Cashmere, WA Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Cashmere.

Department

City Hall

Address

101 Woodring Street, Cashmere, WA 98815

Phone

(509) 782-3513

Website

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Obtain permit application forms from City Hall (101 Woodring Street, Cashmere, WA 98815)
2. Prepare a subsurface wastewater disposal permit (if the structure will have pressurized water), in compliance with Washington State Plumbing Code
3. Prepare a site plan drawn to approximate scale showing lot measurements, all buildings, setbacks, disposal fields, abutting streets/ways, and existing/proposed parking
4. Provide a clear statement of the intended use of the property
5. Assign a 911 address for the property
6. Obtain access/driveway permit if required
7. Obtain any required State or Federal permits
8. Submit completed application and all supporting documents in person or by mail to City Hall
9. Pay application fee (fee schedule determined by City Council)

Typical processing time: Varies; contact City Hall for processing timeframes.

Source: City Hall

General Requirements

Building permits are required for construction and alterations within the City of Cashmere.

Required Documents

• Completed building permit application
• Subsurface wastewater disposal permit (if applicable)
• Site plan drawn to approximate scale
• Clear statement of intended property use
• Assigned 911 address
• Access/driveway permit (if required)
• State or Federal permits (if required)

Building code

Building codes as adopted by Washington State Building Code Council

Contractor requirements

Contractor registration with Washington State Department of Labor and Industries required.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Fees determined by City Council resolution. No published fee schedule available.

Payment note

All fees must be paid in full at City Hall before permit issuance. No permit shall be issued until all costs are paid.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• (509) 782-3513 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Contact City Hall to schedule inspections.

Inspection hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (or as posted)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections are conducted by building inspector appointed by City Hall.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Building codes as adopted by Washington State Building Code Council
• Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
• License lookup guide: Washington Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Washington Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Washington hub: Washington Contractor License & Permit Hub

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