Permits, inspections, and codes - buildings and land use
When you need a permit
Find out if you need a permit
Inspections
Schedule your building and land use inspections
Other permits
Learn where to go for King County permits that are not handled by Local Services.
Codes and complaints
File a complaint with Code Enforcement and learn more about energy codes.
Public notices and permit records research
Learn more about public notices and records about permits.
Permits
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We issue land use, building, mechanical, fire regulatory and operating permits for unincorporated areas of King County.
Permit forms and application materialsInspections
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Inspection scheduling for building, fire and land use, as well as inspection scheduling information for electrical (Labor & Industries), septic, public pools, plumbing and wells (Seattle - King County Public Health)