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/resourcecenter (go to “Turnaround/Approval Times 2011“).
Type of Permit |
Goal |
Sept. 2011 Performance |
Simple Building IP* |
80% in 48 Hours |
87.4% |
Medium Construction IP |
80% in 2 Weeks |
31.7% (93% in 3 weeks) |
Complex Construction IP |
80% in 8 Weeks |
74.2% |
Construction Issuance |
90% in 120 Days |
95.2% |
Master Use Permit Decisions |
80% in 120 Days |
83.1% |
*IP: Initial Plan Review by DPD staff