Town of Mansfield, WA Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Town of Mansfield. Mansfield does not maintain a full-time building department; all construction permitting and inspections are contracted to Blades Code Services, LLC. Electrical permits are obtained from Washington State L&I, not the town.

Department

Town Hall (contracted with Blades Code Services, LLC)

Address

26 Main Street, Mansfield, WA 98830

Phone

(509) 683-1112

Website

https://townofmansfield.net/building-permits-and-inspections

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Download the Building Permit Application from the town website, or call (509) 683-1112 to have forms provided.
2. Complete the application and assemble supporting documents (site plan, construction drawings, energy compliance documentation).
3. Submit to the Town of Mansfield or directly to Blades Code Services as directed. Confirm submission process with the town office.
4. Plan review is conducted by Blades Code Services.
5. Permit is issued by Blades Code Services on behalf of the Town of Mansfield.
6. Inspections are conducted by Blades Code Services.

Source: Town Hall (contracted with Blades Code Services, LLC)

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all residential and commercial construction, additions, alterations affecting structural components, plumbing, mechanical, and gas installations, and demolition.

Required Documents

• Completed Building Permit Application
• Site plan
• Construction drawings (floor plan, elevations, structural details)
• Energy compliance documentation

Building code

The town's permit page references 2018 Washington State building requirements, though the current statewide standard is the 2021 IBC/IRC with WA amendments (effective March 15, 2024). Confirm current code adoption with the town or Blades Code Services before beginning work.

Owner-builder

Property owners may perform their own work without contractor registration for personal-use projects (not for resale).

Contractor requirements

Contractors must be registered with Washington State L&I and in good standing. No permit may be issued for work by a third-party contractor unless the contractor is registered with L&I.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Fee schedules for Mansfield were not publicly available. Fees are set by the Town and may reflect Blades Code Services contract pricing.

Payment note

Contact the Town at (509) 683-1112 for the current fee schedule. State surcharge of $6.50 per residential permit or $25.00 per commercial permit applies.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Detached accessory structures up to 200 sq ft used for storage with no plumbing or sleeping accommodations
• Minor plumbing repairs
• Minor mechanical repairs
• Portable fuel-cell and heating appliances not connected to fixed systems

Important: Confirm current local exemptions with the Town of Mansfield or Blades Code Services. Even exempt work must comply with setback requirements, shoreline regulations, and other local ordinances.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• (509) 683-1112 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: All inspections are conducted by Blades Code Services under contract with the Town of Mansfield. Typical inspection stages: Foundation/footing before pour, Framing before insulation, Mechanical/plumbing rough-in, Final inspection (required before occupancy).

Additional Resources

• Building code: The town's permit page references 2018 Washington State building requirements, though the current statewide standard is the 2021 IBC/IRC with WA amendments (effective March 15, 2024). Confirm current code adoption with the town or Blades Code Services before beginning work.
• Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
• Town of Mansfield Official Website
• WA State Building Code Council
• WA State L&I
• License lookup guide: Washington Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Washington Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Washington hub: Washington Contractor License & Permit Hub

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