Seattle Building Permits & Contractor Leads

731 indexed permits · 31 active contractors · 7,520 code violations · Seattle, Washington.

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31
Active Contractors
7,520
Code Violations
364
Property Owners
Updated recently · 2026-06-17
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Seattle had 128 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 100 new construction, 24 hvac and 1 demolition. The average project value is $611,950.

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8,251 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-02-04 Violation 14337 32ND AVE NE Tenant says owner is trying to show his unit to possible new tenants. Says his l… Under Investigation
2026-02-04 Violation 8647 FAUNTLEROY WAY SW Hedges if front of these two homes are so overgrown, they take up almost half of… Under Investigation
2026-02-04 Violation 411 14TH AVE E Low hanging tree - inadequate clearance on sidewalk Completed
2026-02-04 Violation 4712 26TH AVE SW Overground tree blocking the sidewalk. Completed
2026-02-04 Violation 1300 DENNY WAY Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00033352 Under Investigation
2026-02-04 Violation 2613 NE 145TH ST Moss and grass covered sidewalks along south side of NE 145th St, really bad bet… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 2908 S HOLLY ST Concerns that her home has mold and other contaminants. Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 601 WALL ST sidewalk on West side of borealis ave between denny way and 6th ave is covered i… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 6322 HIGH POINT DR SW tenant rights Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 3046 SW AVALON WAY Per CSB: Large pack light installed and floods out entire block. Multiple upset … Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 1506 NW 63RD ST Overgrown bush creating a dangerous blind turn. Also infested with rats. Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 8018 11TH AVE NE This house (8018 11th Ave NE) has a couple of occupants living in it. The lawn h… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 2414 QUEEN ANNE AVE N there may be a property line encroachment of a code-required walking path and de… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 General Construction $297,287 13737 B 23RD AVE NE Construct new NW one family dwelling (SFR2) per plan. (Establish use as single f…
2026-02-03 Violation 930 31ST AVE S Construction trucks are dumping truckloads of rocks, maybe to raise site or the … Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 1143 NW 59th ST Squatter has started camping out in this vacant lot. It has high brush and able … Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 417 14th AVE E This tree near 14th & Harrison is obstructing the sidewalk so pedestrians have t… Completed
2026-02-03 General Construction $297,334 13739 23RD AVE NE Construct new East one family dwelling (SFR1) per plan. (Establish use as single…
2026-02-03 Violation 2204 SW TRENTON ST Questions about the construction site next to his property. He is reporting tha… Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 111 1ST AVE S 10 day notice Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 2301 NE 125TH ST Rat infestation - which notified landlord and PM 2 weeks ago without resolution.… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 2653 NW 56TH ST alarm sound going off since Dec 2025 constantly 24hrs all day and night Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 3920 STONE WAY N Drainage malfunction in pipes above unit, unit needs dehumidifier, tenant thinks… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 3632 24th AVE S Laurel hedge blocking majority of sidewalk Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 720 25TH AVE For 14 months I was given access to a basement apartment at this location, in ex… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 1760 16TH AVE S POTA complaint regarding 001496-26CP Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 1530 NW 57TH ST Received public housing lease amendment, which lowered her balance. Does not say… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 General Construction $302,106 13737 A 23RD AVE NE Construct new SW one family dwelling (SFR3) per plan. (Establish use as single f…
2026-02-03 Violation 308 4TH AVE S L3 emergency structural fix. Has been over 10 days. Black mold around all window… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 846 S ROSE ST Notice to vacate at the end of the month. Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 907 WARREN AVE N Received eviction notice Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 81 CLAY ST Elevator out, mgmt says it'll be over a month to get fix. Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 3430 RAINIER AVE S Live in first floor apartment facing street on rainier ave s, open area near win… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 426 11TH AVE E Mold growth in apartment. Potential mold growth in walls. Windows are not sealed… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1419 E UNION ST Around month ago work order was placed to get his heater fixed. Curious about mo… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 2027 15TH AVE S Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1808 E MERCER ST The property in question is an ongoing townhouse development. I own the Shea apa… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 5700 ANN ARBOR AVE NE Overgrown yardreference: 013305-25CP Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 5228 11TH AVE NE Questions about subleasing. Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 4730 CALIFORNIA AVE SW rent increase Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 3624 SW TRENTON ST Vegetation OvergrowthViolation Warning
2026-02-03 General Construction $211,106 1226 B NW 121ST ST Construct east one-family dwelling per plan. [Establish single-family use with d…
2026-02-03 Violation 1111 NW 58TH ST Reporting unpermitted work at this address. Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 2721 NE 127TH ST Junk furniture from interior of house Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 13701 2ND AVE NE Unofficial no parking signs and large rocks that act as unofficial traffic-contr… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1705 BELMONT AVE Shrubs blocking sidewalkreference: 013841-25CP Completed
2026-02-03 General Construction $244,232 2102 N 128TH ST Construct SOUTH one-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as detached accesso…
