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Summary: This Tip will help elevator companies and general contractors complete the terms required to secure a
temporary use permit. All elevator companies and general contractors must have a temporary use permit to
operate elevators while performing work in the City of Seattle. This Tip lists the items that must be completed
prior to inspection and approval.
Date Revised: 04/17/2018
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