3042_001.pdfDAVID 0. EARLING
MAYOR
C1'rY OF EnMONIDS
1215 TH AVENUE NORTH - EDMONDS, WA 98020 - 425.771.0220 - FAX 425.771.0221
Website: www.edmondswa.gov
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Planning * Building
December 3, 2019
David Cummings
645 Edmonds Way
Edmonds, WA 98020
RE: House Fire at 645 Edmonds Way
Dear homeowner,
The City of Edmonds Fire Department has informed us of your structure fire that occurred on
December 2nd. We are truly sorry for your loss. The purpose of this letter is to inform you that
my office is available to assist you in obtaining the necessary building permits to rebuild or make
the needed repairs. We ask that you arrange for our City building inspector to perforin a site
inspection as soon as possible in order to help establish a reasonable scope of work for the
project and to determine whether there may be any restrictions on current use of the building.
This inspection may be scheduled by calling (425) 771-0220.
Enclosed is a City handout describing the general permit process. Additional handouts noted can
be found on the City's website at www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. Please feel free to contact a Permit
Coordinator at (425) 771-0220 for permit submittal information.
Sincerely,
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Leif Bjorback, CBO
Building Official
City of Edmonds
(425) 771-0220
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development information
Fire Damage Permit Submittal Requirements
PERMIT REQUIRED: A permit is required for the repair or remodeling of fire damaged structures.
DEFINITIONS: Repair means: Removal and replacement in kind of sheetrock, exterior plywood, siding, and
insulation. Plans are typically not required where the scope of repairs is minor, and the
permit may be issued over the permit counter. All work is subject to field inspections by
the City Building Inspector. Required inspections will be determined at permit issuance.
Remodeling means: Installing new or reconstructing walls within the existing structure,
whether bearing or non -bearing; replacing structural members such as beams, columns or
roof framing members. Plans are required and the City must review prior to permit
issuance. (See Handout #B61 for remodeling)
NON -CONFORMING When the cost of repair or restoration exceeds 75% of the current assessed building value,
STRUCTURES & THE the entire structure must comply with the current zoning code
ZONING CODE for setbacks, lot coverage, height, etc. Assessed value of the building is determined by the
Building Official based on floor area, or a current appraisal of the building.
• Floor area method: A dimensioned floor plan must be submitted with floor areas
noted for the dwelling and the garage. Current valuation costs will be applied as
established by the Building Official.
• Appraisal method: The appraisal document shall not be older than six months from
the date of permit application and must be prepared by a State of Washington
Certified General Appraiser.
The value of repairs is based on contractor's bid. The bid must be itemized and be accepted
by the Building Official to accurately reflect the construction costs. Repairs to structures
regardless of the extent of damage shall meet current building, fire and energy codes.
CODES: International Building & International Residential Code (Current Edition)
Edmonds Community Development Code Chapter 17.40
FEE: Based on a licensed contractor's bid.
PROCEDURES:
1. Complete Permit Application Fo"n A and submit at City Hall. Include contractor's bid itemized scope of work with
plans (when required for remodeling as noted above).
2. Apply for any required supplemental permits such as plumbing (See Handout 055) and mechanical (See Handou
#B51). Electrical permits are obtained from the Department of Labor & Industries in Everett (425-290-1309) or
www.Ini.wa.Rov.
NOTE: THIS HANDOUT COVERS GENERAL INFORMATION ON A TYPICAL FIRE DAMAGED SINGLE FAMILY STRUCTURE. SPECIFIC INFORMATION
PARTICULAR TO A PROJECT MUST BE DISCUSSED WITH THE BUILDING OFFICIAL. THE PURPOSE OF THIS HANDOUT IS TO ASSIST THE PUBLIC IN
COMPLYING WITH DETAILED PERMIT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS. IT IS NOT A COMPLETE LIST OF PERMIT OR CODE REQUIREMENTS AND
SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A SUBSTTFUTE FOR APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILrIY OF THE OWNER/DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL TO REVIEW THE SUBMITTAL FOR COMPLETENESS AND APPLICABILITY TO OTHER CODES.
Revised 09/2010