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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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2026-02-02 Violation — 2450 AURORA AVE N Rent increase Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 906 E JOHN ST Curious about rent compensation regarding construction in unit Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 515 14TH AVE E Dumpsters placed next to unit, emitting smell into unit. Windows do not securely… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 4750 15TH AVE NE Tenant is reporting mold located in windows, floor boards, tile, and dishwasher. Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 14024 MIDVALE AVE N rent increase Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6536 2ND AVE NE rent increase Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 549 NE 80TH ST rent increase Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 2200 SW BARTON ST tenant rights Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 800 SENECA ST tenant rights - want to terminate lease Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 420 E HOWELL ST Mold around doors and window frames. Mold as well in the bathrooms around toile… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 8614 14TH AVE SW CSB 26-00028706 Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 2209 THORNDYKE AVE W Overgrown vegetation Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 1353 30th AVE S this hedge is overgrowing a major walkway up the hill. needs to be trimmed way b… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 3123 NE 85TH ST Washing machine is broken and hasn't been fixed in five weeks Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 11026 SAND POINT WAY NE Failure of tree protection fencing NOV Issued
2026-02-02 Violation — 4740 21ST AVE NE Unsecure apartment building and garage, management does nothing about locks that… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 1412 SUMMIT AVE Raw sewage backed up into bathtub for several weeks, no water in unit except for… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 2720 22nd S — Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 5012 LATONA AVE NE tenant rights - landlord requiring me to pay for bathtub repairs stating it is m… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 3451 38TH AVE SW This house is undergoing a complete and total renovation. The property is litter… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 4326 NE 42ND ST reporting ongoing construction at this property exposed wood/no siding on this h… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 7542 ROOSEVELT WAY NE ongoing construction project multiple code violation need inspection ASAP never … Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 9715 ROOSEVELT WAY NE ongoing construction project multiple code violation need inspection ASAP never … Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 2065 NE 73RD ST Rent Increase Inquiry Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 910 MARION ST Issues with pepper spray in her unit caused by neighbor who is harassing her. Ha… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 4600 UNION BAY PL NE I am reporting a code violation involving continuous overnight construction nois… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 111 1ST AVE S Received 10-day notice to comply or vacate. Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 1300 E DENNY WAY There has been construction going on across the street (may 1311 E Denny Way) si… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 3505 S BENNETT ST Burning of construction materials that is causing smoke and horrible smell throu… Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 3825 BRIDGE WAY N Violation of RCW 59.18.280 - Failure to Return Security Deposit and Prorated Ren… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 210 FAIRVIEW AVE N Requesting inspection for mold Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 1326 15TH AVE S Carpets in unit are moldy and smell bad, restroom is molded as well. He has requ… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 1326 15TH AVE S Carpets in unit are moldy and smell bad, restroom is molded as well. He has requ… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 4730 21ST AVE NE Tenant provided her own renters insurance. However, she is being charged a rente… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 506 12TH AVE E DUPLICATE 000730-26CPCSB Blocked sidewalk Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6551 SAND POINT WAY NE Large scaffolding without proper fall protection, safety closure and permits. Va… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 8600 RAINIER AVE S Encampment in an abandoned lot Open Duplicate
2026-02-02 Violation — 6101 12TH AVE S Unauthorized encampment, recurring problemREFERENCE: 015823-25CP Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST Encampment.. right in the middle of your #1 tourist attraction.... we dont care … Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6101 12TH AVE S encampment under I5REFERENCE: 015823-25CP Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 601 21ST AVE There is a disintegrating rotting blue tarp on the roof of this building that is… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 3600 S Graham ST Please do something about homeless encampment in DSHS parking lot. When will the… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 435 WESTLAKE AVE N Sidewalks not cleaned.  Filled with trash, leaves and homeless waste.  This is t… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 11515 25TH AVE NE I was driving past my old house that I moved out of in 2019 (11515 25th Ave NE) … Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6849 26TH AVE NE SDCI permit requirements for demolition at this property indicate tree protectio… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 225 Broadway The landlord (Cascara) is attempting to enforce a $600 'Reservation Fee' for a c… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 4749 RAVENNA AVE NE Per a Booking.com posting by license number: STR-OPLI-25-002521, the `Modern 3BR… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 1951 3RD AVE W Noise complaint. The house has loud construction work at 7:45pm that is disturbi… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 285 8TH AVE N I am submitting this complaint to report a serious sanitation and public health … Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 400 S JACKSON ST We haven't had hot water since at least January 29. On that day, the buildings t… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6811 NE 20th AVE Construction noise and blocking the sidewalk. Construction workers have set up a… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 9020 20TH AVE SW Building has mold everywhere contacted management multiple times nothing has bee… Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 614 GALER ST On November 2 2025, I received a notice from my landlord (Eden Apartment /Greyst… Closed
