Side sewer permits in City of Kirkland: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a side sewer permit in City of Kirkland, 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 Kirkland's source.
When does a side sewer need a permit in City of Kirkland?
The side-sewer permit is issued by whichever utility owns the sanitary sewer — the city, a sewer or water district, or a regional utility — under that utility's own code, with WAC 51-56 (2021 UPC) governing how the building sewer is laid. WHICH UTILITY IS A PER-PROPERTY FACT: a lot can sit inside a city for permitting and outside its sewer district, so confirm the owner of the main before applying. Triggered by a new connection, repair of more than about 2 ft of pipe, relining (CIPP), or capping at the property line for a demolition.
From City of Kirkland's own code
“(a) It is unlawful to make any connection with any public or private sewer, drain or natural outlet without complying with all the provisions of this chapter and Chapter 15.36 in relation thereto and having a permit to do so from the city. (b) If side sewer work is required in a public right-of-way or easement but outside of the property it serves, the city shall not issue a side sewer permit to any person unless such person holds a valid Washington State plumber’s certificate or permit, issued pursuant to Chapter 18.106 , Revised Code of Washington…”Source ↗verified 2026-09-06
Required submittals
- site plan with sewer line route
- depth + slope detail
- cleanout locations
- utility locate ticket
Inspection sequence
- pre-cover (open trench)
- air / water test
- final
Contractor specialties needed
side-sewer-contractor
Who can do this work in City of Kirkland?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Kirkland and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the side sewer 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 Kirkland side sewer quote.
Notes & caveats
Issuing body is the sanitary sewer utility, NOT the building department, and inspection is the utility's too. SOME utilities additionally require the contractor to hold a side-sewer card or registration before they will issue; it is not universal, so check the serving utility's own rules rather than assuming either way.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Kirkland side sewer — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (4).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com. ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Side-sewer permit fees are set by the utility that owns the main; some add a depth-based surcharge. Utility-issued, not building-permit-issued. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull side sewer permits in City of Kirkland 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
Side sewer permits in City of Kirkland — FAQ
When does a side sewer need a permit in City of Kirkland?
The side-sewer permit is issued by whichever utility owns the sanitary sewer — the city, a sewer or water district, or a regional utility — under that utility's own code, with WAC 51-56 (2021 UPC) governing how the building sewer is laid. WHICH UTILITY IS A PER-PROPERTY FACT: a lot can sit inside a city for permitting and outside its sewer district, so confirm the owner of the main before applying. Triggered by a new connection, repair of more than about 2 ft of pipe, relining (CIPP), or capping at the property line for a demolition.
How much does a side sewer permit cost in City of Kirkland?
Current fee per the City of Kirkland fee schedule: Side-sewer permit fees are set by the utility that owns the main; some add a depth-based surcharge. Utility-issued, not building-permit-issued. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.