City of Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island, Washington, Whidbey Island's Premier Waterfront Community

The City’s Development Services Department usually requires a permit for projects in Oak Harbor that involve new or changed uses of property, construction or alterations or additions to a building, even if the renovations are interior.

In order to understand what types of activity are exempt from permitting, go online to the Oak Harbor Municipal Code (see link below), or call the Development Services Department at (360)-279-4510 to speak with a permit specialist, or visit the Department. Even if a building permit is not required, your project may, however, still be subject to other applicable codes and development standards.

Oak Harbor Municipal Code

If you have determined you need a permit or are looking for a permit, form, or application click here:  (Development Applications)

For building permit applications click here:  (Building Dept. Applications)

You can also use the links in the navigation bar to the left to find more informationon the review process, applications, relevant codes and other development related information.