Building Permit Applications and Handouts

 
UPDATE REGARDING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2021 WASHINGTON STATE BUILDING CODE:
The Washington State Building Code Council voted on September 15, 2023, to delay the effective date of the 2021 codes. The new effective date for all building codes is March 15, 2024. Previously, the effective dates were October 29, 2023, and July 1, 2023, respectively.
Washington Building Code Update - February 1, 2021
Effective February 1, 2021, Washington State will implement the 2018 Building Codes and Washington State Energy Code.  Complete application submittals received on or after February 1, 2021 will be reviewed and inspected under the 2018 codes.

Applications may be submitted via postal mail or office front door drop-box or via email to permits@co.walla-walla.wa.us.  Per WWCC 14.07.050, a complete building permit application shall include a "fully completed and signed application form" and those documents required by WWCC Title 15 - Building and Construction, as listed on the application form; generally, building plans and a site plan are also required. Upon submittal of a permit your application will undergo a preliminary screening process where you may be referred to other staff members to determine if your project will require any Planning approvals.  The building permit application fee is $200. 
For further information and details please see the Building - Introduction page or FAQ's page.

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Application Forms25 documents

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  • 2021 Commercial Application Pkt
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  • Communication Tower
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  • Demolition
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  • Extension Request
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  • Fire Protection Systems
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  • Foundation Only (Residential)
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  • Grading & Excavation
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  • International Fire Code Operational Permit
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  • Siding & Windows (Residential)
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  • Detached Structure (Residential)
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  • Reroof
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  • Refund Request
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  • Mechanical - Plumbing
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  • Sign Permit Application
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  • Manufactured Home (Factory Built Structure)
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  • Tank Abatement
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  • Temporary Tent
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  • Swimming Pool
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  • Solar Array (Residential)
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  • Bonfire Only
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  • 2018 Washington State Energy Code ( WSEC) Submittal Requirements
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  • New Residence, Addition or Remodel Permit Packet 10-21 TR.pdf
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  • Residential Pole Building packet
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  • Temp. Certificate of Occupancy (Policy and Application)
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Informational Handouts25 documents

  • Accessibilty and Door Clearance.pdf
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  • Windows and Glass Door Guards.pdf
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  • Water Heaters.pdf
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  • Sample Site Plan.pdf
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  • Roof Mounted Photo-Voltaic Solar Panels - 1 and 2 Family Dwellings.pdf
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  • Residential Smoke Alarms.pdf
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  • Residential Handrails.pdf
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  • Residential Guards.pdf
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  • Residential Garage Separation.pdf
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  • Residential Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings.pdf
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  • Residential Attic HVAC Equipment.pdf
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  • Ramps and Landings.pdf
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  • Pole Buildings Minimum Standards.pdf
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  • Notching and Boring Rafters-Joist-Studs.pdf
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  • Inspections Required.pdf
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  • Fire Protection of Horizontal Venting.pdf
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  • Change of Occupancy(use).pdf
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  • Building Design Criteria.pdf
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  • Basic Residential Stairs.pdf
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  • Accessible Parking Spaces.pdf
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  • A Few Pointers - Commercial
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  • A Few Pointers - Residential
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  • A Few Pointers - Residential Manufactured Home
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  • 2018 Washington State Energy Code ( WSEC) Submittal Requirements
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  • Temp. Certificate of Occupancy (Policy and Application)
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