City Building Permits

Long Beach, WA Building Permit Guide

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

Washington Pacific County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Long Beach. Long Beach also issues building permits and inspections for the City of Ilwaco under an interlocal agreement.

Department: Community Development — Building Division
Address: 115 Bolstad Avenue West, PO Box 310, Long Beach, WA 98631
Phone: (360) 642-4421
Email: inspector@longbeachwa.gov
Website: https://www.longbeachwa.gov/community-development

Online Permit Portal

Open Community Development — Building

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact Community Development at (360) 642-4421 or inspector@longbeachwa.gov to confirm permit requirements for your project.
Obtain and complete the Building Permit Application form.
Prepare required supporting documents (site plan, construction drawings, engineering if required).
Submit application with all required documents to the Building Division (in person or by email).
Pay applicable fees per fee schedule (contact for current rates).
Receive issued permit; permit must remain on-site throughout the project duration.
Schedule required inspections with at least 24 hours advance notice.
Complete all required inspections; final inspection required before occupancy.

Typical processing time: Timeframe varies; contact Community Development for current processing schedule.

Source: Community Development — Building Division

General Requirements

A building permit is required for construction projects within the City of Long Beach.

Required Documents

Completed Building Permit Application
Site plan
Construction drawings
Engineering documentation (as required by project type)

Permit validity: Permits expire if work does not begin within applicable timeframe; confirm current policy with Building Division.
Building code: Washington State Building Code, current edition (Title 10, Chapter 2 of City Code; Title 51 of the Washington Administrative Code).
Owner-builder: Confirm owner-builder eligibility with the Building Division.
Contractor requirements: All contractors must be registered with Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I). Verify contractor registration at https://secure.lni.wa.gov/verify/ before engagement.

Fees

Permit fee formula: New construction and additions: fees based on Table 1-A of the 1997 Uniform Building Code as amended, using ICC Building Valuation Data. Alterations, remodels, mechanical, demolition, and unlisted work: established by City Council resolution. Contact Building Division for current schedules.
Payment note: Fees due at application submittal. Contact Building Division for current payment methods and options.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

One-story detached accessory buildings (tool sheds, storage sheds) with roof area not exceeding 120 square feet
Platforms, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade
Fences 6 feet or shorter in height
General maintenance, painting, floor covering, cabinetry (non-structural)

Important: Long Beach maintains a detailed 'Work Exempt From Building Permit' document; request from Community Development. Confirm edge cases with the Building Division before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

inspector@longbeachwa.gov (email)
(360) 642-4421 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Give at least 24 hours advance notice.
Inspection hours: Contact Building Division for current office hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Required inspections at various construction phases as listed on permit. Final inspection required before occupancy. Long Beach also performs building inspections for Ilwaco under interlocal agreement.

Additional Resources

Building code: Washington State Building Code, current edition (Title 10, Chapter 2 of City Code; Title 51 of the Washington Administrative Code).
Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
Community Development Contact
Building Details and Information
City Code — Building Permits and Fees
Pacific County Flood Maps (Long Beach area)
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 Community Development — Building Division 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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