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Development Services

Development Services offers one-stop shopping for general information and the permits needed for development activity in Bellevue and the utility service area.

For electrical, low-voltage, mechanical, plumbing and re-roof "simple" permits that do not require plan review, you can apply for permits online at mybuildingpermit.com.

Information about permits for parks, residential parking and special events is also available on the city's website.

New codes and other changes

On Jan. 1, the new Storm & Surface Water Utility and Clearing & Grading codes and standards will go into effect. Change notice.
New construction codes in July 2010 - to include 2009 editions of the International Codes (building, fire, fuel gas, mechanical and residential), the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code, the Washington State Energy Code and the ICC/ANSI Accessible Buildings code. Suggestions, proposals or concerns, contact 2009ICodes@Bellevuewa.gov. stakeholder letter
Transportation impact fees increase
Smoke Control Permit changes

Services & Information

About Development Services

Phone numbers and e-mails for divisions and staff.

For the Homeowner

Improvements that require a permit, permit application forms, construction noise guidelines and more.

Development Services handouts, construction tip sheets and the Weekly Permit Bulletin

Codes and Standards

City codes and standards for construction, fire prevention, land use, transportation, utilities and more.

Code Compliance

Enforcing regulations set for the community by City Council, including nuisance, sign, construction and land use codes. Code requirements and complaint procedures.

Permit Submittal Requirements

Submittal requirements by project type, application packets by permit type, timelines, other forms, fees

Online Permit and Inspection Services

An easy way to apply for simple permits, schedule inspections and check the status of applications

Current Development Activity

Overview of construction in Bellevue, including major downtown projects and neighborhood projects

Fire, Transportation and Utilities Information

Design requirements and standards for the Fire, Transportation and Utilities departments.

Contact Information

Development Services Center
450 110th Ave NE
P.O. Box 90012
Bellevue, WA 98009
Phone: 425-452-6800
Business Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays (Wednesday, 10-4)