2026-02-03 Violation 1815 18TH AVE IVY BLOCKING 18TH - 2/3 BLOCKED Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 7308 47TH AVE NE Air conditioning structure too close to fence reference 015622-26CP Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 1105 SPRING ST rent increase - stating I owe 1 month back rent although Feb was supposed to be … Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 650 S DEARBORN ST Encampments in parking lot Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 900 W GARFIELD ST There's tree cutting going on with chainsaws and an unmarked truck (no tree cutt… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1105 SPRING ST My landlord Maple Leaf Property Management is violating SMC 7.24.030 by refusing… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1401 BOREN AVE Would like more information on the TRAO assistance program Under Investigation
2026-02-03 General Construction $20,000 7061 7TH AVE NW Construct alterations to existing single family residence per STFI
2026-02-03 Violation 1623 5TH AVE W Per CSB: Kids setting small fires in an abandoned house, repeatedly breaking in Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 9001 LAKE CITY WAY NE The elevator to the 4th floor has been out of order since the beginning of Janua… Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 1108 B TAYLOR AVE N I am seeking a city inspection for persistent habitability issues that have been… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 2031 42ND AVE E I am reporting a noise and construction hours violation at a residential propert… Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 2402 2ND AVE Owner's Certification of Exemption Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 2031 42nd AVE E Summary: There is construction activity occurring outside permitted hours at a r… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 3809 RAINIER AVE S Illegal dumping, fires, encampment Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 14319 ASHWORTH AVE N unregistered rental Initiated
2026-02-03 Violation 2061 43rd AVE E Homeless sleeping and exposing himself in private property garage Lyn and 43rd i… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 4701 26TH AVE SW Overgrown vegetation blocking the sidewalk Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 6406 29TH AVE S unregistered rental Initiated
2026-02-03 Violation 634 11TH AVE E Sidewalk Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 766 JOHN ST There is a tent, paraphernalia and trash set up blocking our access gate and has… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 5614 SW WINTHROP ST Neighbor has recently painted home and performed concrete work. After completing… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 6035 19TH AVE S unregistered rental Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 422 N 120TH ST Structure on this property has collapsed and fallen onto her fence. This is push… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 1441 NW 61ST ST Overgrown vines blocking half of public sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 4402 S OTHELLO ST Large tree with very low limbs (4-5 feet above sidewalk) blocks sidewalk and the… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 6314 42ND AVE SW rent increase Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 4215 S LUCILE ST 4213 south Lucile st are violating "No more than three small animals such as dog… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 5834 32ND AVE S unregistered rental Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 801 NW 80TH ST City road crew operating loud mechanical equipment after 10 PM Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 1412 SUMMIT AVE Raw sewage backed up into bathtub for several weeks, no water in unit except for… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 818 NE 106TH ST Garbage at Northgate Manor Apartments has been accumulating outside of rolling d… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 General Construction $269,011 12812 MERIDIAN AVE N Construct NORTH one-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as detached accesso…
2026-02-03 Violation 100 LAKESIDE AVE S Sauna business, people swimming in marina with electric hookups, propane tanks b… NOV Issued
2026-02-03 Violation 1711 13TH AVE S Questions regarding relocation assistance in fire damage building (yellow-tag) Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 5261 11TH AVE NE Hedge blocking sidewalk. I reported this month's ago, but no change. Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 7859 A RENTON AVE S DUPLICATE 013173-25CPCSB 26-00019408 They cut the blackberry back but the sidewa… Completed
2026-02-03 Violation 14036 Greenwood AVE N The tenant in unit one company has been blocking the property from me parking in… Closed
2026-02-03 Violation 216 22ND AVE Blackberries and virgin's bower (clematis) are spilling over bulkhead on private… Under Investigation
2026-02-03 Violation 708 NE 42ND ST Overgrowth from lot is encroaching on the public sidewalk. Overgrowth contains l… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation 5234 19TH AVE SW PER CSB: There are excessive or improperly stored garbage/junk on the property b… Open Duplicate
2026-02-02 General Construction $486,584 21 A W CREMONA ST Construct NE two-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single-family resid…
2026-02-02 Violation 736 BELLEVUE PL E Lack of heat, see attached document NOV Issued
2026-02-02 Violation 3018 NE 137TH ST Water leak coming thru the floor, possible mold in the walls. Completed
2026-02-02 Violation 3034 S EDMUNDS ST Encampment /garbage in the woods Open Duplicate
2026-02-02 Violation 221 MINOR AVE N Related to 015391-25CPHVAC is still broken Closed
2026-02-02 Violation 12740 30TH AVE NE Rent increase Closed
2026-02-02 Violation 4700 35TH AVE S The roof is leaking in my bedroom causing flooding since 1/30/2026. Roof replace… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation 1623 5TH AVE W This is a known vacant property that has been inspected by the City for violatio… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation 3831 LETITIA AVE S Encampment Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation 2404 THORNDYKE PL W Overgrown tree - 26-00031476 Completed
2026-02-02 Violation 507 NE NORTHGATE WAY Tenant claiming discrimination by landlord regarding disability Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation 1953 10TH AVE W Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 4; units occupied: 4.… Reviews In Process
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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 731+ 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 731 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 128 new building permits alongside 7,520 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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7,520 open code violations in Seattle, each matched to the property owner. An owner facing a citation is the warmest restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead there is — and no marketplace sells this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Seattle?

PermitGrab currently tracks 731 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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