Fence permits in Sammamish: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a fence permit in Sammamish, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Sammamish Community Development.
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to Sammamish's source.
When does a fence need a permit in Sammamish?
A building permit is not required for a fence 7 feet or less in height (adopted 2021 WA IRC R105.2(2), adopted by SMC 16.05.080); taller fences require a permit. Zoning height/setback limits still apply.
In the source's own words
“Fences not over 7 feet (2134 mm) high.”Source ↗verified 2026-05-29
Required submittals
- Site plan w/ heights and setbacks (if permit required)
Inspection sequence
- Final (if permit required)
Contractor specialties needed
General contractor
Who can do this work in Sammamish?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout Sammamish and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the fence permit with Sammamish Community Development, carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a Sammamish fence quote.
Notes & caveats
Threshold quotes the adopted 2021 WA IRC R105.2(2); Sammamish adopts the IRC via SMC 16.05.080. No fence-specific Sammamish handout is published.
Fence permit fee estimate in Sammamish
Worked example for a $6,000 fence project (building permit). Your actual fee scales with project valuation.
| Building permit fee | $319.13 |
| Plan review | $207.43 |
| Technology surcharge | $78.98 |
| WA state surcharge | $6.50 |
| Estimated total | $612.04 |
A fence over 7 feet needs a building permit in Sammamish, priced on the value of the work: $142.05 up to $500, and $142.05 for the first $500 plus $6.31 for each $100 more up to $2,000, and $236.77 for the first $2,000 plus $20.59 for each $1,000 more up to $25,000. The City adds a 15% technology fee to each fee (2026 Fee Schedule). Apply via mybuildingpermit.com. Computed from Sammamish'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 fence in Sammamish — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline, critical-area or historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals: what Required submittals above lists.
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Sammamish Community Development ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (about $612 for a $6,000 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 Sammamish Community Development, handles reviewer comments, and builds the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Fence permits in Sammamish — FAQ
When does a fence need a permit in Sammamish?
A building permit is not required for a fence 7 feet or less in height (adopted 2021 WA IRC R105.2(2), adopted by SMC 16.05.080); taller fences require a permit. Zoning height/setback limits still apply.
How much does a fence permit cost in Sammamish?
For a $6,000 fence project, the estimated Sammamish permit fee is about $612.04 (building fee $319.13 + plan review $207.43 + surcharges) from Sammamish's adopted fee schedule. Land use, fire and engineering review, intake, impact and utility fees, where they apply, are charged separately.