Seattle Building Permits & Contractor Leads

713 indexed permits · 31 active contractors · 7,372 code violations · Seattle, Washington.

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31
Active Contractors
7,372
Code Violations
205
Property Owners
Updated recently · 2026-06-13
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Seattle had 117 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 93 new construction, 20 hvac and 1 demolition. The average project value is $618,480.

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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-20 Violation — 3831 STONE WAY N Construction noise began around 6:10 am this morning. Initiated
2026-05-20 Violation — 751 N 86TH ST The workers that are working on this house are EXTREMELY loud. More than just co… Closed
2026-05-20 Violation — 3134 EAST LAURELHURST DR NE I am submitting this complaint as a former tenant of the lower dwelling unit at … Initiated
2026-05-20 General Construction $216,896 6827 SEWARD PARK AVE S Construct middle one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family r… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $335,562 2519 B S JUNEAU ST Construct new one family dwelling (Unit 2) per plan. (Establish use as housing f… —
2026-05-20 Violation — 1942 WESTLAKE AVE Wondering if landlord can include legal name as reporter in notice to neighbor t… Under Investigation
2026-05-20 General Construction $230,928 12025 22ND AVE NE Allow new detached accessory dwelling unit to existing single family use per lan… —
2026-05-20 Violation — 1635 22nd AVE overgrown vegetation in the front and back yards Initiated
2026-05-20 General Construction $335,562 2519 A S JUNEAU ST Construct new one family dwelling (Unit 1) per plan. (Establish use as housing f… —
2026-05-20 Violation — 800 SENECA ST My thermostat has been broken since 4-9-2026. I put in a service request on that… Under Investigation
2026-05-20 General Construction $317,484 5210 S WILLOW ST Construct west one-family dwelling SFR3 per plan. (Establish single-family use p… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $298,536 5212 S WILLOW ST Construct middle one-family dwelling SFR2 per plan. (Establish single-family use… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $353,955 5214 S WILLOW ST Construct east one-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family dwe… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $262,807 10709 15TH AVE NE Construct SOUTH one-family dwelling (DADU1) per plan. (Allow housing for two new… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $226,771 6829 SEWARD PARK AVE S Construct west one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family res… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $260,763 10711 15TH AVE NE Construct NORTH one-family dwelling (DADU2) per plan. (Allow housing for two new… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $401,953 6825 SEWARD PARK AVE S Construct east one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family res… —
2026-05-20 Violation — 108 2ND AVE S Question about inspection notice Initiated
2026-05-20 Violation — 6714 FREMONT AVE N ADU in process of being built, they have installed pump that routes stream of wa… Under Investigation
2026-05-20 General Construction $335,562 2519 C S JUNEAU ST Construct new one family dwelling (Unit 3) per plan. (Establish use as housing f… —
2026-05-20 General Construction $134,070 7534 18TH AVE NW Construct substantial alterations to the existing dwelling per plan. (Establish … —
2026-05-20 Violation — 3831 STONE WAY N Construction is continuing to take place too early in the morning. This morning,… Initiated
2026-05-20 Violation — 400 23RD AVE There is construction at Garfield High School that goes on until late into the n… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 2032 43RD AVE E Currently month to month. Received notice from new management stating she would … Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 1026 NE 65TH ST Hello. I am currently renting a condo at the Dwell Roosevelt Building at 1026 NE… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 11704 16TH AVE NE Taking trees down with no construction sign posted, big fir tree taken down Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 9002 12TH AVE NE Hello,The brick house at 9002 12th Ave NE that was torn down last week had fenc… Closed
2026-05-19 Violation — 10306 MERIDIAN AVE N After a fire in July 2015, the resident responsible was simply moved to another … Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 7775 37th AVE S NA EO Vacate Close Issued
2026-05-19 Violation — 500 BROADWAY Rent increase in the form of paying electricity bill that was previously paid fo… Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 838 NE 98TH ST Tenant was given a 10 day notice to pay or vacate. Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 4212 35TH AVE W Intercom has been broken, and management doesn't fix it despite many tickets sub… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 315 1ST AVE N Unlawful Entry into unit without notifaication. Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 65 S WASHINGTON ST Elevator is out, has been out for over 2 months. Is disabled, cannot go up and d… Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 7505 14th AVE NW For approximately a month or more, a construction site next to my house has feat… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 306 6th AVE S When the housing provider refused to fix a broken entry callbox, I sought help f… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 2114 E FIR ST Vacant Building Festering:  1) previously secured door pried open, 2)  accumulat… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 843 HIAWATHA PL S Tenant received an eviction notice on 5/16/26. Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 6701 39TH AVE SW Extensive interior (and some exterior) renovations have been underway for severa… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 1323 E UNION ST Eviction Under Investigation
