Seattle Building Permits & Contractor Leads

685 indexed permits · 31 active contractors · 7,187 code violations · Seattle, Washington.

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PermitGrab tracks 31 active contractors who pulled 685 building permits in Seattle, WA. Live tracking of 7,187 code violations in the same area. Updated daily.

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685
Indexed Permits
31
Active Contractors
7,187
Code Violations
5,036
Property Owners
Updated recently · 2026-06-08
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Seattle had 114 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 89 new construction, 21 hvac and 1 demolition. The average project value is $619,265.

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7,872 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-01-14 Violation 4525 BAGLEY AVE N Received 30-day notice Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 10041 2ND AVE SW I am a current tenant at 10041 2nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146, and I am submittin… Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 417 14TH AVE E Overhanging tree branch completely blocking sidewalk. Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 9738 B 57TH AVE S Per WAC 468-34-290 and SMC 23.57, the communication line on this address is und… Under Investigation
2026-01-14 Violation 4040 26TH AVE SW 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 6620 ROOSEVELT WAY NE 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 855 W NICKERSON ST Rent increase Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 1112 B 23RD AVE S No heat, landlord says he's working on it, but still no heat from furnace Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 913 S JACKSON ST Tenant recieved an eviction notice. Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 617 3RD AVE W Unknown extra utility bill given to tenant from landlord, would like to know ten… Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 220 N 58TH ST Completely overgrown hedge from private property and planting strip onto sidewal… Under Investigation
2026-01-14 Violation 1106 PIKE ST No heat because it's thru the electricity, electricity is not working. No access… Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 1112 23RD AVE S Tenant has a 10 days notice to vacate (Eviction). They think its a retalitory … Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 4145 11TH AVE NE Given 10 day notice to vacate Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 212 ALASKAN WAY S Elevator down, hasn't been operating for weeks Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 1207 W BOTHWELL ST Unregistered rental hosting 2 sets of tenants Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 3028 WESTERN AVE I am writing to formally contest the approval allowing construction work outside… Completed
2026-01-14 Violation 1624 BOREN AVE Somewhat loud generator noise throughout the building, most notably in the hallw… Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 1170 REPUBLICAN ST 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-14 Violation 710 CHERRY ST 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-14 General Construction $396,001 2208 SW trenton ST Construct south two family dwelling per plan. (Construct (2) two family dwelling…
2026-01-14 General Construction $396,001 2208 SW TRENTON ST Construct north two family dwelling per plan. (Construct (2) two family dwelling…
2026-01-14 General Construction $562,410 4226 A LATONA AVE NE Construct west 2-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as (2) townhouses per …
2026-01-14 General Construction $77,097 6551 23RD AVE NW Remove existing detached accessory structure (garage) and construct new detached…
2026-01-14 General Construction $564,906 4228 LATONA AVE NE Construct east 2-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as (2) townhouses per …
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Permit Types in Seattle
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 685+ 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.

PermitGrab sends daily email alerts filtered by trade, so Seattle electrical contractors only see electrical permits, HVAC contractors only see mechanical permits, and so on.

Reviewed by Marcus Reeves · Page data current as of · Sources: official Seattle open data portal.

Who pulled permits in Seattle this week?

PermitGrab indexes 685 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.

How fresh is Seattle permit data?

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 114 new building permits alongside 7,187 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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Who’s Building in Seattle?

Property owners with active permits or flagged parcels. Great leads for solar, insurance, home-warranty, and renovation vendors.

Property Address Owner Source
5342 S KENYON ST AND*** County assessor
7763 SEWARD PARK AVE S HAW*** County assessor
5143 S OTHELLO ST MED*** County assessor
1433 E JOHN ST C/O*** County assessor
4127 48TH AVE SW DEC*** County assessor

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Seattle?

PermitGrab currently tracks 685 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.

How can contractors find construction leads in Seattle?

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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The 14-day trial includes full Pro access to Seattle — unlimited phone and website reveals, CSV export, trade and value-tier filters, lead scoring, and violation cross-reference flags. Card required to start; cancel anytime before day 14.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Cancel any time from your account page — no contracts, no cancellation fees. Your subscription stays active through the end of the current billing period.

Who buys this data?

Seattle permit & owner data, by use case

Same data, different angle. Pick the playbook that matches what you sell.

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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