Bellingham, WA · Whatcom County
Alternative Methods and Materials Request
This form lets a project representative request City of Bellingham consideration and approval of alternate construction materials, methods, or code modifications.
What this form is
Use this form to request consideration and approval of alternate materials, construction methods, or code modifications for a project. It asks for project and permit details, the requester’s information, and an explanation of the proposed change; supporting documents must describe the proposal, explain why it is needed, and document its equivalence in specified areas.
Who needs it
An owner, architect, engineer, contractor, or other applicant requesting a construction-code alternative for a project can complete this form.
How to submit it
The form lists the Permit Center at 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, and [email protected]. It also provides phone and fax numbers.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the form asks the signer to sign and date it, with no notarized or sworn attachment described.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Alternative Methods and Materials Request PDF.
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Complete The Request
Fill in the project, permit, address, requester, relationship to project, and proposed change information.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Attach detailed descriptions, reasons for the alternative, and documentation of equivalence in the areas specified on the form.
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Submit To The City
Send the completed request to the Permit Center using the address or email listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Alternative Methods and Materials Request?
- It is a form for requesting City of Bellingham consideration and approval of alternate materials, construction methods, or modifications to code provisions.
- What supporting documents does the request require?
- Include detailed descriptions of the proposed change and alternative, the reasons for it, and documentation of equivalence in suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, safety, and sanitation.
- Do I need a notary for the Alternative Methods and Materials Request?
- No. The form asks the signer to sign and date it, and it does not describe a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Alternative Methods and Materials Request?
- The form lists the Permit Center at 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, and [email protected]. Contact details are also listed on the form.
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