Seattle Building Permits & Contractor Leads

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

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731
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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
2026-01-27 Violation — 6314 42ND AVE SW Rent increase Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 4912 SW Canada DR My neighbor Debbie on the East side of my house has added dozens of outdoor ligh… NOV Issued
2026-01-27 General Construction $787,311 1230 NW 121ST ST Establish use as and construct new single family residence per plan. —
2026-01-27 Violation — 737 OLIVE WAY Rent increase Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 550 MERCER ST Unauthorized encampment, open drug use Open Duplicate
2026-01-27 Violation — 2205 BIGELOW AVE N Trees overhanging sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 506 11TH AVE E Sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 9023 12TH AVE NE Hedge blocking over 50% of sidewalk Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 2751 NW 65TH ST CSB 26-00022987Hedge overgrowing sidewalk on 65th Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 1900 N NORTHGATE WAY DUPLICATE 015894-25CPCSB 26-00024733 Sidewalk too narrow for my upright walker Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 1108 9TH AVE W 20 day notice Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 4921 49TH AVE S Subject / Description: Possible unpermitted or out-of-sequence construction unde… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 888 WESTERN AVE Construction workers working on the building off of western and Marion/Columbia … Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 1033 6TH AVE S There is a thermostat in here now. It reads 56.6 degrees. It is freezing in Alph… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 11503 6TH AVE NW There is a controlling recorded ECA covenant with king county instrument number… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 5069 RENTON AVE S I am reporting a rental unit at 5069 Renton Ave S, Seattle, Washington 98118, th… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 509 3RD AVE Staff here does 'wellness checks' on us without any notice of entry regularly an… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 2044 YALE AVE E I am submitting a complaint regarding multiple unresolved issues in my unit and … Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 6116 35th AVE S encampment, structures and all associated outdoor junk storage must be removed NOV Issued
2026-01-27 Violation — 400 MAYNARD AVE Tenant says management will not give her an extra set of keys to her unit, in c… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 4507 S HOLLY ST I am a tenant at [4507 South Holly Street Seattle, Washington 98118]. The unit h… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 2572 GILMAN DR W The property manager has not given proper notice before entering our unit. This … Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 600 OLIVE WAY Encampment Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 4327 8TH AVE NE I am filing a complaint regarding an improper move-out charge imposed by Westwoo… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 2116 SW THISTLE ST NA EO Vacate Close Issued
2026-01-27 Violation — 616 BATTERY ST The contractor leaves unshielded lights at the top of the building on overnight,… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 2010 TERRY AVE The apartment sustained significant water damage due to a building pipe burst on… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 5118 GREEN LAKE WAY N Owners enclosed the front porch without permits in 2024. NOV Issued
2026-01-27 Violation — 2557 12TH AVE W Work without permits. Electrical, plumbing drywall actively being completed. Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 427 SUMMIT AVE E new roof installed without a permit Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 2629 SW ANDOVER ST DUPLICATE 000387-26CPCSB 26-00024916 East of the parking lot for 2629 SE Andove… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 7226 33RD AVE S Renovation and expansion without permits. See attached document. Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST Illegal camping and drug trafficking. Everyday there is a line at the tent. I ca… Completed
2026-01-27 General Construction $552,117 3256 A NW MARKET ST Construct new South two family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as townhouse pe… —
2026-01-27 General Construction $1,333,902 6015 NE WINDERMERE RD Establish use as single family residence per land use code. Construct as new one… —
2026-01-27 General Construction $166,065 1714 SW BRANDON ST Construct new one family dwelling per plan ( Establish use as single family resi… —
2026-01-27 General Construction $552,117 3256 C NW MARKET ST Construct new North two family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as townhouse pe… —
2026-01-27 General Construction $38,000 7947 31ST AVE SW Construct alterations to existing accessory structure per STFI —
2026-01-27 Violation — 2114 E FIR ST Update to 001250-26CP:  First floor windows right behind playground were still c… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 434 LAKESIDE AVE S Trees and vegetation removed in shoreline street end, in an ECA. NOV Issued
2026-01-27 Violation — 2425 HARBOR AVE SW I submitted multiple complaints while living there that the mold situation in my… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 7946 35TH AVE SW Every. Day. We are having to tell the construction workers not to park in the al… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 658 NW 88TH ST Every day the Owner runs a loud generator outside to do construction work on hou… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 4001 RENTON AVE S active cutting protective fencing - cut into critical root tree zone/concerned t… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 4611 S AUSTIN ST This property is completely derelict. I doubt anyone knows how long it has been … Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 2134 WESTERN AVE MFTE tenant. Tenant completed MFTE recertification in Oct 2024. Landlord never r… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 2727 EASTLAKE AVE E Backup of sewage creating mold and sewage in laundry room Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 8105 GREENWOOD AVE N 3 Day Notice; SMC 22.205.010.P Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 433 Belmont AVE E Elevator has been down for close to a year now. Property management claims they … Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 6620 ROOSEVELT WAY NE Received an eviction notice. Seeking tenant rights. Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 658 NW 88TH ST DUPLICATE 001056-26CPProperty owner using front and side of property as a dump f… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 12348 33RD AVE NE Water heater wiring is faulty, leaking water heater Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 308 20th AVE I am not sure if this should go to SDCI or to SDOT because it involves both, the… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 1305 E JEFFERSON ST DUPLICATE 013176-23CPCommercial property is falling into disrepair, frequent bre… Open Duplicate
