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 2014”).
Type of Permit | Goal | Oct. 2014 Performance |
Simple Building IP* | 80% in 48 Hours | 97.9% |
Medium Construction IP | 80% in 2 Weeks | 66.2% |
Complex Construction IP | 90% in 8 Weeks | 81.0% |
Construction Issuance | 90% in 120 Days | 89.6% |
Master Use Permit Decisions | 80% in 120 Days | 81.7% |
*IP: Initial Plan Review by DPD staff