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Land Use and Development, Professional Consultants

​​​​​Kitsap County Code (KCC) authorizes DCD to keep a list of consultants qualified to prepare documents required for land segregations (KCC 16.04.180), zoning and land use review (KCC 17.100.090), timber harvest (KCC 18.16.210), and critical area review (KCC 19.100.170). 


As a resource to applicants, the department will maintain a list of arborists, habitat biologists, hydrogeologists, geological engineers, geologists, land surveyors, and wetlands scientists who, at the time of listing, are licensed in the state of Washington and meet the minimum qualifications of the Kitsap County Code to prepare certain documents required by this title. 

Prior to choosing a consultant, it is wise to obtain at least three proposals from professionals. When requesting service from a licensed professional, we recommend you verify they are familiar with Kitsap County codes, regulations, and permitting requirements.

Please take the time to read through the questions to ask consultants and the disclaimer at the bottom of the page.​

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​​Land Use and Development Consultant Questions

Before selecting a consultant to assist with your project, take time to ensure they are a good fit for your needs. The quality and responsiveness of your consultant can affect how smoothly and quickly your permit application is reviewed.


Consider asking potential consultants the following questions:

Responsiveness an​d timelines: Will the consultant respond to requests and provide updates within an agreed-upon timeframe, s to ensure your permit application is not jeopardized? Has an estimated schedule been clearly agreed upon with the consultant?

Availability during review: Will the consultant be available to respond to County questions or make revisions during the permit review process? The timeframes for consultant responses are as low as 30- or 60-days during review.

Familiarity with local regulations: Has the consultant worked on projects in Kitsap County, and does their work reflect an understanding of local code requirements and review processes? Will reports and plans meet County standards and be complete upon submittal to avoid unnecessary review delays?

Understanding of site conditions: If applicable, has the consultant visited your property and accounted for its specific site features and environmental conditions?

Alignment with project goals: Does the consultant understand your overall project objectives and how they relate to County requirements?

Communication and coordination: How will the consultant keep you informed and coordinate with other professionals involved in your project?

Experience and references: Can the consultant provide examples of similar projects they've worked on?

Scope and fees: Does the proposal clearly outline the work to be performed, consultant fees, and any additional fees they may assess if project scope changes? Taking time to ask these questions before you hire can help ensure your application moves through review as efficiently as possible.

Licensing and insurance: Does the consultant maintain current professional credentials and appropriate insurance coverage?
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Disclaimer: 

Kitsap County provides this non-exhaustive list of consultants without charge as a resource to the public to be a starting point when preparing certain application materials required by the Kitsap County Code. Being identified on this list is not an endorsement or recommendation of any kind; is not a representation, warranty, or guarantee, whether express or implied, as to the quality of services to be performed; and is not to be viewed as an agreement with any statements or viewpoints made by any consultant. The County specifically and expressly disclaims any and all responsibility and liability of any kind for any acts, errors, or omissions by any person or entity on this list and for any damage or loss caused thereby.

Any person or entity that retains a consultant on this list does so at their own risk and is responsible for verifying that their chosen consultant, whether from this list or otherwise, has maintained all licenses, certifications, and other requirements to perform the service and for doing whatever investigation or research is necessary to be assured of the quality of service to be performed. Additional information for choosing a contractor may be found on the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries at Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business (wa.gov).​

Are you a Qualified Consultant?
​If you would like to be added to our professional consultant list,  you will need to complete and submit the Statement of Qualifications form.