Seattle.gov Home Page City Services Staff Directory [WEB GRAPHIC] About Seattle.gov City Contacts
Seattle.gov Home Page
 SEARCH: 
Seattle.gov This Department
Link to DPD Home Page Link to About Us Link to Contact Us Link to DPD Home Page Shaping and protecting Seattle's built and natural environment Diane Sugimura, DPD Director




 

 

 

News Archives
(news posted on or before July 26,2008)

Search News by keyword:  

For additional news, read our monthly newsletter, dpdINFO
 
Mayor Nickels Announces New Townhome Regulations
- July 10, 2008

Earthquake Home Retrofit Standard Plans Revised
- July 1, 2008

Amendments Proposed for 2006 Seattle Building and Residential Code
- July 1, 2008

DPD Seeks Electrical Contractor for Construction Codes Advisory Board
- July 1, 2008

Planning Commission Addresses Seattle Center Master Plan
- July 1, 2008

Mayor Proposes Improvements in Sidewalk Café Permitting
- June 25, 2008

Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Contractor Workshop
- June 4, 2008

DPD Unveils New Website Design
- June 2, 2008

South Downtown Final Environmental Impact Statement Published
- June 2, 2008

Proposed Single Family Code Amendments
- June 2, 2008

A Vision for Little Saigon
- June 2, 2008

Svend Auken And A Truly Green Economy
- May 29, 2008

Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Contractor Workshop
- May 15, 2008

City Looking at New Rules for Un-reinforced Masonry Buildings
- May 13, 2008

New Environmental Review Thresholds Approved
- May 6, 2008

Northgate Urban Center Rezone Draft EIS Published
- May 1, 2008

New Commissioners Sought For Seattle Design Commission
- April 30, 2008

Peat Settlement-Prone Area Public Hearing
- April 30, 2008

SDOT Coaching Hours Extended
- April 30, 2008

DPD 2007 Annual Highlights Now Available
- April 28, 2008

Seattle Promotes Rainwater Harvesting for Beneficial Use
- April 1, 2008

Green Festival Comes to Seattle
- April 1, 2008

2006 Seattle Energy Code Training
- April 1, 2008

Designing Public Spaces that Enhance Quality of Life
- April 1, 2008

New Pathways – Historic Preservation and Sustainability
- March 4, 2008

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Related to New Development to be Assessed
- March 4, 2008

South Lake Union Open House Provides Feedback on Urban Form Concepts
- March 4, 2008

Shoreline Master Program Public Visioning Workshops
- March 4, 2008

Seattle Planning Commission Presents Affordable Housing Action Agenda
- February 26, 2008

Lecture Series to Activate the Green Revolution
- February 21, 2008

Permit Review to Evaluate Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- January 31, 2008

Keeping the Emerald City Green
- January 31, 2008

New Online Tool for Green Buildings and Neighbors
- January 31, 2008

New Development May Require Full Street Improvements
- January 31, 2008

Superior Design Awards January 17: Presentation at 5:30 p.m.
- January 16, 2008

South Lake Union Meeting January 9, 2008
- January 2, 2008

Sidewalks Legislation Adopted
- January 2, 2008

New Limits on Uses in Industrial Zones
- January 2, 2008

Comprehensive Plan Amendments Due January 18, 2008
- January 2, 2008

Customer Alert: Pre-Application Site Visit Waiver…Waived
- December 6, 2007

South Downtown Draft EIS Released
- November 29, 2007

Members Sought for Seattle’s Design Review Boards
- November 29, 2007

DPD’s John Rahaim Leaving Seattle
- November 29, 2007

Free Public Landslide Information Meeting Dec. 1
- November 26, 2007

New Technical Codes to Take Effect in November
- November 5, 2007

2006 Seattle Energy Code
- November 5, 2007

Shoreline Master Program Update
- November 2, 2007

Draft EIS published for Livable South Downtown Planning Study
- November 1, 2007

Planning Commission Weighs in on Industrial Size of Use Proposal
- November 1, 2007

Free Public Landslide Information Meetings Nov. 3 and Dec. 1
- October 17, 2007

Mayor Extends Program to Create More Homes for Working Families
- October 8, 2007

