Bothell, WA — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Permit Center

Street address

City of Bothell, Bothell, WA

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Bothell. Note: Bothell spans King and Snohomish Counties; requirements may vary by location within the city.

Online portal

MyBuildingPermit.com

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Bothell Permit Center ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Bothell

A building permit is required for most construction in the City of Bothell.

Note: Standard Washington State Building Code exemptions apply with local amendments as adopted.

Required documents

Completed application
Plans and specifications
Submittal checklists (project-type specific)

Building code: New Zoning Codes effective January 1, 2025 (2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update). 2021 Codes effective March 15, 2024, with Washington amendments.
Contractor requirements: All contractors and subcontractors must obtain Bothell business license endorsement through WA State Department of Revenue. All contractors must be registered with Washington State L&I.

Source: Permit Center ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Varies by project complexity and permit type.

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All permit and land use applications accepted online through MyBuildingPermit.com.
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Review submittal checklists on Applications and Forms page.
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Submit application with required documents.
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Pay fees.
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Plan review conducted by Permit Center.
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Permit issuance upon approval.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity and permit type.

Source: Permit Center ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Bothell building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Fees based on project valuation.

Contact Permit Center for fee estimates. Split jurisdiction (King and Snohomish County portions) means different rules may apply depending on location within the city.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

MyBuildingPermit.com portal (online)

Typical sequence: Required inspections vary by project. Approved plans must be on-site during inspections.

Source: Permit Center ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Bothell permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Bothell, WA? ▸

A building permit is required for most construction in the City of Bothell.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Bothell, WA? ▸

Building permit fees in Bothell, WA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees based on project valuation..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bothell, WA? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Bothell, WA, follow these steps: 1. All permit and land use applications accepted online through MyBuildingPermit.com. 2. Review submittal checklists on Applications and Forms page. 3. Submit application with required documents. 4. Pay fees. 5. Plan review conducted by Permit Center. 6. Permit issuance upon approval.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Bothell, WA? ▸

Building permit processing times in Bothell, WA typically run Varies by project complexity and permit type.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bothell, WA? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bothell, WA via: MyBuildingPermit.com portal.

last verified April 2026 source Permit Center ↗ entry id permits/washington/snohomish/bothell

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Permit Center before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of Bothell

Other jurisdictions in Snohomish County.