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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
2026-01-26 Violation — 4418 4th AVE NE Property Address: 4418 4th Ave NE, SeattleManagement Company: AGM Real Estate Gr… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 1611 BOYLSTON AVE To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report ongoing construction ac… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 610 HARVARD AVE E Black mold in toilet, hot water is cloudy Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 413 NE 73RD ST Apartment manager sent over new lease, lease ends in March. Currently pays 1200 … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4730 UNIVERSITY WAY NE Parent of student at UW, recently signed lease for off campus housing. After lea… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 309 E HARRISON ST Lives in high rise, elevator has been out of service for well over a month nor d… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 500 E PIKE ST This is a public coffee shop called Open Form and my friends like to study here … Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 9322 STONE AVE N Application for a Tenant Relocation License. Total units: 4; units occupied: 4.… Initiated
2026-01-26 Violation — 1711 13TH AVE S Massive fire at building. Landlord told them they will need to vacate premises, … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 5230 S DAWSON ST Trees removed, no permit or posting Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — — Encampment complaint - near treehouse Open Duplicate
2026-01-26 Violation — 13743 15TH AVE NE Just been told by landlord of intent to sell. Lives in condo building, asking th… Completed
2026-01-26 General Construction $677,289 2013 NW 64TH ST Construct south bldg. per plans. (Establish use as townhouses per the land use c… —
2026-01-26 Violation — 309 E HARRISON ST Lives in high rise, elevator has been out of service for well over a month nor d… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 8149 14TH AVE SW pouring concrete using crane setback issue damaged tree roots & branches cut als… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 3112 NE 55TH ST Issues with electricity and mold in unit that was not present upon inspection. L… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 9400 Rainier AVE S Inoperable elevator with many disabled individuals in the building, who also do … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 3112 NE 55TH ST Issues with electricity and mold in unit that was not present upon inspection. L… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 301 PIKE ST Exposed wiring on front corner/intersection facing sign that says ROSS on front … Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 9230 2ND AVE SW ongoing bedbug issue -landlord aware Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 13349 25TH AVE NE Construction underway on multiple units at this site. They do not appear to mee… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 6702 16TH AVE SW DUPLICATE 015091-25CPjunk storage - garbage continues to pile up Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 4417 Wallingford AVE N Chronical Building Management allowing garbage to pile up in trash room and tras… Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 2725 BELVIDERE AVE SW Construction company has left building materials in street in front of construct… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 2114 E FIR ST Apparently abandoned apt. bldg no power or water boarded doors; windows boarded … Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 2832 14th AVE W Exterior lighting on the side of the apartment buidling is really bright and pie… Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 1633 17TH AVE One of the bathrooms in the boarding house has been unusable for over 3 weeks. I… Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 3115 SW Holden ST This house is becoming a chop shop and the guy is using the front yard, side yar… Closed
2026-01-26 Violation — 4417 WALLINGFORD AVE N Building Management allowing garbage to pile up in trash room and trash pile up … Closed
2026-01-26 General Construction $236,892 13508 25TH AVE NE Establish use as single-family residence with attached and detached accessory dw… —
2026-01-26 Violation — 7204 46TH AVE S Violation of setback rule under zoning laws: An above ground self-contained hot … Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 4604 EASTERN AVE N Noise: Construction going on across the street. Got home around 9:30 pm and is c… Completed
2026-01-26 Violation — 9520 18TH PL NW overgrown vegetation onto sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-01-26 Violation — 220 N 58TH ST DUPLICATE 000657-26CPovergrown hedge over sidewalk Open Duplicate
2026-01-26 Violation — 800 SENECA ST centralized HVAC heating system not working property givenspace heater 4 days ag… Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 3432 NE 45TH ST I am reporting a possible zoning violation at 3432 NE 45th St. The property is b… Under Investigation
2026-01-25 Violation — 1501 NW 46TH ST Loud noises were coming from Pono Ranch approximate time 11pm-1am Closed
2026-01-25 Violation — 6345 6TH AVE NE Vegetation encroaching on the street Under Investigation
2026-01-25 Violation — 2170 SW ELMGROVE ST Blackberry blocking sidewalk Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 2453 NW 61ST ST Woman doing loud construction with saws and sanding at midnight. Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 2425 HARBOR AVE SW I have windows, a door, and possibly walls that have proof of water damage Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 404 21st AVE Unit relisted for rental without remediation after flooding and lack of habitabi… Closed
2026-01-25 Violation — 1313 SUNSET AVE SW Vacant home that is dangerous and unsecured. There is an open garage that kids a… Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 2516 S WILLOW ST .re: Powell homes in the cul-de-sac; built in the 1970's .inq: the combination… Closed
2026-01-25 Violation — — Following up record 016182-25CP. Intrusive humming still continues. Noise contin… Closed
2026-01-25 Violation — 2425 HARBOR AVE SW Black mold on windows mold/rotting on patio siding Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 4425 GREENWOOD AVE N I am reporting a potential violation of the Seattle Noise Ordinance (SMC 25.08) … Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 115 WARREN AVE N Fire hazards and lack of tenant protections. The building had an attempted break… Closed
2026-01-25 Violation — 6701 LINDEN AVE N Sidewalks are not clear. Leaves and plants cross the sidewalk boundary. see phot… Completed
2026-01-25 Violation — 10009 45th AVE NE This house has been undergoing massive renovations without permits including wor… Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 2210 WESTLAKE AVE People outside the SLU Whole Foods/2200 Westlake complex with amplified music at… Closed
