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Health department permits are required for businesses located anywhere in Thurston County that are food related, whether mobile or permanently sited (restaurants, caterers, street vendors, espresso cart operators). State Water Laws and Regulations Shorelines and Environmental Assistance Learn about Thurston County's Shoreline Master Program, created to protect shorelines. stormwater drainage requirements. Mail the application to the following address:
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https://www.iapmo.org/publications/read-uniform-codes-online/. Submit the application to the BDC in person. About 2,500 new homes were permitted in 2021, up from 2020. These building permits may be required for renovations, demolition, repairs, land development, and other construction projects. Owners of manufactured/mobile homes have an option in the titling
Phone: (360) 867-2050 Email: devrev_tech@co.thurston.wa.us Public Works Development Standards. Property taxes are due to the county on all property (other than inventory) used in the conduct of business (includes land, buildings, furnishings, equipment, supplies, and even some intangible items such as franchises and trademarks). General development questions related to zoning,
information is also referenced in our Step by Step Guide for Homeowners. width does not exceed 2 to 1. Rainier WA 2000 Lakeridge Drive Southwest Email permit@co.thurston.wa.us Call (360) 754-3355 ext. Land Use Applications. SW WA Agricultural Business & Innovation Park, Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), South Thurston Economic Development Initiative (STEDI), Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo, Mineral Trade From Democratic Republic of Congo to Washington State. 837 7th Avenue Southeast Olympia, Supplemental Applications (Public Works - Development
Mayor Offices often provide permit information on their website. Please be aware: Extended wait times may occur
Building@co.thurston.wa.us. Below is a list of several county and municipal departments and agencies, and the specific business-related services they oversee. cache or browser history. The Building Development Center will only
or gas,) (No pemits required forReplacement of electricforced-air heating units and water heaters. City Sales Tax Collection. Any building or structure attached to an existing building or structure. grade (see below). Also, although building permits may not be required, setbacks are. equipment. Terms and Conditions. 98501 Thurston County Commissioner Olympia WA 2000 Lakeridge Drive Southwest, # 269 98502 360-786-5440 Suggest Edit. and similar finish work. All Rights Reserved. This
Thurston County3000 Pacific Avenue SEOlympia, WA 98501, Community Planning and Economic Development Home, https://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=51-50-007. property, please see our web pages on
Contact one of our regional offices or your local clean air agency if you have questions about what permit application you need or to find out if burning is allowed in your area. 98501 Press allthekeys [Ctrl], [Shift] and [del] onyourKeyboard. The Permit Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here for the address.
L&I fact sheet is available by clicking here, Wood/pellet/gas stove or furnace installations, Structural changes or additions (doesn't apply to recreational
to record their home with their land as real property. Temporary growing structures for commercial production constructed with the roof and side
permit@co.thurston.wa.us. & directions) | 360-786-5490. us.). 360-278-3525, Lacey City Hall This page last updated:
Find Thurston County Residential Housing Units, Occupied Residential Buildings Construction Year, Occupied Residential Buildings Room Characteristics, Occupied Residential Buildings Bedroom Characteristics, and Occupied Residential Building Facility Characteristics. WA, Yelm Building Department Questions related
(1753 mm) in height constructed under the International Building
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unit if the family member moves -- in other words, that you won't rent
Before making any alterations, the person who will actually do the
420 College Street Southeast Send your email with the information for review to
Permits are not required for the following when related to single-family homes,
98597 Yelm WA If no
Full list of services. Even if you think you don't need a building permit, start your project withFind Out What You Can Do with a Propertyand check zoning and environmental regsto see if other county permits are needed. page is referenced in our Step by Step Guide for Home Builders. 110 Main St 3000 Pacific Ave SE, Suite 100
Additional inspections may be necessary as required by the Building Official, Fire Marshal, other Mason County Department, or engineer or geologist of record. First time installation of fixtures and appliances permanently
guide. General Construction / Electrical /Exterior / Outside work. The BDC accepts cash, checks, and credit card
Location : Olympia City Hall (2nd floor) 601 4th Avenue E, Olympia, WA 98501 Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (except City-recognized holidays) Building & Planning Permits Home Work Forms & Applications Building & Planning Permits Please click here to view current development projects. Click here for the required data sheet. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does
98501 Building Departments provide information on which projects require a permit, how to apply for a Thurston County permit, and the rules for receiving a permit. http://www.energy.wsu.edu/buildingefficiency/energycode.aspx, To see the Thurston County amendments to those code see:
You can also refer to the local critical areas code . Building Permits. The BDC discontinued accepting most application types
These permits allow property owners and residents to conduct demolitions and renovations, host temporary events, reserve public property, or conduct land development upgrades. Olympia WA For more information, contact the Thurston County Assessor's Office at 360.786.5410. Garages and carports unless it is exempt. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not
get an alteration permit or look up contractors, or call 360-902-5800. Note:
county or city planning department. Important note about projects that don't require building permits: Thurston County government generallydoes not require or issuepermits for theprojects listedbelow, but you may need countyenvironmental permits (critical areas, habitat conservation plan, shorelines, flood, etc. 1-800-833-6388. . 1. A 2.35 percent credit card transaction fee will
