Emergency Notice

City facilities are open as of August 2, 2021 for public in-person services, with the exception of fire stations that will remain closed to the public until further notice. Many city services are available online. Find more information as well as resources for businesses and residents here:

COVID-19 Coronavirus Information

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Permit FAQs

Take a look at some of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to permitting, such as Do I Need a Permit and How Long Will it Take to Get a Permit?

Building Permit and Construction Code FAQs

Zoning Code and Land Use FAQs

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123 5th Ave
Kirkland, Washington 98033
425-587-3000

POLICE DEPARTMENT
11750 NE 118th Street
Kirkland, Washington 98034
425-587-3400

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11740 NE 118th Street
Kirkland, Washington 98034
425-587-3160

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The City of Kirkland is aware of a security/data incident related to its utility billing vendor, Automatic Funds Transfer Services, Inc (AFTS). For more Information, please see our FAQ:

AFTS Data Issue - Frequently Asked Questions

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Public Announcement

In response to guidance from Public Health Seattle-King County, we encourage members of the community to implement social distancing as much as possible and in the interim use the following methods to interact at City Council meetings. Virtual meetings are broadcast live on KGOV channel 21 and live-streamed on the City's website (links posted on the individual meetings under related information).

COVID-19 Coronavirus Information

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Trash Service Alert

If your service was delayed due to weather and unsafe road conditions, you can put out twice your usual amount of material on your next regular service day. Check Waste Management's Service Alert page for more information.

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2021 Recycling Events

To maintain flexibility, we’ll be announcing events one at a time rather than scheduling out several months in advance as in the past. We are beginning to schedule some recycling events for items with higher environmental impact and lower contact, such as batteries and shredding.

Recycling Event Calendar

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Development Services - Response to COVID-19

Please note that all facilities are closed to the public through June 2021.

See how Development Services is responding to COVID-19.

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Fire COVID Alert

The Kirkland Fire Department urges any resident experiencing a life threatening emergency to call 911. Requesting help from your firefighters does not increase the likelihood of contracting COVID-19. Your firefighters diligently use the appropriate personnel protective equipment, sanitize fire engines, aid cars and fire stations and practice good hygiene to protect the public and themselves.

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An important update from Parks and Community Services - COVID-19

07/29/21- For the latest information about how Kirkland Parks and Community Services is responding to the COVID -19 pandemic, please visit the:

Kirkland Parks Play it Safe Website

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122nd Avenue Northeast Traffic Calming

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