Deck permits in Everett: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a deck permit in Everett, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Everett Public Works — Permit Services.
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to Everett's source.
When does a deck need a permit in Everett?
Everett follows IRC default: permit required if deck >30in above grade or attached. Critical-area overlays may require additional review.
How Everett adopted this rule
The threshold comes from the state code (WAC 51.51), which Everett adopts by reference in the provision quoted below.
“The current edition of the International Residential Code, published by the International Code Council, Inc., as adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-51 WAC, as now or hereafter amended.”Source ↗verified 2026-04-26
What Everett says in its own permit handout
From Permit exemptions - one- and two-family dwellings (PDF), published by Everett. This is the jurisdiction's own guidance on its permit process, not the ordinance text — where the two differ, the code governs.
“Decks not exceeding 200 square feet in area, that are not more than 30 inches above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.4.”Handout ↗read 2026-09-05
Required submittals
- Site plan with setbacks
- Framing plan w/ ledger detail
- Footing detail
- Guard/handrail detail
Inspection sequence
- Footing
- Framing
- Final
Contractor specialties needed
General contractor
Who can do this work in Everett?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout Everett and Snohomish County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the deck permit with Everett Public Works — Permit Services, carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for an Everett deck quote.
Notes & caveats
Ledger connection details per IRC R507. Guards required for walking surfaces ≥30in above grade (R312). Lateral load connection required for attached decks (R507.9.2).
Deck permit fee estimate in Everett
Worked example for an $18,000 deck project (building permit). Your actual fee scales with project valuation.
| Building permit construction fee | $659.50 |
| Plan review | $494.63 |
| Planning Department review (10% of permit fee) | $65.95 |
| WA state surcharge | $6.50 |
| Estimated total | $1,226.58 |
Everett sets a deck's valuation at $45 a square foot open or $79 covered, stairs included, and prices the building permit on it: $150 for work valued up to $2,000, $295.50 plus $22.75 for each $1,000 over $2,000 up to $25,000, and $818.75 plus $21.75 for each $1,000 over $25,000 up to $50,000. Plan review adds 75% of that fee and Planning's review 10%, plus the $6.50 state building code fee. Computed from Everett's adopted fee schedule · source ↗. Land use, fire and engineering review, intake, impact and utility fees, where they apply, are charged separately.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your deck in Everett — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline, critical-area or historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals: the 4 documents under Required submittals above.
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Everett Public Works — Permit Services ↗
- 4. Track review (typical: 10–21 days). Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (about $1,227 for an $18,000 project) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files with Everett Public Works — Permit Services, handles reviewer comments, and builds the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Deck permits in Everett — FAQ
When does a deck need a permit in Everett?
Everett follows IRC default: permit required if deck >30in above grade or attached. Critical-area overlays may require additional review.
How much does a deck permit cost in Everett?
For a $18,000 deck project, the estimated Everett permit fee is about $1,226.58 (building fee $659.50 + plan review $494.63 + surcharges) from Everett's adopted fee schedule. Land use, fire and engineering review, intake, impact and utility fees, where they apply, are charged separately.
How long does Everett take to review a deck permit?
Typical review window: 10–21 days. Over-the-counter eligible for some scopes.