Building Code Changes to Take Effect in November
- October 2, 2007

South Lake Union Open House October 29
- October 2, 2007

DPD to Host Open House for the Multifamily Code Update
- September 26, 2007

Join Seattle Climate Action Now: Working Together, Seattle CAN Make a Difference
- September 25, 2007

New Sidewalk Legislation Announced
- September 6, 2007

Executive's Recommended Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- September 4, 2007

Local and National Energy Guru Receives Award
- September 4, 2007

Industrial Lands Report Released, Includes Mayor’s Recommendations
- August 29, 2007

Transportation Choices: AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE A STAR!
- August 21, 2007

Unit Lot Subdivision Review Changes
- August 15, 2007

Newly Improved Flyer Details “How to Respond to a Corrections Notice”
- August 1, 2007

Plan Ahead: I-5 Closures Aug. 10 - Aug. 29
- August 1, 2007

2006 International Codes Coming Soon
- June 28, 2007

SMT 20th Floor Elevator Schedule Change
- June 28, 2007

Neighborhood Main Street Mapping Project Open Houses in July
- June 28, 2007

Open House on South Lake Union Priorities
- June 18, 2007

DPD 2006 Annual Highlights Now Available
- June 4, 2007

Council Proposes Additional 2007 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- May 31, 2007

Replacing a Deck or Pier Over Water? Avoid Chemically Treated Wood and Get a Shoreline Exemption
- May 31, 2007

New Scheduling and Cancellation Wait List Initiated
- May 25, 2007

Record-Breaking Year Means Long Lines
- May 25, 2007

Urban Sustainability Forum Event: Helping Nature Heal Our Cities
- May 24, 2007

Six Positions Available on Construction Codes Advisory Board
- April 30, 2007

Seattle Wins Smart Growth Award
- April 30, 2007

Final Three Seattle Green Factor Workshops to be held in May
- April 27, 2007

Proposal to Allow Structural Additions to Historic Buildings in Pioneer Square
- April 23, 2007

Urban Sustainability Forum: Resuscitating a Dying World
- April 18, 2007

Remodeling? DPD Offers Free Workshops to Help
- April 16, 2007

Housing for Seattle’s Future: Building a Competitive Workforce
- April 11, 2007

Design Review Fees Now Due at Intake
- April 11, 2007

April 17 Meeting will Highlight Stormwater, Grading and Drainage Code Updates
- April 10, 2007

April 10 Meeting will Highlight Northgate Construction Activities
- April 4, 2007

Limited Time Only: Cash Incentives Can Help You Build Green
- April 2, 2007

Code Compliance by the Numbers
- April 2, 2007

Series Explores the Future of Seattle’s Industrial Lands
- March 29, 2007

Mayor to Nuisance Property Owners: ‘Clean Up Your Act’
- March 29, 2007

Fine Artist, Urban Planner Sought for Seattle Design Commission
- March 12, 2007

2006 Energy Code Update Process Continues
- March 8, 2007

March 7 Green Factor Workshop Highlights Green Roofs
- February 28, 2007

March 8 Event Explores Housing Affordability Gap
- February 28, 2007

DPD Proposes Changes to Environmental Review Thresholds
- February 28, 2007

Creating a City of Walkable Neighborhoods
- February 28, 2007

Draft Great Blue Heron Habitat Protection Rule Available for Comment
- February 1, 2007

Increasing Workforce Housing Speaker Series Kicks Off Feb. 15
- February 1, 2007

DPD Revises Sidewalk Café Permit Applications Process
- January 31, 2007

Upcoming Workshop Series to Focus on the Seattle Green Factor
- January 31, 2007

Trade Licensing Program and Elevator/Boiler/Pressure Vessel Inspectors Move
- January 30, 2007

“Imagine Explore Build” at Phinney Home Design & Remodel Fair
- January 22, 2007

Commercial Code Changes: How it Affects Your Current Project
- January 11, 2007

Storm Drain Insert Reminder to Contractors
- January 10, 2007

Updated Tenant Information Available in Nine Languages
- January 8, 2007

Council Adopts Amendments to Comprehensive Plan
- December 21, 2006

Council to Hear Pioneer Square Waterfront Street Car Legislation
- December 21, 2006

Commercial Code: Mayor Signs Bill to Support Neighborhood Business Districts
- December 21, 2006

