Electrical permits in City of Federal Way: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a electrical permit in City of Federal Way, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com..
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Federal Way's source.
When does a electrical need a permit in City of Federal Way?
Electrical work requires a permit except minor work — replacement of branch-circuit overcurrent devices and minor electrical repair (replacing lamps, connecting approved portable equipment) are exempt. Federal Way adopts NEC 2023.
In the source's own words
“Minor electrical repair work, including replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment.”Source ↗verified 2026-09-24
Required submittals
- scope description
- load calc for service changes
- panel schedule for new panels
Inspection sequence
- rough-in
- service inspection (if applicable)
- final
Contractor specialties needed
electrical-01-or-02
Who can do this work in City of Federal Way?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Federal Way and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the electrical permit with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Federal Way electrical quote.
Notes & caveats
Service upgrade: load calc per NEC 220. EV charger ≥40A: dedicated circuit + GFCI. AFCI required on most habitable-space circuits (NEC 210.12). Permit holder must hold L&I electrical contractor license (specialty 01 — general; 02 — residential ≤4 units; 03 — pump & irrigation; etc.).
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Federal Way electrical — 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: Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com. ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Electrical permit fees are set by circuit count and service size in the issuing agency's fee schedule.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull electrical permits in City of Federal Way every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Electrical permits in City of Federal Way — FAQ
When does a electrical need a permit in City of Federal Way?
Electrical work requires a permit except minor work — replacement of branch-circuit overcurrent devices and minor electrical repair (replacing lamps, connecting approved portable equipment) are exempt. Federal Way adopts NEC 2023.
How much does a electrical permit cost in City of Federal Way?
Current fee per the City of Federal Way fee schedule: Electrical permit fees are set by circuit count and service size in the issuing agency's fee schedule.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.