Building and Permitting

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A building permit gives legal permission to start a building, improvement, alteration or repair project in accordance with the building codes.

Our codes were developed over a long period of time by vigorously investigating past mistakes. The City has adopted the 2018 International Building Codes as the model code. The permitting process allows us to review your plans and make a determination as to whether or not you risk repeating mistakes made by others in the past.

Design Criteria

- Wind Speed V ult 135 MPH Exposure C
- Seismic Zone D-2
- Snow Load 25#'s
- Frost Line 12"

FAQ
What are the rules for building a deck? Click here

What needs to be done prior to a final inspection? Click here

What rules need to be followed for residential ramps? Click here

Download Washington State Energy Code Compliance Certificate. Click here

Permitting Lobby Office Hours
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to Noon (Hours subject to change without notice). Any business after such time is by appointment only. Permit Office staff will be available during regular business hours via email and phone. Contact information can be found in the City’s staff directory and below.

To view Plat Maps click here
Location
800 Anchor Ave. NW Building B
Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Tel: 360.289.2754
Fax: 360.289.2022

Contacts
Permit Office Manager, Nettie Wagner
Parks Reservations & Special Event Permits
Email: nwagner@osgov.com

Building Official, Roy Simmons
Email: rsimmons@osgov.com

Building Inspector, Mitch Wirth
Email: mwirth@osgov.com