2026-05-19 General Construction $278,317 7215 A 12TH AVE SW Construct new one-family dwelling (Unit1) per plan. (Allow three new single-fami… —
2026-05-19 General Construction $10,000 2150 E HAMLIN ST Repair and replacement work on exterior decks of existing one-family dwelling su… —
2026-05-19 Violation — 3805 Aurora AVE N junk storage - demolition debris Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 9002 12TH AVE NE Violation by cutting a tree down that was supposed to be protected. The tree had… Closed
2026-05-19 General Construction $821,177 1500 BROADMOOR DR E Establish use as 1 housing unit (Establish use as single-family residence per la… —
2026-05-19 Violation — 455 NE MAPLE LEAF PL Adding roof deck to apartment building without a permit. Roof construction has b… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 2115 2ND AVE W Tenant with general questions about former landlord Under Investigation
2026-05-19 Violation — 1215 E lynn ST The residents of the property are parking more vehicles within 20' of the front … Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 7415 5TH AVE NE There has been ongoing construction on the roof without communicating with tenan… Initiated
2026-05-19 General Construction $278,317 7215 B 12TH AVE SW Construct new one-family dwelling (Unit2) per plan. (Allow three new single-fami… —
2026-05-19 General Construction $278,317 7215 C 12TH AVE SW Construct new one-family dwelling (Unit3) per plan. (Allow three new single-fami… —
2026-05-19 Violation — 12020 39TH AVE NE Neighbor has a huge spotlight aimed at my dining room, is allowing noxious weeds… Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 105 Harvard AVE E Emergency fire alarm/pull inoperative. Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 4801 24TH AVE NE I reside in a ground-floor apartment in a hallway containing seven (7) dwelling … Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 9208 17TH AVE SW NA Initiated
2026-05-19 Violation — 2002 NW 80TH ST overgrown vegetation, violation conformed. DN Warning
2026-05-19 Violation — 511 N 66TH ST Questions about reimbursement regarding leak in her living space, her stuff is m… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 4567 S LUCILE ST Berry bush briars and other plants encroaching on main sidewalk path to Orca k-8… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 1307 29TH AVE S This is Pete Kangas - owner of property at 1317 29th Ave South. New Constructio… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 6255 SYCAMORE AVE NW Vegetation overgrowth observed. 05.08.26 Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 1914 E MARION ST Neighbor is reporting roofing work without a permit. Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 9720 ROOSEVELT WAY NE Notice to vacate, ongoing landlord harassment. Landlord is also unwilling to pro… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 111 15TH AVE E A neighboring property recently installed a security gate that makes loud, repet… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 5100 MERIDIAN AVE N Sidewalk along 51st is completely overgrown. Almost impossible to navigate with … Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 7956 RENTON AVE S 14 DAY PAY OR VACATE. Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 301 S 301 S 20th Ave AVE S Black mold, concrete dust left by a un licensed contractor. MSM floor covering … Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 1901 Rainier AVE S Hookah lounge without the legal use permit. NOV Issued
2026-05-18 Violation — 1421 15TH AVE Fan not working in kitchen Open Duplicate
2026-05-18 Violation — 1308 24TH AVE S This property placed a "pod storage" container on the street over a year ago in … Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 4039 8TH AVE NE Tenant says that her lease is ending on 5/31/26. She does not want to commit to … Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 8425 RAINIER PL S Lease termination Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 7250 RAINIER AVE S Restaurant with high pitched mechanical noise Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 717 23RD AVE Lease is ending on 6/8/26. Lease is supposed to auto convert on 6/14/26. Emaile… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 1406 WESTERN AVE Garbage being backed up in apartment complex Under Investigation
2026-05-18 General Construction $24,000 5717 S PRENTICE ST Construct a new accessory structure per STFI —
2026-05-18 Violation — 220 10TH AVE Tenant does not have access with his key fob to get into building, but he CAN st… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 9000 45TH AVE NE Neighbor removed trees along property line, width of trees 6 to 12 inches Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 7415 5TH AVE NE Construction noise complaint. Major roof work on apartment building that involve… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 1718 MELROSE AVE Received 90-day notice. Believes he does not qualify for TRAO. Seeking tenant ri… Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 4534 11TH AVE NE Construction without permits Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 1901 Rainier AVE S Hookah lounge without the legal use permit. Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 3621 33RD AVE S Eviction Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 4601 S GRAHAM ST Roaches have been In the building since moving in. I have been paying out of poc… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 3527 S DAWSON ST Hedges growing high blocking line of sight Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 212 NW 46TH ST Vegetation encroaches sidewalk. Entire sidewalk to be clear concrete edge to con… Warning
