City of Shoreline, WA : Permits and Development Information

Permit Applications and Checklists

Planning & Community Development offers several types of permits. By clicking on any of the links below you will find submittal checklists for your project that will provide information requirements for submitting your permit application for review.

If you are not sure that you need a permit - Development Handouts summarize the Development Code on a variety of topics and are a good place to start.

For more information, please call Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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Accessory Dwelling Unit A: Permit to allow an additional complete dwelling unit accessory to the primary residence on the same premises, subject to supplemental use criteria. (SMC 20.40.210, SMC 20.40.120) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Accessory Dwelling Unit Submittal Checklist Accessory Dwelling Unit Criteria Application Form Accessory Dwelling Unit Development Handout
Administrative Design Review A: Administrative Design Review - SMC 20.30.297 is generally required for development in MUZ zones - SMC 20.50.021, Ridgecrest Planned Area - SMC 20.90, Town Center District – SMC 20.92, and Aldercrest Planned Area - SMC 20.93. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community at (206) 801-2500. Download: Administrative Design Review Checklist Application Form
Adult Family Home A: A permit is required for adult family homes that are licensed by the State of Washington Department of Social and Health Services. The City inspects to ensure that the residence meets life safety or building code requirements. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500 Download: Adult Family Home Submittal Checklist Application Form DSHS Adult Family Home Application Building Inspection Checklist
Bed & Breakfast or Boarding House A: A permit for an accessory use to the permanent residence as defined in the Development Code. Bed and breakfasts, rooming and boarding houses, and similar facilities that provide temporary overnight accommodations for compensation require a home occupation permit. (SMC 20.40.250, SMC 20.40.260) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Bed & Breakfast or Boarding House Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Binding Site Plan A: A process used for land division for commercial, industrial, and condominium-type developments. (SMC 20.30.480) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Binding Site Plan Submittal Checklist Application Form
Building Relocation A: A permit to allow the relocation of existing buildings after an inspection to determine structural integrity. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Building Relocation Submittal Checklist Application Form
Clearing and Grading A: A permit required for tree cutting, land clearing, grading activities, or construction of storm drainage facilities, when such activities are not apart of another permit and are over specified thresholds. (SMC 20.50.290 - 20.50.370) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Clearing and Grading Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Code Interpretation A: A request for an official Code Interpretation to be submitted for review (SMC 20.10.050, SMC 20.10.060, SMC 20.30.020) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Code Interpretation Submittal Checklist Application Form
Commercial/Multi-Family Building Permit A: Commercial - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of a non-residential builidng. Multi-Family Residential - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of two or more dwelling units. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Commercial/Multi-Family Building Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Envelope Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Lighting Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Metering Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Mechanical Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Forms online click here
Comprehensive Plan Amendment A: Modification of the text of maps of the Comprehensive Plan usually done through an annual review. (SMC 20.30.340) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: General General Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application Site Specific Site Specific Comprehensive Plan Amendment Checklist Site Specific Comprehensive Plan Amendment Criteria Application Form
Conditional Use Permit A: A permit allowing a permitted use to locate on a particular property, subject to conditions that ensures compatibility with nearby land uses. (SMC 20.30.300) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Conditional Use Permit Submittal Checklist Conditional Use Permit Criteria Sheet Application Form
Critical Areas Reasonable Use Approval A: A mechanism to allow development and use of private property when the strict application of the critical areas standards would deny all reasonable use of a property, subject to specific criteria. (SMC 20.30.336) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Critical Areas Reasonable Use Submittal Checklist Critical Areas Reasonable Use Criteria Sheet Application Form
Critical Areas Special Use Permit A: A mechanism to allow development by a public agency or utility when the strict application of the critical areas standards would unreasonably prohibit the provision of public services, subject to specific criterial. (SMC 20.30.333) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Critical Areas Special Use Permit Submittal Checklist Critical Areas Special Use Permit Criteria Sheet Application Form
Demolition A: A permit to allow the demolition of any structure that would require a building permit. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Consider donating your vacant or abandoned building to the Shoreline Fire Department for training Learn More. Download: Demolition Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Development Code Amendment A: An amendment to the Development Code is a mechanism by which the City may bring its land use and development regulations into conformity with the Comprehensive Plan or respond to changing conditions or needs of the City. (SMC 20.30.350) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Development Code Amendment Request Form
Deviation from Engineering Standards A: A mechanism allowing the City to grant an adjustment of engineering standards when due to unique circumstances strict implementation of the standards would result in an unnecessary hardship. (SMC 20.30.29). This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Deviation from Engineering Standards Submittal Checklist Deviation Engineering Standards Variance Criteria Sheet Application Form
