City Building Permits

Raymond, WA Building Permit Guide

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

Washington Pacific County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Raymond.

Department: Public Works — Building and Development Division
Address: City Hall, 230 Second Street, Raymond, WA 98577
Phone: (360) 942-4100
Email: tchannell@cityofraymond.com
Website: https://cityofraymond.com/public-works/building-and-development/

Online Permit Portal

Open Building & Development Forms

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Download the Building Packet or appropriate application form from the city website Forms page.
Complete the application with all required supporting documents (site plan, construction drawings).
Submit application to Tia Channell via email (tchannell@cityofraymond.com) or in person at City Hall.
Pay applicable fees in person or via InvoiceCloud online portal at time of submittal.
Building Inspector schedules review of submitted materials.
Schedule required inspections through Tia Channell during business hours (Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM).
Complete all required inspections before proceeding to next phase.
Receive final approval; structure may not be occupied until final inspection sign-off.

Typical processing time: Timeframe varies; direct contact with Building Permit Tech required for current schedule.

Source: Public Works — Building and Development Division

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction projects within the City of Raymond.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Site plan
Construction drawings (scale required)
Project scope information
Proof of property ownership or authorization
Itemized response letter for any resubmittals

Permit validity: Permits expire if work does not begin within 180 days of issuance. Building inspector issues written notice of expiration.
Building code: International Building Code and International Residential Code with Washington State amendments.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders may self-perform work on owner-occupied properties under certain conditions; confirm with Building and Development 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: Set by City resolution; contact Tia Channell (360-942-4122) or tchannell@cityofraymond.com for current fee schedule.
Payment note: Fees due at time of submittal. Payment accepted in person at City Hall or via InvoiceCloud online portal.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Fences 6 feet or shorter in height
Sheds and outbuildings 10 feet by 12 feet or smaller, with no permanent foundation, plumbing, or electrical connections
Residential re-roofing
Woodstove or heat pump installations (Mechanical Permit required)

Important: Commercial re-roofing or roofing affecting the structural integrity of a building requires a permit. Confirm edge cases with the Building and Development Division before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Tia Channell, Building Permit Tech: (360) 942-4122 (phone)
tchannell@cityofraymond.com (email)

Scheduling deadline: Contact during regular business hours to schedule.
Inspection hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (closed Fridays)

Typical inspection sequence: Required inspections must be completed before proceeding to next construction phase. Final inspection required; structure may not be occupied until final sign-off.

Additional Resources

Building code: International Building Code and International Residential Code with Washington State amendments.
Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
Zoning information: View zoning info
Planning Commission
City of Raymond Deck Handout
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 Public Works — Building and Development Division before applying.

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