Seattle Building Permits & Contractor Leads

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

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Indexed Permits
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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8,202 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-03-02 Violation 9701 AURORA AVE N Encampment created on private property Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 1610 TAYLOR AVE N Overgrown vegetation Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 2727 NE BLAKELEY ST PER CSB: Request #26-00043509 was closed 8 days ago without explanation. The pro… Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 560 GALER ST Overgrown vegetation Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 502 NEWTON ST Overgrown vegetation Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 8718 LINDEN AVE N DUPLICATE 002424-26CPCSB 26-00042856 Unauthorized encampment on vacant property… Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 9825 32ND AVE NE CSB 26-00054581 Limbs from fallen tree in street. Cusses street to narrow and im… Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 3405 37TH AVE S CSB 26-00056119 Sidewalk blocked by vegetation - ADA accessibility issue - can't… Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 1516 A TAYLOR AVE N Overgrown vegetation Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 501 CROCKETT ST Overgrown vegetation Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 3261 NE 100TH ST The sidewalk on the west side of 35th ave NE between 98th Ave NE and 100 Ave NE … Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 9721 RAINIER AVE S Overgrowth blocking sidewalk on Rainier Ave Under Investigation
2026-03-02 General Construction $729,371 6046 36TH AVE SW Construct West two-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as townhouses per la…
2026-03-02 General Construction $204,420 9403 C 45TH AVE NE Construct WEST one-family dwelling per plan (Establish use as Single-family dwel…
2026-03-02 General Construction $835,700 9403 A 45TH AVE NE Construct EAST two-family dwelling per plan (Establish use as Single-family dwel…
2026-03-02 Violation 2053 S FERDINAND ST Blackberry Under Investigation
2026-03-02 Violation 464 CROCKETT ST Overgrown Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 7008 JONES AVE NW Overgrown vegetation that encroaches on the sidewalk. Completed
2026-03-02 Violation 1605 E ALDER ST Warning
2026-03-01 Violation 812 NW 63RD ST Recently, I believe Seattle City Light performed work in our area where they cut… Closed
2026-03-01 Violation 11227 FREMONT AVE N Not maintains alleyway for trash pickup and to allow neighbors easy garage acces… Completed
2026-03-01 Violation 5033 A 12TH AVE NE STR license is getting used for 2 properties and neither one of them is occupied… Closed
2026-03-01 Violation 7341 27TH AVE NW Issue: Cracked City Sewer StubLocation of Defect: 108 feet from the basement cle… Completed
2026-03-01 Violation 4443 39TH AVE S Over grown plants blocking sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-03-01 Violation 11508 DURLAND AVE NE There is massive overgrowth growing into the street and obstructing views in the… Under Investigation
2026-03-01 General Construction $325,483 5037 36TH AVE NE Construct WEST one-family dwelling per plan (Establish use and construct 3 singl…
2026-03-01 Violation 11708 17TH AVE NE Excessive loud hammering beginning at 8:00am on Sunday 3/1. City ordinance indic… Completed
2026-03-01 General Construction $502,099 3307 A 25TH AVE S Construct east two-family dwelling A/B per plan. Establish use as (1) three-stor…
2026-03-01 General Construction $404,369 3309 A 25TH AVE S Construct west two-family dwelling C/D per plan ([Land use statement here] Const…
2026-03-01 Violation 142 NW CANAL ST Mini split a/c install. No refrigeration permit. Under Investigation
2026-03-01 General Construction $293,483 5039 A 36TH AVE NE Construct CENTER one-family dwelling per plan (Establish use and construct 3 sin…
2026-03-01 General Construction $293,483 5039 B 36TH AVE NE Construct EAST one-family dwelling per plan (Establish use and construct 3 singl…
2026-03-01 Violation 4214 S RAYMOND ST Illegal dumping- other people using our garbage and recycling bins. We were char… Closed
2026-03-01 Violation 9811 WATERS AVE S Sidewalk blocked by plants Under Investigation
2026-03-01 Violation 537 N 71ST ST We live two doors down from this property, and since it was demolished a little … Closed
2026-03-01 Violation 4016 WALLINGFORD AVE N The property is not owner occupied but using SFR, AADU and DADU for short term r… Closed
2026-02-28 Violation 5338 SW MANNING ST Vegetation and landscaping rocks in the right of way. Sightlines for driveways a… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 527 12th AVE E Flooding from above unit leaking from electrical outlets create unsafe condition… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 131 N 75TH ST Seems like the new build next door is trying to modify their driveway and add an… Under Investigation
2026-02-28 Violation 800 SENECA ST We are unable to enter our apartment.Our building is a 31 floor apartment comple… Open Duplicate
2026-02-28 Violation 1001 Taylor AVE N NOISE COMPLAINT. LOUD SDOT construction on Taylor Ave N began before 7am on Satu… Under Investigation
2026-02-28 Violation 2632 EASTLAKE AVE E Overgrown vegetation blocking sidewalk. Under Investigation
2026-02-28 Violation 138 N 74TH ST Shrub growing into and blocking lane Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 9176 NW Holman rd. I am reporting an imminently hazardous condition in my rental unit involving per… Under Investigation
2026-02-28 Violation 5325 14TH AVE NW Tent be McDonalds parking lot for the 1 millionth time. Shelter, jail, rehab Under Investigation
2026-02-28 Violation 5508 26TH AVE S Constant littering of beer cans, beer bottles, old tire, empty oil container, br… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 4516 A 40TH AVE SW I am submitting a complaint regarding sustained nighttime commercial noise origi… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 1513 13th AVE S The house has been in disrepair for years. The roof is functionally gone, the si… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 2019 BOREN AVE For the last two years, the alarm system in the 14th floor electrical room has b… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 2222 SW BARTON ST Regional manager Ivy Young, Project S28 LLC, and S28 Bode Westwood have failed t… Completed
2026-02-28 Violation 4456 40TH AVE SW At least one large canopy tree was cut down, and I'm checking there was a permit… Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 4505 39TH AVE SW Hearing loud noise from West Seattle Bowl Completed