2026-02-02 Violation — 4106 DELRIDGE WAY SW Two homeless encampments on north DelridgeINSPECTOR: Please report finding to K … Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 233 8TH AVE N Encampment blocking alleyway and trash/littering Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 2200 SW BARTON ST leak in celling from unit above - mgmt. have fixed problem with ceiling I have m… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 1924 14TH AVE W CSB There is a cinder-block retaining wall, the wall is separating and visibly f… Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 417 14TH AVE E Large branch fellREFERENCE: 000676-26CP Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 9021 35TH AVE SW CSB Customer is very upset that an issue they reported in November has gone unad… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 441 26TH AVE E CSB Landscaping debris on sidewalk for months. Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 10025 31ST AVE SW Overgrown plants are completely blocking the sidewalk in wheelchairs and power a… Completed
2026-02-02 Violation — 6551 SAND POINT WAY NE Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00031255Illegal camping in park Under Investigation
2026-02-02 Violation — 9596 1ST AVE NE Overgrown vegetation on bike lane Completed
2026-02-01 Violation — 3900 SW Alaska RD Per CSB: Homeless encampment - W Seattle LA fitness parking Completed
2026-02-01 General Construction $337,917 8340 20TH AVE NW Construct West one-family dwelling A per plan. (Establish single-family use per … —
2026-02-01 General Construction $337,917 8338 20TH AVE NW Construct middle one-family dwelling B per plan. (Establish single-family use pe… —
2026-02-01 General Construction $337,917 8336 20TH AVE NW Construct east one-family dwelling C per plan. (Establish single-family use per … —
2026-02-01 Violation — 2600 Barton Street SW ST SW Property is on the southwest corner of 26th and Barton Street. Single family hom… Under Investigation
2026-02-01 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST There are about six tents and vehicles and people there and its directly next to… Completed
2026-02-01 Violation — 3131 EASTLAKE AVE E There is less than 2 feet of clearance on the sidewalk due to the overgrown vege… Under Investigation
2026-02-01 Violation — 320 E PINE ST Hot water has been going out several times this month, with no acknowledgement o… Closed
2026-02-01 Violation — 3301 BEACON AVE S Misuse of garbage and recycling dumping, pile up Under Investigation
2026-02-01 Violation — 12336 35TH AVE NE 02/01/2026 Observed Tree cutters clear 2 large trees and several small trees in … Completed
2026-02-01 Violation — 415 1ST AVE N Loud jackhammer in use since 7am on Sunday Under Investigation
2026-02-01 Violation — 4337 9th AVE NE Floors and exterior walls are not sealed. Mold grows between the floor and subfl… Completed
2026-01-31 General Construction $528,388 4708 PUGET WAY SW Establish use as and construct new single family residence per plan. —
2026-01-31 Violation — 9802 15TH AVE NE Per county records, remodel of a 6B3B home and conversion to 6B4B. Scope include… Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 306 6th AVE S The front entrance to NP Hotel Apartments is not secure. The door does not lock … Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 3538 SW SOUTHERN ST Unpermitted remodel including addition of minisplits, new electrical punch out. … Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 614 GALER ST Elevators non functional for over a week at 614 Galer St Closed
2026-01-31 General Construction $433,491 4716 PUGET WAY SW Establish use as and construct new single-family residence with attached garage … —
2026-01-31 General Construction $404,659 4712 PUGET WAY SW Establish use as and construct new single-family residence with attached garage … —
2026-01-31 Violation — 6418 SEAVIEW AVE NW Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00029493 Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 6418 SEAVIEW AVE NW Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00029493 Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 5000 30TH AVE NE Sidewalk blocked by overgrown hedge. This is right by a ballet studio and heavil… Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 4530 A 40TH AVE SW These bushes on the entire block extend onto the sidewalk. Also their property l… Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 417 14th AVE E Tree obstructing sidewalk for handicapped accessibility Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 1000 E PINE ST Hotdog vendor is blasting music past 10pm. It violates vendor and noise regulati… Closed
2026-01-31 Violation — 7702 14th AVE NE Fence obstruction of sight lines Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 1005 SUMMIT AVE E Hedge growing over roadway and blocking line of sight for cars and peds Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 2340 A N 64TH ST Today, Sat 1/31/2026, they started construction at 7:30AM. Your website says 9am… Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 645 RANDOLPH PL Exterior lighting floods residentially zoned lots. The illumination is excessive… Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 725 14TH AVE E Construction materials stored within tree protection area. It also appears that … Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 3235 31ST AVE W On the south side of the house, a tarp is being used to extend a section of fenc… Under Investigation
2026-01-31 Violation — 4801 24TH AVE NE I live in a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartment at Trailside Student Living apartmen… Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 614 Galer ST Building 614 elevator has been inoperable for over a week. I have asked for a re… Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 3823 FREMONT AVE N the rental above my condo had a water leak from the washing machine about a year… Completed
2026-01-31 Violation — 3836 EVANSTON AVE N Unregistered rental. Tenants over the years continually park in the alley and ob… Closed
2026-01-31 Violation — 6700 ROOSEVELT WAY NE Rats, cockroaches, neighbors storing junk on patios, mattresses, car tires, air … Closed
2026-01-31 Violation — 527 EASTLAKE AVE E On 24DEC2025 at around 04:50am at our address 527 Eastlake Ave. E. APT. 210 Seat… Completed
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Permit Types in Seattle
New Construction
621 85.0%
HVAC
76 10.4%
General Construction
16 2.2%
Structural
7 1.0%
Landscaping & Exterior
7 1.0%
Demolition
4 0.5%
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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15403 WESTMINSTER WAY N C/O*** Absentee owner County assessor
5026 49TH AVE SW WIL*** — County assessor
1519 14TH ST NW SPE*** Absentee owner 2 properties 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 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.

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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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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