Forms &
Applications
Here you will find permits and applications available for all the divisions of Yakima County Public Services. Documents are listed in alphabetical order.
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Accessory Apartment
All new and existing Addressable Structures or Units within unincorporated Yakima County shall have a Site Address in accordance with the applicable provisions of the currently adopted Building and Fire Codes.” This form alerts the address coordinator of changes, information requests, or creation of a new address on the applicant’s parcel(s) outside of city limits.
Carport Permit
Carport Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Carport Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Carport Permit Package
Carport Submittal Checklist
Class I Zoning Review
Class I Development Assistance Brochure
Class I Review Handout Package
Class I Policy & Procedure
Class I Review Internal Checklist
Handout Class I Review Checklist
Critical Areas Ordinance
Deck Permit
Deck Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Deck Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Deck Permit Package
Uncovered Deck Submittal Checklist
Demolition Permit
Demolition Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Demolition Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Demolition Submittal Checklist
Demolition Permit Package
Early Assistance
Early Assistance Meeting Request
What Will An Early Assistance Meeting Do For Me
Event Permit Application
(Bike Race, Running Event, and Mixed) A special event application form permitting the use of county roadways for “mass-user” activities that can conflict with vehicle traffic. Regularly used for bicycle and running events in the unincorporated roadways of Yakima County.
Farm Building
Farm Building Development Assistance Brochure
Farm Building Permit Package
Farm Building Submittal Checklist Instruction Sheet
Farm Building Submittal Checklist
Fence Permit
Fence Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Fence Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Fence Submittal Checklist
Fence Permit Package
Franchise Application Form
In accordance with Chapter 36.55 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Yakima County maintains legal authority to grant franchises to interested parties. A franchise is an agreement of understanding between an authorized jurisdiction (Yakima County), and a prospective applicant that defines the rights and responsibilities of both the county and the individual or business in placing utilities in county right-of-way. The franchise sets forth the conditions of placement. The approving of a franchise shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in RCW 36.55.
Garage Permit
Garage Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Garage Permit Package
Garage Submittal Checklist Instruction Sheet
Garage-Storage Submittal Checklist
General
General Application for Construction
General Application for Land Use Actions
Grading Permit
Grading Development Assistance Brochure
Grading Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Grading Permit Supplemental Application
Grading Submittal Checklist
Grading Permit Package
Land Use Process
Land Use Fee Schedule
Long Plat
Major Home Occupation
Manufactured Home Permit
Manufactured Home Permit Package
Manufactured Home Submittal Checklist
MHP Development Assistance Brochure
MHP Permit Submittal Checklist Instruction Sheet
Mechanical Permit
Mechanical Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Mechanical Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Mechanical Submittal Checklist
Mechanical Supplemental Application
Mechanical Permit Package
Minor Rezone
Modification
Narrative Form
Nonconforming Type II Use Application
Nonconforming Urban Use Application
Patio Cover Permit
Covered Patio Submittal Checklist
Patio Cover Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Patio Cover Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Patio Cover Permit Package
Permit Extension
Pool Permit
Swimming Pool Submittal Checklist
Requirements
Supplemental Application
Development Assistance Brochure
Pool Permit Package (All the above items & General Application)
Plumbing Permit
Plumbing Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Plumbing Permit Intake Checklist Instruction Sheet
Plumbing Permit Supplemental Application
Plumbing Submittal Checklist
Plumbing Permit Package
Public/Private Road Name Request Form
A public petition form enabling public participation in the road naming process for: 1) newly created public or private roads; prior to approval of the final subdivision containing said roads and/or issuance of any building permit; 2) existing private roads that provide legal access to five or more addressable structures or units; 3) Re-naming existing roads with confusing or inconsistent road names that may adversely impact the efficient delivery of services by Law Enforcement, Fire or Emergency Medical responders, the US Postal Service or other private service providers. (Ord. 4-2007 § 6, 2007). The renaming of existing named roads, both public and private, shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in RCW 36.32.120(7).
