Permits

Board waives fees to boost jobs program

The Board of County Commissioners has approved a temporary resolution that waives building, development, engineering review and traffic impact fees for businesses wanting to locate or expand in Clark County.

The provision does not apply to residential development, hotels, motels, dormitories or senior housing.

Projects became eligible for the fee waiver June 11, 2013. The program will sunset when Clark County’s unemployment rate is equal to or less than the state’s, but the board can end the program any time.

Chair Steve Stuart voted against the fee waiver and a companion 2013-2014 General Fund budget adjustment that would pay for waivers of up to $3.6 million for development fees and $1.2 million for traffic impact fees.

For more information, contact Marty Snell, Community Development Director, at (360) 397-2375 ext. 4101 or marty.snell@clark.wa.gov.

Permit applications and fees must be hand delivered to our Permit Center. Only two applications may be submitted at one time. If you have more than two applications, please call (360) 397-2375 ext. 4926 to schedule an appointment. 

Building

Importance of building permits, common misconceptions, forms and fees

Forms and fees

Forms and fees for building, land use and fire permits

Home business

Businesses operated out of the home may require a permit. The review process depends on whether you are in the urban or rural areas, and the extent of the impacts the business may have on the neighborhood.
- Minor home business (PDF)
- Major home business (PDF)
- Starting a business in Clark County

Outdoor burning

Outdoor burning permits are required for burning yard debris and land clearing - in areas where burning is allowed. Outdoor burning is not permitted from July 15 through September 30.

Over-legal loads and house moves

Permits are required for hauling loads over legal size and weight limits and house moves

Street use

Street use permits (PDF) are required when county roads are used for purposes other than traffic flow, such as parades and block parties. Temporary stands and tents must have a permit also.