Vancouver Washington Carport, Deck, Garage, Shed, and Shop Permit Checklist Guide

Vancouver's checklist for residential carports, decks, garages, sheds, and shops focuses on site plans, floor plans, foundation details, elevations, stormwater forms, and structural calculations.

Permit takeaway

For residential carports, decks, garages, sheds, or shops that require permits, Vancouver expects a complete residential application and plan package before review.

Zoning and placement

The site plan should show property lines, easements, driveways, right-of-way, buffers, existing structures, proposed structures, trees, retaining walls, and utility or stormwater systems.

Building and trade review

Foundation plans, exterior elevations, sections, and structural calculations may be required, including engineered lateral analysis or beam calculations for certain spans and loads.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if beams span 10 feet or more, engineered floor or roof systems are used, the project affects stormwater, or the structure is near easements or buffers.

Documents to prepare

• Residential application
• Site plan
• Proposed floor plan
• Foundation plan
• Exterior elevations
• Stormwater applicability form

Inspection planning

• Prepare complete drawings
• Submit electronically
• Resolve plan review comments
• Keep approved plans on site
• Schedule footing, framing, and final inspections as required

Official sources

• Vancouver Residential Carport Deck Garage Shed or Shop Checklist
• Vancouver Residential Site Plan Checklist
• Vancouver Residential Building Permits

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.