Residential Addition Permit
Residential Addition Permit Intake Instruction Sheet
Residential Addition Example
Residential Addition Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Residential Addition Permit Intake Package
Residential Addition Submittal Checklist
Residential Alteration Permit
Residential Alteration Intake Checklist
Residential Alteration Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Residential Alteration Permit Intake Instruction Sheet
Residential Alteration Permit Package
Residential Building Permit
Application
Assistance Handout
Intake Checklist
Residential Submittal Checklist
Residential Building Permit Package
Single Family Residential Checklist
Single Family Residential Permit Development Assistance Brochure
Single Family Residential Review Checklist
WSEC & VIAQ Residential Prescriptive Compliance Form
Resubmittal Request
Right of Way User Permit Information Form
A Franchise Permit grants the applicant access to county right-of-way, and a Right-of-Way Use Permit documents “HOW” the work will be performed. The applicant can begin the Right-of-Way Use (RWU) Permit process at the same time as the franchise request; however, a RWU Permit will not be approved without a granted franchise. The applicant is required to submit a completed RWU Information Form and an approved traffic control plan for review by county staff. This permit request will be reviewed for location and construction specific information. Upon staff approval of the RWU Permit, traffic control plan, and granting of franchise, a Right-of-Way Use Permit will be issued.
Road Approach Permit
Per YCC 10.08, road approach permits (providing access to the county road system) are issued for either commercial or non-commercial purposes for the protection and preservation of the health and safety of the public. Permits may be granted for any location, except on designated limited access roads, that will not conflict with the safety and free movement of road traffic. The construction and maintenance of these approaches are subject to the design and construction controls described in the county code.
Road Closure Request Form (See Event Permit Application Form)
Road Improvement District / Local Improvement District (LID)
A public petition form seeking county action to make certain improvements to stated roadways / corridors. Note: It is understood that existing structure/utilities are moved and appropriate right-of-way must first be secured by (at not cost to) Yakima County prior to any projects being approved. The scheduling of road improvements shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in RCW 36.81.121.
Road Name Request
Public/Private Road Name Request Form
A public petition form enabling public participation in road naming process of newly created public or private roads; prior to approval of the final subdivision containing said roads and/or issuance of any building permit, or existing private roads that provide legal access to five or more addressable structures or units, Existing roads with confusing or inconsistent road names that may adversely impact the efficient delivery of services by Law Enforcement, Fire or Emergency Medical responders, the US Postal Service or other private service providers may be renamed. (Ord. 4-2007 § 6, 2007). The renaming of existing named roads, both public and private, shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in RCW 36.32.120(7).
SEPA
On-Line Service Request Form
This form is used to report problems involving county roads and/or signs. A downed sign, clogged culvert forcing water over the roadway, debris on the roadway, vegetation blocking views at an intersection are examples of general service requests reportable on this form. If the location of the problem is within city limits, please contact the respective municipality.
Short Plat
Site Plan Minimum Requirements and Supplementals
Commercial And Multi Family Industrial And Large Scale Agricultural Construction Supplemental
Excavation Or Grading Or Filling Supplemental
Flood Plain Or Critical Areas Supplemental
Propane Tanks Supplemental
Septic System Or Repair To Septic System Or Alteration To Septic System Or Existing System Evaluation Or Soil And Site Assessment Supplemental
Site Plan Minimum Requirements And All Supplemental
Site Plan Minimum Requirements
Urban Wild Land Risk Areas Supplemental
Small Works Roster Questionnaire (on-line)
The Small Works Roster (SWR) is a listing of State of Washington licensed contractors who have applied for and been placed on the roster. The SWR is used for projects under $200,000, makes it easier for contractors to compete for public works projects, and helps reduce the cost of bidding small projects. Candidate contractors for Yakima County projects may complete this online SMALL WORKS ROSTER QUESTIONNAIRE or view the current SMALL WORKS ROSTER
Speed Limit Change Request
A public petition form seeking county action to alter (increase or decrease) the speed limit on roadway(s) stated on the application. The petition is reviewed by Yakima County Public Services for traffic, safety, and vehicle movement issues. The altering of speed limits shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in (YCC 9.36.032)
Special Motor Vehicle (Over-Legal) Moving Permit Checklist
Used for moving over weight or over sized loads.
SSE
Frequently Asked Questions
Sample Site Plan
Short Subdivision Exemption Packet
Stop Sign Change Request
A public petition form seeking county action to install stop signs at an intersection stated on the application. The petition is reviewed by Yakima County Public Services for traffic, safety, and vehicle movement issues. The installation of traffic control devices shall be done only by a resolution of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners and only after a Public Hearing on the matter is held by the Board in the manner prescribed in (YCC 9.14.020)