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Conveyance Permits and Inspections

Permits for conveyance items, like elevators and escalators, are available at DPD's Applicant Service Center (location & hours). Be prepared before you come in! Download the conveyance permit application form online at our Over-the-counter forms website.

Permit Requirements
Elevator permits are required for installation of all elevators, escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters, handicap lifts, and material lifts in public and private buildings and private residences. Plan review (two sets of plans) is required for all elevator permits. The applicant must supply the following information:

  • Work site address
  • Name of building
  • Applicant (permit holder) information
  • Owner/tenant information
  • Description of work

Licensing
The professional who applies for the conveyance permit must have a state of Washington Contractor's license. Please see more information about that licensing on Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) website. 

Last Updated: March 14, 2007
Got Questions?
Visit the FAQ or call the Applicant Services Center at 684-8850.

 
Also, take a look at our Client Assistance Memos (CAMS) for user-friendly information on a range of permitting and land use polices and procedure you may encounter while conducting business with us. 

How much will my permit cost?  Visit our fees site to learn more.

 

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