DPD is committed to providing good customer service to its applicants. The permit turnaround data is updated monthly online and can be viewed at www.seattle.gov/dpd/toolsresources/ (go to “Turnaround / Approval Times 2013”).
Type of Permit | Goal | Sept. 2013 Performance |
Simple Building IP* | 80% in 48 Hours | 96.7% |
Medium Construction IP | 80% in 2 Weeks | 92.7% |
Complex Construction IP | 80% in 8 Weeks | 90.1% |
Construction Issuance | 90% in 120 Days | 98.4% |
Master Use Permit Decisions | 80% in 120 Days | 87.5% |
*IP: Initial Plan Review by DPD staff