Permit Services is responsible for administration and enforcement of all building-related codes, utility connections for sewer and water, and development activity files for building and public works permits.  The Planning Department  determines that the use is permitted in the zone and complies with the City of Everett Zoning Code.

Building permits
The purpose of a building permit is to review a proposed project to comply with the minimum requirements of the codes adopted by the City of Everett.  Other than finish work, such as carpet or paint, generally a building permit will be required.   

Contact us to discuss your permit application.  You can also visit Planning or Permit Services (click here for map) on the 2nd floor of 3200 Cedar Street between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to speak to a planner, plan reviewer or public works reviewer.  A pre-application meeting should be scheduled by the  Planning Department  for a new project or a tenant improvement that requires land use approvals. 

Building inspections
Click here for more information on how to schedule an inspection. 

Submittal deadlines
All permit applications must be submitted  between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.   Inspection requests are accepted no later than 4 p.m. the business day before an inspection is required.