Development Permit Fee Increases in 2007
- December 21, 2006

A Year in Review: City Green Building by the Numbers
- December 7, 2006

Access Tree & Landscaping Regulations Online
- December 4, 2006

Free Landslide Information Meetings Nov. 18 & Dec. 2
- November 30, 2006

USF Event: “Greening” Our Hospitals and Health Care Facilities
- November 30, 2006

Members Sought for Design Review Boards; Deadline Dec. 13
- November 30, 2006

Pet Daycare Standards Effective Nov. 24
- November 1, 2006

Street Improvement Plans Must be Submitted Before Building Permit Applications as of Nov. 13
- October 30, 2006

Tenant Relocation Assistance Amounts Increase Oct. 2
- October 18, 2006

Plan Early to Meet Grading Restrictions during Wet Season
- October 12, 2006

Remodeling? DPD Offers Free Workshops to Help
- October 9, 2006

Is Your Home Protected? Attend a Free Earthquake Clinic
- September 28, 2006

Council Committee Recommends Commercial Area Land Use Code Revisions
- September 28, 2006

Construction Codes Advisory Board Recruiting Members
- September 28, 2006

New Hires Approved for DPD
- September 28, 2006

Urban Visionary Shares Formula for Success at Sept. 20 Event
- September 13, 2006

Green Building Workshop Series to be Held September 18 - 21
- September 8, 2006

Interdepartmental Permit Coordination Project Launches September 12
- September 6, 2006

Council Adopts Changes to Bed and Breakfast Regulations
- August 31, 2006

Detached Accessory Dwelling Units Approved
- August 30, 2006

Aug. 28 Event Asks: Can High Gas Prices Drive Positive Changes?
- August 28, 2006

DPD Releases New South Lake Union Neighborhood Plan
- August 1, 2006

Interdepartmental Permit Coordination Project Set for September Launch
- August 1, 2006

Mayor Unveils Central Waterfront Concept Plan
- August 1, 2006

Drop-Off Permitting Changes Go Into Effect August 1
- July 19, 2006

Dravus Commercial Area Zoning Study Underway
- July 5, 2006

Environmentally Critical Areas Update Challenged
- June 29, 2006

Updated Trade Licensing Laws in Effect
- June 29, 2006

DPD Proposes Land Use Amendments to Address Pet Daycares
- June 29, 2006

"Green Factor" Proposed for Seattle’s Neighborhood Business Districts
- June 23, 2006

Council to Hold Hearing on Detached ADU Proposal in SE Seattle
- June 19, 2006

Innovative Green Cities Featured at June 19 Event
- June 15, 2006

New Commissioners Sought for Seattle Design Commission – Deadline Extended
- June 8, 2006

South Lake Union Neighborhood Plan Update Nears Completion – Attend June 12 Open House
- June 8, 2006

Northgate Stakeholders Community Forum June 8
- June 5, 2006

Groundbreaking Set for Major Northgate Project on South Lot
- June 1, 2006

Scoping Underway for Livable South Downtown Environmental Review
- May 31, 2006

Hear Innovative Landscape Architect Walter Hood on June 5
- May 31, 2006

ASC Service Alert: Plat Intake Appointments Added
- May 24, 2006

Early Design Guidance Presubmittal and Intake Streamlined
- May 24, 2006

Seattle Public Utilities Construction Information Meeting on the Thornton Creek Water Quality Channel
- May 18, 2006

Public Workshop on Shoreline Alternative Mitigation Plan
- May 10, 2006

Celebrate Artful Use of Water in Public Spaces at May 8 Event
- May 4, 2006

Building and Residential Code Amendments Take Effect May 5
- May 3, 2006

New Commissioners Sought for Seattle Design Commission
- April 19, 2006

Mayor Signs Historic Bill for Livable, Affordable Center City
- April 13, 2006

Multifamily Code Update Focus of May 3 Open House
- April 13, 2006

New Critical Areas Ordinance Effective May 9
- April 13, 2006

Wireless Internet Access Now Available for Permit Applicants
- April 12, 2006

Jaime Lerner to Speak in Seattle April 10
- April 10, 2006

Building Permit Expiration Warning for Projects Designed to the Uniform Building Code
- April 4, 2006

