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Building Permit Details

The City of Sumner has adopted the 2006 International Building Code (IBC) and the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC) as the primary standards for all new construction. The 2006 editions of the International Fire Code, International Mechanical Code, and Uniform Plumbing Code have been adopted to cover those specific portions of construction projects. See more details at the International Code Council. þ

Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria

Ground Snow Load * 25 lbs/ft

Wind Speed (Gust)

85 mph
Seismic Design Category D-1
Weathering Moderate
Frost line depth 12"
Termites Slight to Moderate
Decay Slight to Moderate
Winter Design Temp 17°
Ice Shield Underlay No
Flood Hazards

1987, 1987 FIRM

Air Freeze Index 250
Mean Annual Temp

50°

 

Additional requirements may apply to your project.

 

CONTACT US
For information on obtaining building permits in the City of Sumner, please contact Rebecca Coleman, permit specialist.
Å 253-299-5530                         *  
rebeccac@ci.sumner.wa.us

 

To schedule inspections, please call the 24-hour inspection line at
Å 253 299-5530

 

For more information on code issues, please contact the Building Official

Å 253-299-5522                           *  royf@ci.sumner.wa.us

 

For commercial/industrial projects, residential subdivisions, or other major projects, the City of Sumner offers a no-charge predevelopment project review. This can help you determine what types of requirements and fees your project will require before you apply for permits.

 

You will also know more about the feasibility of your project prior to needing final plans. Please contact the Permit Center for more information on how this works.

Å 253-299-5520                           * rebeccac@ci.sumner.wa.us

 

Contractors doing work within the City Limits are required to hold a current City of Sumner Business License.  You can obtain this license through the State of Washington's Master License system.  Get started here

 

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