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Home rebuilding · Spokane & Spokane County
A clear next step
A clear next step
toward rebuilding.
Your home. Your timeline.
A builder to help you move forward.
If you are considering rebuilding after a fire, you do not need to have every answer before talking with us. We can help you work through your site, plans, construction budget, and permit path.
Start with a conversation. No pressure to commit to construction.
01 Talk directly with the owners
02 Understand the unknowns first
03 Make decisions at your pace
Start where you areBefore a new home,
Before a new home,
a workable plan.
Two Brothers Development is an owner-operated residential builder based in Spokane Valley. We bring our custom-home and land-development experience to the practical questions that come before construction.
Map the site & permit path
Define a preconstruction scope to review jurisdiction, cleanup documentation, utilities, access, and any engineering or design work needed.
Align design with budget
Work toward a defined scope, realistic allowances, and a funding plan. Identify open decisions before committing to a construction agreement.
Move forward with visibility
Once approvals, scope, and funding are in place, build with owner involvement and shared project information through your private client portal.
Any paid preconstruction work is separately scoped and agreed to in advance. A first conversation does not obligate you to hire us.
Know who to askYour address determines
Your address determines
the permit path.
A Spokane mailing address does not by itself tell us which agency issues your permits. We start with the parcel and the correct jurisdiction, then confirm requirements for your specific property.
City of Spokane
The City publishes rebuilding guidance covering demolition, plan review, foundation reuse, and inspections. Review the City of Spokane rebuilding guide for its current process.
Spokane County
County requirements and eligibility for wildfire-related fee relief are separate from the City's. Start with the County's rebuilding and fee-relief notice; applicability must be confirmed for your project.
Confirm the local authority
Properties in another city need that city's direction. Medical Lake, for example, maintains its own Building Department and permit resources.
Cleanup & asbestos
Debris handling and asbestos requirements need to be addressed before work begins. Check Spokane Clean Air's wildfire guidance; do not assume hazard cleanup means a site is cleared for construction.
Wells & septic
Existing systems need to be considered alongside replacement-home plans. Changes to bedrooms or connections can affect the review path. See Spokane Regional Health District's post-fire guidance.
Resources reviewed September 29, 2026. Rules and recovery programs can change. These links are informational, not an agency endorsement, permit determination, or promise of eligibility.
The people behind the work
Owner-operated.
Owner-operated.
Personally involved.
Austin Folsom and Tysen Cheshire are your points of contact. We build custom homes and develop property ourselves, so site conditions, buildability, and construction costs are part of the conversation from the beginning.
Your replacement home should be planned around how you want to live and what is feasible for your property. We will help you separate what is known from what still needs investigation.
A clear role, from the start.
We provide construction planning and building services. We are not an insurer, public adjuster, disaster-assistance agency, or emergency cleanup service. Coverage and funding decisions remain with the appropriate provider.
For the first conversationBring what you know.
Bring what you know.
We can start there.
You do not need a complete file. A few basics will help us understand what a useful next step could look like.
- General property location and whether you own the lot
- Cleanup or permit status, if known
- Existing plans, or a rough idea of home size and needs
- Your preferred timing and approximate construction budget, if known
Please do not send policy numbers, claim files, financial account details, or other sensitive documents through the inquiry form. We can discuss appropriate document sharing if we work together.
Common questions
Rebuilding, without the guesswork.
Can I talk with you before I have plans or a settled claim?
Yes. Start with what you know: the general property location, where you are in the process, and what you want to build. You do not need a finished design to begin a conversation. We will explain any proposed preconstruction scope and fee before you commit.
Do you handle insurance claims or promise coverage?
We are a builder, not a public adjuster or insurance adviser. We can prepare construction scope and pricing within an agreed engagement. Your insurer determines coverage, and your lender may control how insurance funds are released. We do not guarantee settlements, grant funding, or permit approval.
Can I use my existing foundation or previous home plans?
Possibly, but neither should be assumed usable. Foundation reuse needs appropriate engineering review, and the permitting authority must confirm whether your old plans qualify for reuse. The City of Spokane describes these options in its official rebuilding guide.
How long will a rebuild take, and what will it cost?
A responsible estimate starts with the site, cleanup status, home design, utility conditions, and available funding. Agency plan-review targets are not the same as an issued permit or a construction schedule. We will identify assumptions, allowances, and open questions before recommending a path forward.
Can we make the replacement home more wildfire-resistant?
We can discuss material and site-design options with your design team. IBHS guidance addresses roofs, ember-resistant vents, and the area immediately around a home. These measures reduce risk; they do not make a home fireproof or guarantee insurance eligibility. Read the IBHS wildfire guidance.
Are the homes pictured here fire-rebuild projects?
No. The photos on this page show our custom-home work, not completed wildfire rebuilds. They illustrate the quality and style of our residential construction without implying a fire-recovery project history.
When you are ready,
let's talk about what comes next.
Tell us where you are in the process. Austin or Tysen will follow up to discuss your project and whether we can help.