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
We issue land use, building, mechanical, fire regulatory and operating permits for unincorporated areas of King County.
Permit forms and application materialsInspections
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)