1,621 recent building permits filed in Washington.
1,621 permits
Construct alterations to support existing basement foundation of existing one-family dwelling per plan.
Construct addition and alterations to existing one family dwelling Subject to Field Inspection (STFI).
Construct engineered voluntary seismic retrofit to SFR STFI
Construct interior non-structural alterations to existing single-family residence per STFI
Construct interior alterations to Unit 456 of existing mixed-use multifamily building Subject to Field Inspection (STFI).
Window replacements to existing one-family dwelling subject-to-field inspection (STFI).
Remove existing shingles. Install 52 sheets 1/2" CDX. Install new Owens Corning Duration shingles.
Demolish existing one-family dwelling per plan.
Demolish existing one family dwelling per plan.
Construct blanket permit tenant improvements to SCERS on the 5th floor of existing commercial building per plan.
To remove and replace 15 sqs shingles and 2 sq decking to the roof of the home.
Demolish existing single family residence and detached garage per plan.
Construct repairs to residential bulkhead per plan.
Construct alterations to existing mixed use building occupy per plan.
Construct addition and alterations to existing commercial building (Boeing Building 15-08) per plan. Mechanical included.
Demolish existing one family dwelling and accessory buildings per plan.
Construct substantial alterations and additions for a one family dwelling per plan.
Construct alterations for existing telecommunications facility (T-Mobile) in multifamily building per plan. Mechanical included.
Construct substantial alterations and additions for one-family dwelling subject to field inspection [STFI].
Construct tenant improvements for gym at west side of fourth floor of office 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.