Plumbing permits in City of Everett: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a plumbing permit in City of 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 Planning Department.
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Everett's source.
When does a plumbing need a permit in City of Everett?
WAC 51-56 (2021 UPC) requires plumbing permit for installation, replacement, or relocation of any plumbing fixture, water heater, or piping. Like-for-like faucet replacement is exempt.
Required submittals
- fixture count + DFU calc for repipes
- water heater specs
- sewer line plan if site work involved
Inspection sequence
- rough-in / pressure test
- final
Contractor specialties needed
plumbing
Who can do this work in City of Everett?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Everett and Snohomish County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the plumbing permit with Everett Planning Department, carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Everett plumbing quote.
Notes & caveats
Water heater: T&P relief, expansion tank required if pressure >80psi or check valve installed. Sewer line: cleanouts at every 100ft + change of direction. Backwater valve required in flood zones.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Everett plumbing — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (3).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Everett Planning Department ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Plumbing permit fees are set by fixture count in the city's fee schedule.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull plumbing permits in City of Everett every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Everett Planning Department, handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Plumbing permits in City of Everett — FAQ
When does a plumbing need a permit in City of Everett?
WAC 51-56 (2021 UPC) requires plumbing permit for installation, replacement, or relocation of any plumbing fixture, water heater, or piping. Like-for-like faucet replacement is exempt.
How much does a plumbing permit cost in City of Everett?
Current fee per the City of Everett fee schedule: Plumbing permit fees are set by fixture count in the city's fee schedule.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.