Planning & Building
The Planning & Building Division of Public Services guides private development projects in the City and helps shape the built environment within the policies of the Yelm Comprehensive Plan. The team is responsible for planning and permitting, promoting economic development, and staffing a number of boards and commissions who advise the Mayor and City Council.
Please see the options on the left panel for detailed information. To reach the Planning & Building Division, please call (360) 400-5003. Staff is located in the Public Services building located at 901 Rhoton Road NW and business hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Building Official
Chris Vaccaro
ChrisV@yelmwa.gov
Building Inspector
Fernando Espinoza
FernandoE@yelmwa.gov
Planning and Building Manager
Gary Cooper
GaryC@yelmwa.gov
Associate Planner
Maryam Moeinian
MaryamM@yelmwa.gov
Assistant Planner
Sara Williams
SaraW@yelmwa.gov
Public Services Administrative Assistant
Savana Teague
SavanaT@yelmwa.gov
