Building, Fire, and Signs

Obtaining building, fire, and sign permits is a critical step for construction projects such as additions, demolitions, retaining walls, and signage. These permits are processed by the Building Group to ensure all work complies with applicable safety codes, standards, and regulations that protect people and property.

Residential Interior Remodels

Guidance for completing and submitting a Residential Interior Remodel permit.

Residential New/Addition

Guidance for preparing and submitting a Residential New Construction or Addition permit.

Commercial Interior Remodels

Guidance for completing and submitting a Commercial Interior Remodel/Tenant Improvement permit.

Commercial New/Addition

Guidance for preparing and submitting a Commercial New Construction/Addition permit.

Demolition Permit

Guidance for completing and submitting a Residential or Commercial Demolition permit.

Fire Alarm Permit

Guidance for completing and submitting a Residential or Commercial Fire Alarm Permit.

Fire Sprinkler Permit

Guidance for completing and submitting a Residential or Commercial Fire Sprinkler Permit.

Retaining Walls

Designed to help applicants understand the requirements and process when preparing, designing and constructing a Retaining Wall.

Sign Permit (Permanent)

Designed to help applicants understand the requirements and process when preparing, designing and constructing a permanent sign.

Sign Permit (Temporary)

Designed to help applicants understand the requirements and process when preparing, designing and constructing a temporary sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

Designed to help answer some of the building frequently asked questions to better understand the permitting process.

Scheduling an Inspection Guidance

Schedule Inspection Online

By Telephone:

- For permits that start with M, E, P, or B call: 425-430-7202

- For permits that start with SS, SW, C, MFP or U call: 425-430-7203

- For permits that start with F call: 425-276-9580

Inspections may be scheduled as late as 11:59 p.m. on the day prior to the requested inspection. This benefit prevents us from offering time windows in advance. On the day of your inspection, visit the Online Permit Portal and select "Today's Inspections". You may use your inspector's contact information to coordinate a time window. For additional preparation guidance, view our helpful handout, "What to Expect from your Inspection(PDF, 957KB)".

Contact Us

Schedule Virtual Meeting

Building
Phone: 425-430-7215
Email: Building Customer Service

Hours and Location

Virtual
Monday - Friday
by Appointment

Phone & Email
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

In-Person
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Renton City Hall
1st Floor Customer Service
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057

Record Drawing - GIS Map

City of Renton Maps (COR Maps)

Resources

Forms / Applications

Informational Handouts

Renton Municipal Code (RMC)