City Building Permits

Davenport, WA Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Davenport, Washington. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Washington Lincoln County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Davenport.

Department: City Hall (Building Services via Northwest Code Professionals)
Address: 411 Morgan St., P.O. Box 26, Davenport, WA 99122
Phone: 509-725-4352
Website: https://davenportwa.us

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Davenport Website

Platform: Paper-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Contact City Hall at 509-725-4352 to determine what permits are required for your project.
Download or pick up the Building Permit Application form from City Hall or the city website.
Complete the application with project description, property details, and value of work.
Gather required documents (site plan, construction plans, contractor license copy).
Submit completed application to City Hall with all documents and fee payment.
City Hall forwards application to Northwest Code Professionals for plan review.
Pay any additional plan-check fees invoiced during review.
Receive permit and post it visibly at the job site before beginning work.
Schedule required inspections by contacting City Hall or Northwest Code Professionals.

Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact City Hall for estimates. Plan review timeline depends on project complexity.

Source: City Hall (Building Services via Northwest Code Professionals)

General Requirements

A building permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, remodels, and demolitions affecting any residential, commercial, or industrial building within the City of Davenport.

Required Documents

Completed Building Permit Application
Site plan showing property boundaries and structure location
Construction plans (floor plan, elevations, cross-sections)
Contractor Washington State license copy (if using a contractor)

Permit validity: Must commence construction within 180 days of permit issuance or permit becomes void. Permit valid for 18 months from issuance; renewable for 6 months if substantial progress is demonstrated.
Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Washington State amendments, effective March 15, 2024
Contractor requirements: All contractors must hold a current Washington State contractor registration with L&I. Bond requirements: $30,000 (general contractors) or $15,000 (specialty contractors) as of July 2024.

Fees

Permit fee formula: Follows Washington State Building Code fee table structure (RCW 19.27.085) plus state surcharge of $6.50 per permit plus $2.00 per $1,000 of construction valuation
Payment note: Fee schedule is not published online. Contact City Hall at 509-725-4352 for current permit fees and payment methods.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

One-story detached accessory structures (tool sheds, playhouses) with roof projection not exceeding 120 sq ft
Retaining walls 4 feet or less in height (measured from footing bottom to top of wall)
Normal maintenance and repairs (painting, wallpapering, adding insulation without structural change)

Important: Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work are never exempt and require separate permits from L&I (electrical) or local authority (plumbing/mechanical). Exemption from building permit does not mean exemption from code compliance or zoning requirements.

Inspections

How to Schedule

City Hall: 509-725-4352 (phone)
Northwest Code Professionals: 1-800-358-8034 / 541-484-9043 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Provide at least 2 business days advance notice for inspection requests.
Inspection hours: City Hall: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Typical inspection stages for residential: foundation/footing, framing, insulation, final inspection. Sequence and specific stages depend on project type. Contact City Hall or Northwest Code Professionals for your project's requirements.

Additional Resources

Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC) and 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) with Washington State amendments, effective March 15, 2024
Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC)
License lookup guide: Washington Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Washington Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Washington hub: Washington Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City Hall (Building Services via Northwest Code Professionals) before applying.

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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 authority 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.

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