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The goal of the Permit Center is to assist the public by providing an efficient and stream-lined process as well as prompt and courteous service. Permit staff is responsible for maintaining and updating information in order to assist citizens in understanding and applying the permitting regulations provided by the Monroe Municipal Code.
(Permitting for Planning, Building, and Engineering)
The permitting department will be open for in-person customer service and remotely on the days listed below. Although electronic permit application submittals are the preferred route, the city will be providing citizens the opportunity for in-person meetings to assist them. To speak with a representative for Development Review Services or to make a submittal appointment, please call (360) 863-4501.
In-Person Customer Service Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Closed 12 – 1 p.m. for lunch.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Starting Monday, March 23 building, public works/engineering, land use, and fire permit applications will be accepted online. Learn more on our Online Permits webpage.
Effective March 15, 2024, Washington state cities and counties will implement the 2021 editions of Washington State Building Codes. Until this new effective date, complete permit applications will be reviewed under the 2018 State Building Codes. Starting March 15, 2024, completed building permit applications will be reviewed in compliance with the 2021 codes.
Washington State Building Codes include:
For more information about building codes in effect, go to the Building Codes page on the City’s site or visit the Washington State Building Code Council website.
Should you have questions about building codes as they related to your proposed construction, please email building@monroewa.gov or call 360-863-4501.
Staring Monday, March 23, 2026, submittal will be processed through our permit portal. Learn more here. Please see the attached general requirements that outline the minimum submittal standards for electronic reviews.