Building & Fire Safety Division

The Building and Fire Safety Division is dedicated to protecting the Gig Harbor community through the permitting, inspection, and approval of proposed development and building construction projects throughout the City. The Department administers Title 15, Buildings and Construction of the Gig Harbor Municipal Code and the model codes, including plumbing, mechanical and fire, adopted under it. See the General Building Services page for an overview.

Inspections are available daily with 24-hour advanced notice. Three options for plan review are available including; online electronic submittal, standard paper submittal or (if your project qualifies) we offer permit reviews over the counter by appointment (in and out in just 30 minutes).

Paul Rice:   Building Official, Fire Marshal 253-853-7632

David Boyer: Asst. Building Official, Fire Marshal  253-853-7612

Bill Kuzmanich: Building Inspector 253-853-8252

Sean Brady: Building Inspector 253-853-7554

Scott Heppenstall: Building Inspector  253-853-8257 

Patty McGallian: Permit Coordinator 253-853-7621

Helia Johnston: Community Development Assistant  253-853-8250