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DCLU No Longer Issuing Land Use Certificates
 
Posted May 4, 2001; updated July 16, 2003
 
On March 19, 2001, City Council passed a bill repealing the requirement that a seller of real property located within the City of Seattle obtain a Certificate of Land Use from DCLU. As of April 21, 2001, DCLU will no longer issue Certificates of Land Use and Local Assessments (per Seattle City Ordinance 120289).

However, DCLU's Public Resource Center (PRC) will continue to provide property research assistance on request. To request this assistance, fill out a records research request form (89KB PDF). Be sure to complete the top portion of the form, including the complete legal description. A research assistance fee applies, and may be found in the latest Fee Subtitle or by contacting the PRC, which is located on the 20th floor of Key Tower at 700 Fifth Avenue, (206) 684-8467.

If you require a written analysis of your property, you may request a "Rebuild Letter" from DCLU, which includes a review of the permit history, former uses, and the most recent permitted use according to DCLU records. For more information, including the current fee for this service, contact the PRC as detailed above.

Zoning information--including the current zoning of a property, permitted uses, and development standards--is available by using DCLU's online Land Use Q&A Service or contacting the PRC, located on the 20th floor of Key Tower at 700 Fifth Avenue, (206) 684-8467. However, please note that many zoning-related questions can only be answered in person by bringing a preliminary drawing to the PRC.

 
 
  Questions?


If you have any questions about these changes or would like additional information, please contact the
DCLU Public Resource Center (PRC):

Website: www.seattle.gov/dclu/prc
Email: prc@seattle.gov
Phone: (206) 684-8467

  Permit Information


Information on permits for a particular address are available by visiting the DCLU Microfilm Library, located on the 20th floor of Key Tower at 700 Fifth Avenue.

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