Attend a Panel Discussion on Business Area Parking
- April 4, 2006

Global Concerns and Green Building Connect at April 10 Event
- April 4, 2006

New Critical Areas Ordinance Effective May 9
- March 31, 2006

South Lake Union Neighborhood Plan Update Continues
- March 21, 2006

Jaime Lerner to Speak in Seattle April 10
- March 14, 2006

Visit DPD's Emergency Management Website for Landslide Info
- March 8, 2006

Tenants and Property Owners: Get the Latest "Info for Tenants"
- March 1, 2006

DPD to Unveil Preliminary Recommendations for Livable South Downtown Planning at Open House
- March 1, 2006

Enhanced Pre-Application Site Plan Requirements Coming April 3
- March 1, 2006

Uncover High Cost of Free Parking at March 2 Forum Event
- February 27, 2006

Free Landslide Meeting Feb. 25
- February 21, 2006

DPD Launches Emergency Management Website
- February 8, 2006

Making Green Building Standard Practice in Seattle
- January 31, 2006

Explore the Future of Green Building at Jan. 30 Forum Event
- January 24, 2006

Few Fee Changes for 2006
- January 19, 2006

Landslide Information Meetings Feb. 11 and 25
- January 19, 2006

“Imagine Explore Build” at Phinney Home Design & Remodel Fair
- January 18, 2006

Mayor’s Critical Areas Legislation Before City Council
- December 23, 2005

Seattle Building Code Collection Available Online
- December 23, 2005

City Seeking Design Review Board Applicants; Deadline Dec. 16
- December 14, 2005

Land Use Regulations Proposed for Adult Cabarets
- December 7, 2005

Seattle Eliminates Some Building and Residential Code Amendments
- November 30, 2005

Mayor Proposes Detached Accessory Dwelling Units in SE Seattle
- November 30, 2005

Learn How Portland Is Creating a Vibrant Green Infrastructure Dec. 5
- November 29, 2005

South Lake Union Neighborhood Plan Update Underway
- November 21, 2005

Seattle Has One of Strongest Green Building Markets in Nation
- November 18, 2005

Is Your Home Protected? Attend a Free Earthquake Clinic
- November 10, 2005

Explore Design of Compelling Public Places at Nov. 17 Mark Childs' Event
- November 10, 2005

Council to Consider ECA Code Update; Public Hearing Nov. 17
- November 8, 2005

Comment on Shoreline Alternative Mitigation Plan at Nov. 15 Workshop
- November 8, 2005

ASC Unveils New Method for Assigning Project Numbers
- October 28, 2005

Public Resource Center Aligning Hours with Applicant Services Center
- October 28, 2005

Comment on Shoreline Alternative Mitigation Plan at Public Workshop
- October 27, 2005

Join the Northgate Stakeholders at Community Forum
- October 17, 2005

City Council to Consider ECA Code Update
- October 17, 2005

2005 Seattle Electrical Code Adopted
- October 6, 2005

Mayor Makes Growth Pay for Growth in Transportation
- October 5, 2005

Right-of-Way Improvements Manual Update
- October 4, 2005

DPD/SDOT Aligning Permit Process
- September 29, 2005

Mayor Announces New Park Site for Northgate
- September 27, 2005

Lecture to Focus on the Role of Culture in a Successful Center City
- September 22, 2005

Mayor Seeks Candidates for Seattle Planning Commission
- September 19, 2005

Mayor Cuts Fees for Earthquake Protection Permits
- September 1, 2005

Construction Code Advisory Board Seeks New Members
- September 1, 2005

Proposed ECA Code Available
- September 1, 2005

South Downtown Planning Open House
- September 1, 2005

Engineered Wind Design Map Now Available Online
- August 22, 2005

August 8 Event: Redeveloping Seattle Neighborhoods with Green Building and Smart Growth
- August 4, 2005

Mayor's Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments Sent to Council
- August 2, 2005

New Commissioner Sought for Seattle Design Commission
- July 27, 2005

New Multifamily Parking Requirements in Four Urban Center Villages
- July 15, 2005

Drop-Off Submittal Option for Early Design Guidance Applications Begins in July
- July 15, 2005

Broadway Avenue Rezones Aimed at Revitalizing Neighborhood
- July 15, 2005

2004 Seattle Energy Code Takes Effect July 6
- July 1, 2005

July 11 Event: How Building Green Increases Return on Investment
- July 1, 2005

OTC Permits and Inspection Requests Affected by July 14-19 System Shutdown
- July 1, 2005

