Apply for a Development Permit

You may be interested in making improvements to your house or place of business, but do you need a permit?

If you are looking for a new space for your business, make sure you read the Before Choosing a Location for your Business in Kirkland FAQs(PDF, 132KB).

Apply for a Permit

Permits must be applied for online, through MyBuildingPermit.com, the one-stop online portal for development service applications, inspection scheduling, permit status information, construction tip sheets and inspection checklists. Once there, you will be guided through the application process.

 Apply for a Permit

During business hours, permits can be applied for online at one of the self-service computers located in the Development Services Center at City Hall. There, permit technicians are available to provide assistance with the application process.

Do more Research

If you want to know what it takes to get a permit, you can view more information based on the type of permit you need.

Single Family, Duplex and Townhouse

Commercial and Multi-family

Land Use

Utilities, Clearing & Grading, and Right-of-Way

Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, and Fire

Sign, Move, Demolition, Trees & Landscaping

Tree Retention Plans for Development Checklist(PDF, 257KB)

Contractors

Contractors that perform work or provide services at a job site located within the City of Kirkland are required to have a valid City of Kirkland Business License.

It is important to be an informed consumer when you are hiring someone to work on your home or property. L&I's Hire Smart Step-by-Step tools will help you make informed decisions to better protect your investment.

 

 

Contact Information

Location

Development Services Center

Kirkland City Hall - Upper Floor

123 5th Ave

Kirkland, WA 98033

 

Phone

425-587-3600

 

Online

Our Kirkland Portal

Virtual Appointments

Virtual appointments are here! To help answer your general development and permitting questions, the City of Kirkland Development Services now provides virtual appointments with Planning and Building, and Public Works staff.

 

Schedule Appointment Now!

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