Rules that interpret Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Ch. 22.450) |
DR # |
Name |
4-2020 |
Exemptions from Installation permits |
5-2020 |
Emergency Shutdown Switch |
Rules that interpret Building Code (Ch 22.100) |
DR # |
Name |
6-2023 |
A Method for the Seismic Improvement of Unreinforced Masonry (URM) Buildings |
7-2021 |
Alternate Design Requirements for lateral force-resisting systems in buildings between 160 and 185 feet in height |
8-2021 |
Alternate Design Requirements for Use of Special Reinforced Concrete Shear Walls in Over Height Buildings |
15-2021 |
Seismic Evaluation Report Requirements for Buildings Undergoing Substantial Alterations |
9-2018 |
Clarification and corrections to energy modeling procedures of the 2015 Seattle Energy Code |
2-2017 |
Alternate for the use of lateral force-resisting systems in buildings between 160 and 185 feet in height |
9-2017 |
Small Efficiency Dwelling Units |
19-2017 |
Partial/phased occupancy, occupancy during construction & temp. c of occupancy |
5-2016 |
General Duties & Responsibilities of Geotechnical Engineers |
6-2016 |
Additional General Duties & Responsibilities of Structural & Geotech Special Inspection Agencies |
15-2015 |
Structural Steel Welder Qualifications |
5-2014 |
Seismic Design Alternative for Elevators |
7-2014 |
Sprinkler Systems & Fire Alarms for Elevator Machinery Rooms, Cpontrol Rooms, Hoistways & Pits |
10-2014 |
Steel fabricators |
11-2014 |
Continuously Approved Concrete Design Mixes: Review Criteria & Procedure |
12-2014 |
Shotcrete for Structural Applications, Including Duties & Responsibilities of Registered Special Inspectors |
13-2014 |
Continuous & Periodic Batch Plant Inspection Procedures |
14-2014 |
Post-tensioned concrete Installation & Special Inspection Requirements |
23-2014 |
Method of Specifying Thickness of Spray-Applied Resistant Material (SFRM) for Structural Steel |
24-2014 |
Field Inspection Procedures for Spray-
Applied Fire Resistant Material (SFRM) |
7-2012 |
Testing of stairway and hoistway pressurization systems in high rise buildings |
4-2009 |
Demolition permits w/ waste diversion plan |
10-2009 |
Small Diameter Pipe Piles (Pin Piles) |
23-2008 |
Criteria for Allowing 6'-4" Ceiling Height in Dwelling Units |
24-2008 |
Determining Level of Repair for Damaged Buildings |
11-2006 |
Augercast Piles: Mix, Inspection, and Reporting Requirements |
24-2005 |
Storage and Use of Hazardous Materials, Including Flammable And Combustible Liquids, in Freight Containers Outside of Buildings |
29-2005 |
Structural Support of Ducts and
Mechanical Equipment
|
30-2005 |
Ventilation Systems in Research and Educational Laboratories (Fume Hoods) |
5-2004 |
Alteration and Repair of Unreinforced Masonry Chimneys |
8-2000 |
Building Identification Plan Requirement for Properties Having More than Two Buildings |
7-99 |
Fire Inspection Procedures for Spray-Applied Fire-Resistive Materials (SFRM) |
23-87 |
General Duties and Responsibilities of Registered Special Inspectors |
Rules that interpret Energy Code (Ch. 22.700) |
DR # |
Name |
9-2018 |
Clarification and corrections to energy modeling procedures of the 2015 Seattle Energy Code |
Rules that interpret Fee Subtitle (Ch. 22.900) |
DR # |
Name |
1-2024 |
Implementation of the Fee Subtitle, Building Valuation Data |
2-2021 |
Implementation of the Fee Subtitle |
1-2018 |
Building Valuation Data |
18-2018 |
Implementation of the Fee Subtitle |
1-2013 |
Implementation of the Fee Subtitle, Building Valuation Data |
3-2011 |
Refund of Development Fees |
20-2005 |
Implementing the Fee Subtitle - Tree and Vegetation Removal |
5-2003 |
Statement of Financial Responsibility for Payment of Fees |
7-91 |
Setting Fees to Recover City Costs for Review of Projects Subject to Northgate Area Interim Traffic Standards |
13-91 |
Mobile Home Park Resident Assistance Ordinance Relocation Report and Plan: Procedures, Definitions and Implementation |
Rules that interpret Floodplain Development (Ch. 25.06) |
DR # |
Name |
8-89 |
Development Activity Requiring a Permit or License Under the Floodplain Development Ordinance: Exemptions |
