Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) plans to update charges for development-related services, including water service installations (“taps”), water main … [Read more...] about SPU PROPOSES TO UPDATE CHARGES FOR DEVELOPMENT-RELATED SERVICES ON JANUARY 1, 2026
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October Publication Updates
Tips Updated Draft Director’s Rules … [Read more...] about October Publication Updates
City of Seattle Hosts Free Home Fair November 8
Event brings City experts and residents together to talk permitting, renting, trees, and more SEATTLE — The Seattle Department of Construction and … [Read more...] about City of Seattle Hosts Free Home Fair November 8
It’s Landslide Season! Are You Prepared?
Protect and inspect your hillside property SEATTLE – Landslide season is here, so the City of Seattle is urging residents to take preventive measures … [Read more...] about It’s Landslide Season! Are You Prepared?
It’s Landslide Season! Are You Prepared?
Protect and inspect your hillside property. Landslide season is here, so the City of Seattle is urging residents to take preventive measures to … [Read more...] about It’s Landslide Season! Are You Prepared?
Mayor Bruce Harrell Appoints Brooke Belman Next Director of SDCI
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the appointment of Brooke Belman as Director of the Seattle Department of Construction and … [Read more...] about Mayor Bruce Harrell Appoints Brooke Belman Next Director of SDCI
Seattle Home Fair November 2025
Have a project you’re stuck on? Need some guidance on renting? Want to know what’s going on in your community? Join us at the Seattle … [Read more...] about Seattle Home Fair November 2025
Time to Apply for a Grading Season Extension
The rainy season is rapidly approaching, which means it’s time to think about whether you will be doing any grading between November 1 and March … [Read more...] about Time to Apply for a Grading Season Extension
Substantial Alteration Legislation
On September 24, 2025, Mayor Harrell signed Ordinance 127299. This legislation makes permitting requirements easier for small businesses by removing … [Read more...] about Substantial Alteration Legislation
System Development Charge and Participatory Latecomer Agreement Program
What is changing? Starting January 1, 2026, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) will introduce: Why are these changes being made? Extending utility mains … [Read more...] about System Development Charge and Participatory Latecomer Agreement Program
Ordinance 127285 for SMC Land Use code 23.54.040 Effective Date: October 5, 2025
After 6 years of collaboration with city departments and the development and design community, SMC 23.54.040 will be updated effective October 5, … [Read more...] about Ordinance 127285 for SMC Land Use code 23.54.040 Effective Date: October 5, 2025
New Construction Code Interpretation for Occupied Rooftop Structures
Since Seattle weather is notoriously overcast for much of the year, many building owners and architects want to install structures to provide weather … [Read more...] about New Construction Code Interpretation for Occupied Rooftop Structures