Permits
Our lobby services are closed. All permit applications can now be submitted online.
King County Permits has suspended lobby services in our Snoqualmie and Vashon Island offices. See available and alternative services
To ensure the safety of all customers and staff members, King County employees are following Public Health-Seattle & King County guidance and the Governor’s pandemic guidelines.
The King County Permitting Division provides land use, building, and fire regulatory and operating permits, code enforcement, and a limited number of business licenses in unincorporated areas of the county.
Permits
Permit information and start the process for residential, commercial, land use, and other types of permits.
Inspections
Inspection line (IVR), 888-546-7728
IVR inspection codes and other agency inspection information
Property Research
Check your jurisdiction and zoning information to help start your permit process. Resources include interactive maps and data to check jurisdiction, zoning and other property information.
Code enforcement
Find out what types of violations we investigate and the process to file a complaint.
Business licenses
Learn what types of regulated businesses King County requires business licenses for regulated activities.
Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
35030 SE Douglas Street, Suite 210
Snoqualmie, WA 98065-9266
206-296-6600 | DPERWebinquiries@kingcounty.gov
Days of operation
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Closed Wednesday
In-person customer service hours
7:30–11:30 a.m. and 1–3 p.m.
Customer service phone hours
9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Cashier / Reception
7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
NOTE Permitting services at the Vashon Island office are suspended.
Tools and Resources