Rules that interpret Grading Code (Ch. 22.170) |
DR # |
Name |
5-2016 |
General Duties & Responsibilities of Geotechnical Engineers |
26-2015 |
Grading Season Extension |
8-93 |
Acknowledgement of Risk of Development on Sites with Potentially Hazardous Conditions |
Rules that interpret Housing and Building Maintenance Code (Ch. 22.200) |
DR # |
Name |
9-2021 |
Right to Legal Counsel in Eviction Proceedings (SMC 22.206.195) Reference Language Requirement for Notices Issued Pursuant to SMC 22.206.160.C. |
11-2021 |
Adjustment to the Amount of Relocation Assistance Payment Under the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance |
14-2021 |
RRIO Checklist Update |
15-2019 |
Prohibited Acts by Owners (SMC 22.206.180.K) Reference Language Requirement for Landlord-Tenant Notices |
16-2015 |
Adjustment to the Amount of Emergency Relocation Assistance Under the Housing and Building Maintenance Code |
2-2014 |
RRIO Registration Schedule for Rental Properties with 1-4 units |
17-2013 |
General RRIO Property Registration clarifications |
23-2008 |
Criteria for Allowing 6'-4" Ceiling Height in Dwelling Units |
13-2005 |
Alterations to Doors Opening into Corridors Which Are Not Part of a Stairwell Enclosure |
14-2005 |
Alterations to Doors Opening into a Stairwell Enclosure |
15-2005 |
Alternate Locking Devices for Sliding Patio Doors |
16-2005 |
Reasonably Weathertight, Watertight and Damp-free Building Components |
28-2000 |
Submittal Requirements for a Variance Application under the Housing and Building Maintenance Code |
2-88 |
Standards and Verification Procedures for Extermination Programs Required by the Housing and Building Maintenance Code |
5-88 |
Clarification of the Terms "Waste" and "Nuisance" as a Just Cause for Eviction |
6-88 |
Notification to Tenant for Late Rent as a Just Cause for Eviction |
Rules that interpret Land Use Code (Title 23) |
DR # |
Name |
2-2024 |
City of Seattle Light Rail Design Guidelines |
3-2023 |
Frequent Transit Service Area Map |
9-2022 |
Establishment for the Record of Uses Not Established By Permit |
4-2021 |
Green Building Standard |
5-2021 |
Transportation Management Programs |
6-2020 |
Bicycle Parking Guidelines and Application of Bicycle Parking Development Standards |
9-2020 |
Verification of floating on-water residences and house barges |
10-2020 |
Requirement for a Master Use Permit when there is an establishment, expansion or change of use |
11-2020 |
Standards for Landscaping, including Green Factor |
4-2019 |
Yards, setback, and gross floor area for purposes of Land Use Code Standards |
8-2019 |
Location of Property Lines Used to Determine Required Wall, Projection, and Opening Protection for Properties Using Easements and Other Legal Instruments to Meet Side Yard Standards in Single Family Zones. |
4-2018 |
Requirements for Early Community Outreach for Design Review |
16-2018 |
Graywater Containment and Pumpout Requirements for
Floating on Water Residences (FOWRs)
and House Barges expanding
by more than 120 square feet |
19-2018 |
Determining if two or more development proposals are considered as one for applying State Environmental Policy Act categorical exemptions and Design Review thresholds |
21-2018 |
Marijuana Dispersion Rule |
5-2017 |
Lake to Bay
Street Design Concept Plan
Appendix N to Right-of-Way Improvements Manual*
*The Right-of-Way Improvements Manual is SDOT’s Director’s Rule 07-2012. |
11-2017 |
Installation of Large signs for public notice |
24-2017 |
Timing of Incentive Zoning Developer Contributions for Projects with Approved Phased Construction Permitting |
31-2017 |
Streets Illustrated: Seattle’s Right-of-Way Improvements Manual |
4-2016 |
Noncommercial Speech on Signs |
9-2016 |
Transitional Encampments |
13-2016 |
Floor Area Limit for Religious Facilities in SM-SLU 85-240 Zone |
14-2016 |
Application of Mandatory Housing Affordability for Residential Development (MHA-R) in contract rezones. |
14-2015 |
OFF-PREMISE ADVERTISING SIGNS
(a.k.a. Billboard Signs): RELOCATING SIGNS FROM ALLOWABLE ZONES |
28-2015 |
Local Infrastructure Project Area Boundary |
4-2013 |