Moisture Protection Law for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings Takes Effect Aug. 1
- July 1, 2005

2004 Seattle Energy Code Adoption Anticipated
- June 7, 2005

A New Look at Seattle's Population: Local Views of Census 2000 Data Released
- June 7, 2005

Planning Effort to Stimulate Housing in South Downtown
- June 7, 2005

Help Shape Seattle's Waterfront at June 21-23 Workshops
- June 7, 2005

Public Workshop on Shoreline Alternative Mitigation Plan June 29
- June 7, 2005

Tenant Relocation Assistance Amounts Increase June 1
- June 1, 2005

Master Use Permit and Shoreline Exemption Fees Increase June 1
- May 26, 2005

Open House to Showcase UW Student Visions for South Lake Union
- May 26, 2005

Architect Jan Gehl Speaks June 6 on Creating a Great Pedestrian City
- May 26, 2005

Mayor's Downtown Zoning Changes Proposal Released
- May 12, 2005

Council Adopts Wallingford Design Guidelines
- May 11, 2005

Hear Civic Innovator on How to Create Sustainable Communities May 9
- May 6, 2005

Seattle's Comprehensive Plan Now Available, Setting Stage for Growth through 2024
- May 2, 2005

Mayor Releases Strategy to Revitalize Neighborhood Business Districts
- May 2, 2005

Hear Innovative Developer on Inspiring Urban Revitalization at May 2 Event
- April 27, 2005

Drop-Off Submittals Temporarily Required for New Construction Applications, Some Land Use Platting Actions
- April 26, 2005

Improvements to DPD Permit System Will Have Short-Term Impacts
- April 19, 2005

Center City Seattle Strategy Well Underway
- March 31, 2005

Developers Awarded for Outstanding Commitment to Green Building
- March 31, 2005

April 4 Event Addresses Big Picture Social, Environmental Needs
- March 30, 2005

Parking Requirement Reductions Would Strengthen Urban Centers
- March 9, 2005

Seattle and Washington Can Lead the Sustainable Energy Economy
- March 9, 2005

Drainage and Side Sewer Fee Increases Begin Feb. 28
- February 25, 2005

Mayor Kicks Off Urban Sustainability Forum on Feb. 28
- February 17, 2005

Requests for Billboard Relocations Due by March 1
- February 10, 2005

Announcing Online Self-Issued Electrical Permits
- February 9, 2005

Public Review Drafts of ECA Code Update Available Soon
- February 7, 2005

Input on Draft Central Waterfront Concept Plan Welcomed at Feb. 9 Open House
- February 2, 2005

Planning Commission Announces New Director
- January 14, 2005

City Council Adopts Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- January 6, 2005

Free Landslide Information Meetings
- January 6, 2005

Environmental Impact of Downtown Zoning Changes Published
- January 6, 2005

New Street Use Permit Required for Side Sewer Permits with ROW Use
- December 28, 2004

Environmental Impact of Downtown Zoning Changes Being Published
- December 21, 2004

Most Development Fees Increasing in 2005
- December 21, 2004

Proposal to Spur Housing and Economic Development
- December 8, 2004

Northgate Mall Development Planning Moves Forward
- December 8, 2004

City Seeks Design Review Board Applicants
- November 16, 2004

Mayor Proposes Changes to Revitalize Broadway
- November 1, 2004

Community Forum on Major Northgate Projects on Nov. 9
- November 1, 2004

Event to Focus on Shaping 21st Century Neighborhoods in Seattle
- November 1, 2004

Three Planning Commissioners Sought
- October 27, 2004

Remodeling? Get Free Advice at a Home Improvement Workshop
- October 19, 2004

Celebrating 10 Years of Design Review in Seattle
- October 18, 2004

The Monorail Recall: What It Means for City Efforts
- October 4, 2004

Five New Design Commissioners Appointed
- October 4, 2004

Input Sought to Create Six Neighborhood Retail Cores
- October 4, 2004

New Online Building Grade Calculation Tool Saves Time, Money
- September 10, 2004

