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The Department of Design, Construction and Land Use(DCLU) has begun
responding to a variety of recovery issues following the Nisqually
Earthquake of February 28th. Stabilization and emergency repair work
is either underway or has been completed on a number of structures
in Seattle. With the important exception of historic buildings, DCLU
does not require a permit for emergency stabilization and temporary
repairs, as long as a structural engineer directs the work. For
permanent repairs over $4,000 in value, and for all permanent
structural repairs, a building permit from DCLU is required.
Permits Required for
Emergency work to Buildings in Historic Districts and Landmark
Buildings
The City of Seattle strongly supports the preservation of Seattle’s
historic and landmark buildings, and seeks to minimize to the
fullest extent possible impacts to these buildings. To stabilize or
provide emergency repairs to landmark buildings and buildings in
historic preservation districts such as Pioneer Square and the
International District, a building permit is required from DCLU and
a certificate of approval is required from the Department of
Neighborhoods (DON). DCLU and DON have established an expedited
approval process to quickly review and approve emergency work on
these protected structures. To start this process, contact DCLU
staff and the appropriate DON staff as listed below:
- DCLU Applicant Services Center, 206-684-8850
- Pioneer Square Preservation District: Jennifer Meisner,
206-684-0227
- International Special Review District: Eugenia Woo,
206-684-0226
- Ballard Avenue Landmark District: Michael Benson, 206-684-0215
- Harvard-Belmont Landmark District: Beth Chave, 206-684-0380
- City of Seattle Landmark: Beth Chave, 206-684-0380
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Getting Permits for Permanent Repairs to Damaged Buildings
DCLU has established an expedited permit process to facilitate
permanent repairs. This is done to ensure that the public
experiences the least possible inconvenience in getting necessary
repair work underway. To learn more on how to apply for a repair
permit, contact DCLU at 206-684-8850.
As a note of caution, when other cities such as Oakland or Los
Angeles have experienced a major disaster, non-licensed or qualified
contractors have taken advantage of some homeowners. Always verify
that the contractor who does the work for you is licensed by the
State of Washington. You can confirm this through the Washington
State Labor and Industries website at http://www.lni.wa.gov/
contractors/contractor.asp.
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