1,621 recent building permits filed in Washington.
1,621 permits
Construct SE one family dwelling (SFR3) per plan. (Establish use as single family residences and detached accessory dwelling units per land use code. Construct (5) new one-family dwelling per plan. Re...
Construct middle one family dwelling (SFR2) per plan. (Establish use as single family residences and detached accessory dwelling units per land use code. Construct (5) new one-family dwelling per plan...
Construct interior alterations to existing single-family residence per STFI
Establish use as sales and services general per land use code. Tenant improvements for beauty salon at ground level of existing mixed use building occupy per plan.
Replace existing composite roof for a new one.
Construct substantial alterations and additions for one-family dwelling per plan.
Construct landscape improvements in on east side of residence including retaining walls patios walkways and stairs per plan.
Construction of new one family dwelling per plan.
Emergency Repair to beam in unit #102 (Denny Way Condos) subject to field inspection.
Establish use as single-family dwelling unit per land use code. Construct new one-family dwelling per plan.
Repair of pedestrian access bridge of a existing one family dwelling per plan.
Construct deck to rear of one family dwelling subject to field inspection STFI.
Replace 1 window like for like nail fin installation vinyl window U-factor .30 or better per manufacturer's specifications STFI
Construct additions and alterations to existing single family residence per plan.
Interior alterations to a one-dwelling unit subject to field inspection.
Construct alterations to existing one-family dwelling per plan.
Construct substantial alterations and 2nd floor addition to existing one-family dwelling per plan
Construct alterations at two (2) 1st floor entrances of existing commercial building (The Bon Marche) per plan
Allow new detached accessory dwelling unit to existing single-family use per land use code. Construct north one family dwelling with attached garage per plan.
Establish use as townhouse per land use code. Construct new townhouse building occupy per plan.
Washington has 1,562 building permits on file right now, with 578 new permits filed in the last 30 days. That's steady construction activity across the state, and it means consistent opportunity for contractors who know where to look. Seattle dominates the permit activity with 1,561 permits in our database. If you're a roofer, HVAC tech, plumber, or electrician working in Washington, Seattle is where the volume is. Renovation work leads the pack with 841 permits, followed by roofing (107 permits), demolition (123 permits), and other project types. Permit data is how you beat your competitors to new leads. When a permit gets filed, that's your signal to reach out before the general contractor or property owner has filled all their contractor slots. DigPermit gives you that data sorted by permit type and location, so you can focus on the projects that match your trade.
Monitor new permits filed in your service area. Washington has 578 permits filed in the last 30 days, which means 578 active projects with contractors who need subcontractors or specialty trades. Use DigPermit to filter by permit type (roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and city. Set up alerts for new filings so you can call leads within hours of permit issuance, before your competition does.
Seattle has the most activity with 1,561 permits in our database. This makes Seattle the primary market for contractors looking for volume. The concentration of permits in Seattle means more competition but also more consistent work if you can move fast on leads and deliver quality.
Renovation permits lead with 841 filed permits, followed by other project types (364), demolition (123), and roofing (107). Pool permits round out the list at 49. If you're a roofer, you have 107 roofing-specific permits to target. For general contractors, renovation work dominates and offers the broadest opportunity.