Electrical Permit A: A permit to allow installation, alteration, and renovations to electrical systems. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning& Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Commercial Electrical Permit Submittal Checklist Residental Electrical Permit Submittal Checklist Property Owner Electrical Work Permit Application - Fill in format Contractor Electrical Work Permit Application - Fill in format
Fire Alarm A: A permit to allow the installation of a fire alarm system. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Fire Alarm Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Fire Sprinkler A: A permit to allow installation of a fire sprinkler system. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Fire Sprinkler Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA) A: Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Application (JARPA) Form - Use the link to apply for the JARPA - JARPA
Kitchen Hoods Fire Suppression System A: A permit to allow the installation of a kitchen hood fire sppression system. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Submittal Checklist Application Form
Lot Line Adjustment inlcuding Lot Merger A: A minor reorientation of a lot line between existing lots which results in no more lots than existed before the lot line adjustment. (SMC 20.30.400) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Lot Line Adjustment or lot Merger Submittal Checklist Lot Line Application Declaration of Lot Merger
Master Development Plan A: A permit required to establish site specific development standards for Campus zoned properties or Essential Public Facilities subject to specific criteria (SMC 20.30.353). Master Development Plans incorporate proposed development, redevelopment and/or expansion of uses as authorized in SMC 20.40.150. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Master Development Plan Checklist Master Development Plan Decision Criteria Application Form
Mechanical A: A permit to allow the installation of mechanical systems, such as heating and air conditioning. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. We are now accepting mechanical applications by fax or email. Complete the PDF Application Fill-in Form and save a copy. Print and fax to (206) 801-2788 or attach to an email and send to PCD@shorelinewa.gov. Applications are usually processed the following day. We will contact you by phone for credit card payment. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Commercial Mechanical Permit Submittal Checklist Commercial/Residential Application Energy Forms - Mechanical Purpose of Mechanical Permits
National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party A: This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your application for either the National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party. Print out the packet listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party Submittal Packet
Plumbing Permit A: A permit that allows for the installation of plumbing systems and individual fixtures, such as toilets, sinks and backflow/cross-connection devices. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. We are now accepting plumbing applications by fax or email. Complete the PDF Application Fill-in Form and save a copy. Print and fax to (206) 801-2788 or attach to an email and send to PCD@shorelinewa.gov. Applications are usually processed the following day. We will contact you by phone for credit card payment. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Plumbing Application
Pre-Application Meeting Application A: This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Pre-Application Checklist Pre-Application Information Application Neighborhood Meeting Development Handout
Property Tax Exemption (PTE) Application A: For more information about the PTE Program, including Frequently Asked Questions, please visit the Economic Development PTE Program page. Download: Conditional Certificate of Property Tax Exemption Application Extension of Conditional Certificate of Property Tax Exemption Application Final Certificate of Property Tax Exemption Application
Residential Building Permit A: Single-Family - A permit to allow the the construction, addition or remodel of a single-family home. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Residential Building Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form WA State Energy and Ventilation Residential Submittal Form Duct Leakage Test Affidavit Residential Dimensional Requirements - SMC 20.50 excerpts Building Coverage & Hardscape Calculation Worksheet Surface Water Assessment Worksheet Small Impact Project Technical Guidance Pamphlet Medium Impact Project Technical Guidance Pamphlet Tree Retention Calculation Worksheet Multi-Family - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of two or more dwelling units. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Commercial/Multi-Family Building Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Envelope Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Lighting Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Metering Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Mechanical Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Forms online click here
Retaining Wall/Rockery A: A permit to allow the construction of a retaining wall over four feet in height as measured from the bottom of the footprint to the top of the wall, unless supporting adjacent structures or roadways. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Retaining Wall and Rockery Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Rezone of Property and Zoning Map Change A: A mechanism to change a zoning classification, or to establish specific development conditions through a concomitant agreement applicable to the property. (SMC 20.30.320) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Rezone of Property and Zoning Map Change Submittal Checklist Rezone of Property and Zoning Map Change Criteria Sheet Application Form
Right-of-Way A: A class of permit issued by the City prior to any construction, use, or activity performed at a specific location in the City's public right-of-way. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Right-of-Way Permit Submittal Checklist Right-of-Way Application Right-of-Way Fax Notice Right-of-Way Development Handout Public Liability Insurance Development Handout
Right-of-Way Site A: A right-of-way site permit is required for the construction or placement of privately owned structures or other private use of the right-of-way. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Right-of-Way Site Permit Submittal Checklist Right-of-Way Site Application Right-of-Way Fax Notice Public Liability Insurance Development Handout
