If you are already familiar with Enterprise Permitting & Licensing (EPL), you can skip the introductory details and go directly to the Civic Access Portal by Clicking the link below.
Civic Access Portal
If this is your first time using EPL, please review the information below to understand how the system works and what to expect as you get started.
With EPL, you can efficiently complete the following tasks online:
• Planning applications
• Building permits
• ROW and Engineering permits
• Invoice payments
• Inspection scheduling
• Permit status checks
• And more
EPL Tutorials
We have streamlined the EPL process. Each section provides step by step PDF instructions to guide you. Please create an account on the portal to begin submitting permit applications.
Create your account through the Civic Access portal
Civic Access Overview
To contact department staff, please use one of the following options:
In Person: 102206 Wiser Pkwy, Kennewick, WA 99338 - Public Service Building
Building Division:
Phone: 509-735-3500
Email: building.department@co.benton.wa.us
Planning Division:
Phone: 509-786-5612
Email: planning.department@co.benton.wa.us
Public Works:
Phone: 509-786-5611
Email: publicworks@co.benton.wa.us
To contact department staff, please use one of the following options:
In Person: 102206 Wiser Pkwy, Kennewick, WA 99338 - Public Service Building
Building Division:
Phone: 509-735-3500
Email: building.department@co.benton.wa.us
Planning Division:
Phone: 509-786-5612
Email: planning.department@co.benton.wa.us
Public Works:
Phone: 509-786-5611
Email: publicworks@co.benton.wa.us