# WAC 246-359-050: WAC 246-359-050. Minor variances to the TWH construction standard

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## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 246-359-050
- **Heading:** WAC 246-359-050. Minor variances to the TWH construction standard
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 246 / Chapter 246-359 / Section 246-359-050

## Text

An applicant may apply for a minor variance from the requirements of this chapter by filing a written request with the department of health. As used in this section, a minor variance means an alternative method of construction or design that must achieve the same result as the requirements of this chapter and protects the health and safety of the occupants.
(1) Responsibilities of applicant. If requesting a minor variance, an applicant must:
(a) Submit the following information in writing:
(i) The specific requirement or requirements from which the variance is requested;
(ii) Adequate justification that the variance is needed to obtain a beneficial use of the housing or to prevent a practical difficulty; and
(iii) How the variance will achieve the same result as the requirement and any specific alternative measures to be taken to protect the health and safety of the occupants.
(b) Pay a fee set by the department of health according to WAC 246-359-990 , Table I; and
(c) Follow the process stated in WAC 246-359-060 , alternate construction, when applicable.
(2) Department of health response. The department of health will provide a written response to the applicant within forty-five days of receipt of the minor variance request. The written response will state the acceptance or denial of the variance, including the reasons for the department of health's decision. At a minimum the department of health will make its decision based on:
(a) The applicant's request as described in subsection (1) of this section;
(b) Research into the variance request; and
(c) Expert advice.
(3) Applicant's response to denials. According to chapter 34.05 RCW the applicant has twenty-one days after receiving the department of health's written denial, of the variance request, to contest the decision.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 246-359-001 WAC 246-359-001. Purpose and scope](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_001.md)
- [WAC 246-359-005 WAC 246-359-005. Applicability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_005.md)
- [WAC 246-359-010 WAC 246-359-010. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_010.md)
- [WAC 246-359-020 WAC 246-359-020. Powers and duties of the department of health](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_020.md)
- [WAC 246-359-030 WAC 246-359-030. Cooperation with the department of health—Right of entry](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_030.md)
- [WAC 246-359-040 WAC 246-359-040. Appeals](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_040.md)
- [WAC 246-359-050 WAC 246-359-050. Minor variances to the TWH construction standard](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_050.md)
- [WAC 246-359-060 WAC 246-359-060. Architect or engineer of record and plan submittal responsibilities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_060.md)
- [WAC 246-359-070 WAC 246-359-070. Application and construction documents required for plan review](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_070.md)
- [WAC 246-359-080 WAC 246-359-080. Plan review approval and expiration of plan approval](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_080.md)
- [WAC 246-359-090 WAC 246-359-090. Issuing and maintaining a construction permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_090.md)
- [WAC 246-359-100 WAC 246-359-100. Expiration and extension of construction permits](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_100.md)
- [WAC 246-359-110 WAC 246-359-110. Construction without a permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_110.md)
- [WAC 246-359-120 WAC 246-359-120. Required inspections](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_359_120.md)

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