Right-of-Way Special Event A: A permit to allow the use of the public right-of-way for special events such as, a large street party hosted once a year for a recognized nieghborhood association; or a street parade hosted by the school district. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Right-of-Way Special Event Permit Submittal Checklist Right-of-Way Special Event Sample Map Right-of-Way Special Event Fee Reduction or Waiver Right-of-Way Special Event Agency Notification Right-of-Way Special Event Road Closure Code 1.15.130 Right-of-Way Special Event Letter to City Right-of-Way Application Public Liability Insurance Development Handout
Right-of-Way Tree Planting/Removal/Maintenance of Street Trees A: A class of permit issued by the City prior to any construction, use, or activity performed at a specific location in the City's public right-of-way. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Right-of-Way Tree Planting/Removal/Maintenance of Street Trees Checklist Right-of-Way Tree Planting/Removal/Maintenance of Street Trees Application
SEPA - State Environmental Policy Act A: This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: • SEPA Application Form
Shoreline Exemption Permit A: A mechanism allowing exception to the Shoreline Management Program regulation if the Director determines a development meets exemption requirements. Shorelines Actions as defined in SMC 16.10, which adopted King County Shoreline Management Program (KCC 15.12) by reference. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Shoreline Exemption Submittal Checklist Shoreline Exemption Application
Shorelines Actions A: Substantial Development Permit: A permit allowing substantial development (as defined in RCW 90.58.030(3)(e)) to be undertaken with a designated shoreline environment. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form Shorelines Variance: An adjustment in the application of the regulations of the adopted Shoreline Management Master Program. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Application Form Shorelines Conditional Use Permit: A permit allowing a use specifically designated as a shoreline conditional use in the Shoreline Management Master Program. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Application Form Shorelines Actions are defined in SMC 16.10, which adopted King County Shoreline Management Program (KCC 15.12) by reference.
Short Subdivision - Final A: A surveyed site plan of an approved short subdivision recorded with King County (SMC 20.30.450) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Short Subdivision Final Submittal Checklist Application Form
Short Subdivision - Preliminary A: The division of land into four or fewer lots (SMC 20.30.410) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Short Subdivision Preliminary Submittal Checklist Application Form
Sign Permit A: A permit for any structure visible to the public using graphics, symbols, or written copy for the purpose of advertising or identifying an establishment, organization, or residential development. (SMC 20.50.530 - 20.50.610) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Sign Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form Sign Development Handout
Site Development Permit A: Engineering plans for improvements required as a condition of preliminary approval of a subdivision. (SMC 20.30.430) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Site Development Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Special Use Permit A: A permit allowing a regional land use, not specifically allowed by the zoning, to locate on a particular property, subject to conditions that ensures compatibility with adjacent land and benefit to the community. (SMC 20.30.330) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Special Use Permit Submittal Checklist Special Use Permit Criteria Sheet Application Form
Street Vacation A: A mechanism by which the City may, by legislative action, vacate a public street or alley. This application requires you to have a preapplication meeting with the City and a neighborhood meeting prior to the submittal of an application. Please contact (206) 801-2500 to be assigned a project manager to assist you through this process. (SMC 20.40.53) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Street Vacation Petition Submittal Checklist Street Vacation Criteria Sheet Street Vacation Application
Subdivision Final A: A surveyed site plan of an approved subdivision recorded with King County (SMC 20.30.450) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Subdivision Final Submittal Checklist Application
Subdivision Preliminary A: The division of land into four or morer lots. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Subdivision Preliminary Submittal Checklist Application
Temporary Use Permit A: A mechanism by which the City may permit a use to locate within the City of an interim basis, without requiring full compliance with the Development Code standards, or permit a seasonal or transient use not otherwise permitted. (SMC 20.40.100, SMC 20.40.540) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Temporary Use Permit Submittal Checklist Temporary Use Criteria Sheet Application Form
Tenant Improvement A: Permit required for the completion, remodel, or alteration and occupancy of a non-residential space within an existing building. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Tenant Improvements or Shell Modification Submittal Checklist Application Form Nonresidenital Energy Code Compliance Form - Envelope Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Lighting Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Metering Summary Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Form - Mechanical Summary
Tree Removal Checklist A: Tree Removal This permit is used only for removal of trees that exceed the partial exemption under 20.50.310.B and that are outside of Critical Areas and their buffers, and with no land grading or clearing involved. For more information on exemptions from the permit requirement, see the tree Removal Development Handout. For projects that involve land grading or if the project is in or near a critical area such as a stream, wetland or slope, please refer to the Clearing and Grading checklist. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Tree Removal Checklist Application Form Tree Retention Calculation Worksheet
Wireless Telecommunications Facility (WTF) A: An unstaffed facility for the transmission and reception of radio or microwave signals used for commercial communications, such as cellular phone, personal communication, or other mobile radio services. (SMC 20.40.600) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Wireless Telecommunication Permit Submittal Checklist Application Form
Zoning Variance A: A mechanism by which the City may grant relief from Development Code regulations and standards where practical difficulty renders compliance with the Code an unnecessary hardship. (SMC 20.30.310) This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500. Download: Zoning Variance Submittal Checklist Zoning Variance Criteria Sheet Application Form

