Building Permits, Licenses and Inspections

Announcement: New Plan and Code Adopted

Starting July 31, 2026, the Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan and updated Zoning Map and Code will go into effect.

Until then, the 2011 Comprehensive Plan and existing zoning map and code continue to be in place.

This is a big milestone for our city, and many community members were involved and provided input that shaped this plan and code – Thank you!

Learn more about the vision and what’s next.

Start your commercial or residential project here. We offer land use development, engineering and building permit services online and in person.

Resources are available online anytime to research project requirements, email applications or questions, upload plan submittals, schedule inspections or a virtual appointment.

Development Engineering

Land Use Applications

Building Permits

Contact Us

Email

Permit Specialist

  • Permit Questions
  • ePlans Technical Support

ePlans@cityofvancouver.us

Building Plans Examiner

  • Commercial Questions
  • Residential Questions
  • Energy Code Questions

planreview@cityofvancouver.us

In-Person

In-Person Service

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

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