Public Meetings Sept. 29-30 on Neighborhood Business Districts
- August 30, 2004

Mayor Hosts "Center City Seattle" Open House on September 20
- August 30, 2004

Belltown Design Guidelines Adopted
- August 10, 2004

Recommendations Made for Seattle's Growth through 2024
- August 3, 2004

International Codes Replace Uniform Codes August 15
- July 28, 2004

Belltown Design Guidelines Proposed; Council Hearing July 14
- July 7, 2004

Changes to Permit Approval Process for Light Rail Facilities Proposed
- July 7, 2004

New Commissioners Sought for Seattle Design Commission
- June 18, 2004

Public Hearing on Northgate South Lot Drainage and Development
- June 15, 2004

Efforts Underway to Revitalize Seattle's Broadway District
- June 10, 2004

Design Review Board Members Selected; Eight New, Nine Returning
- June 2, 2004

Three New Seattle Planning Commissioners Appointed
- June 2, 2004

Update on Comprehensive Plan Public Workshops
- June 2, 2004

City Council Considers Draft Seattle Amendments to 2003 I-Codes
- June 2, 2004

DPD to Review Greenwood Projects for Groundwater Loss
- May 27, 2004

Workshops to Encourage Input on Neighborhood Business Districts
- May 4, 2004

Executive Director Sought for Seattle Planning Commission
- April 30, 2004

Public Invited to First Northgate Community Forum, May 13
- April 26, 2004

Northgate Stakeholders Hold Inaugural Meeting
- April 15, 2004

International Codes Replacing Uniform Codes in Summer 2004
- April 6, 2004

Mayor Invites Public Comment on Seattle's Future
- April 1, 2004

Public Invited to Front Row Seat on Future Waterfront
- March 29, 2004

Survey to Assess Tenants' Private and Shared Space Needs
- March 24, 2004

Work Underway to Strengthen Neighborhood Business Districts
- March 15, 2004

Northgate Stakeholders Group Formed
- March 12, 2004

Workshop to Improve Pedestrian Connections at Northgate
- March 10, 2004

Public Review of Seattle's Comprehensive Plan Begins
- March 10, 2004

Council to Consider Allowing Detached Accessory Dwelling Units
- March 2, 2004

Comment Welcome on Draft Seattle Amendments to 2003 I-Codes
- February 27, 2004

Manager Sought for CityDesign, Seattle Design Commission
- February 23, 2004

Overview of DPD's 2004 Fee Changes
- February 11, 2004

Removing Obstacles to New First Hill Housing
- February 3, 2004

Downtown Height/Density Comment Period Extended; Meeting Feb. 24
- February 3, 2004

City Seeks Seven Design Review Board Applicants
- February 2, 2004

DPD Convenes Northgate Stakeholder Group; 10 Nominees Sought
- January 29, 2004

Public Landslide Meetings Offered January 24 and 31
- January 14, 2004

Attend the Monorail Downtown Station Workshops Jan. 15 & Feb. 6
- January 14, 2004

South Lake Union Biotech Amendments Approved by Council
- December 18, 2003

Northgate Revitalization Effort Moves Forward
- December 18, 2003

ECA Code and Policy Update Begins; Public Workshop January 21
- December 16, 2003

Input Welcome on 10-Year Update to Seattle's Comprehensive Plan
- December 15, 2003

DEIS Hearing on Downtown Height, Density Changes Set for Dec. 15
- December 4, 2003

Review of Commercial Policies, Zoning Underway; Meeting Nov. 19
- November 12, 2003

Public Workshops on Monorail Station Area Planning Scheduled
- November 12, 2003

New Planning Commissioners Sought
- November 7, 2003

Environmental Review of Proposed Downtown Zoning Changes Released; Center City Forum November 10
- November 7, 2003

Northgate and South Lake Union Design Guidelines Approved
- November 4, 2003

Second Public Forum on Central Waterfront Planning November 7
- November 4, 2003

2002 Seattle Electrical Code Becomes Effective in October 2003
- October 2, 2003

DCLU Becoming Dept. of Planning & Development (DPD)
- October 2, 2003

William Dietrich to Speak at Comp Plan Update Workshop
- October 2, 2003

Budget Update from DCLU Director
- September 18, 2003

Hearing on Proposed Land Use Code Amendments for Biotech Businesses
- September 17, 2003

Call for Entries in Built GreenTM Seattle Design Competition
- September 12, 2003

