About Western Association of Permit Technicians Chapter

Our chapter is a vibrant community for permit techs and front office staff in building departments across the western states. We’re dedicated to fostering growth and learning in our roles.
We champion further education, believing that shared experiences and knowledge can help us tackle our professional challenges more effectively.

We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone’s voice matters. We recognize the unique insights each member brings, contributing to the collective growth of our profession.

We also emphasize the importance of staying updated in our ever-evolving field, ensuring we’re always at the cutting edge.

Lastly, we value networking. By connecting with peers, we can learn, share best practices, and even collaborate on initiatives.
In a nutshell, our chapter is not just a professional group. It’s a support system, a learning hub, and a network of industry friends. We look forward to growing and learning together!

“Our goal it to provide efficient, knowledgeable, and courteous service in support of community development by facilitating the permitting process with accuracy, transparency, and integrity. We are committed to upholding local and state regulations while fostering positive relationships with the public, contractors, and fellow professionals. Through continuous learning and collaboration, we strive to support safe, sustainable, and well-planned communities.”

Our Mission

Officers & Board Members

Officers

Deeann Miller

President

Sonia Christensen

Secretary

Kristi Petersen

Treasurer

Directors

Become A Chapter Member

Memberships available for the calendar year are as follows:

Professional Membership

A designated representative of a governmental unit or agency engaged in the administration or formulation of laws and ordinances relating to building construction including but not limited to.

Industry Membership

Members shall be a individual or firm, incorporated or unincorporated, engaged in the practice of architecture, engineering, private third-party inspection services, manufacturing or sale of products, materials, services related to construction or building regulations.

Honorary Membership

An individual who has rendered outstanding and meritorious services in the furtherance of the objectives of this Chapter and who shall be proposed by the Board of Directors and confirmed by a majority vote at any regular meeting.

Retired Membership

Any former Professional member who is retired.

Student Membership

An individual enrolled in classes or a course or study in Building Inspection Technology or related fields of instruction and not eligible for Professional Membership.

About the International Code Council

The International Code Council is a nonprofit association that provides a wide range of building safety solutions including product evaluation, accreditation, certification, codification and training. It develops model codes and standards used worldwide to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures.

Vision

Protect the health, safety and welfare of people by creating safe buildings and communities.

Mission

We proudly serve our communities with care and integrity, guiding people through the permitting process with respect, knowledge, and a commitment to building safe, thriving places to live and work

Values

Customer Value, Integrity and Trust, Member Focus, Professionalism, Public Service, & Quality.

About Western Association of Permit Technicians Chapter