General Info

The Planning and Development department processes a range of building permits and land use applications. It creates environmental and business plans that support in the development of businesses. The department offers shoreline management and strategic planning services. It provides scheduling and canceling of building permits. The Planning and Building department offers free preliminary project review upon written requests. It specializes in the development and enforcement of the land use policies and regulations. The department deals in commercial and industrial properties, single-family residences, multifamily units, schools, utility industries, churches and day care centers. It additionally offers online building permit applications and forms. The Planning and Building department is owned and operated by city of Renton, Wash.