County Building Permits

Wahkiakum County Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Wahkiakum County and the Town of Cathlamet. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Washington Updated March 2026

Important: Wahkiakum County includes both the incorporated Town of Cathlamet and unincorporated areas. Both are served by the same county Building and Planning Department, but certain rules differ slightly between town and county. Select your jurisdiction below for the appropriate permit authority and requirements.

Unincorporated Wahkiakum County

Permit authority
Wahkiakum County Building and Planning Department
Phone
(360) 795-3067 (general); (360) 795-6100 ext. 104 (Building Inspector)
Email
hicksd@co.wahkiakum.wa.us
Address
64 Main Street (3rd Floor), P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, WA 98612

Jurisdictions in Wahkiakum County

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

Cathlamet Permit guide → Unincorporated Wahkiakum County 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.

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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.