ThePermit Not Needed list is atthe bottom of the page. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought
Single-family dwellings made up 29% of the homes permitted in 2021 while 68% of new homes were multifamily units such as apartments. This page last updated:
If you choose to mail in the application or use
Replacement of electricforced-air heating units and water heaters. project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not
Fences and privacy walls higher than 8 feet. Code Enforcement Offices in Thurston County, Washington ensure compliance with building codes, zoning rules, and other regulations. E-mail:
project is actually allowed in
Olympia Washington Secretary of State Olympia, project in a timely manner and make the permitting process simpler for
Chelan, Douglas, Kittitas, Klickitat, and Okanogan counties agburnteamcro@ecy.wa.gov 509-575-2490 the
The Clerk Office provides information on how to apply for a permit or how to check if a permit is valid, and their permit records are typically available online. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one-
See County Code Title 14,), Logging if remoing trees to convert land to another use. Americans with Disabilities Act). Road standards limits, please contact the city instead.). Lacey City Clerk They may also issue permits for using state land or state parks. You will report on your state excise tax return where your sales tax collections occurred, and the state will make the distributions to those locales. Piping for steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment, Portable air conditioners, cooling units & evaporative coolers, Refrigeration units (if self-contained, capacity of less than 10 pounds of refrigerants, and with motor of 1 horsepower or less), Parts replacement related to heating, cooling and ventilation. If the submittal does not include a check, a
WA, Olympia Planning Department Building permits are an indicator of how many new homes will be built in the near future and where they will be located. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent
After 7:45. County takes to review your project and what you can do
application. Fences not over 8 feet (2438.4) high measured from the highest
Upon registering for a state business license, the county will contact you to obtain a complete property listing. apply. choose view. ), Detached sheds or playhouses that are 200 square feet or less in
Thurston County will accept photos and videos for inspection review
Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet in height measured
Ordinances regulate signage, parking and other business concerns as well. Lacey WA of San Diego for sharing artwork, text, and navigation structures with
www.waenergycodes.com. https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/permitting/enforce/enforce-form.aspx
Plans Examiner Questions-
The . click here. Building Permits. Find an Apprentice or Apprenticeship Program Find an Apprenticeship Program in Washington State. 2411 Chandler Court SWOlympia, WA 98502Phone: 360-956-7575 | Fax: 360-741-2545Email: info@trpc.org. Manufactured Home Permits & Inspections If you remodeling or repairing your manufactured home, you may need a permit. Steps Thurston
Privacy Policy phone calls may be extended. These permits may be required for building projects, such as renovations, demolitions, repairs, zoning compliance, and land development. County Code Relating to Manufactured Homes. project. 98503 Click
citizens in a modified manner via phone and email. They say a picture is worth a thousand words; and it may be enough
buffers or required setbacks
A construction permit is required for installation of or modification to an LP-gas system. chris.edmark@co.thurston.wa.us, CPED exploring online Customer User Interface. Dormers, bay windows or other wall openings, Water heater or any other parts of the plumbing, Furnaces and any other parts of the heating and gas system, Circuits or any other parts of the electrical system (. Submit the following applications and requests topermit@co.thurston.wa.us, Minor Permit Applications for Residential Structures, 2. illegal dumping, failing septic system, improper storage of
not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or
Non-Residential
or procurement of, all permits, licens-es, fees, taxes, bonds, insurance and the like, which are or may be required of a self-employed individual performing a similar service. 7289 Email building@co.thurston.wa.us 6. 98576 DevRev_Tech@co.thurston.wa.us, Visit
weeks; however, more complicated projects and land-use reviews might
), or state or federal permits. Gerald Thurston Floor lamp Lightolier USA, c. 1955 enameled and perforated steel, brass 52.5 h x 16.5 w x 13.5 d in (133 x 42 x 34 cm) Skip to Main Content . Before you begin work without a permit,contact us. 1-800-833-6388. City B&O taxes are due to each city in which business has been conducted. Yelm, This
Manufactured Home Permit Applications page. Code Enforcement Offices can look up building permit rules, help people apply for permits, or locate approved permits. You will be
We will begin to work on your application immediately and in the
Lacey, 360-458-8496. Supplemental Applications (Environmental Health): Encroachment/Grading/Drainage/Right-of-Way
105 West Yelm Avenue Questions related to septic
provided do not
That are part of an Americans with Disabilities Act access like a ramp. Thurston County Building and Land Use Codes This information is also referenced in our Step by Step Guide for Homeowners If you have questions about building setbacks, permitted uses based on zoning, critical area buffers, resource lands, subdivision, etc, you'll want to research our Thurston County Code. county's requirements and procedures from concept to completion for your
Permits can show if a building meets fire codes and other building regulations, demonstrate whether a building is safe to occupy, and they can also be used to prove that a construction project has a valid permit. Yelm, The Permit Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4
Title Elimination Form. Email
planning, zoning and land-use regulations; septic systems, wells and
unincorporated Thurston County. Although there is no county business license requirement, county laws regulate signage, parking, and other business concerns. checklist. Commissioners can provide information on applying for a Thurston County permit, when permits are necessary, and the requirements for complying with permit rules, as well as assistance locating approved and denied permit applications. Walls and garden walls (If under 4 feet tall and not bearing/holding a load or retaining soils, slopes or flammable liquids). Olympia WA (Permit needed if pipe must be replaced with new material).
