University Place, WA · Pierce County
Floodplain Development Application Form
Property owners and applicants use this form to apply for a University Place floodplain development permit for proposed work in or affecting a floodplain.
What this form is
The application requests project and property details, flood zone and base flood elevation information, proposed work and construction type, and filling or grading details. The information sheet says a floodplain development permit is required in addition to other regulatory permits when a proposed project is within or affects the floodplain. Applicants must submit plans, an elevation certificate, and the permit fee, along with applicable supporting documentation.
Who needs it
Property owners or their agents proposing work within or affecting a floodplain in University Place need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the University Place Permit Center at 3609 Market Place W, Suite 200, University Place, WA 98466-4488. Include three sets of plans, including three site plans, an elevation certificate, and the floodplain development permit fee.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Floodplain Development Application Form.
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Complete The Application
Enter project, applicant, property-owner, flood zone, construction, and grading details, then sign and date the certification.
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Gather Required Submittals
Prepare three sets of plans, including three site plans, an elevation certificate, and the floodplain development permit fee.
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Submit To The Permit Center
Submit the application and required materials to the University Place Permit Center at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Floodplain Development Application request?
- It asks for project, applicant and property-owner details, flood zone information, proposed development and construction details, and filling or grading information.
- What must I submit with the application?
- The listed submittal requirements are three sets of plans, including three site plans, an elevation certificate, and the floodplain development permit fee. The information sheet also describes supporting plans and documentation.
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Development Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the document does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Development Application?
- Submit it to the University Place Permit Center at 3609 Market Place W, Suite 200, University Place, WA 98466-4488, with the listed plans, elevation certificate, and permit fee.
Need something notarized?
This Floodplain Development Application Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another University Place form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.