City Building Permits

Bothell, WA Building Permit Guide

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

Washington Snohomish County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Bothell. Note: Bothell spans King and Snohomish Counties; requirements may vary by location within the city.

Department: Permit Center
Address: City of Bothell, Bothell, WA
Email: permits@bothellwa.gov
Website: https://www.bothellwa.gov/337/Permit-Center

Online Permit Portal

Open MyBuildingPermit.com

Platform: MyBuildingPermit.com • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Bothell Permit Center

Application Process

All permit and land use applications accepted online through MyBuildingPermit.com.
Review submittal checklists on Applications and Forms page.
Submit application with required documents.
Pay fees.
Plan review conducted by Permit Center.
Permit issuance upon approval.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity and permit type.

Source: Permit Center

General Requirements

A building permit is required for most construction in the City of Bothell.

Required Documents

Completed application
Plans and specifications
Submittal checklists (project-type specific)

Building code: New Zoning Codes effective January 1, 2025 (2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update). 2021 Codes effective March 15, 2024, with Washington amendments.
Contractor requirements: All contractors and subcontractors must obtain Bothell business license endorsement through WA State Department of Revenue. All contractors must be registered with Washington State L&I.

Fees

Permit fee formula: Fees based on project valuation.
Payment note: Contact Permit Center for fee estimates. Split jurisdiction (King and Snohomish County portions) means different rules may apply depending on location within the city.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permit Center to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

MyBuildingPermit.com portal (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Required inspections vary by project. Approved plans must be on-site during inspections.

Additional Resources

Building code: New Zoning Codes effective January 1, 2025 (2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update). 2021 Codes effective March 15, 2024, with Washington amendments.
Verify contractor license: WA L&I Contractor Lookup
Submittal Checklists
COBMap Online Zoning Map
Design and Construction Standards
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 Permit Center 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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