Westlake Streetscape Concept Plan w/ Appendix H to Right-of-Way Improvements Manual
Appendix H to Right-of-Way Improvements
Manual*
|
7-2013 |
South Lake Union Street Concept Plans |
8-2013 |
Roosevelt Neighborhood Streetscape Concept Plan |
9-2013 |
Thomas Green Street Concept Plan |
10-2013 |
Denny Way Streetscape Concept Plan |
11-2013 |
10th & 11th Avenue Streetscape Concept Plan |
19-2013 |
Clarifying terms and provisions regarding minor communications utilities (personal wireless facilities) in all zones |
22-2013R |
Rescinding 10-87 & 12-87 |
2-2012 |
West Seattle Triangle Streetscape Concept Plan |
3-2012 |
Character structures that cannot be demolished if incentives allowing additional height and floor size are used on a lot within the Pike/Pine Conservation Overlay District |
4-2012 |
Height Measurement: Calculating average grade level |
8-2012 |
Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Evaluations For Applications Exempt From SEPA Environmental Review |
17-2012 |
Applicability of Street-Level Use Limits in Mapped Areas Per 23.47A.005.C.1.g |
12-2010 |
Maynard Ave S & S Lane St Streetscape Concept Plan |
5-2009 |
Transportation Concurrency Project Review System |
11-2009 |
Queen Anne Ave N Streetscape Concept Plan |
20-2008 |
Pike & Pine Streetscape Conceptual Design |
6-2007 |
Review of Visual Artworks |
7-2007 |
Determination of Residential Setbacks in the Shoreline District |
11-2007 |
Green Streets: Design Guidelines and Review Process |
34-2006 |
Pedestrian Bridges in the Conservancy Waterway Shoreline Environment
|
11-2005 |
Terry Avenue North Street Design Guidelines [see Right of Way Improvements Manual, Section 6.1.8] |
12-2005 |
Clarifying measurement techniques regarding structure height on lots with unusual topographic conditions in all zones, except downtown zones and the shoreline district. |
5-2003 |
Statement of Financial Responsibility for Payment of Fees |
8-2003 |
Use of Mechanical Parking Lifts to provide Required Off-Street Parking |
9-2003 |
Exemptions from Shoreline Program Permit Requirements |
11-2003 |
Seattle Design Guidelines for Link Light Rail, Beacon Hill Station |
9-2002 |
Determination of Certain Multifamily Development Standards on Lots Zoned Partly Single Family and Partly Multifamily |
13-2002 |
Solar Collectors: Eligibility Criteria and System Efficiency Requirements |
15-2002 |
Ballard Street Master Plan [see Right of Way Improvements Manual, section 6.1.8] |
8-2000 |
Building Identification Plan Requirement for Properties Having More than Two Buildings |
9-99 |
Major Institution Master Plans Annual Status Report Requirements |
17-99 |
Verification of Shoreline District Boundary Line |
3-98 |
Minimum Structure Height Requirements in Pioneer Square Historic District Do Not Apply to Elevated Streets, Bridges or Pedestrian Walkways |
11-97 |
Sign Height and Building Facades |
16-97 |
Permit Applications for Properties Subject to Condemnation Proceedings |
25-96 |
Determination of Lot Area When There Is Discrepancy Between Platted and Surveyed Lot Dimensions |
38-96 |
Exemptions from Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Requirements for Contract Purchasers |
40-96 |
Signs Attached to or Located on Stationary Motor Vehicles |
10-95 |
Attached vs. Detached as Applied to Accessory Structures and Accessory Uses |
9-91 |
Application Submittal Requirements for Surplus Highway Property Sold by the State Department of Transportation |
6-90 |
Junk Storage Prohibited as an Accessory Use to Residential Uses |
21-89 |
Parking Requirements for Outdoor Seating Areas for Restaurants |
20-88 |
Property Located Partly Within and Partly Out of the Shoreline District |
9-87 |
Construction of Boats and Repair of Motor Vehicles and Boats in Residential Zones |
36-87 |
Definition of "Next More Intensive Zone" as Used in Land Use Code (Title 23) |
18-86 |
Size of Required Queuing Spaces |
22-86 |
Parking Requirements When There Is a Change of Use in a Portion of an Existing Building |
23-86 |
Parking Requirements for Accessory Uses |
24-86 |
Prorating Common Areas for Parking Requirements |
34-86 |
