The OPAS tool can help you determine which local, state, and federal permits you might need for your project so you can start planning for your permits early. The tool can provide detailed information about individual permit requirements and can help identify agency contacts. The tool is not comprehensive and may not provide complete information on permits and approvals, especially from CITY or COUNTY governments.
You should contact the county or city where you want to conduct the activities if your project:
- Involves clearing, grading, open burning, construction, demolition, or additions to existing structures;
- Will be served by an on-site sewage disposal system;
- Requires division of land;
- Is in an area regulated by the local shoreline management plan;
- Is in an area regulated by the local comprehensive flood control management plan.
See http://mrsc.org/Home/Research-Tools/Washington-City-and-Town-Profiles.aspx for cities or http://mrsc.org/Home/Research-Tools/Washington-County-Profiles.aspx for counties.
Important! ORIA provides this Online Permitting Assistance System as a tool to help searchers find information about the approvals, permits, and licenses a project may need in the State of Washington. However, the information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal, business, regulatory, or permitting advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. Although we strive to ensure accurate information, the information on this website may not constitute the most up-to-date information. This website contains links to other third-party websites with additional permit information available.