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Code Compliance

Code Compliance Responsibilities Code Compliance is a division of the Community Development Department and handles enforcement cases on private property on a complaint basis. The Division enforces land use and building code provisions to abate illegal …

Commercial Permit Exemptions

Commercial Permit Exemptions International Building Code (IBC), Section 105.2 Building One-story detached accessory structures** used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (as …

Residential Permit Exemptions

Residential Permit Exemptions International Residential Code (IRC), Section R105.2 Building Exception : Any work in any critical area including but not limited to wetlands, streams, landslide hazard and their buffers is not exempt from permits. Other than …

Sign Permits and Codes

Sign Permits and Codes Required Permits Any new or refaced commercial sign requires a  sign permit  (view sample sign plans ). With some exceptions, they must meet specific construction standards.The  Federal Way Revised Code  (FWRC) outlines construction …

Building Permits Issued

Building Permits Issued Building, plumbing, demolition, and electrical permits issued by the City of Federal Way. Permits issued earlier than the dates listed may be obtained by contacting the Permit Center at 253.835.2607 or email     June 2023 Monthly   …

Finance, Economic Development & Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC)

Finance, Economic Development & Regional Affairs Committee (FEDRAC) FEDRAC Membership ………………………………… ………………………………… Chair, Hoang Tran Term Expiration  12/31/2025   Member, Jack Dovey Term Expiration  12/31/2025   Member, Paul McDaniel Term Expiration …

Parks, Recreation, Human Services & Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS)

Parks, Recreation, Human Services & Public Safety Committee (PRHSPS) Responsibilities The Parks, Recreation, Human Services, and Public Safety Committee (PRHSPSC) reviews issues related to these particular areas. Items considered by PRHSPSC include the …

Human Services Commission Regular Meeting

Human Services Commission Regular Meeting Event category Main Calendar Time Details 5:30 PM Address City Hall, Hylebos Conference Room 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 Email cynthia.ricks-maccotan@cityoffederalway.com Cost 0 Event Description AGENDA: …

Finance/Economic Development/Regional Affairs Committee - Special City Council Meeting

Finance/Economic Development/Regional Affairs Committee - Special City Council Meeting Event category Main Calendar Time Details 4:30 PM Address City Hall, Hylebos Conference Room 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 Email Robyn.Buck@cityoffederalway.com …

South King Tool Library Meeting

South King Tool Library Meeting Event category Recycling Events Time Details Brown Bag Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Address Federal Way City Hall, Hylebos Room 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 Email recycle@cityoffederalway.com Links …

Court Dates

Court Dates Online Database You may look up your court date online by clicking here . Select Federal Way Municipal Court and click the search button. Next, enter your case number exactly as it appears on your court papers or your name and click the search …

Employee Resources

Employee Resources For all City Employees: Time Sheet Outlook Web Access Volunteer Access Wellness Your Way Mimecast Personal Portal SDS Sheets For the Police Department: PlanIt … Employee …

Land Use/Transportation Council Committee Regular Meeting (LUTC)/City Council Special Meeting

Land Use/Transportation Council Committee Regular Meeting (LUTC)/City Council Special Meeting Event category Main Calendar Time Details 5:30 PM Address City Hall, Council Chambers 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 Email …

Mayor's Office

Mayor's Office The City of Federal Way has an elected mayor form of government. The Mayor serves as the city's Chief Executive Officer and manages all the city departments (RCW. 35A 1200) and over 325 city employees in accordance with the policies and …

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting Event category Main Calendar Time Details 7:00 PM Address City Hall, Council Chambers 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 Email stephanie.courtney@cityoffederalway.com Contact Number 253 835-2540 Event Date Tue, Feb 2 2016, …

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