Planning Permit Center

A permit is required to conduct a business within a dwelling unit or on a residential site. The business activity must be secondary to the residential use of the property. This includes businesses that operate remotely and have no client or customer visits. A business license is also required. See Section 17.40.120, Home Occupation.

Apply for a Permit Online

• Under “Planning Projects,” select “Apply.”
• Create an account or log in. If you have previously applied for a Building or Planning Permit online, use the same account.
• Select the following project from the drop-down menu:
  • Project Type: Home Occupation Permit
• Complete all fields on the application.
• Upload the required attachments:
  • Indemnification Agreement and, if applicable, Property Owner Authorization
• An invoice will be emailed to you for payment.
• Work cannot proceed until fees are paid.
• Planning staff will contact you by email after receiving the electronic submittal if additional information is needed.

A dwelling unit, or part of a dwelling unit, that is rented for a period of less than 30 days requires a Short-Term Rental License. A business license and a fire inspection are also required. See the Town’s Short-Term Rental webpage for complete application and operating requirements.

Apply for a Permit Online

• Under “Planning Projects,” select “Apply.”
• Create an account or log in. If you have previously applied for a Building or Planning Permit online, use the same account.
• Select the following project from the drop-down menu:
  • Project Type: Short-Term Rental License
• Complete all fields on the application.
• Upload the required attachments:
  • Short-Term Rental License Application
  • Site plan and floor plan
  • Two documents showing proof of permanent residence, if applicable. See the last page of the application form.
  • Fire Inspection Report
• An invoice will be emailed to you for payment.
• Work cannot proceed until fees are paid.
• Planning staff will contact you by email after receiving the electronic submittal if additional information is needed.

A Temporary Use Permit may be required for short-term activities, events, sales, outdoor uses, or other temporary uses or structures on private property that are not part of the permanent approved use of a site. Depending on the event, a Fire District permit may also be required. See Chapter 17.60, Temporary Use Permits.

Apply for a Permit Online

• Under “Planning Projects,” select “Apply.”
• Create an account or log in. If you have previously applied for a Building or Planning Permit online, use the same account.
• Select the following project from the drop-down menu:
  • Project Type: Temporary Use Permit
• Complete all fields on the application.
• Upload the required attachments:
  • Indemnification Agreement and, if applicable, Property Owner Authorization
  • Dimensioned site plan and, if applicable, floor plan
  • Complete and detailed narrative, including hours of operation and setup, dates, parking, security, dimensions, and other relevant information
• An invoice will be emailed to you for payment.
• Work cannot proceed until fees are paid.
• Planning staff will contact you by email after receiving the electronic submittal if additional information is needed.

Except as established in Section 17.22.030.C, Exceptions, no protected, heritage, or significant tree may be removed, cut down, or otherwise destroyed unless a written permit is issued. This includes trees and tree roots that are causing damage to structures, foundations, water lines, or sewer lines. A Tree Removal Permit application must be submitted to the Planning Division for review, including for trees on single-unit residential parcels. See Section 17.22.030, Tree Preservation and Protection.

Apply for a Permit Online

• Under “Planning Projects,” select “Apply.”
• Create an account or log in. If you have previously applied for a Building or Planning Permit online, use the same account.
• Select the following project from the drop-down menu:
  • Project Type: Tree Removal Permit
• Complete all fields on the application.
• Upload the required attachments:
  • Indemnification Agreement and, if applicable, Property Owner Authorization
  • Site plan, arborist report, color photograph of the tree and, if applicable, a hazard evaluation form.
• An invoice will be emailed to you for payment.
• Work cannot proceed until fees are paid.
• Planning staff will contact you by email after receiving the electronic submittal if additional information is needed.

Use this option if your project does not clearly fit one of the permit types listed above or if you need help determining the appropriate planning application.

• This section is in progress. Other permits include design review, use permits, sign permits, zoning clearances, subdivisions, and other planning applications.
• Provide a clear project description, property address, site plan if available, and any specific questions for staff.
• Planning staff may contact you if a different application type or additional information is needed.

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