Moses Lake, WA · Grant County
Alternative Materials, Design or Methods of Construction and Equipment Review
This request asks the City of Moses Lake to review proposed alternative building materials, designs, construction methods, or equipment for a project.
What this form is
Use this request to seek approval for alternative materials, designs, methods of construction, or equipment under the International Building, Fire, or Residential Code. The form asks for project and building details, the subject of the alternative, the applicable code requirement, the proposed alternative, and supporting justification. Submit plans and supporting documents as applicable; the city reviews the request and notifies the applicant of the result and any document review or permitting costs.
Who needs it
Property owners, architects, engineers, developers, or contractors requesting approval of an alternative for a construction project use this form.
How to submit it
Submit one copy of all documents in electronic format, including plans if applicable. The form does not identify a submission destination.
About notarization
This form does not require a notary; the property owner and applicable architect, engineer, or developer/contractor sign, and the request is dated.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Alternative Materials, Design or Methods of Construction and Equipment Review application.
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Complete the Request
Provide the project and building details, code requirement, proposed alternative, and justification requested on the form.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Include one electronic copy of all documents, including plans if applicable, and supporting evidence for the proposed alternative.
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Submit the Application
Submit the documents electronically. The form does not specify a submission destination.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Alternative Materials Review?
- No. This form does not require notarization; the property owner and applicable architect, engineer, or developer/contractor sign, and the request is dated.
- How do I submit the Alternative Materials Review?
- Submit one copy of all documents in electronic format, including plans if applicable. The form does not provide a submission destination.
- What information does the application request?
- It asks for project and building details, the subject of the alternative, the applicable code requirement, the proposed material or method, and supporting justification.
- What supporting documents should I include?
- Include plans if applicable and supporting information such as references, test reports, or expert opinions as needed to explain and justify the proposed alternative.
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