliance Form
  • Erosion control plan
Building code
2021 International Building Code (IBC) with Washington Amendments, 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Washington Amendments, 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) with Washington Amendments, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Washington Amendments, 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Washington Amendments, 2021 Washington State Energy Code. Effective March 15, 2024.
Contractor requirements
Separate permits required: Building Permit (City of Camas), Plumbing Permit (City of Camas), Mechanical Permit (City of Camas), Electrical Permit (WA State L&I), Fire Sprinkler Permit (City of Camas), Fire Alarm Permit (City of Camas). Professional preparation required for buildings 4,000+ sq ft or 5+ residential units.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Pre-application consultation (recommended).
  2. 02
    Submit application with required documents: completed building permit application, site plan, construction plans (drawn to scale), engineering calculations (stamped by WA licensed engineer), WA State Energy Code Compliance Form, erosion control plan.
  3. 03
    Pay plan review fee (65% of estimated permit fee).
  4. 04
    Plan review by Building Division.
  5. 05
    Permit issuance upon approval and payment.
  6. 06
    Schedule inspections.

Source: City of Camas Community Development Department - Building Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2025

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$36.00
02
Plan check fee
65% of Building Permit Fee
03
Permit fee formula
Tiered scale: $1-$500: $36.00; $501-$2,000: $36.00 + $5.00 per $100; $2,001-$25,000: $110.00 + $22.00 per $1,000; $25,001-$50,000: $603.00 + $15.00 per $1,000; $50,001-$100,000: $979.00 + $11.00 per $1,000; $100,001-$500,000: $1,544.00 + $9.00 per $1,000; $500,001-$1,000,000: $5,064.00 + $8.00 per $1,000; $1,000,001+: $8,835.00 + $6.00 per $1,000
04
Reinspection fee
$105.00 per hour (minimum 2 hours)

Impact Fees: School Impact Fee (Single Family): $6,432.62; School Impact Fee (Multi-Family): $3,753.39; School Impact Fee (ADU Internal): 25% of single family rate; School Impact Fee (ADU External): 35% of single family rate. Washington State Surcharge: Per RCW 19.27.85

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Inspection Line: 360-834-8860 (press 2) (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday during business hours

Typical sequence: Required inspections: Foundation, Framing, Plumbing rough-in, Mechanical rough-in, Insulation, Drywall, Final inspection

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Camas permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Camas, WA? ▸
A building permit is required for all construction work within the City of Camas.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Camas, WA? ▸
Building permit fees in Camas, WA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $36.00. Fees are calculated as: Tiered scale: $1-$500: $36.00; $501-$2,000: $36.00 + $5.00 per $100; $2,001-$25,000: $110.00 + $22.00 per $1,000; $25,001-$50,000: $603.00 + $15.00 per $1,000; $50,001-$100,000: $979.00 + $11.00 per $1,000; $100,001-$500,000: $1,544.00 + $9.00 per $1,000; $500,001-$1,000,000: $5,064.00 + $8.00 per $1,000; $1,000,001+: $8,835.00 + $6.00 per $1,000. Plan check fee: 65% of Building Permit Fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Camas, WA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Camas, WA, follow these steps: 1. Pre-application consultation (recommended). 2. Submit application with required documents: completed building permit application, site plan, construction plans (drawn to scale), engineering calculations (stamped by WA licensed engineer), WA State Energy Code Compliance Form, erosion control plan. 3. Pay plan review fee (65% of estimated permit fee). 4. Plan review by Building Division. 5. Permit issuance upon approval and payment. 6. Schedule inspections.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Camas, WA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Camas, WA. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory buildings under 200 sq ft (no plumbing/electrical). Note: Certain agricultural buildings and temporary structures (specific conditions apply) may be exempt. Contact Building Division to verify specific exemptions. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Camas, WA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Camas, WA via: Inspection Line: 360-834-8860 (press 2).
last verified April 2026 source City of Camas Community Development Department - Building Division ↗ entry id permits/washington/clark/camas
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