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724 indexed permits · 31 active contractors · 7,478 code violations · Seattle, Washington.

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724
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31
Active Contractors
7,478
Code Violations
364
Property Owners
Updated recently · 2026-06-16
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Seattle had 126 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 100 new construction, 22 hvac and 2 landscaping & exterior. The average project value is $619,309.

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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-03-16 Violation — 1723 SUMMIT AVE Cockroaches in building and unit. Tenant states it is causing health problems. S… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 4310 8TH AVE NW Unauthorized encampment near sidewalk we're building needs to be secured. Unsafe… Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 1723 SUMMIT AVE Cockroaches in building and unit. Tenant states it is causing health problems. S… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 4611 S AUSTIN ST This property is completely derelict. I doubt anyone knows how long it has been … EO Vacate Close Issued
2026-03-16 Violation — 6400 42ND AVE S landlord aware of problem with front door it has gaps can see outside/looks like… Closed
2026-03-16 Violation — 2524 S JACKSON ST Owner's Certification of No Displacement Closed
2026-03-16 Violation — 8800 20TH AVE NE The unit is not registered with the RRIO, but has tenants. The unit is part of a… Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 4220 S OTHELLO ST Renting a one bedroom where the bedroom does not fit a 7'x7' square Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 6911 30TH AVE NW sub-pump high pitch alarm went off all weekend Closed
2026-03-16 Violation — 1951 3RD AVE W do they have an active permit for this property? (6947907-CN) shows expired Apr… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 1951 3RD AVE W noise above 80dba, did they get permission for noise variance Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 321 31st AVE Sewage back up in apartment. Sewage currently coming up through base of toilet a… Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 5257 36TH AVE SW Construction Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 4563 34th AVE S Excessively bright light located over garage and on porch. The blinding light bl… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 605 E DENNY WAY QUESTIONS ABOUT TENANT RELOCATION ASSISTANCE LEASE. AS WELL QUESTIONS ANOUT LAND… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 421 BELMONT AVE E WATER METER IS NOT REGESTERING WATER CONSUMPTION CORRECTLY, LANDLORD IS NOT HELP… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 5809 AIRPORT WAY S Visible mold and rats, wants inspection. Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 1709 HARBOR AVE SW LANDLORD IS ASKING TENANT TO VACATE PROPERTY FOR JUST CAUSE. HAS BEEN GIVEN 60 … Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 6525 51ST AVE NE Developer removed wall on their side of property that caused neighbor's retainin… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 927 N 87TH ST Fence was torn down by Landmark group Investment company. Complainant says they… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 2035 NW 63RD ST New management has taken over, and they want tenant to look over lease electroni… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 2317 22ND AVE S Crew constructing the 6 new town homes used heavy machinery in the ally behind t… Closed
2026-03-16 Violation — 920 NE 63RD ST *Polybutylene Pipe (PB) being used in apartment unit 105.*Polybutylene was widel… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 2218 NW 62nd ST My driveway is blocked again.  I pay my taxes and I expect to come and go when I… Completed
2026-03-16 Violation — 1530 belmont AVE The elevator in my building has been going out of service multiple times per wee… Under Investigation
2026-03-16 Violation — 1815 18TH AVE A chimney on the neighboring residential property at has been emitting smoke tha… Initiated
2026-03-15 Violation — 123 BELLEVUE AVE E Both elevators out of service in 8 story building. Elevators have gotten stuck s… Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 1509 BROADWAY Noise.   Over 80 db in my 8th floor apt with double panes windows closed causing… Completed
2026-03-15 Violation — 2858 NW 69th ST This is a repeat complaint. The construction site across the street has a malfun… Completed
2026-03-15 Violation — 225 HARVARD AVE E Noise complaint for loud music in the evening everyday sometimes late into the n… Closed
2026-03-15 Violation — 4814 M L KING JR WAY S unauthorized encampment Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 1617 S HILL ST Illegal encampment and trespassing on private property Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 6738 CARLETON AVE S Vegetation blocking sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 6420 FLORA AVE S Vegetation blocking sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 7903 RAINIER AVE S The back lot associated with this property (at the intersection of 50th Ave Sout… Under Investigation
2026-03-15 Violation — 303 Battery ST There is no heat. It is snowing outside and freezing, but the heat is not workin… Completed
2026-03-15 Violation — 5202 35TH AVE S Unpermitted/illegal driveway The supposed driveway at this address is a makeshi… Completed
2026-03-15 Violation — 822 B NW 52ND ST We noticed this house is being used for short term/rental and Airbnb but not cer… Completed
2026-03-15 Violation — 8333 55TH AVE NE Sand Point Country Club grounds staff were seen performing major, commercial-lev… Completed
2026-03-14 Violation — 14004 17TH AVE NE The owners have illegally cut down a large protected red maple which sits entire… Completed
2026-03-14 Violation — 5027 26TH AVE SW harp branches over sidewalk. Scraped my eye as I was walking. Needs to be trimme… Completed
2026-03-14 Violation — 3227 S NORMAN ST Overgrown vegetation onto sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-03-14 Violation — 5257 36TH AVE SW Gut renovation, lots of work happening. No permits posted or available online. Completed
2026-03-14 Violation — 5052 25TH AVE SW a person is living in the back yard in an unenclosed storage area. he's been the… Under Investigation
2026-03-14 Violation — 3440 14th AVE S I reported on Jan 22nd 2026 that the heater in the bedroom is not working. Today… Under Investigation
2026-03-14 Violation — 1019 TERRY AVE Basement stairwell fire exit door exiting on Spring ST is padlocked shut and una… Under Investigation
2026-03-14 Violation — 5007 S Brandon ST Alex Trees Service LLC violated the TSP regulations by severely topping an estab… Under Investigation
2026-03-14 Violation — 2858 NW 69TH ST This is a high-pitched alarm emanating from new construction at this address.Con… Completed