2026-01-24 Violation — 2654 NW 56TH ST It has been over 72 hours since I reported that the refrigerator is not working.… Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 3211 17th AVE W Potential mold throughout building, complaints of multiple respiratory problems … Closed
2026-01-24 Violation — 914 LAKEVIEW BLVD E Overgrown on public sidewalk? leaves on the sidewalk also slippery when wet or f… Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 1746 N 130TH ST The owners are renting this house on a short term rental housing site, and frequ… Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 6707 FREMONT AVE N Basketball hoop has remained in public right of way 7 days a week x 24 hours a d… Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 5955 49TH AVE SW I'm a certified arborist who bid on work at this property on January 2nd.  Homeo… Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 3614 6TH AVE S We are operating in the building behind (Seattle Electric) and for the last mont… Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 3102 E CHERRY ST -- Overgrown vegetation on side walk. I reported this same area a year ago and t… Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 5127 27TH AVE NE Tree over sidewalk Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 1523 E JEFFERSON ST Vegetation obstructing sidewalk Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 1501 NW 46TH ST Pono Ranch consistently plays loud music that can be heard in surrounding neighb… Completed
2026-01-24 Violation — 3211 17th AVE W HVAC has been leaking for years with possible water damage. Improper ventilation… Closed
2026-01-24 Violation — 4508 Corliss AVE N There has been construction debris thrown from 3rd story of work site onto our p… Under Investigation
2026-01-24 Violation — 11026 EVANSTON AVE N Porta potty has blocking the fire hydrant for months.Additionally there seem to … Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 4600 FREMONT AVE N Inspect lighting for code violations Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 5449 Beach DR SW There has been a crew at this residence for almost 2 years. The house has been … Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 5721 8TH AVE NE I have reason to believe that the current owner of this property (a designated h… Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 4220 12th AVE NE My unit has been without hot water for 10 consecutive days. The issue was first … Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 5262 15TH AVE NE Groundwater coming up into the floor- tenant is in basement unit, mold under car… Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 1701 STURGUS AVE S Downstairs neighbor in Unit 1 is a major nuisance. Constant excessive noise, mul… Closed
2026-01-23 Violation — 4212 PASADENA PL NE Carbon monoxide detector went off multiple times this week, then went without he… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 2550 3RD AVE From Canada, working in Seattle. Got laid off, does not hold VISA anymore. Has t… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 7547 32ND AVE NE House next door is starting construction, permit was issued. However, permit doe… Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 4212 PASADENA PL NE Carbon monoxide detector went off multiple times this week, then went without he… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 4544 40TH AVE SW — Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 6113 ROOSEVELT WAY NE Apartment management refuses to clear for debris from over 15 days ago. Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 4546 40th AVE SW — Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 4546 40th AVE SW fence too tall in front setback Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 715 27TH AVE Flipper bought the property and applied for a STFI permit to convert a 2B1B to a… NOV Issued
2026-01-23 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST DUPLICATE - 001109-26CP ENCAMPMENT Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 2024 3RD AVE Only toilet in unit has been broken for 9 days. Management sent someone to fix t… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 9520 18TH PL NW Overgrown vegetation, makes it extremely hard to be safe walking on the side wal… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST DUPLICATE- 001101-26CPThe City of Seattle received a report of an unauthorized e… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST DUPLICATE - 001101-26CP massive encampment still there Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 5033 12TH AVE NE We have noticed homeless people wander in this area and started to pile up a lot… Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 1203 NE 135TH ST 48-hour notice to fumigate, wondering if she has any rights to refuse entry. Rec… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 2721 NE 127TH ST Dumping Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 1814 E DENNY WAY Rent increase Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 658 NW 88TH ST Loud construction activities generators, etc. With no attempt to mute sound for … Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 6742 7TH AVE NW 90 day notice landlord selling property Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 505 HARRISON ST DUPLICATE - 000990-26CPThe City of Seattle received a report of an unauthorized … Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 1420 WESTERN AVE Water damage in 510 entire unit. prior to resident move-in, SHA said  would fix … Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 1170 HARRISON ST Hello,  Two years ago on Oct 6, 2023, a fire insp. co. worked on something water… Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 8610 AURORA AVE N FREON IS LEAKING BEHIND REFRIGERATOR IN UNIT Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 750 N 143RD ST I am the tenant of Unit #115 at the Cedar Pointe condominium building. In Octobe… NOV Issued
2026-01-23 Violation — 1911 N 46TH ST OWNER HAVE INCREASED RENT AND UTILITIES WITHOUT A 180 DAY NOTICE. Completed
2026-01-23 Violation — 4110 SW ELMGROVE ST Home heaing oil (diesel) spilled in multiple areas; Sidewalk, Planting Strip, St… Under Investigation
2026-01-23 Violation — 2214 2ND AVE CSB 26-00014611 Unauthorized encampment on private property Completed
2026-01-23 General Construction $367,282 4825 A 40TH AVE SW Establish use as townhouse per Land Use code. Construct new west two-family dwel… —
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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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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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