Whatcom County Building Permits & Property Data

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1,075 indexed permits · Whatcom County, Washington.

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Whatcom County building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 652
Newest permit 2026-09-18

PermitGrab tracks 1,075 building permits in Whatcom County, WA as of 2026-09-18.

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Whatcom County building permit activity

263 building permits were published by this source for Whatcom County in the last 30 days — up 10.5% from the prior 30 days. Over 90 days: 652 permits.

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2026-09-20
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Updated recently · 2026-09-18
Whatcom County had 263 building permit records published in the last 30 days, led by 81 hvac, 23 plumbing and 13 general construction.

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Permit data through 2026-09-18

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2026-09-18 Fire Protection 4523 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 New, w/lu, sfr w/attached garage Master Plan 2319 Garage Left Elevation A Main L… 950 sf residential
2026-09-18 General Construction 3160 AGATE BAY LN Bellingham WA 98226 New, Un-Finished/Un-Heated detached garage. Main Level Shop 1632sf, Upper Level … 1,632 sf residential
2026-09-18 HVAC/Mech 562 W LAKE SAMISH DR Bellingham WA 98229 Heat Pump NEW - 1 heat pump New installation HVAC installation
2026-09-18 General Construction 2986 HAYNIE RD Custer WA 98240 ACCESS EXISTING TERMINAL POLE, THEN RISER DOWN & BORE APPROX. 100' ACROSS HAYNIE…
2026-09-18 General Construction 1040 POLINDER RD Lynden WA 98264 Power company replaced a pole. Ziply to transfer existing equipment and attachme…
2026-09-18 General Construction 2962 HAYNIE RD Custer WA 98240 ACCESS EXSITING POLE & OVERLASH TO EXISTING POLE, THEN OVERLASH ACROSS HAYNIE RD…
2026-09-18 General Construction 4523 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 Driveway connection and construction staging
2026-09-18 HVAC/Mech 6748 LA MONTE DR Lynden WA 98264 Replacing furnace like for like furnace like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-18 General Construction 7407 VALLEY VIEW RD Ferndale WA 98248 New ADU apartment within existing shop. See ADM2024-00046. 943SqFt Living. 1 Bed… 943 sf 1 beds residential
2026-09-18 HVAC/Mech 7459 CEDARWOOD PL Ferndale WA 98248 Replacing furnace like for like furnace like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-18 Fire Protection 5544 SAND RD Bellingham WA 98226 New, SFR w/attached garage 3 Bed 3 Bath Main Living-1895sf Upper Living-929sf Un… 1,895 sf 3 beds residential
2026-09-18 HVAC/Mech 8026 BIRCH BAY DR Blaine WA 98230 Re-route existing lines from pool to mechanical room. replacement
2026-09-18 Plumbing 16 STABLE LN Bellingham WA 98229 Remove/replace 50-gal electric water heater in the hall closet electric replacement Water heater
2026-09-18 General Construction 10 HORSESHOE CIR Bellingham WA 98229 Tree Removal - 3 trees
2026-09-18 Fire Protection 1069 E AXTON RD Bellingham WA 98226 New, w/ lu, sfr and associated septic/driveway to replace existing MOB. 4 Bed, 5… 3,014 sf 4 beds residential
2026-09-18 Fire Protection 4521 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 New, w/lu, sfr w/attached garage Master Plan 2154 Garage Right Elevation B Main … 837 sf residential
2026-09-18 General Construction 4521 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 Driveway connection and construction staging
2026-09-18 Plumbing 433 TELLER RD Point Roberts WA 98281 Replace existing culvert with new 18" x 33' pipe replacement
2026-09-17 General Construction 8640 DRAYTON VIEW LN Blaine WA 98230 Retroactive permitting of 2 sheds 224sf each and a 270sf carport. Unheated. 224 sf residential
2026-09-17 HVAC/Mech 8168 SKEENA WAY Blaine WA 98230 replace 50 gal NG water heater like for like like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-17 HVAC/Mech 17 SAFFRON CT Bellingham WA 98229 LIKE FOR LIKE TANKLESS WATER HEATER CHANGEOUT like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-17 Demolition 3952 HILLSIDE RD Deming WA 98244 Completion of expired permit SFR2023-00334 (Last completed inspection was underf… 2,277 roof sf New installation
2026-09-17 Plumbing 3191 LOCUST AVE Bellingham WA 98225 Replace electric hot water tank, like for like replacement
2026-09-17 Electrical 720 W DEL RAY DR Lynden WA 98264 Bore replacement conduit for existing 450' cable line that crosses LaBello Drive… replacement
2026-09-17 General Construction 616 MALLARD LN Point Roberts WA 98281 New, manufactured home 26'8"x35' 2 Bed 2 Bath 938sf 938 sf 2 beds
2026-09-17 Signage 2460 SALASHAN LOOP Ferndale WA 98248 1 wall-mounted sign 53.28 sf commercial
2026-09-17 Signage 2925 ROEDER AVE Bellingham WA 98225 New, wall-mounted sign 40 sf commercial
2026-09-17 Solar 2478 WEST SHORE DR Lummi Island WA 98262 New detached pergola w/solar array Pole Type-380sf 380 sf solar residential New construction
2026-09-17 General Construction 7971 LYNBROOK CT Ferndale WA 98248 Addition, patio cover connected to house 24'x24' Cov Porch/Deck-576sf 576 roof sf New installation
2026-09-17 Fire Protection 125 SMOKEY DR Bellingham WA 98226 Building fire alarm system - Building 5 (Elm) fire alarm
2026-09-17 Plumbing 5710 NORTH STAR RD Ferndale WA 98248 Replace 50 gal LP water heater with electric water heater. 50 gal water heater electric replacement Water heater
2026-09-17 HVAC/Mech 25 STRAWBERRY POINT RD Bellingham WA 98229 Replace tankless water heater like for like. like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-16 General Construction 4504 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 Lot 38 driveway connection and construction staging
2026-09-16 Plumbing 4244 SWEET RD Blaine WA 98230 City of Blaine installing new water service line. Long run service, accessing bo… line work New installation
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 3206 BENNETT DR Bellingham WA 98225 Heat Pump NEW -1 heat pump New installation HVAC installation
2026-09-16 Fire Protection 9541 VALLEY VIEW RD Blaine WA 98230 NFPA 13D Multipurpose Fire Sprinkler System installation in a new shop/house sprinkler
2026-09-16 General Construction 4713 RURAL AVE Bellingham WA 98226 Retroactive permit for new Detached Shop. 1300sf 1,300 sf residential New construction
2026-09-16 General Construction 4713 RURAL AVE Bellingham WA 98226 Retroactive permit for existing Double Wide 3 Bed 2 Bath 52'x26' 1352sf 1,352 sf 3 beds
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 3454 AGATE BAY LN Bellingham WA 98226 Replace Furn & Air Conditioner Like in Kind replacement HVAC replacement
2026-09-16 General Construction 2781 LAKE WHATCOM BLVD Bellingham WA 98229 Replace boathouse within existing footprint outside of the County Right-of-Way. … 322 sf residential
2026-09-16 Electrical 3861 LEVITT ST Bellingham WA 98226 Underground boring installation of Comcast conduit to 3861 Levitt St.
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 6903 KICKERVILLE RD Ferndale WA 98248 Solid Wood Burning Appliance - 1 New installation HVAC installation
2026-09-16 General Construction 4506 NOEL ST Blaine WA 98230 Lot 39 Driveway connection and construction staging
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 5052 SAMISH WAY Bellingham WA 98229 Air Handling Unit NEW - 2 New installation HVAC installation
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 7149 EVERSON GOSHEN RD Everson WA 98247 Solid Wood Burning Appliance NEW - 1 New installation HVAC installation
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 1319 ROMA RD Bellingham WA 98226 LIKE FOR LIKE NG HWY CHANGE OUT like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-16 HVAC/Mech 1017 NORTHWEST RIDGE LN Bellingham WA 98226 LIKE FOR LIKE 50GAL NG HWT CHANGE OUT IN GARAGE like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2026-09-16 Electrical 4555 CALIFORNIA TRL Blaine WA 98230 Underground boring installation of Comcast conduit to 4555 California Trl
2026-09-15 HVAC/Mech 4510 CABLE ST Bellingham WA 98229 Replace Like in Kind Gas Tankless Water Heater replacement HVAC replacement
2026-09-15 HVAC/Mech 3 SUNFLOWER CIR Bellingham WA 98229 Replacing furnace like for like furnace like for like replacement HVAC changeout
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Permit Types in Whatcom County
Construction Activity in Whatcom County