2026-03-14 Violation — 8042 SUNNYSIDE AVE N Entire sidewalk blocked by hedge, This has been able to stand for years now. I c… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 919 2ND AVE W I purchased a Co-Op apartment unit 601 at this location in November 2025. After … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1705 BELMONT AVE Hedges are not trimmed, blocking sidewalk. ADA concern as complainant's wheelcha… Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 10509 NORTH PARK AVE N Eviction notice Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 1609 31ST AVE Next to his home there is vacant property. Pest in home, starting to travel to n… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 7315 JONES AVE NW Junk storage Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 6419 9TH AVE NW Structures in required yard Warning
2026-03-13 Violation — 3333 59TH AVE SW The back door at 3333 59th Ave SW has been without locking hardware since the fa… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 11200 1ST AVE NE Owner's Certification of Exemption Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 2312 E JOHN ST Disabled tenant. The ADA lift is broken and management is unwilling to fix. Tena… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 4617 AURORA AVE N Heat source is stove fireplace, carbon monoxide scare so fireplace can no longer… NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 10509 PARK AVE N Illegal entry without consent, locked up restroom and kitchen from tenant. Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 3031 NE 137TH ST Washer and dryer not working, electrical smell in laundry room. Buzzing sound co… NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 2203 NOB HILL AVE N Vegetation overgrowth Warning
2026-03-13 Violation — 1406 WESTERN AVE 1406 western ave 98101Have not had a working shower since Tuesday. Works from ho… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 2655 13TH AVE W Vegetation overgrowth Warning
2026-03-13 Violation — 1205 NE 42ND ST rights - room is practically unlivable because repair fixes aren't working need … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1705 BELMONT AVE DUPLICATE 003450-26CPCSB 26-00066172 Bushes are covering most of the sidewalk an… Open Duplicate
2026-03-13 Violation — 5301 BEACH DR SW Overgrown shrubs Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 5226 SW DAKOTA ST Cutting down full size trees in back yard. Tree server provider had no informat… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1406 WESTERN AVE Have not had a working shower since Tuesday. Works from home, people in and out … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 5639 University Way NE Junk Storage Warning
2026-03-13 Violation — 5028 49th AVE SW My neighbor at 5028 49th AVE Sw was saw cutting and rotohammering concrete from … Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 2410 NW NEPTUNE PL Oily sheen on road during demolition of house. Sheen has never been seen before… Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 929 N 105TH ST Upstairs apartment was remodeled, without building permits. W/d was installed an… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1614 40TH AVE Landlord who lives in unit above was dog sitting. Dog feces and urine came from … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1209 S BAILEY ST PER CSB: The building owned by MAGA TRUST Lisa Miller Trustee at 1209-1215 So. B… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 5700 S 129TH ST Tenant is reporting a horrible ant infestation in unit. Her children immune sys… Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 3803 S WARSAW ST PER CSB: Customer contacted CSB to report concern regarding elevator accessibili… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 5028 49th Ave SW AVE SW DUPLICATE 003238-26CPusing leaf blower/saw cutting 5-8pm Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 610 HARVARD AVE E Black mold in toilet, hot water is cloudy NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 2425 HARBOR AVE SW Water damage, mold, mildew in several units, all units on the top floor have thi… NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 4507 S HOLLY ST I am a tenant at [4507 South Holly Street Seattle, Washington 98118]. The unit h… NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 3254 63RD AVE SW Bushes and trees leaning and falling over sidewalk and pulling cable lines down.… Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 514 E ROY ST Property manager is not maintaining fire egress windows in bedrooms to minimum c… NOV Issued
2026-03-13 Violation — 1519 E SPRING ST I am filing a complaint because my apartment has not had working heat since Sept… Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 421 BELLEVUE AVE E The building elevator has been broken since 3/4/26 with no firm date of fix and … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1205 NE 42ND ST My bedroom carpet has been completely soaked with water since November. It's so … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 3624 PHINNEY AVE N Apartment unit construction late into the night Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 530 Melrose AVE E Construction scaffolding on main entrance to Condominium is at eye level. Impact… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 4220 12TH AVE NE I am reporting a persistent and recurring gas odor in my bedroom at this propert… Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1630 BOYLSTON AVE roof leak - submitted maintenance request 3/6/26 was told someone would be come … Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 1630 BOYLSTON AVE tenant rights - repair timelines Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 8610 AURORA AVE N ongoing pest roach infestation - landlord aware not address issue Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 8370 RAINIER AVE S Another encampment with a lot of debris. Damaging fences as well. You can enter … Closed
2026-03-13 Violation — 4701 40TH AVE SW Please have owner of Bank of America property cut back overgrown vegetation obst… Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 5015 BEACH DR SW Overgrown shrubs Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 5261 BEACH DR SW Overgrown hedges Under Investigation
2026-03-13 Violation — 8370 RAINIER AVE S Another encampment with a lot of debris. Damaging fences as well. You can enter … Open Duplicate
2026-03-13 Violation — 5404 NE 65TH ST Overgrown Vegetation Warning
2026-03-13 Violation — 1712 S HANFORD ST PSE is doing an ongoing construction project in my neighborhood with loud, large… Completed
2026-03-13 Violation — 915 25TH AVE S I have an emergency. Water is leaking through my smoke alarms and across my ceil… Closed
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Permit Types in Seattle
New Construction
617 85.2%
HVAC
74 10.2%
General Construction
15 2.1%
Structural
7 1.0%
Landscaping & Exterior
7 1.0%
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 724+ 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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PermitGrab indexes 724 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 126 new building permits alongside 7,478 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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PermitGrab currently tracks 724 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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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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