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Don’t Miss the Seattle Home Fair

Image for Seattle Home fair.Once again, SDCI is hosting our popular Seattle Home Fair. We’ve moved our Home Fairs from winter to fall! We wanted to be able to answer your questions in time for you to apply for, and receive, that construction permit for your planned spring/summer renovation project.

We’re holding six virtual lectures on October 14, 2023. Recordings of these virtual lectures will be available on our website a few weeks after the Home Fair. RSVPs are encouraged. You can sign up for them at these links:

  • New Tree Protection Code Information and Tree Regulations Virtual Presentation
    SDCI staff will present an overview of Seattle’s tree regulations, including an update on what’s changed since the new rules became effective on July 30. This session will focus on information most useful for homeowners and tree service providers.
    9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Renting in Seattle Virtual Presentation
    Whether you are a renter or a housing provider, there is a lot to know. Renting in Seattle provides information and resources on rental regulations and fair housing laws in the City of Seattle as well as tips and best practices.
    9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Building Codes, Electrical Codes, and Inspections Virtual Presentation
    Together these protect your home from a wide range of hazards – whether it is by implementing safe wiring, fire prevention, or stronger structural integrity. When a community has up-to-date building and electrical codes in place, they are more protected against these hazards, and increase the value of your investment.
    11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Earthquake Home Retrofits Virtual Presentation
    This will be an introduction to the new prescriptive plan set and a discussion about what it means to construct a seismic retrofit to an existing home.
    11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Landslides Virtual Presentation
    Learn everything you need to know to help prevent landslides on your property, including tips for managing vegetation. This helpful session will open with a presentation providing information about landslide prevention, including a handy overview of the top dos and don’ts. We will spend the rest of this session answering your questions about how to help prevent landslides on your property.
    1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
  • Tips and Tricks Regarding the Seattle Services Portal Virtual Presentation
    Learn how to submit your application, submit a trade permit, check that status and more.
    1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

There’s also an in-person event at the Filipino Community Center on October 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. SDCI staff, and other City department staff, will be available to answer your questions. Additionally, there will be 3 presentations to attend in-person:

  • Learn about ADUs and DADUs
  • An Overview of Seattle’s Tree Regulations
  • Renting in Seattle Q&A

Remember to show up early! Space will be limited.

These free events will be jam-packed with useful information about rental housing rules, our permitting and inspection process, emergency preparedness, and much more. With something for everyone, you won’t want to miss these events!

Get a jump-start on your home improvement project. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, renter, or potential homeowner, the Home Fair virtual lectures or the in-person event will have something for you. Ask us about our permitting process, inspections, and code requirements. Do you rent, or are you a landlord? Learn more about rental housing rules.

Who:
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, renter, or potential homeowner, this event has something for you.

Details: 

  • Virtual Seattle Home Fair
    Saturday, October 14, 2023
    9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    See links above for details and to RSVP.
  • In-Person Seattle Home Fair
    Saturday, October 21, 2023
    9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    Filipino Community Center
    5740 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, Seattle, WA 98118
    RSVPs are appreciated if you are planning to attend.
    The closest bus stop to the Filipino Community Center is route 106. Route 7 and the light rail are within relatively short walks. The Filipino Community Center is ADA wheelchair accessible. If you need other specific accommodations, please contact Wendy Shark at wendy.shark@seattle.gov at least a week before the in-person Home Fair on October 21.

Cost:
FREE!

For more information about the hybrid Seattle Home Fair contact:

Wendy Shark
(206) 552-3092
wendy.shark@seattle.gov