2026-01-27 Violation — 935 N 98TH ST Landlord has done a partial repair of a water leak leading to mold and wall dama… Completed
2026-01-27 Violation — 1707 BELLEVUE AVE Notice from landlord of rent increase. Hole in ceiling where water is leaking in… Under Investigation
2026-01-27 Violation — 1707 BELLEVUE AVE Notice from landlord of rent increase. Hole in ceiling where water is leaking in… Closed
2026-01-27 Violation — 507 NE NORTHGATE WAY 10 day notice Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 1137 NW MARKET ST DUPLICATE 001278-26CPCSB 26-00014740 Unauthorized encampment Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 600 OLIVE WAY CSB 26-00003368 Unauthorized encampment Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 423 15TH AVE E CSB 26-00017819 Unauthorized camping Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 1415 NE 43RD ST A man seems to have set up an encampment at the former Methodist church site ins… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4501 SHILSHOLE AVE NW Homeless person sleeping on our private property. Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST This is a fucking embarrassment. Clean the fuck up you feckless fucksreference: … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4714 19TH AVE NE Per CSB: Parked in yard Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 807 HILLSIDE DR E Overgrown hedges. Dangerous for anyone walking on the sidewalk because you have … Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 7937 15TH AVE SW Large bush and debris blocking sidewalk. Super muddy. Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 5852 NE PARK POINT DR This tent has been at Magnuson for a week or two. Snce I took this pictures they… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4730 12TH AVE NE -- Homeless encampment, we can?t access to our garage and recycle bins. They are… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST I saw a woman getting hit and a man plus another yelling, then threw her backpac… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 7359 33RD AVE NE CSB The on going filth and smell coming from the properties on the corner of NE … Completed
2026-01-26 General Construction $174,936 7754 14TH AVE SW Construct new one family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single family resi… —
2026-01-26 General Construction $589,275 2017 NW 64TH ST Construct north bldg. per plans. (Establish use as townhouses per the land use c… —
2026-01-26 Violation — 417 14TH AVE E DUPLICATE 000676-26CPCSB 26-00019877 I am writing to report a serious safety co… Completed
2026-01-26 General Construction $509,583 7752 14TH AVE SW Construct new two family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single family resi… —
2026-01-26 Violation — 4715 25TH AVE NE FORMAL COMPLAINT AND PETITION FOR SPECIAL DAMAGESDATE: January 14, 2026TO: Seatt… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 6748 14TH AVE SW 01/24/2026 - 01/26/2026: Loud noise: music and people talking soooooo loud like … Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 12736 LAKE CITY WAY NE It's 1:30 am and someone pressure washing outside my apartment is keeping me awa… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 5937 B 36TH AVE S It  has come to my attention that it is highly likely that they are running an i… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 3318 20TH AVE S P2 failure to renew lease/ didn't give 90 day notice to move out for sale of pro… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 3213 HARBOR AVE SW Construction after 10 PM and before 7 AM, vibrations harming nearby residents Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 323 BELMONT AVE E Unit has a lot of leaks, would like inspection, haven't received mail keys, no a… Open Duplicate
2026-01-26 Violation — 9200 2ND AVE SW Tenant wondering about notices regarding entry and disability Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 1420 WESTERN AVE Water leak has gotten worse. it's constantly leaking The integrity of the ceilin… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 1109 26TH AVE Backyard at risk of eroding due to construction on adjacent property, vertical c… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4601 S GRAHAM ST Kitchen has been torn out due to a water leak at the beginning of December and r… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 1121 NW BALLARD WAY CSB 26-00023628 Campers on commercial property had a campfire in the parking lo… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 906 W HOWE ST Blockage Completed
2026-01-26 General Construction $4,101,426 10512 GREENWOOD AVE N Establish use as townhouses and construct a multi-family building with parking b… —
2026-01-26 Violation — 4220 AURORA AVE N Homeless man camping in private parking lot in residential neighborhood, 4221 Wi… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 6616 SEAVIEW AVE NW Unauthorized encampment reported - 26-00023526 Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 8817 9TH AVE SW NA EO Vacate Close Issued
2026-01-26 Violation — 7115 44TH AVE S Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 2; units occupied 1. … Initiated
2026-01-26 Violation — 9239 A ASHWORTH AVE N Visible mold from leak, would like inspection Open Duplicate
2026-01-26 Violation — 1718 MELROSE AVE Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 52, units occupied: 3… Reviews In Process
2026-01-26 Violation — 2425 HARBOR AVE SW Our property management has instructed all those impacted by the roof damage of … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 3845 41ST AVE S Tree stability concerns Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 5603 45TH AVE SW Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units:1; units occupied: 1. … Reviews In Process
2026-01-26 Violation — 916 E JOHN ST Queen Sheba restaurant at 916 E John street is abandoned and the plywood has bee… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 9400 STONE AVE N Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 4; unit occupied: 4. … Initiated
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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.

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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.

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
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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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