In response to state and City permitting timeline legislation, applicants may now temporarily suspend permit reviews on Master Use Permits. Pausing permit review may benefit an applicant when reconsidering or reworking an application. Pausing permit reviews will pause all review activity and the review clocks used to measure permit timelines…. [ Keep reading ]
The rainy season is approaching, so now is the time to consider whether your project will involve grading between November 1 and March 31. If your project requires Geotechnical Special Inspections and takes place in an environmentally critical area or involves significant earth‑moving, check your special inspection permit record for… [ Keep reading ]
Have a project you’re stuck on? Need some guidance on renting? Want to know what’s going on in your community? Ask an expert for free at the Seattle Home Fair on October 24. Connect face‑to‑face with City experts who can guide you through permits, inspections, code requirements, rental housing rules,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has implemented a new process to review on-site sanitary sewer design and off-site points of connection for drainage and wastewater at the same time the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) reviews building permits. This parallel review process offers several benefits for applicants: The sanitary… [ Keep reading ]
The 2026 Stormwater Code and Stormwater Manual have been in effect for a few months. To help you get stormwater review approval more quickly, here are a few things to keep in mind: New Training Available The SDCI stormwater review team has posted “Stormwater Code 101” and “2026 Code Update”… [ Keep reading ]
It’s important to understand which Seattle codes apply to your property to better plan your project. Seattle’s construction and land use codes determine: Conducting this research early can reveal permit history or site conditions that may affect your development. It will help determine if you have specific site requirements, even… [ Keep reading ]
Landlords, housing providers, and property managers needing guidance on Seattle’s rental regulations can now quickly find the help they need by visiting our Submit a Request webpage. This new dedicated access point has a much quicker response time of 48 hours! Note: the Renting in Seattle Helpline, (206) 684-5700, is… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is updating how Urban Forestry review and inspection charges are billed for Street Tree permits associated with development projects. This change is intended to better align billing with staff review and inspection time, support efficient use of public resources, and help SDOT continue administering street tree requirements in accordance… [ Keep reading ]
The revised Seattle Stormwater Code and Seattle Stormwater Manual became effective July 1, 2026. That means, projects with a completed application on July 1, 2026, or later, must comply with the 2026 code. If this applies to your project, please download and use the updated submittal documents from the SDCI Stormwater Code website. … [ Keep reading ]