New building permits in Whatcom County, Washington show where construction activity is occurring. Filter the public records by trade, date, address, and project value to research active projects and property activity. Contractor lead coverage is not currently available for this city.

About Whatcom County Building Permits

Whatcom County, Washington processes building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 1075+ Whatcom County building permits — newest permit date: 2026-09-18 from official city sources.

Each record can show the project address, scope, permit type, and value where the city publishes them. The source-published contractor records do not meet the coverage threshold for this city. PermitGrab does not represent this as contractor-contact coverage. Where property-owner records are available, they are matched to permit addresses separately.

How to use Whatcom County permit data

Filter the current records by trade, date, address, or project value to research construction activity. The most useful workflow in this market is verifying the project signal first, then using the property data that is actually available for that address.

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Who appears in Whatcom County permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 1,075 building permits in Whatcom County. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is Whatcom County permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Whatcom County is dated 2026-09-18. Newest permit date: 2026-09-18. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, and permit type, plus contractor name where the source publishes it. Use a recent published record for project research; it does not show bid availability or a request for service.

What construction appears in Whatcom County permit records?

In the last 30 days, Whatcom County permitting activity covers 263 new building permits. The records can cover new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, or tenant improvements. Their usefulness for a contractor or supplier depends on the published project details, timing, and service area.

How to look up Whatcom County building permits

Search recent Whatcom County, WA building permits by address, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Whatcom County building department's public permit records. New filings appear here as they are published. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume, see the Whatcom County Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Whatcom County Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Whatcom County?

PermitGrab currently tracks 1075 building permits in Whatcom County, Washington. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, status, estimated value, and contractor information where the source publishes it.

How fresh is the Whatcom County permit data?

PermitGrab checks the official source on each collection cycle. The source date and its observed update cadence are shown above, so you can judge the data’s recency before acting on it.

How can contractors find construction leads in Whatcom County?

Contractors can research Whatcom County activity by filtering current permits by trade, location, and project type. Source-published contractor coverage is not currently available for this city. Property information is shown only where public records can be matched.

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Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Whatcom County provide project context for solar-market research. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
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Whatcom County renovations can identify properties for a policy-review workflow. Confirm coverage needs independently before contacting a property owner.
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