Retaining Wall Permits

A retaining wall permit is required when elevation change is greater than 2 feet.

Project Details

Please note that the required project details will vary based on each project's unique characteristics.

• Number of Retaining Walls
• Total Linear Feet of Retaining Wall(s)

Project Checklist, Affidavits and Information Sheets

• Checklist
  • Document Submission Requirements and Naming Conventions
• Affidavits
  • Ownership Affidavit
  • Notice of Commencement
  • Lien Law Acknowledgement
  • Owner Builder Disclosure Affidavit
• Information Sheets
  • Adopted Codes and Required Code Summary Information
  • Growth Management Department Fee Schedule

Review Time Frame

The review time frame for a retaining wall permit is 14 work days.