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Permit Services offers residents and private developers information about private construction and development in the City of Everett and processes all of the required permits for construction.
Announcements
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2018 State Building Code adoptions are effective February 1, 2021. Visit the Washington State Building Code Council for additional information.
Permit Services is launching Virtual Counter & In-Person appointments at the Permit Counter starting April 5, by appointment only. Click the button below to learn more or book an appointment. Masks and social distancing are required while in City facilities.
Getting started on permitting & construction projects
The permit(s) you will need depends on what you are trying to do, as there are many factors to consider for different types of land use and construction. Click on the links below for more detailed information about each topic. Once you know what forms and checklists you will need, you can begin the permit process.
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Land use planning
Link to the Planning Division's webpage for information about dividing your property, changing the zoning of your property, establishing a different use, and environmental/critical area requirements.
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Residential construction
Build a home, addition, interior remodel, residential trade work (plumbing, mechanical, electrical), deck, accessory structure/out building, or demolish a structure on your property.
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Commercial construction
Construct, add to, or replace a commercial structure. Also find information about tenant improvements, signs, commercial trades (plumbing, mechanical, electrical), cell towers, antennas and more.
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Site development
Any site work outside of your building, including clearing, grading, paving, landscaping, utilities, parking lot striping, work on-site or in the public right-of-way.
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Code Enforcement
Find out what constitutes a violation of Everett Municipal Code, learn how to submit a complaint on a perceived violation, obtain information on reporting graffiti, and learn about the Violation Hearing Examiner process.
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Permitting process
Outline of the steps of the permitting process including pre-submittal research, applying, the review process, permit issuance, construction and inspections.
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Applications, submittal checklists, & fees
Complete list of permit applications, link to Online Permitting Portal and fillable form paper applications, and all checklists.
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Informational handouts
Find informational handouts about a variety of topics including codes, building height, types of structures, guidelines and more.
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Inspection scheduling
Instructions for scheduling your construction inspections and link to the Online Permitting Portal.
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Tony Lee
Building Official
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Sabrina Good
Permit Services Manager
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Permit Services
Phone: 425-257-8810
Phone Tree Selections (PDF)
Physical address
3200 Cedar Street, 2nd Floor
Everett, WA 98201Lobby hours for permit submittal drop-box/pick-up
Office/phone hours (except holidays)
Mon – Fri | 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Except on holiday observances
M, W, Th | 8 a.m. to noon & 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Permit Counter in-person visits by appointment only (starting on April 5, 2021).