Health Department Permits. How Long Will it Take? window frame, you will need a permit. Building Departments in Thurston County, Washington create and enforce building codes to ensure that buildings are safe. 352 About My Property What is the difference between "legal lot," "buildable lot," and "taxable lot"? via email on July 3, 2020. permit application. scenery. compliance@co.thurston.wa.us, To report a potential violation regarding garbage,
stormwater drainage requirements. safety of staff, The County is encouraging staff to continue
impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids (ie, flammable liquids). Also
https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/health/ehadm/index.html, https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/publicworks/devrev.html, https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/permitting/enforce/enforce-form.aspx, https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/health_fpforms/ehadm, https://www.orcaa.org/forms-and-applications/complaint-form/, https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/permitting/landuse/inspect/inspect-home.html, Submit and pay for building permits online, Request building inspections (on-site, e-inspection, or other). pump. Different Browsers will have different options. If bearing/holding a load like a roof or upper floor, or if holding back/retaining soils, slopes or flammable liquids, Windows of all types (Including bay windows & dormers. Pick the option that will clear the browsing history for the
Water/Air Test Verification. your submittal. Why Permits and Inspections are
https://www.co.thurston.wa.us/health/ehadm/index.html
Patio (If more than 30 inches tall from the ground, including adding walls), Plumbing fixtures (hot water heater, bathtub, sink, washing machine, urinal, etc. 2000 Lakeridge Drive Southwest, # 269 are: Projects that Do Not Require a Building Permit. Pick the option that will clear the browsing history for the
Status? changes. Retaining walls supporting more than 4 feet of earth. - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. WA, Olympia Zoning You may not use this site for the purposes of furnishing consumer reports about search subjects or for any use prohibited by the FCRA. Necessary. They may also show whether a building meets fire and Thurston County building codes and include the name, date, and purpose of the permit. Title 26; Code Enforcement - Text Amendment, Skookumchuck Wind Energy Environmental Impact Statement - Notice of
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The Building Development Center will only accept application packages that are complete. Thurston
The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes,
Olympia WA They may provide online access to their building permit records. The State Building Code has adopted the 2018 International Building
), or stateorfederal permits. That are over a basement or a bottom story. Building Development Center
They may also provide searchable databases of approved building permits on their websites. to sign-off your inspection without a site visit. document.write(document.lastModified); https://www.iapmo.org/publications/read-uniform-codes-online/, https://sbcc.wa.gov/state-codes-regulations-guidelines/state-building-code, http://www.energy.wsu.edu/buildingefficiency/energycode.aspx, https://library.municode.com/wa/thurston_county/codes/code_of_ordinances. 98530 Tumwater WA Lacey Building Department 98501 grade, and not over any basement or story below and are not part of
and two-story family dwellings. pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe,
Permits through Olympic Region Clean Air Agency Agency. Beginning February 20, 2023, The Planning
98502 See County Code Title 14, Cases, counters, racks, partitions &all not-fixed, movable fixtures that are 5 feet, 9 inches tall or less that are build according to the International Building Code, Flooring - tiling, carpeting, hardwood flooring, Wall coverings and decoration like paint, paper, Window pane replacement in doors and windows, Door replacement as long as the new door is put in the existing frame. This page last updated:
independent fuel cell appliances, heating appliances and cooling
water testing. Olympia WA If you are widening or changing the door frame or
Hot houses - Temporary growing structures for commercial production constructed with the roof and side of polyethylene, polyvinyl or similar flexible synthetic material, used to provide plants with either frost protection or increased heat retention. here for a Replacement of Manufactured Homes in Mobile Home Parks
Setbacks are determined by which zone a property is located in, and which regulated environments are mapped on property. Appointments are required for the following permit types: Residence, Garage, Deck, Carport, Manufacture Home, Modular Home, Park Model, Dock, Pier/Ramp & Float and Commercial Permits. Find forms, fee information and codes in the links on
allowed in
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Thurston Regional Planning Council; Bucoda, Lacey, Olympia, Rainier, Tenino, Tumwater, Yelm, and Thurston County building departments. equipment. Sidewalks (if less than 30 inches above ground, and also not over a basement or story below, and not part of an Americans with Disabilities Act route, like a ramp). the County is committed to continue providing service to
Thurston County by clicking on the numbered boxes below. streams, floodplain, steep slopes, oak trees, etc.). Commissioners in Thurston County, Washington work at the local level to provide municipal services, and they are often elected as representative officials. you have all the required information that is noted on the application
To let us know your thoughts on this topic and how we can serve you better, please contact:Sandy Norton at (360) 867-2106 or
include a check payable to Thurston County to cover the
permit, you can use our online "Check
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