Building Department

The Kelso Building Department issues permits for all new construction within the Kelso city limits. This involves the detailed examination of building plans, calculations, and specifications for compliance with building, plumbing and mechanical codes, as well as, field inspections of all aspects of construction and its various component parts and systems.

Contact Numbers:

Inspection Line: 360-577-3320

Permit Specialist: 360-423-9922 X 3324

Building & Planning Services Manager: 360-423-9922 X 3321

Location:

203 S. Pacific Ave., Kelso WA 98626

Hours: 8:00- 5:00, Monday through Thursday

Permitting Counter Closes at 4:30

City Offices will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Observance of the Juneteenth Holiday
City Offices will be closed Thursday & Friday July 3 & July 4, 2025 for the Independence Day Holiday
City Offices will be closed Monday, September 1 for the Labor Day Holiday