Accessory Dwelling Unit

Permit to allow an additional complete dwelling unit accessory to the primary residence on the same premises, subject to supplemental use criteria. (SMC 20.40.210, SMC 20.40.120)

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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Administrative Design Review

Administrative Design Review - SMC 20.30.297 is generally required for development in MUZ zones - SMC 20.50.021, Ridgecrest Planned Area - SMC 20.90, Town Center District – SMC 20.92, and Aldercrest Planned Area - SMC 20.93.

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community at (206) 801-2500.

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Adult Family Home

A permit is required for adult family homes that are licensed by the State of Washington Department of Social and Health Services. The City inspects to ensure that the residence meets life safety or building code requirements.

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Bed & Breakfast or Boarding House

A permit for an accessory use to the permanent residence as defined in the Development Code. Bed and breakfasts, rooming and boarding houses, and similar facilities that provide temporary overnight accommodations for compensation require a home occupation permit. (SMC 20.40.250, SMC 20.40.260)

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Binding Site Plan

A process used for land division for commercial, industrial, and condominium-type developments. (SMC 20.30.480)

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Building Relocation

A permit to allow the relocation of existing buildings after an inspection to determine structural integrity.

Clearing and Grading

A permit required for tree cutting, land clearing, grading activities, or construction of storm drainage facilities, when such activities are not apart of another permit and are over specified thresholds. (SMC 20.50.290 - 20.50.370)

Code Interpretation

A request for an official Code Interpretation to be submitted for review (SMC 20.10.050, SMC 20.10.060, SMC 20.30.020)

Commercial/Multi-Family Building Permit

Commercial - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of a non-residential builidng.

