Permitting 104
Permitting 104: More Advanced Tips Most jurisdictions have very different requirements for residential versus commercial permitting. You MUST check with your local jurisdiction in our jurisdiction database for the type of work you intend to complete. In commercial applications the following documents must be provided by the project applicant in two or more stapled sets […]
Permitting 103
Permitting 103: Building Code There are three prominent model code organizations in the United States: The BOCA National Building Code Located in the northeastern United States, published by Building Officials and Code Administrators International. The Standard Building Code Located in the southeastern United States published by the Southern Building Code Conference International The International Building […]
Permit Tips 102
Permitting 102: Do I Need A Permit? We are often asked if specific construction projects require a building permit. These projects always require a building permit: Structural Demolition Installation Construction Erection Enlargement Alteration Removing Moving Repair Improving Converting In any building, structure, and/or any of the following items: Storage Racks Fire protection sprinkler systems Walls […]
Permit Tips 101
Permitting 101: Permit Basics Applying for a building permit does not have to be a frustrating process. It’s amazing how things can change when you educate yourself about the permit process and can walk into the building department with confidence that you are prepared for a submittal. Here are ten ways for getting building permits […]
Permit Information
Permit Information Do I need building permit information? How do I get a building permit? What are the permit requirements? How much does a permit cost? How do I know if my project meets the building code? Where do I apply for a building permit? How do I get a permit fast? If these are questions […]
Seattle Permit: Which Projects Need One
If this is your first time going through the permit process in Seattle, you may be wondering if your project even needs a permit in the first place. Here are a few rules of thumb to determine whether your building project requires a Seattle permit, or whether the project is permissible without one. Projects that […]
What is the Seattle Permitting Process Like?
Before beginning a construction or home improvement project in Seattle, it is essential that you first obtain a permit. This brief overview of the Seattle permitting process will walk you through the steps you will need to take to secure your building permit. Permits Issued by the City of Seattle As you begin planning your […]
Can I Make Changes to Permit?
Congratulations! You have successfully undergone the Seattle building permit process, and your plans have been approved. But…wait a second. You just realized you need to make a change to your plan, which means your permit needs a few changes too. Is this possible? Yes, it is possible to make changes to permits. It all depends […]
How Do I Get a Permit in Seattle?
The permitting process set forth by the Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections is pretty straightforward, but determining which permit or permits you need to apply for, or whether you even need a permit at all, can sometimes be tricky. Here is a comprehensive overview of the permit application process in Seattle to help guide […]