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Redmond permit search: look up, apply and check a permit

Redmond’s Development Services Center handles construction permits. Search building permit records in REPS using an address or keywords. For projects needing plan review, PRO sends a permit number and documentation instructions within 48 hours. Redmond says about constructing or removing a wall: “Yes, minor remodeling projects such as this are considered to be alterations and therefore a permit is required.” Search Redmond permits in REPS

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Redmond permit figures at a glance

PRO submission instructions — Redmond, read November 3, 2026Within 48 hours: email with permit number and documentation instructions.How to Apply | Redmond, WA, City of Redmond, read 2026-11-03
Permit validity — Redmond, read November 3, 2026365 days without inspections; a passed inspection extends expiration by 365 days.Residential Permits | Redmond, WA, City of Redmond, read 2026-11-03
Homeowner inspection window — Redmond, read November 3, 20261-hour window for homeowners conducting their own work.Schedule Inspection | Redmond, WA, City of Redmond, read 2026-11-03

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Do I need a permit for a fence in Redmond?

The Redmond fence answer sets a height trigger and also addresses property boundaries. Its requirement applies to construction above 7 feet. Keep the boundary condition with the height rule when describing the proposed fence; the FAQ states both in the same answer.

A permit is required for construction of a fence if over 7 feet in height. Property lines shall be adhered to when constructing a fence.

Source: FAQs - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ, read 2026-11-03

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Do I need a permit for a shed in Redmond?

For a detached storage or play shed, the Redmond FAQ considers both story count and floor area. Its answer covers a structure accessory to a residential or commercial building, with a permit trigger when it has more than one story or exceeds the stated floor-area limit.

Yes, if the structure is more than one story or has a floor area larger than 200 S.F. and is accessory to a commercial or residential building.

Source: FAQs - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ, read 2026-11-03

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What work does not need a permit in Redmond?

The Residential Permits page lists a one-story accessory-structure exemption and a separate window-replacement exemption. The shed condition is a floor area no greater than 200 square feet. Window replacement depends on keeping the existing opening and preserving the operable opening size.

Source: Residential Permits | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

Decks need a separate reading: the FAQ considers attachment to a structure, area and height. It distinguishes the permitted construction cases from detached decks within its stated limits. That deck-specific answer is more detailed than treating a deck as an accessory shed.

Yes, a permit is required for construction or alteration of decks attached to a structure, over 200 S.F., or more than 30 inches above grade. A permit is not required for detached decks, not over 200 SF and under 30 inches in height.

Source: FAQs - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ, read 2026-11-03

Can a homeowner pull their own permit in Redmond?

The city publishes an inspection-scheduling option for homeowners conducting their own work. Those homeowners can arrange a 1-hour inspection window through the inspection scheduling instructions. This is an owner-work provision in the inspection process; the captured sentence does not establish who may submit a building permit application.

Inspections can be requested online through the Redmond ePermitting Service (REPS) or via phone through our Interactive Voice Response system (IVR) system.

Source: Schedule Inspection | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

How much is a permit and how long does it take in Redmond?

City of Redmond residential permit fees — effective February 1, 2026

These are separate components in the city’s residential calculation instructions, effective February 1, 2026. Trade permits are issued separately. The residential schedule separates building permits from electrical, mechanical, plumbing and fire permits. Its calculation instructions add review charges and surcharges. The schedule also distinguishes amounts collected at submission from amounts collected at issuance, so the quoted components are not a complete project total.

Step 2: For applicable plan review fees add Fire, Planning, Public Works fees and 65% of the Building permit fee.

Source: Residential Building Permit Fees — Effective 2.1.2026, Effective 2.1.2026, read 2026-11-03

Step 3: Add a 4% Technology Surcharge fee (applied to the total permit fees).

Source: Residential Building Permit Fees — Effective 2.1.2026, Effective 2.1.2026, read 2026-11-03

Step 4: Add a State Building Code surcharge $6.50.

Source: Residential Building Permit Fees — Effective 2.1.2026, Effective 2.1.2026, read 2026-11-03

The PRO timing statement concerns the email that supplies a permit number and instructions for sending documentation. It describes the next submission step. Read that response stage separately from the later review process; the city places it under Plan Reviewed Permits Online.

Use the dropdown menus to select the type of permit you want. Within 48 hours you will receive an email with a permit number and detailed instructions about how to submit your permit documentation.

Source: How to Apply | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

Before you apply in Redmond: checklist

Choose the submission path that matches the permit. Redmond describes REPS as the route for over-the-counter permits that do not need plan review, and PRO as the request route for reviewed permits. The term over-the-counter does not require an in-person submission.

Over-the-Counter (OTC) permits are permits that do not require plan review. The term does not imply that they need to be submitted in person. Submit an OTC permit using the REPS Portal.

Source: How to Apply | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

For a reviewed submission at the counter, gather the application checklist documents in PDF format on a USB drive. Redmond’s appointment instructions also reject paper plans. These are the city’s counter-submission requirements; the PRO response supplies instructions for submitting documentation online.

All submittal documents must be on a USB drive and in PDF format. All the files listed as required in the submittal checklist on the application form must be provided.

Source: How to Apply | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

Redmond permit status

REPS can show inspection status as well as provide the permit-record download. Inspection requests can be submitted online. For the online scheduling route, Redmond states an 11 p.m. cutoff for the next business day. The residential instructions also require requests before covered work and a final inspection.

Requests must be made by 11 p.m. to be scheduled for inspections on the next business day.

Source: Schedule Inspection | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

Inspections need to be requested throughout the entire process and before covering up any work that has been done. Skipping inspections could lead to a delay in your project.

Source: Residential Permits | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

A FINAL inspection is required to complete the inspection process.

Source: Residential Permits | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

How do I contact the Redmond building department?

The Development Services Center brings together planning, building, civil and fire-prevention staff for permit questions. Its responsibility includes construction-permit review and issuance. Use the official center page to reach the public office and choose the relevant permit discipline.

The Development Services Center (DSC) is responsible for reviewing and issuing a wide array of Land Use and Construction Permits ranging from simple same day permits to complex development projects.

Source: Development Services Center | Redmond, WA, read 2026-11-03

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