County Building Permits

Garfield County Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Garfield County and the City of Pomeroy. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Washington Updated March 2026

Important: Garfield County contains only one incorporated city: Pomeroy. If your property is inside the City of Pomeroy, select Pomeroy below — the city's building department handles your permits. Properties outside Pomeroy city limits are in unincorporated Garfield County and are served by the county Building and Planning Division. Verify your jurisdiction using the Urban Growth Boundary map at garfieldcountywa.gov.

Unincorporated Garfield County

Permit authority
Garfield County Building and Planning Division (Public Works)
Address
300 S. 19th Street, Pomeroy, WA 99347
Hours
Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Fridays)
Online portal
Permit applications (in-person submission)
Building Inspector
Paul Strohbehn — (509) 382-4676

Jurisdictions in Garfield County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, application process, fees, and inspection requirements.

Pomeroy Permit guide → Unincorporated Permit guide →

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

Related Washington Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's L&I registration → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.