2026-02-27 General Construction $805,644 2410 NW NEPTUNE PL Establish use as single-family residence with attached accessory dwelling unit p…
2026-02-27 Violation 4619 AURORA AVE N Garage improperly converted to living space. Taken up free street parking spots … Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 735 10TH AVE E TRAO related questions Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1222 TAYLOR AVE N No flooring, no cabinets, working oven or sink, no dishwasher, no washer/dryer, … Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 127 NW BOWDOIN PL Issue with plumbing and structural aspects of balcony in home. After issue with … Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 1033 S CLOVERDALE ST The property has severely overgrown vegetation creating a potential fire hazard.… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1225 1ST AVE Von's has informed nearby residents of late-night construction work related to H… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 2226 3RD AVE Tent in gated property Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 2803 W VIEW PL I'm writing to report a water leak. There is a significant water leak coming fro… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 2222 SW Barton ST 1. Unfinished sidewalks 2. Mangled road. 3. Open pit surrounded with temporary c… Closed
2026-02-27 Violation 3736 Renton AVE S I suspect unpermitted construction occurring at this address. Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 4120 11TH AVE NE Bed bugs have been detected throughout the unit. Management has not scheduled t… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 3306 35TH AVE S Fire in unit , owner wants to know if she is responsible for replacing tenants … Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 9501 SAND POINT WAY NE Property is collecting a lot of junk storage and storing vehiclesREFERENCE: 0150… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1702 41ST AVE SW Neighbor at 1701 41st ave sw cut down 2 trees in complainant's yard. Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 1550 NW 51ST ST rent increase Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 7315 JONES AVE NW There is demolition and excavation happening on site and I wantt obe sure the ra… Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 7357 23RD AVE NE Overgrown Vegetation Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 3022 32nd AVE W ZONING - PARKING Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 511 QUEEN ANNE AVE N UCT Forwarded Complaint: Unauthorized encampmentINSPECTOR: Please update K Hou a… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 2960 EASTLAKE AVE E rent increase Completed
2026-02-27 General Construction $239,909 13717 STONE AVE N Construct alterations to existing East one family dwelling per plan. (Establish …
2026-02-27 Violation 505 HARRISON ST DUPLICATE 000686-26CPCSB 26-00051065 unauthorized encampment on private property Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 800 SENECA ST Only one elevator is currently functional for a 31 story building + 5 levels bel… Closed
2026-02-27 Violation 2512 ELLIOTT AVE ENCAMPMENT-NEW FOLKS Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 934 N 100TH ST tenant rights - referred by Inspector Antoine to call inquire about TRAO (see 10… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1223 E SPRUCE ST ENCAMPMENT Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 505 HARRISON ST Growing encampment Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1526 16TH AVE E LIFE-SAFETY VIOLATION: UNLAWFUL UTILITY SHUT-OFF, PHYSICAL ASSAULT & ACTIVE WATE… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1711 13TH AVE S Our building caught fire Jan 11th and the building has been uninhabitable since.… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 2502 8TH AVE W Overgrown vegetation onto sidewalk where people are walking. Kids are walking in… Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 7943 11TH AVE SW Overgrown plants blocking sidewalk. Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 9231 RAINIER AVE S Side walk obstruction with overgrown blackberry bushes. Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 323 25TH AVE S Mold in unit, landlord is using some type of chemical to clean the mold that is… Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 1903 20TH AVE S Sidewalk overgrown, forcing pedestrians into street. 26-00054954 Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 507 HARVARD AVE E Construction noise outside of allowed hours. Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 800 SENECA ST Only one elevator is currently functional for a 31 story building + 5 levels bel… Under Investigation
2026-02-27 General Construction $239,909 13713 STONE AVE N Construct new west one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family…
2026-02-27 Violation 1605 N 100TH ST ZONING - PARKING IN REQUIRED FRONT YARD AND INOPERABLE VEHICLE Warning
2026-02-27 General Construction $469,205 1400 N 107TH ST Construct new East two family dwelling East Unit A per plan. (Establish new sing…
2026-02-27 Violation 505 HARRISON ST Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00052203 Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 800 SENECA ST Cielo Apartments are in breach of ADA violations as well as fire and safety code… Closed
2026-02-27 General Construction $239,909 13715 STONE AVE N Construct new one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family dwel…
2026-02-27 Violation 8710 10TH AVE S Work happening on SFR prior to required inspection meetings/appts and remodel do… Initiated
2026-02-27 Violation 999 HIAWATHA PL S The business next to our building has installed extremely bright night lights. M… Under Investigation
2026-02-27 Violation 50 University ST VERY loud garbage pickup before 7:00 AM Closed
2026-02-27 Violation 1420 E HOWELL ST I am a tenant in a multi-story apartment building (four floors). The building's … Completed
2026-02-27 Violation 7907 AURORA AVE N Trash Open Duplicate
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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 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.

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 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.

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 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Seattle?

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.

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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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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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