Building and land use permits in unincorporated King County

• Getting started
  • Check jurisdiction and zoning
  • FAQ
• Types of permits
• Site-specific issues - critical areas & other factors to consider before you buy, develop, build, or remodel
• Applying for a permit
  • Forms & application materials
  • Preferred Consultants
  • Fees
• Public notices
• Inspections
• Permit records requests / permit history
• Online permit search
• Permits and applications of special interest
  • Greenbridge
  • Redmond Ridge UPD

DDES issues new permits for property in unincorporated King County only. Check jurisdiction and zoning first to determine whether property is in unincorporated King County or within city limits.

For property within a city boundary (Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, etc.) in King County, contact the city directly for its permitting regulations, not DDES. See links to cities and towns at www.metrokc.gov/othlink.htm.

Features

Online Permit Search

News

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