Building Permits & Inspections

The Town of Creswell requires a building permit for all construction projects exceeding $5000.00. The cost of this permit is $10.00.  To view/print the building permit appliction, click the link below (if available).

The Washington County Inspections Department is responsible for issuing building permits and conducting inspections of all construction-related permits as well as the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy, Fire Prevention, and Special Events. CLICK HERE to visit the Washington County Inspections Department website for contact information as well as costs and requirements related to permits.

The Building Permits and Inspections Department is responsible for:

  • Conducting building construction inspections
  • Issuing building permits
  • Issuing certificate of occupancy permits
  • Reviewing building plans
  • Working directly with the Planning and Zoning Commission