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Ferndale building permits
Ferndale, Washington — as published 2026-09-16.
Reviewed 2026-09-15 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Building Permit
Required for construction, alteration and repair work in Ferndale, reviewed under the 2021 International Building Code as adopted in FMC Chapter 15.04.
Reviewed 2026-09-15 · Source
Requirements
- A building permit is required before beginning regulated construction
- Commercial work is reviewed under the IBC (Chapter 51-50 WAC); one- and two-family dwellings under the IRC (Chapter 51-51 WAC)
- The operative text is the WASHINGTON-amended edition, not the published International one
Required documents
- RequiredApplication as required by the City of FerndaleApplication as required by the City of Ferndale
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit fee | Not stated in this guide - see notes | Ferndale's permit fee AMOUNTS are not printed in this guide. Show full citationHideFerndale's permit fee AMOUNTS are not printed in this guide. FMC Chapter 15.04 names the authority rather than the numbers: "Permit fees shall be as contained in the City's most current approved Fee Code." There is also a separate FMC Chapter 15.12, Building Valuation Schedule and Plan Checking. Ask the city for the current Fee Code rather than rely on a figure quoted second-hand. |
Verify a Contractor Licence
Washington contractors register with the Department of Labor & Industries. Registration is a STATE record; Ferndale does not issue it.
Reviewed 2026-09-15 · Source
Requirements
- Check contractor registration with Washington State Labor & Industries
Required documents
- RequiredApplication as required by the City of FerndaleApplication as required by the City of Ferndale
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit fee | Not stated in this guide - see notes | Ferndale's permit fee AMOUNTS are not printed in this guide. Show full citationHideFerndale's permit fee AMOUNTS are not printed in this guide. FMC Chapter 15.04 names the authority rather than the numbers: "Permit fees shall be as contained in the City's most current approved Fee Code." There is also a separate FMC Chapter 15.12, Building Valuation Schedule and Plan Checking. Ask the city for the current Fee Code rather than rely on a figure quoted second-hand. |
Sources & verification
Key facts verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-09-15.
Codes & ordinances
Department & other records
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