City of Puyallup

Check Zoning & Sign Requirements

Planning Division
333 S. Meridian
City Hall - 2nd Floor
(253) 435-3604

This department will check the zoning requirements for your business or proposed business.  A business license does not guarantee that your location is properly zoned.  This is also the place to check on sign regulations.

Check for Fire and Safety Hazards

Fire Prevention Department
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue
253-538-6400

The Fire Inspector will inspect all commercial businesses and temporary stands for fire and life safety hazards.  Contact the office for any questions regarding permits, fees, requirements.

Apply for Food Worker's Permits and Other Food-related Licenses

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
3711 S. Pacific Avenue, Suite 201
Tacoma, WA
(253) 798-6460

If you will be working with food or beverages, you must contact the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department regarding sanitation codes, food worker's permits, and other licenses which may be needed.

Apply for Building Permits & Inspections

Building Services
333 S. Meridian
2nd Floor - City Hall
(253) 864-4165

If  you are a builder, homeowner, design professional or contractor, you can find key documents here that may help you to speed up the process of building, designing or remodeling in the community. 

Schedule new inspections and check permit and inspection status online.

Apply for Liquor License or Mandatory Alcohol Server Training Permit

Washington State Liquor Control Board License Division
3000 Pacific Ave. SE
Olympia, WA
(360) 664-1600

Any business selling or serving liquor is required to contact this board to obtain the appropriate licenses.