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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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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-01-29 Violation — 8418 31ST AVE SW Per county records, remodeling of a 2B1B and conversion to 3B2B. Scope of work i… Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 1020 E DENNY WAY TIME SENSITIVE. Our building has a history of bad bed bug infestations. Last wee… Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 913 S Jackson ST Cockroach infested apartments not being properly exterminated Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 1808 S COLLEGE ST I use a motorized scooter to get up college to the beacon hill station. I cannot… Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 4424 B S HOLLY ST On January 24, 2026, sewage wastewater backed up into both the bathtub and toile… Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 4823 25TH AVE SW Per county records, remodeling of a 3B2B home including new electrical (lights, … Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 3312 39TH AVE W Per county records, remodeling of a 4B3.5BA home. Scope of work includes new dec… Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 6552 DIVISION AVE NW I noticed the home was sold without the STFI permit being closed out in partial … Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 5018 18TH AVE NE PER CSB: Parked in yard Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 2130 3RD AVE W Vegetation blocking Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 220 N 58TH ST Per CSB: Laurel Bush creating pedestrian and vehicle near misses daily. Laurel b… Open Duplicate
2026-01-29 Violation — 2326 RAINIER AVE S Illegal camp blocking sidewalk Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 223 W MCGRAW ST Vegetation covering sidewalk Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 2210 3RD AVE W Vegetation blocking sidewalk Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 3517 S BRANDON ST -- Vegetation and Falling Fence Blocking Sidewalk -- original (es-ES) -- Vegetat… Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 7400 SAND POINT WAY NE Homeless encampment on public park grounds Under Investigation
2026-01-29 Violation — 417 14TH AVE E DUPLICATE 000676-26CPCSB 26-00028086 Low hanging, large branch blocking sidewalk… Completed
2026-01-29 Violation — 6824 LINDEN AVE N sidewalk blocked by vegetation Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 2015 YALE AVE E In the back alley of this building, the property owners have installed an intens… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 4424 B S HOLLY ST On January 24, 2026, sewage wastewater backed up into both the bathtub and toile… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 11744 LAKE CITY WAY NE DUPLICATE 015954-25CPCSB 25-00372348 Unauthorized encampment on private property Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 308 MELROSE AVE E P2 failure to renew lease, lease is up in February Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 4601 S GRAHAM ST Kitchen has been torn out due to a water leak at the beginning of December and r… NOV Issued
2026-01-28 Violation — 13521 LINDEN AVE N Junk storage - furniture in bushes Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 1611 Boylston AVE I have noticed a lot of movement in and out of the building to include construct… Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 5703 18TH AVE NE Tenant wants to know if landlord is responsible for accommodating her while unit… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1800 S JACKSON ST I am filing this complaint due to I the fact that my landlord cut the power and … Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 5803 LATONA AVE NE Tree already been removed, in the backyard Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 8801 DELRIDGE WAY SW Complex mailbox servicing all units has been damaged for two years. A month ago,… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1432 15TH AVE New flood lights are aiming horizontally and shine directly into the Arville apa… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 10743 38TH AVE NE Rent increase Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 6742 7TH AVE NW Housing issues include the following:Emergency Life-Safety Hazards:Electrical Ha… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 11503 BARTLETT AVE NE Unpermitted remodel including new electrical punch out, lighting and wiring acro… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 6901 M L KING JR WAY S I am disputing an additional charge for November rent that appeared after I paid… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1136 NW 57TH ST Workers were at site until midnight tonight making repeated noises through loadi… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 7323 16TH AVE NE Formerly evicted tenant looking for assistance in answering legal questions. Bel… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 610 N 48TH ST Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 1, units occupied: 0.… Reviews In Process
2026-01-28 Violation — 6255 PALATINE AVE N Electrical work, gas line work, sewer line replacement, HVAC replacement, and tw… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 2020 33RD AVE S Abandoned construction site represents a neighborhood safety hazard. There has b… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 6056 M L KING JR WAY S Large propane tank near road. Is hanging in the air. Looks very dangerous Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 10041 2ND AVE SW Court on Monday for harrassment due to him requesting proof of utility bills and… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 2822 14TH AVE W Received rent increase. Raising over 10%. Raised rent, water/sewer/garbage, laun… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 211 LENORA ST I am reporting ongoing life-safety and accessibility issues at this property.For… Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 321 10TH AVE S Property management team is seeking advice on issue with tenant. Move out date i… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 924 N 143RD ST Pipe is busted in unit, severe water damage. Water on floor and constantly leaki… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 828 S SULLIVAN ST I own a duplex (834/836 S Sullivan St 98108). Next door to me they have put in a… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 924 N 143RD ST Pipe is busted in unit, severe water damage. Water on floor and constantly leaki… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1712 BOYLSTON AVE The intercom/callbox for my apartment building has been broken for over 3 months… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 217 21ST AVE Tenant says windows are leaking in bedroom, there is a hole in the ceiling, and … NOV Issued
2026-01-28 Violation — 10017 GREENWOOD AVE N 30 day notice Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 9400 RAINIER AVE S On October 2 2025 I received notification from my property manager that my 72 ye… NOV Issued