Multi-Family Residential - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of two or more dwelling units.

Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Forms online click here

Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Modification of the text of maps of the Comprehensive Plan usually done through an annual review. (SMC 20.30.340)

General

General Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application

Site Specific

Conditional Use Permit

A permit allowing a permitted use to locate on a particular property, subject to conditions that ensures compatibility with nearby land uses. (SMC 20.30.300)

Critical Areas Reasonable Use Approval

A mechanism to allow development and use of private property when the strict application of the critical areas standards would deny all reasonable use of a property, subject to specific criteria. (SMC 20.30.336)

Critical Areas Special Use Permit

A mechanism to allow development by a public agency or utility when the strict application of the critical areas standards would unreasonably prohibit the provision of public services, subject to specific criterial. (SMC 20.30.333)

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Demolition

A permit to allow the demolition of any structure that would require a building permit.

Development Code Amendment

An amendment to the Development Code is a mechanism by which the City may bring its land use and development regulations into conformity with the Comprehensive Plan or respond to changing conditions or needs of the City. (SMC 20.30.350)

Development Code Amendment Request Form

Deviation from Engineering Standards

A mechanism allowing the City to grant an adjustment of engineering standards when due to unique circumstances strict implementation of the standards would result in an unnecessary hardship. (SMC 20.30.29).

Electrical Permit

A permit to allow installation, alteration, and renovations to electrical systems.

Fire Alarm

A permit to allow the installation of a fire alarm system.

Fire Sprinkler

A permit to allow installation of a fire sprinkler system.

Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA)

Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Application (JARPA) Form - Use the link to apply for the JARPA - JARPA

Kitchen Hoods Fire Suppression System

A permit to allow the installation of a kitchen hood fire sppression system.

Lot Line Adjustment inlcuding Lot Merger

A minor reorientation of a lot line between existing lots which results in no more lots than existed before the lot line adjustment. (SMC 20.30.400)

Master Development Plan

A permit required to establish site specific development standards for Campus zoned properties or Essential Public Facilities subject to specific criteria (SMC 20.30.353). Master Development Plans incorporate proposed development, redevelopment and/or expansion of uses as authorized in SMC 20.40.150.

Mechanical

A permit to allow the installation of mechanical systems, such as heating and air conditioning.

We are now accepting mechanical applications by fax or email. Complete the PDF Application Fill-in Form and save a copy. Print and fax to (206) 801-2788 or attach to an email and send to PCD@shorelinewa.gov. Applications are usually processed the following day. We will contact you by phone for credit card payment.

For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your application for either the National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party. Print out the packet listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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National Night Out/Neighborhood Block Party Submittal Packet

Plumbing Permit

A permit that allows for the installation of plumbing systems and individual fixtures, such as toilets, sinks and backflow/cross-connection devices.

We are now accepting plumbing applications by fax or email. Complete the PDF Application Fill-in Form and save a copy. Print and fax to (206) 801-2788 or attach to an email and send to PCD@shorelinewa.gov. Applications are usually processed the following day. We will contact you by phone for credit card payment.

For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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Plumbing Application

Pre-Application Meeting Application

Property Tax Exemption (PTE) Application

For more information about the PTE Program, including Frequently Asked Questions, please visit the Economic Development PTE Program page.

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Residential Building Permit

Single-Family - A permit to allow the the construction, addition or remodel of a single-family home.

Multi-Family - A permit to allow the construction and occupancy of two or more dwelling units.

Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance Forms online click here

Retaining Wall/Rockery

A permit to allow the construction of a retaining wall over four feet in height as measured from the bottom of the footprint to the top of the wall, unless supporting adjacent structures or roadways.

Rezone of Property and Zoning Map Change

A mechanism to change a zoning classification, or to establish specific development conditions through a concomitant agreement applicable to the property. (SMC 20.30.320)

Right-of-Way

A class of permit issued by the City prior to any construction, use, or activity performed at a specific location in the City's public right-of-way.

