Frequently Asked Questions

No. County code prohibits the issuing of an address for vacant parcels. Yakima County will process an address during the building permit process for the construction of permanent residence or a commercial structure.

Yakima County Code 13.26 generally recognizes habitable or legally occupied structure on a lot, parcel or tract, but may also include other structures as determined necessary by the Yakima County Building Official and/or Yakima County Fire Marshal to comply with applicable Building and/or Fire Codes.

Non-Addressible structures include (but not limited to): conditional use residences, travel trailers / camper trailers, mobile homes still on axles/wheels, agricultural/farm equipment storage structures, storage sheds, pools, fuel tanks, and signage.

In most cases yes. Common issues that result in an address change include: relocating a driveway to a different roadway, subdivision of a parent parcel creating 5 or more residential lots, subdivision of a parent parcel with multiple permanent residences/business that will be coated on each new parcel created, and private driveways that serve 5 or more residences/buisnesses. Any questions regarding other issues can be directed to the Addressing Coordinator at 509-574-2344.

Address Permits cost $90, if approved. Application can be obtained on line or at the public services office.