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New Construction

Program Lead: Curtis Eavenson, (360) 397-2186 ext. 3320

New construction activities involve the review and approval of land use and commercial building applications.

Fire marshals also review and inspect:

  • Above and below ground flammable liquid tanks
  • Propane tank installations
  • Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
  • Automatic Fire Alarm systems
  • Storage, Use and Handling of Hazardous Materials
  • Repair garages, paint booths and other hazardous equipment installations
  • Processes such as semi-conductor manufacturing that involves hazardous materials

Plan Review

Staff reviews and approves submitted plans and conducts onsite inspection to assure that buildings are constructed in accordance with current fire and life safety code requirements.

Plan Review Application (PDF - 11K)

Inspections

All inspections require one working day prior notice. (For example, submit the request on Monday for a Tuesday inspection.)

Inspection Request

Case History

You can find the permit history of any building or development project processed by Clark County beginning with 1999.

Fees

Fees have been established for the various reviews and inspections performed by the fire marshal. The fee varies according to the application. The fire marshal's fee schedule is listed in Section 6.120 of the Clark County Code. The 2009 Adopted Fees (PDF - 23K) are the most updated fees. Fees are reviewed and updated on an annual basis.

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Clark County Community Development: Marty Snell, Director
Street address: 1300 Franklin Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Mailing address: P.O. Box 9810, Vancouver, WA 98666-9810
Main phone: (360) 397-2375 | Fax: (360) 397-2011
E-mail: commdev@clark.wa.gov

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