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The following is a three-tab breakdown of the permit application process:
Step One: Research your property -
Visit the City's GIS Map to determine zoning, potential critical areas, etc. Each zoning district specifies required setbacks, hard surface area standards, land uses, and more. To quickly view specific layers (or groups of layers), use the following links:
Step Two: Ensure consistency with Edgewood Municipal Code -
As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that your project satisfies all applicable regulations, including the Edgewood Municipal Code (EMC). If you’re not sure about a particular regulation, we are here to help! Please contact the Front Counter with any questions at (253) 952-3299, or by email at permit@cityofedgewood.org.
Step Three: Gather forms, checklists, and other materials -
For most permit types, you will need an application form and checklist. Please visit the Permit Forms page for all available forms and checklists. Then, review the checklist(s) to identify all required submittal items, and work with your design professionals as needed to create or collect plans, calculations, and documents. Finally, ensure your submittal items are saved and named appropriately by following our Electronic Document Submittal Standards.
Create and submit your application electronically through the Edgewood Permit Portal -
If this is your first time applying for an electronic permit, you’ll need to make a new portal account. Visit portal.cityofedgewood.org and click “Sign Up” to create your account. Once you have an account, visit portal.cityofedgewood.org, click “My Portal” and then “Apply Online” to start your application.
- Fill out Project Details - Have your information available. Depending on your permit type, the application page will ask for project details such as impervious area or valuation of work.
- Upload required documents - Upload all required submittal items as PDF documents to your application. Not uploading all the required documents will delay the processing of your application.
- Submit your application - Once you’ve provided the necessary information and uploaded your documents, you’re ready to submit your application. Click the submit button at the bottom of the application page.
- Completeness Check - Staff will confirm that all required submittal documents have been provided. If any required submittal documents are missing, you will receive a Notice of Incomplete Application identifying what is needed.
- Pay fees - Payment of fees is the final piece of a complete application. You will receive an email containing instructions on how to make your payment. Your application will be fully complete when all required submittal documents have been provided and the appropriate review fees have been paid.
Now that you have a Complete Application, what is next?
Your complete application will be routed to the Development Review team. Staff members will review your application for compliance with the Edgewood Municipal Code (EMC). When an application requires your attention, you will receive email communication outlining your next steps.
Building Division Review Timelines
Still have questions?
Please email the Front Counter, or you can call us at 253-952-3299. We are happy to go through your project with you!