Building

Building Department

The Building Department has the responsibility of administering building related codes. The primary duties of the department include issuance of building, mechanical, and plumbing permits for all new and existing construction as well as perform project plan review and field inspections to ensure compliance with current Building Codes, Pacific Municipal Ordinances, and State and Federal Laws.

APPLY FOR A BUILDING PERMIT    APPLICATIONS PAGE    DESIGN CRITERIA

Office Hours
Monday - Friday  8:00 am - 5:00 pm (except holidays)

Inspection Hours
Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 3:30 pm (except holidays)
Inspection requests must be received 24 hours in advance.
Email your request (preferred) or call (253) 929-1110

For Fire Permit inspections, contact VRFA at (253) 288-5870


Adopted Codes

Building Codes adopted by the City of Pacific, as amended by the State of Washington Building Code Council (SBCC):
2018 International Building Code
2018 International Residential Code
2018 International Mechanical Code

2018 International Existing Building Code
2018 International Fuel Gas Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 Uniform Plumbing Code
2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
2018 International Property Maintenance Code
Residential Energy Code Info
WA State Amendments to ICC Codes (as applicable)
National Electrical Code: Electrical permits administered by the WA State Dept. of L & I


Applications & Forms
Visit our Permits Webpage

Handouts

Construction Drawing Requirements - Commercial
Construction Drawing Requirements - Residential

Quick Links
Architect / Engineer License Status

Call Before You Dig
Construction Tip Sheets (MyBuildingPermit.com)

• Basic Stairs

• Handrails

• Residential Guards

• Basic Decks

Demolition (Contractor / Homeowner)
Design Criteria (Climatic & Geographical)
Do I Need a Permit?
Energy Code Questions
International Code Council
Is your Contractor Licensed?
 

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