What are the Design Criteria and building codes for San Juan County?

San Juan County has adopted the state building codes and has adopted some amendments to them.  This list of Design Criteria will help professionals correctly determine how to design structures built in our our area.

International Residential Code as amended by the state: IRC

International Building Code: IBC

WA state Building code council: SBCC.wa.gov

SJCC: San Juan County codes

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1. What are the Design Criteria and building codes for San Juan County?
2. I would like to build something. Where do I begin?
3. How can I get information on code that governs my project/permit?
4. What is a site plan, when do I need it and how is it made?
5. What are common building permits?
6. Is there a checklist of application documents?
7. How do I apply?