Adopted Codes

Building Department Codes


The State of Washington has adopted and amended the following building construction codes, effective February 1, 2021:

  • 2018 International Building Code
  • 2018 International Residential Code
  • 2018 International Mechanical Code
  • 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code
  • 2018 International Fire Code
  • 2018 Washington State Energy Code
  • 2016 NFPA Standard 72
  • 2016 NFPA Standard 13, 13-D, and 13-R

Online Link to International Codes with Washington State Amendments 
See Puyallup Municipal Code for local amendments. 

NOTE: Customers who submitted complete permit applications prior to February 1, 2021, will be reviewed per 2015 code requirements.

Design Requirements