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1. What zone is my property located in?

There are 8-different zoning designations throughout the City of Sultan.  You can find the most current Land Use Zoning Map here.  To find out what you can do in your zone, look in the Sultan Municipal Code (SMC) 16.12 Permitted Uses.

2. Does my project need a permit?

Permit requirements depend on the scope and size of your project and zoning location. Please visit the Community Development Department for information regarding permissible uses for all zoning districts, setbacks, land use, and building permit requirements and applications.

A few things to remember:

• Whether you are a homeowner, small business owner or contractor, the process to obtain a permit will depend on the scope of your project.
• Find out what type of permit/approval you need or whether you even need a permit/approval for your project.
• Visit the Building Permit Applications and Handouts page for useful information that can help clarify building regulations, assist you with design specifications, and provide helpful building tips.
• Here is a list of items that do NOT require a permit:
  1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet.
  2. Fences not over 6’ high (Sultan requires a permit for fences).
  3. Oil derricks.
  4. Retaining walls that are not over 4’ in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II, or IIIA liquids.
  5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
  6. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30” above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and are not part of an accessible route.
  7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work.
  8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
  9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 that are less than 24” deep, does not exceed 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely above ground.
  10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems.
  11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one and two-family dwellings.
  12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54” from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3 and U occupancies.
  13. Non-fixed and movable fixtures, cases, rack, counters, and partitions not over 5’ 9” in height.
  14. Residential roofing and siding repair. Does not include roof deck (plywood or skip sheathing or wall sheathing repair) 

  • Mechanical

    1. Portable heating appliance.
    2. Portable ventilation equipment.
    3. Portable cooling equipment.
    4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
    5. Portable evaporative cooler.
    6. Self- contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds of refrigerant or less and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.
  • Plumbing
    1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drainpipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and an inspection made a provided in the Uniform Plumbing Code.
    2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.

3. Permitting your Manufactured or Mobile Home

New placement of manufactured homes within the city limits of Sultan requires a permit. Apply on the MyGov Permit Portal.

Any alterations, repairs or additions like carports, porches, and awnings to manufactured homes are permitted through the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. Please check the Department of Labor & Industries website to see if you need a permit. Simply checking the list of which alterations will require permits could save you time and money. You may not need a permit for the type of work you’re doing, or you may need a different kind of permit, especially if your project includes electrical work.

For more information about alterations or repairs, visit the Department of Labor and Industries website.

Is it manufactured or Mobile Home (PDF)

Your Manufactured/Mobile Home (PDF)

Your Manufactured/Mobile Home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Adding an addition - deck, awning, or porch to your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Adding or changing the openings to the exterior or centerline walls of your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Adding or changing the openings to the exterior or centerline walls of your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Changes to your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Installing sheetrock/drywall on the walls or ceilings of your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Installing sheetrock/drywall on the walls or ceilings of your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Installing solar panels on your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Installing solar panels on your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Repairing the floors in your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Repairing the floors in your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Replacing your roof of your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Replacing your roof of your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Repairing damaged trusses or rafters on your manufactured or mobile home (PDF)

Repairing damaged trusses or rafters on your manufactured or mobile home (Spanish Version) (PDF)

Replacing siding on your manufactured or mobile homes (PDF)

Replacing siding on your manufactured or mobile homes (Spanish Version) (PDF)

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4. Why do I need a permit?

Permits are required for a number of reasons:

• It’s the law. State building codes require that permits be obtained for certain types of work. Permits provide a legal record of work performed.
• Permits protect you, your family and your investment (they are designed to help ensure that licensed contractors do the work when required).
• Inspections ensure that work is done safely and that it meets the minimum code requirements.
• Minor problems that could lead to costly repairs, liability, and life/safety issues can be detected during permit inspections and brought to your attention before the situation worsens.
• When selling property, the buyer, realtor and/or lender may require that unpermitted work be corrected, properly permitted, and inspected before closing.
• Lack of permits and inspection approvals may void homeowner’s insurance.

5. Where can I get a permit?

All permitting is submitted on-line through the My Gov Permitting portal.

You can also call the Community Development Department at 360-793-2231.