2026-01-28 Violation — 421 18TH AVE E The landlord is overcharging us for trash fees. We received a 76.60 USD trash ch… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 14315 LAKE CITY WAY NE 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 14315 LAKE CITY WAY NE 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 2121 26TH AVE S 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 6226 Lake Shore DR S The property at 6226 Lakeshore Dr Seattle, WA 98118 has added a front yard fence… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 500 NW MARKET ST Tree next to sign and light post has been egregiously topped, is at approximatel… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 9440 27TH AVE SW We reported the bathroom heat lamp was broken. It's to prevent mildew and moistu… Completed
2026-01-28 General Construction $701,091 6525 JONES AVE NW Construct new east two-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as townhouse per… —
2026-01-28 Violation — 315 2nd AVE S Xtadium, a leasee of this King County-owned building, today (1/28) applied Diamo… Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 2438 E VALLEY ST The City has issued a building permit for the construction of a new single famil… Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 320 E PINE ST Frequent and lengthy hot water outages. For the duration of my time here (6 mont… Closed
2026-01-28 General Construction $464,420 6521 44TH AVE NE Construct east unit [A] per plans (Establish use as single-family residences per… —
2026-01-28 Violation — 6116 35TH AVE S There is an unpermitted wooden structure being built. Power tools, ladders, and … Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 603 3RD AVE W Water in the building has been getting increasingly cold, shower water not warm … Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 320 E PINE ST The building runs on a central hot water boiler which consistently goes out. Res… Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 4621 51st AVE S Persistent moisture ant issue, that was identified and communicated to landlord … Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 225 HARVARD AVE E black mold due to leak in ceiling 1yr ago, multiple workorders sent problem has … Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 501 NE RAVENNA BLVD tenant rights - need copy of renter's handbook, reported maintenance was told wo… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 6255 PALATINE AVE N Eviction Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1768 ALKI AVE SW no hot water for past 10 days - landlord aware of issue Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 6420 CALIFORNIA AVE SW bed bug issue landlord aware of ongoing problem Closed
2026-01-28 Violation — 12251 PALATINE AVE N This neighbor has failed to make the side walk accessible for walking and wheel … Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 462 N 36TH ST There is a homeless man who has an encampment about a half block from my house, … Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 7006 17TH AVE NW PER CSB: 7006 17th Ave NW in Ballard has a HYPER bright motion activated light. … Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 10046 CALIFORNIA AVE SW PER CSB: Construction noises outside compliance hours. Pounding, impact tools us… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 129 25TH AVE PER CSB: Hello, this is a fellow concerned neighbor who has children that live n… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 10046 CALIFORNIA AVE SW DUPLICATE 001587-26CPCSB Neighbor doing percussive construction (such as hammeri… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 3724 59TH AVE SW CSB Overgrown vegetation on parcel #1024000065, between 3720 and 3730 59th Ave S… Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 1001 R S MAIN ST PER CSB: Recreation area is covered in garbage Completed
2026-01-28 Violation — 11040 40TH AVE NE PER CSB: junk on display in public space Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 1505 10TH AVE Encampment Under Investigation
2026-01-28 Violation — 4739 BALLARD AVE NW Vegetal growth thru sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-01-28 General Construction $237,650 5213 RENTON AVE S Southeast two-family dwelling. [Establish use as single-family residence with at… —
2026-01-28 General Construction $316,562 5209 RENTON AVE S Northeast two-family dwelling. [Establish use as single-family residence with at… —
2026-01-28 General Construction $344,898 5211 RENTON AVE S Northwest two-family dwelling. [Establish use as single-family residence with at… —
2026-01-28 General Construction $32,513 6521 44TH AVE NE Construct middle-east unit [B] per plans (Establish use as single-family residen… —
2026-01-28 General Construction $691,537 6527 JONES AVE NW Construct new west two-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use one rowhouse and… —
2026-01-28 General Construction $244,412 6521 44TH AVE NE Construct middle-west unit [C] per plans (Establish use as single-family residen… —
2026-01-28 Violation — 2044 YALE AVE E I am submitting a complaint regarding multiple unresolved issues in my unit and … Completed
2026-01-27 General Construction $541,678 5268 18TH AVE SW Construct new two family dwelling per plan ( Establish use as single family resi… —
2026-01-27 Violation — 1627 10TH AVE W Eviction Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 11503 6TH AVE NW The current project has multiple issues regarding the existing easements. The pr… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 6116 35th AVE S encampment, structures and all associated outdoor junk storage must be removed Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 4535 12TH AVE NE Paid installment payments for deposit and first months rent but still wasn't giv… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 199 ALASKAN WAY S Good day mayor Wilson and the mayor's office    My name is Sam Crea and I am… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 9526 7th AVE NW Extensive remodel underway, no building permit, Making noise way after hours, li… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 4233 9TH AVE NE Given 5 day notice to relocate Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 900 SW HOLDEN ST Roaches and mold in apartment. Reached out to property management and they have … Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 3201 SW GRAHAM ST Management entering unit with out notification. 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.

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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.

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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 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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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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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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