Northgate Design Guidelines Proposed
- September 8, 2003

Report Shows Incentives for Shoreline Restoration
- August 7, 2003

Apply for Side Sewer Repair Permit, View Side Sewer Cards Online
- August 7, 2003

Public Meeting on South Lake Union Biotech Amendments
- August 7, 2003

DCLU's Name Expected to Change Soon
- August 4, 2003

South Lake Union Design Guidelines Now Available
- July 18, 2003

Council Approves “Live-Work Unit” Legislation
- July 15, 2003

2002 Major Institution Annual Status Reports Available for Review
- July 11, 2003

Public Meeting and Hearing on Proposed Monorail Facility Amendments
- June 19, 2003

Northgate Design Guidelines Available for Public Comment
- June 16, 2003

Public Forum to Kick Off Waterfront Planning, June 26 and 28, 2003
- June 12, 2003

Legislation Would Ban Wireless Cell Antennas in Single Family Zones
- June 3, 2003

Northgate Overlay Amendments and Development Agreement Proposed
- May 23, 2003

DCLU Home Improvement Workshop Saturday, June 21
- May 15, 2003

Update on New Side Sewer Program
- April 28, 2003

New Seattle Planning & Growth Reports, Updated Comprehensive Plan Available
- April 2, 2003

Mayor Proposes Banning Wireless Cell Antennas in Single Family Zones
- March 28, 2003

Open House & Forum on New Housing Options, March 26
- March 11, 2003

Bypass Appointment Process Using Drop-Off Submittal Pilot Program
- February 14, 2003

New Online Maps of Seattle Property Now Available from DCLU
- February 14, 2003

Side Sewer Review & Inspection Program Begins February 3, 2003
- January 30, 2003

Mayor Nickels Announces New Director for DCLU
- January 9, 2003

Two Public Landslide Workshops Scheduled for 2003
- December 30, 2002

Development Fees to Increase Jan. 1, 2003; New Fire Dept. Fees to be Collected
- December 12, 2002

Erosion Control Plans Required for Small Projects, starting Jan. 1, 2003
- November 12, 2002

Erosion Control Inspection Now Required at First Ground Disturbance
- November 12, 2002

Permit Process Improvements Underway
- October 29, 2002

Side Sewer Program Coming to DCLU in 2003
- October 28, 2002

City Adopts Changes to Telecommunications Regulations
- October 16, 2002

New Census 2000 Information Published for Seattle
- October 11, 2002

Earthquake Repair: Permit and Inspection Changes
- October 10, 2002

Earthquake Damage Prevention: More Homes Now Eligible for Predesigned Retrofit Plans
- October 10, 2002

Moisture Damage Study Completed
- September 26, 2002

Plan Early to Grade in an Environmentally Critical Area during Wet Season
- August 30, 2002

Comprehensive Plan Amendments Sent to Council
- August 29, 2002

Fee Changes Take Effect July 13
- July 12, 2002

2002 Seattle Energy Code Takes Effect July 1
- July 1, 2002

Admiral Neighborhood Design Guidelines Approved
- June 26, 2002

Proposed Changes to Telecommunications Regulations
- June 24, 2002

Updated Inventory of 86 Public View Sites in Seattle
- June 21, 2002

Planning Functions Come to DCLU
- May 30, 2002

Over-the-Counter Permit Services to Change Computer Systems in June
- May 9, 2002

DCLU Service Tip: Resolving Development or Land Use Permit Disagreements
- May 8, 2002

2001 Major Institution Annual Status Reports Available for Review
- May 7, 2002

Proposed Changes to Parking Requirements for Transitional Housing
- April 17, 2002

Lowrise Housing Study Completed; Public Meetings in the Works
- April 4, 2002

Energy Code Update: Key Dates and Summary of Changes
- February 28, 2002

One-Year Anniversary of Nisqually Earthquake: Update on Building Damage and Repair
- February 27, 2002

Free Home Improvement Workshops in Various Seattle Neighborhoods
- February 7, 2002

Space Needle Views Protected at 10 Public Locations
- December 21, 2001

New Tree Protection Regulations: What You Need to Know
- December 20, 2001

Director Rick Krochalis Leaving DCLU
- December 14, 2001

Reducing Landslide and Stormwater Erosion Damage (Adobe PDF document)
- December 11, 2001

Landlord/Tenant Information Now Available in Nine Languages
- November 7, 2001

Emergency Checklist for Building Managers and Engineers Now Available
- October 17, 2001