2026-05-18 Violation — 231 BELMONT AVE E Questions about lease renewal, landlord pressuring tenant to renew or not by tom… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 1308 24th AVE S A porta potty (Honey Bucket) was placed at this address that has not been remove… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 2156 8TH AVE W Tenant has reached out to landlord about electrical breaker box issues and has r… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 4073 GILMAN AVE W P2 landlord failure to renew lease Completed
2026-05-18 Violation — 5113 SW ADMIRAL WAY Overgrown blackberry blocking Admiral sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 3408 LAFAYETTE AVE S Charging independent fee for carpet cleaning, tenant wondering if that's legal. Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 2457 S HOLLY ST Property leveled, large retaining blocks placed on perimeter fence line, large c… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 1901 FRANKLIN AVE E Apartment flooded, landlord refusing him to re-enter apartment. Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 426 BELLEVUE AVE E Rent increase Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 4006 50TH AVE SW The following issues have been consistently observed: Junk Storage / Yard Sanit… Initiated
2026-05-18 Violation — 1101 E TERRACE ST Key fob that grants access to building went out. Landlord is refusing to replace… Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 12020 39TH AVE NE 8 ft tall fence built without a permit, bright strobe light aimed at neighbor Under Investigation
2026-05-18 Violation — 829 NE 67TH ST Nature of Complaint: Illegal upfront holding deposit terms, violation of statuto… Initiated
2026-05-18 General Construction $13,714 2400 LAKE PARK DR S Construct new public restroom at existing Mt. Baker Park with alterations to pat… —
2026-05-18 Violation — 9400 RAINIER AVE S Requesting an investigation/investigator due to full kitchen ceiling removed 3/1… Initiated
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Permit Types in Seattle
New Construction
609 85.4%
HVAC
72 10.1%
General Construction
15 2.1%
Structural
7 1.0%
Landscaping & Exterior
6 0.8%
Demolition
4 0.6%
Construction Activity in Seattle

New building permits in Seattle, Washington indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.

About Seattle Building Permits

Seattle, Washington processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 713+ Seattle building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Seattle requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in Seattle.

How Contractors Use Seattle Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Seattle use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.

Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor Seattle building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.

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Who pulled permits in Seattle this week?

PermitGrab indexes 713 building permits in Seattle, with new filings from the city's permit feed on every refresh. Each permit is matched against 10 property-owner records for direct outreach.

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Updated daily. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.

What construction is happening in Seattle right now?

In the last 30 days, Seattle permitting activity covers 117 new building permits alongside 7,372 active code violations. The mix spans new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, and tenant improvements — every record is a buying signal for a different contractor or supplier persona.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Building Permits

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PermitGrab currently tracks 713 building permits in Seattle, Washington. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal open-data source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the Seattle permit data?

PermitGrab collects Seattle on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently updated daily, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

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Contractors find leads in Seattle by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.

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Seattle permit & owner data, by use case

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Real estate investors
Code violations in Seattle = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Seattle GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Seattle addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Seattle are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Seattle renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Seattle permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Seattle mean a long runway of subcontractor and material orders. Sort new-construction permits by project value and reach the GC before the trades are locked.
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