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Code Violation Investigation Request
Before you submit this form:
- Do we handle it? Visit our website to confirm that we handle your complaint or download the PDF below.
Who to Call (PDF)
- Code or permit questions? Please contact our Permit Tech team for things like permit status, land use or building code questions, what requires a permit, zoning questions, and more.
Ask a Permit Tech
- Exact address or parcel number. We’ll need an exact address or parcel number to process your complaint. Verify that the complaint is within unincorporated Snohomish County and locate the property address using these online tools.
PDS Map Portal | Property Summary Search
- One address/parcel number per complaint. If you have concerns about more than one address or parcel, please submit a separate request for each property.
What happens now?

Good to Know. Code Enforcement works in the field. We’re not always available in the office. If you need to speak with your Officer in person, call or email them to schedule an appointment. Please allow the Officer time to respond. For general information, please visit our website or call 425-388-3650.

Case Number. Within a week, you’ll receive an email with your case number and the contact information for the assigned Code Enforcement Officer. If you don’t receive the email, check your spam/trash folder or call 425-388-3650.

I have more information. If you have photos or other documentation for the case, contact your assigned Code Enforcement Officer directly after you receive your case number.

Status. Due to disclosure laws, we are unable to contact complainants with status updates. Please contact the assigned Officer directly or call 425-388-3650.

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Who to Call
Alphabetical list of common complaints and which agency/department handles the issue.

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Disclosure and Violation

Your Public Disclosure Options

Under the Public Records Act, chapter 42.56 RCW, the information provided on a complaint investigation request form is subject to public disclosure. Information revealing the identity of persons who are witnesses to crimes or who file complaints with investigative agencies may be withheld from disclosure under RCW 42.56.240(2) if the complainant indicates a desire for nondisclosure of their identifying information at the time the complaint is made.

Please note, your name must be disclosed if you are identified as a witness in an administrative or court proceeding concerning this matter, or if otherwise required by an administrative or court order. *
1. YES, you MAY disclose my identity upon public inquiries regarding this complaint
2. NO, you MAY NOT disclose my identity upon public inquiries regarding this complaint without my permission
Your Information (Complainant)
Valid contact information must be provided to process any complaints
Your Name:*
Your Phone:
Daytime Phone:*
Evening Phone:
Your Mailing Address:*
City*
Zip Code*
Your E-mail Address*
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Contact Information

WARNING - THE INFORMATION BELOW IS PUBLIC RECORD
Violator Information:
You must provide a valid address or parcel number of where the violation is occurring or we cannot process your request.
Violator First Name:
Violator Last Name:
Violator Phone
Location Information:

(Where did the alleged violation happen?)
Please describe where the violation occurred as specifically as possible below.
Address:*
City*
Parcel Number (if known)
Additional Location Details (landmarks or other information that help locate the alleged violation).
Violation Information:
Please indicate the nature of the violation(s). Up to five violations may be selected.
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Describe the violation(s) in detail. Do not include information that would personally identify you as the complainant (conversations with violator, etc.)**
PLEASE review entry above before submitting. REMINDER: Information submitted here is a PUBLIC RECORD.

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