Right-of-Way Site

A right-of-way site permit is required for the construction or placement of privately owned structures or other private use of the right-of-way.

Right-of-Way Special Event

A permit to allow the use of the public right-of-way for special events such as, a large street party hosted once a year for a recognized nieghborhood association; or a street parade hosted by the school district.

Right-of-Way Tree Planting/Removal/Maintenance of Street Trees

A class of permit issued by the City prior to any construction, use, or activity performed at a specific location in the City's public right-of-way.

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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SEPA - State Environmental Policy Act

Shoreline Exemption Permit

A mechanism allowing exception to the Shoreline Management Program regulation if the Director determines a development meets exemption requirements. Shorelines Actions as defined in SMC 16.10, which adopted King County Shoreline Management Program (KCC 15.12) by reference.

Shorelines Actions

Substantial Development Permit: A permit allowing substantial development (as defined in RCW 90.58.030(3)(e)) to be undertaken with a designated shoreline environment.

Shorelines Variance: An adjustment in the application of the regulations of the adopted Shoreline Management Master Program.

Application Form

Shorelines Conditional Use Permit: A permit allowing a use specifically designated as a shoreline conditional use in the Shoreline Management Master Program.

Application Form

Shorelines Actions are defined in SMC 16.10, which adopted King County Shoreline Management Program (KCC 15.12) by reference.

Short Subdivision - Final

A surveyed site plan of an approved short subdivision recorded with King County (SMC 20.30.450)

Short Subdivision - Preliminary

The division of land into four or fewer lots (SMC 20.30.410)

Sign Permit

A permit for any structure visible to the public using graphics, symbols, or written copy for the purpose of advertising or identifying an establishment, organization, or residential development. (SMC 20.50.530 - 20.50.610)

Site Development Permit

Engineering plans for improvements required as a condition of preliminary approval of a subdivision. (SMC 20.30.430)

Special Use Permit

A permit allowing a regional land use, not specifically allowed by the zoning, to locate on a particular property, subject to conditions that ensures compatibility with adjacent land and benefit to the community. (SMC 20.30.330)

Street Vacation

A mechanism by which the City may, by legislative action, vacate a public street or alley. This application requires you to have a preapplication meeting with the City and a neighborhood meeting prior to the submittal of an application. Please contact (206) 801-2500 to be assigned a project manager to assist you through this process. (SMC 20.40.53)

Subdivision Final

A surveyed site plan of an approved subdivision recorded with King County (SMC 20.30.450)

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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Subdivision Preliminary

The division of land into four or morer lots.

This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review. Print out each item in the order listed below and follow the directions on the Submittal Checklist. For more information, please call Shoreline Planning & Community Development at (206) 801-2500.

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Temporary Use Permit

A mechanism by which the City may permit a use to locate within the City of an interim basis, without requiring full compliance with the Development Code standards, or permit a seasonal or transient use not otherwise permitted. (SMC 20.40.100, SMC 20.40.540)

Tenant Improvement

Permit required for the completion, remodel, or alteration and occupancy of a non-residential space within an existing building. This submittal checklist packet provides information requirements for submitting your permit application for review.

Tree Removal Checklist

Tree Removal
This permit is used only for removal of trees that exceed the partial exemption under 20.50.310.B and that are outside of Critical Areas and their buffers, and with no land grading or clearing involved. For more information on exemptions from the permit requirement, see the tree Removal Development Handout. For projects that involve land grading or if the project is in or near a critical area such as a stream, wetland or slope, please refer to the Clearing and Grading checklist.

Wireless Telecommunications Facility (WTF)

An unstaffed facility for the transmission and reception of radio or microwave signals used for commercial communications, such as cellular phone, personal communication, or other mobile radio services. (SMC 20.40.600)

Zoning Variance

A mechanism by which the City may grant relief from Development Code regulations and standards where practical difficulty renders compliance with the Code an unnecessary hardship. (SMC 20.30.310)

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