Permits

It’s a good idea to start the permitting process well in advance of the anticipated start date of construction. That’s because review and approval of your plans can take several weeks depending on the time of year you apply, the city, county, or state having jurisdiction over building in your area, and the departments requiring review (planning/building/health).

Check your application carefully. Missing information or the wrong information can cause unnecessary delays in the review process. Be sure to submit the correct number of permit applications with approved house plans to scale attached to each application.

Helpful Links:

Okanogan Co. website for Permits: https://www.okanogancounty.org

The website also provides links to other departments that may be involved in your building permit process:

• Planning and Development

• Public Health

• Public Works

• Labor and Industry

• Okanogan Co. Assessor

• Fee Schedules

• Staff Contacts