***Our counter will now be closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on most days*** Due to limited staffing, please expect longer wait times.

Due to staffing shortages, service for electronic submittals may be delayed. You can help by ensuring that your submittal/application is accurate, complete and submitted ahead of schedule. 

During this time, we encourage in-person submittals as it may increase response times. We appreciate your patience and regret any inconvenience this may cause.

NEW HOURS BEGINNING APRIL 21ST

Beginning April 21, 2025, the Permits Counter will be open Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EXCEPT Wednesdays until further notice; Wednesdays will be by appointment only. We will be open during the lunch hour once these new counter hours begin.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we alter our hours to accommodate training of new staff in order to better serve you.

Business License

The City of Yakima has partnered with the Washington State Department of Revenue, Business Licensing Service (BLS) for the administration of City business license applications and renewals. The City will continue to process and administer regulatory license applications and renewals. Visit our Business License page for City of Yakima licensing information.

Code Compliance

Visit our Code Compliance page to find out more about the property maintenance code, the kind of neighborhood nuisances that our office addresses, and how to report a violation.

Dog License

As of May 7, 2023, dog licensing is now handled through the Code Administration via the online portal (www.buildingyakima.com). Information on how to apply and renew your license can be found on the Dog License page.

Online Permit Center

To schedule an inspection, please call the Inspection Scheduling Hotline at (509) 576-6682 or visit our Online Permit Center.

Visit our Online Permit Center

Visit our Permits page for your additional permit information.

Mission Statement – Code Administration Division

The mission of the Code Administration Division is to provide exceptional service to the citizens of the City of Yakima relating to building construction, fire and life safety and land issues.

Our goals for the accomplishment of this mission are as follows:

• Provide customer service in a timely, courteous and efficient manner.
• Inform the public of various code requirements, by coordinating our efforts with other departments and divisions to ensure prompt, accurate and consistent standards are met.
• Enforce all laws, rules and regulation relative to zoning, housing, building, mechanical, plumbing, sign, fire prevention, life safety, construction codes and ordinances.
• Provide staff assistance and counsel to the Board of Appeals
• Perform other duties as may be directed by law and/or the Director of Community and Economic Development.
• To compile and maintain statistical information as they relate to City Licenses and Permits issued.
• To maintain and continue the technical and professional skills our staff has.
• To ensure that the information relayed to the public is accurate and consistent with the codes administered within Washington State.