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1. When is a building permit required?

Visit our Building Permit Exemption page for a list of activities that do not require a building permit. If your activity is not listed, then a permit is required. Even if a building permit isn't required, structures must still meet zoning setback requirements and other permits (conditional use, grading or critical area permits) may also be necessary, so it is best to give us a call at 360-825-3593, or send an email.

2. Why should I get a permit?

Whether you do the work yourself or hire a contractor, building permit review and inspections help you protect the health and safety of your family, friends and customers who will use the constructed or altered structure. In addition, properly constructed and installed structures, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment will reduce your long term maintenance and repair costs. For more information please call us at 360-825-3593, or send an email.

3. Where do I submit a permit?

Submit your permit application package to the City of Enumclaw Community Development Department by emailing permits@ci.enumclaw.wa.us. If your total submittal is over 25 MB, please contact the office at (360) 825-3593 for further instruction.  If you need assistance finding the correct application or understanding the application/review process please contact our office.

The permit counter hours are from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday – Friday, the office is open to the public from 9 a.m – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, our office is located at 1309 Myrtle Avenue in Enumclaw.

For more information please give us a call at 360-825-3593, or send us an email at permits@ci.enumclaw.wa.us. 

4. How do I schedule an inspection?

Inspections are offered Tuesday through Friday, you can request an AM or PM inspection, we are unable to guarantee an exact time that we will be there.

You can schedule your inspection online by *clicking here*, please be sure to have your permit number ready.

Or

You can call our inspection voicemail line at (360) 615-5678, be prepared with the following in this order:

Permit Number

Site Address

Name of Inspection Requested

Date of Inspection Request

Contact Name

Contact Phone Number

Inspections must be called in by 3p.m to be scheduled for the following day. We do not return these calls, so please be prepared with all the required information.

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6. On a septic system?

You will need to contact Public Health-Seattle & King County Onsite Sewage Systems (OSS) to find if OSS review or a permit is required for your project.

Verification from OSS may be required with your building permit application.

Examples include: Additions to dwellings, detached buildings, and remodels that increase the number of bedrooms.

Visit OSS webpage: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/environmental-health/piping/onsite-sewage-systems.aspx.

Navigate to “Septic expert office hours” contact information and “Resources for Residents on Septic” – “Homeowners on a septic system”

 

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1. What is Media Services?

City of Enumclaw Media Services is a division of City Administration and is responsible for operating Enumclaw City Television Channel 21, city telecommunications equipment and service, city cellular telephone service, cable franchising, and this City of Enumclaw website.

2. What is cable franchising in the City of Enumclaw?

Under federal law, "franchising authorities" (in Washington State, these are cities and counties) can require cable television companies to negotiate a franchise (in other words, a contract) to provide cable TV service within a municipality. The City of Enumclaw currently has 1 non-exclusive franchise with Comcast Cable. Download the franchise document (PDF) for more information.

The city's Media Services division negotiates, monitors, and enforces the rules set forth in the franchise. The city collects a franchise fee of 5% of gross revenues from the Comcast for their use of the city's rights-of-way. Approximately $130,000 in franchise fees for around 3,000 subscribers was collected in 2009 and deposited into the city's General Fund.

Media Services also assists cable subscribers in resolving complaints and answering questions regarding their cable service. If you are a Comcast cable TV customer in the City of Enumclaw and have an issue that you are unable to resolve directly with Comcast, please feel free to contact Media Services at 360-615-5609.

3. What is the fee titled "Franchise Cost" on my cable TV bill?

The Franchise Cost is a fee that was negotiated as part of the city's franchise agreement with Comcast Cable for equipment for Enumclaw City Television (Channel 21). This way, equipment charges for ECTV are not paid by non-cable customers.

4. What is the cost stated "Franchise Fee" on my cable TV bill?

The Franchise Fee is the rent charge that the cable company pays the city in order to use our roads and to provide cable TV service to subscribers in our community. This fee is based on 5% of the revenue collected by the cable company. Federal cable legislation allows the cable companies to pass on this fee directly to its customers.

5. What is the Low-Income Discount for seniors or permanently disabled cable TV customers?

Comcast offers a 30% discount (or about $4) on limited, or the lowest tier of cable TV service offered. This discount is available to senior citizens (65 years or older) or those who have a permanent disability living in the City of Enumclaw, WA. To be eligible, a citizen must meet certain federal low income standards. Customers can subscribe to more than 1 service package but the low-income discount only applies to the limited tier of service. If you are on a special or introductory rate, you will not receive this discount until the offer has expired.

If you think you are qualified to receive a low income discount contact Media Services at 360-615-5609. You can also download the Comcast Cable Discount Form (PDF) online.

6. Who is the cable TV provider for city residents and how can I get in touch with them?

Comcast Cable Communications Inc.
4020 Auburn Way N.
Auburn, WA 98002
Ph: 877-824-2288

7. What can Media Services do for you - the cable customer?

As a cable customer in Enumclaw, Media Services can assist you in resolving billing or service disputes you may have with the cable company. If you meet the eligibility requirement Media Services can assist you in receiving a senior or disabled discount (PDF). Media Services can also answer all questions you may have regarding the franchise the city has with Comcast. These questions may include issues regarding customer service, Enumclaw City TV, and the city's fiber-optic Institutional Network (I-NET).

8. How do I contact Media Services?

Media Services can assist residents that live in the City of Enumclaw with cable TV issues, or questions about Enumclaw City TV and the city's website. Please contact:

Media Services

Email

City Hall

1339 Griffin Ave.

Enumclaw, WA 98022

Ph: 360-615-5609