Welcome to Permit Services. We are here to assist you through the permitting process from pre-application meeting to certificate of occupancy. Our mission is to provide quality development communication for all people who seek permits from the City of Puyallup.

Responsibilities 

Permit Support Services assists potential and current permit applicants in obtaining information and services from Building, Planning, and Engineering Services. 

Building Services administers the Washington State Building Codes, including building permit plan review and inspection services. Planning Services oversees the zoning, environmental and subdivision codes. Engineering Services reviews utility and road improvement permits. Use the quick links to their pages for additional information.

All electrical permits are reviewed and issued by the State Department of Labor and Industries. 

Online Permitting

To check permit review status, pay permit fees, or submit permit applications (see list below) electronically, click here.

Electronic submittals must include a scanned copy of a completed, signed application form attached at time of submittal.

The following permit applications are now being accepted electronically:

• Alternative Method Request
• Pre-Application Meeting Request
• Water Availability
• Zoning Verification Letter

Business License

City of Puyallup Municipal Code, Title 5, requires every entity doing business within city limits to obtain a city business license. For the Puyallup Business License application form and additional information, click here.