Washougal, WA Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Washougal.

Department

City of Washougal Community Development - Building Division

Address

211 39th Street, Washougal, WA 98671

Phone

360-835-8501 ext. 611

Email

Permitting@cityofwashougal.us

Website

https://www.cityofwashougal.us/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Submit application (two sets) with required documents: completed application form, diagrams, engineering calculations, plans (to scale on substantial paper), soil investigation reports (if applicable), specifications, special inspection/structural observation programs (if required).
2. Drop off at Washougal Permit Center (1701 C Street) or email to Permitting@cityofwashougal.us.
3. Multi-department review (Building, Planning, Engineering, Fire as applicable).
4. Permit issuance when approved.
5. Schedule inspections.

Typical processing time: Permit applications expire if not issued within 180 days; one 180-day extension available upon written request

Source: City of Washougal Community Development - Building Division

General Requirements

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

Required Documents

• Completed application form (two sets)
• Diagrams
• Engineering calculations
• Plans (to scale, substantial paper)
• Soil investigation reports (if applicable)
• Specifications
• Special inspection/structural observation programs (if required)

Permit validity

Application expires if not issued within 180 days; one 180-day extension available upon written request

Building code

2015/2018 International Building Code with Washington Amendments, International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, International Fire Code, Washington State Energy Code

Contractor requirements

Washington State L&I contractor registration required. Electrical permits through WA State L&I (not City of Washougal).

Fees

Plan check fee

Plan review fees apply

Permit fee formula

Based on project valuation; contact Building Division for specific fee schedule

Payment note

Refund Policy: Up to 80% refund if no work done and application withdrawn/canceled. Written request required within 180 days of payment. No refund of plan review fee if review has begun.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Washougal Community Development - Building Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• 360-835-8501 ext. 611 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Call in or submit requests by 5:00 PM the day prior to requested inspection; inspections received after 5:00 PM will be scheduled for the following business day

Inspection hours

Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Approved plans must be on-site and permit card must be posted. Inspector verifies compliance with approved plans and codes.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2015/2018 International Building Code with Washington Amendments, International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, International Fire Code, Washington State Energy Code
• Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
• GIS Tool - Zoning Verification
• License lookup guide: Washington Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Washington Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Washington hub: Washington Contractor License & Permit Hub

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