2001 Seattle Energy Code Effective October 24
- October 5, 2001

Parapet Evaluation and Repair: Earthquake Damage to Unreinforced Buildings a Particular Concern
- September 19, 2001

Unreinforced Masonry Chimney Repair Policy
- September 17, 2001

East Madison Business District Zoning Analysis
- September 12, 2001

Green Lake and West Seattle Design Guidelines Approved
- August 30, 2001

Fee Changes Affect Land Use, Site Review, and Electrical, Beginning August 26
- August 27, 2001

Proposed Changes to Telecommunications Regulations
- August 23, 2001

Adopted: Land Use Code Amendments to the Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) and Bonus Programs for Downtown
- August 15, 2001

Adopted: Land Use Code Amendments and Related Rezoning to Implement Neighborhood and Station Area Planning Recommendations
- August 14, 2001

Changes to Improve Land Use Project Review
- July 19, 2001

Changes at Applicant Services Center: New Pre-Submittal Conference and Plan Set Requirements
- July 19, 2001

Draft E. Madison Business District Land Use and Zoning Analysis/Recommendations Available; Hearing July 16
- July 8, 2001

2000 SEATTLE ENERGY CODE (the 2000 Washington State Energy Code plus carrying over the 1997 Seattle amendments)
- June 29, 2001

Implementation of New Building, Mechanical, and Energy Codes Begins July 1, 2001
- June 29, 2001

Changes to Building and Mechanical Codes Proposed
- May 14, 2001

DCLU No Longer Issuing Land Use Certificates
- May 4, 2001

New DCLU Tree Protection Proposal
- May 4, 2001

DCLU Proposal to Amend the Land Use Code to Allow Sign Kiosks
- May 3, 2001

Seattle View Protection Policies - Space Needle
- April 27, 2001

March 30 Update of Earthquake Damaged Buildings in Seattle
- March 30, 2001

Special Requirements for Landmark Buildings and Buildings in Historic and Special Review Districts
- March 14, 2001

Checking Your Home for Earthquake Damage
- March 1, 2001

Public Meetings on Tree Protection Proposals Scheduled
- February 7, 2001

Satterlee House Early Design Guidance Meeting for January 25 Canceled
- January 23, 2001

Minimal DCLU Fee Changes Scheduled for January 2001
- January 5, 2001

New Stormwater Rules Effective January 1, 2001
- December 1, 2000

Inspection Request Cutoff Time 7:00AM, Effective January 2, 2001
- December 1, 2000

Amendments to Housing and Building Maintenance Code Effective October 16
- October 19, 2000

New Stormwater, Grading and Drainage Control Code Director's Rules Available for Public Review
- October 13, 2000

Design Guidelines for Pike/Pine, Roosevelt and University Neighborhoods Approved by Council
- September 28, 2000

City of Tacoma Abolishes Boiler Program
- September 18, 2000

New Applicant Services Center (ASC) Hours
- August 29, 2000

Public Hearing on Proposal to Implement the Ballard Municipal Center Master Plan
- August 11, 2000

Public Meeting on Tree Preservation in Seattle, Tuesday, August 15
- August 3, 2000

Neighbors that Notice: DCLU's Guide to Neighborhood Notices and Commenting
- July 21, 2000

Refrigeration Exam to Change October 1, 2000
- July 18, 2000

Seattle Design Guidelines for Link Light Rail
- July 10, 2000

City of Seattle - RFP Electronic Document Management System
- June 23, 2000

Adopted Changes to Stormwater, Grading, and Drainage Control Code
- June 16, 2000

Gas Piping Mechanic Licenses Required in Seattle
- June 1, 2000

Proposed Changes to the Steam Engineer and Boiler Fireman License Law
- June 1, 2000

Proposed Changes to the Refrigeration Licensing Law
- June 1, 2000

New Changes in Processes Better Equip Customers for Project Application
- May 1, 2000

Tips on Sustainable Building and Reuse of Building Materials
- April 3, 2000

Noise Variance Application Received from Sound Transit
- April 3, 2000

Third Quarter Report Breaks Records
- January 3, 2000

Help for Leaky Buildings and Moisture Damage
- January 3, 2000

View Current News...
Department of Planning and Development (DPD)