Building Division

SERVICES
CURRENT BUILDING CODES

Building Permits

Do I Need A Permit For My Project?

Permits are required on most construction projects throughout the City of Pasco to ensure quality, safety and building code standards are met. Additionally, Yard Sales and Special Events require permits.

How to Apply for a Permit

CHOOSE A PROJECT TYPE: Residential or Commercial.
APPLY FOR A PERMIT & submit required plans & documentation.
REVIEW PROCESS: Residential permits have a 10-business day review process. Commercial permits have a 20-business day review process. Commercial Projects requiring multiple reviews have a 30-business day review process.
PERMIT APPROVED or DENIED.
PAY PERMIT FEES.
SCHEDULE A FINAL INSPECTION when the project is complete.
PERMIT FINALED once the final inspection is passed.

Please Note

All electrical permitted work is handled by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
For your Health Department Permit visit: Apply to CRS | Washington State Department of Health.

Additional Resources

Building & Permit FAQs
Email a Building or Permit Question or call 509-543-5726.
Video - Permit Application Process
Apply for a Permit

Contact City of Pasco - Building Division (509) 543-5726

Ben Mohs

Plans Examiner

Email Ben

Jesus Martinez

OTC Plans Examiner

Email Jesus

Raquel Esparza

Lead Permit Coordinator

Email Raquel

Josie Perez

Permit Coordinator

Email Josie

Phone: 509-545-3402

Lorena Pulido

Permit Coordinator

Email Lorena

Phone: 509-544-4147

Silvano Rivas

Permit Coordinator

Email Silvano

Phone: 509-905-2603

Balvina Guzman

Temp Permit Coordinator

Email Balvina

Phone: 509-543-5726

Leslie Marmolejo

Temp. Permit Coordinator

Email Leslie

Phone: 509-543-5721

Building Inspection Services

Building Permit Inspections

Inspections are required on permitted construction throughout the City to ensure quality, safety and building code standards are met.

Commercial Inspection Guide
Residential Inspection Guide
Schedule an Inspection Online or call 509-543-5726.

Business License Inspections

Business license inspections are required prior to the issuance of a City of Pasco business license or endorsement.

Business License Inspection Guide

Fire Safety Inspections

Fire safety inspections are required for businesses & multi-family units. Moderate hazard occupancy businesses are required to have biennial fire safety inspections. High hazard occupancy businesses are required to have annual fire safety inspections.