As of March 26, 2020, Burien’s Permit Center is closed for permit applications and issuance, except to serve those functions that are consistent with Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order. Inspections will also only be performed for those functions that are consistent with the governor's order. The City of Burien is complying with the order by responding to questions online or by phone between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day. Applications for certain permits may be conducted online, as described below.
Contact the Building Division at permittech@burienwa.gov or (206) 241-4647.
Contact the Planning Division at planning@burienwa.gov or (206) 241-4647.
Contact Public Works at publicworks@burienwa.gov or (206) 241-4647.
Online Resources for Permits
Right-of-Way permit applications may be submitted via email at rowpermits@burienwa.gov.
Use MyBuildingPermit.com for the following permits:
- Building permits for new single family or commercial structures (including multifamily residential structures)
- Commercial Tenant Improvement permits
- Demolition—commercial and residential
- Re-roof permits—commercial and residential
- Mechanical permits
- Plumbing permits
- Electrical permits
The Permit Center is responsible for overseeing and managing permit intake, review, tracking and issuing a wide array of Land Use, Building and Construction Permits ranging from simple same day permits to complex development projects.
The type of permit you need to execute your project will depend on what type of project you are working on. The Permit Center has staff from Planning, Building, and Public Works available to answer questions and guide you through the application process.
Our purpose is to streamline the permit process for businesses, developers and residents, as well as preserve and enhance the quality of the natural and built environment, contributing to Burien's quality of life.