Community Development Building Services
Our Community Development team is here to provide quality services to the community in a manner that is comprehensive, efficient, knowledgeable and helpful. Community Development is responsible for enforcing the City's building and specialty codes, as well as permitting and inspections. From examining plans to maintaining construction records, this department ensures the saftey and well being of the citizens of La Center.
Building permits are required for new construction and most alterations to existing buildings in the City of La Center.
Questions: If you're not sure about something, please contact us first, before commencing activities.
Building Inspections
Inspection Number: 360-263-6702
Inspections must be requested by voicemail to the Building Inspection Phone Line; 360-263-6702 When requesting an inspection, please provide the following information.
Checklist for New Single Family Residence Building Permits
The following is a Single Family Residence Building Packet that includes a checklist of what you will need to provide us:
- Master Residential Permit Application Packet
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Master Residential Building Application
The following is for use on all Residential Permits (Plumbing, Mechanical, Sheds, etc.)
Master Commercial Building Application
The following is for use on all Commercial Permits (Plumbing, Mechanical, Sheds, etc.)
Meet our Team
Public Works Director, P.E., Bryan KastAssistant Public Works Director, City Engineer, P.E., Tony Cooper
Building Official, John Wilson
- Office phone: 360-263-2701 - Cell phone: 360-836-9651
Permit Technician, Jessica Nash