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If you’ve added a room, finished a basement, or built a shed in Tacoma WA without a permit — you’re not alone. But when it’s time to sell, unpermitted work can create major headaches.
🚫 What Counts as Unpermitted Work?
Any construction or renovation done without approval from the City of Tacoma’s Building and Land Use division.
Examples include:
- Finished basement without permits
- Garage converted to a bedroom
- Electrical or plumbing work done by unlicensed contractors
- DIY deck or shed
- Additions that expand the building footprint
🔗 WAC 296-46B-915 – Unpermitted Work
🔗 Tacoma City Website
🛑 Risks of Selling a House With Unpermitted Work
- Buyers may back out during inspections
- Lenders may deny financing
- You could be forced to tear it down
- City fines or code violations
- Insurance issues if damage occurs
🔗 Code Violations – Wikipedia
🔗 Tacoma Municipal Code
📝 What Are Your Options?
- Retroactively permit the work
- Disclose it honestly on the Form 17 (Seller Disclosure)
- Sell the property as-is to a cash buyer like us
🔗 Form 17 Disclosure – RCW 64.06.013
Many Tacoma sellers choose Option 3 to avoid delays, repairs, and legal risk.
💡 Why REI Branded Home Buyer Is the Go-To for Unpermitted Homes
We specialize in:
- Homes with unapproved additions
- Properties with partial renovations
- Houses that don’t meet zoning or permit standards
- Handling title, liens, and unrecorded work disclosures
We’ve bought homes across Tacoma where DIY upgrades scared away traditional buyers — but we got it done.
🏠 Tacoma Case Study: Unpermitted Nightmare to Smooth Closing
A seller in the Lincoln District had:
- A converted attic not on the city records
- Deck with no permit
- DIY electrical that failed inspection
We bought it as-is, handled permitting cleanup after closing, and the seller walked away stress-free.
📩 Contact REI Branded Home Buyer
📧 info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com
🌐 https://reibrandedhomebuyer.com
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.