Substituting Vanpools for Long-Term Unrestricted Parking Stalls |
4-85 |
Height Measurement: Survey Requirements |
6-83 |
Clarification of Pitched Roof Height Allowance |
7-83 |
Determining the Existence of a Dwelling Unit for the Purpose of Code Enforcement |
25-83 |
Religious Symbols and Associated Roof Area |
32-82 |
Small Animals Regulated by the Land Use Code |
41-82 |
Replacement of Portions of Structures Nonconforming as to Lot Coverage |
43-82 |
Defining "Permanent Foundation" |
Rules that interpret Mechanical Code (Ch. 22.400) |
DR # |
Name |
16-2021 |
Commercial kitchen exhaust hood and ducts: Alternative exhaust duct termination locations for small commercial kitchen exhaust systems in taller buildings |
29-2005 |
Structural Support of Ducts and
Mechanical Equipment
|
30-2005 |
Ventilation Systems in Research and Educational Laboratories (Fume Hoods) |
Rules that interpret Noise Ordinance (Ch. 25.08 ) |
DR # |
Name |
12-2011 |
Nighttime Amplified Sound Rules |
3-2009 |
Variances from the Standards of the Noise Control Code, SMC 25.08 |
Rules that interpret Regulations for Environmentally Critical Areas (Ch. 25.09) |
DR # |
Name |
2-2023 |
Update of ECA Liquefaction-Prone Areas Map |
12-2019 |
Update of ECA Mapping for Combined Known Landslide and Steep Slope Erosion Hazard areas |
13-2018 |
Great Blue Heron |
13-2008 |
Requirements for Measuring the Annual High Static Groundwater Level |
14-2008 |
Infiltration Facilities in Peat Settlement-Prone Areas |
3-2007 |
Application Submittal Requirements in Environmentally Critical Areas |
4-2007 |
Permanent Markers Delineating ECAs and Associated Buffer Areas |
19-2006 |
Requirements for Wetland Professionals and Wetland Delineation Reports |
30-2006 |
Update of Wetland Environmentally Critical Areas Mapping |
32-2006 |
Requirements for a Letter of Certification in Environmentally Critical Areas |
15-2001 |
Update of Environmentally Critical Areas Mapping |
5-93 |
Developmental Coverage |
20-90 |
Regulation and Enforcement of Investigative Field Work Performed in Environmentally Sensitive Areas and Shorelines |
Rules that interpret Rental Registration and Inspection Ordinance (Ch. 22.214) |
DR # |
Name |
23-2017 |
RRIO checklist |
3-2015 |
RRIO Inspection Selection Methodology |
2-2014 |
RRIO Registration Schedule for Rental Properties with 1-4 units |
17-2013 |
General RRIO Property Registration clarifications |
Rules that interpret Residential Code (Ch. 22.150) |
DR # |
Name |
8-2019 |
Location of Property Lines Used to Determine Required Wall, Projection, and Opening Protection for Properties Using Easements and Other Legal Instruments to Meet Side Yard Standards in Single Family Zones. |
23-2008 |
Criteria for Allowing 6'-4" Ceiling Height in Dwelling Units |
Rules that interpret SEPA Policies and Procedures (Ch. 25.05) |
DR # |
Name |
9-2023 |
Exemptions from State Environmental Policy
Act (SEPA) Requirements |
13-2021 |
Determination of State Environmental Policy
Act (SEPA) Review Exemption Levels for Infill
Residential and Mixed-Use Development in
Urban Centers and Urban Villages |
19-2018 |
Determining if two or more development proposals are considered as one for applying State Environmental Policy Act categorical exemptions and Design Review thresholds |
11-2017 |
Installation of Large signs for public notice |
20-2005 |
Implementing the Fee Subtitle - Tree and Vegetation Removal |
2-98 |
Clarification of State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Historic Preservation Policy for Potential Archeologically Significant Sites and Requirements for Archeological Assessments |
41-96 |
Selection of Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Consultants |
49-88 |
SEPA Exemption on Split-Zoned Lots |
56-88 |
Exemption of Director's Rules from Compliance with SEPA |
Rules that interpret Side Sewer Code (Ch. 21.16) |
DR # |
Name |
15-2014 |
Yesler Terrace Director's Rule: Allowable Stormwater, Groundwater, and Sewer Release Rates to the Combined Sewer System and Infiltration Zones |
4-2011 |
Requirements for Design & Construction of Side Sewers (Drainage & Wastewater Discharges) |
5-2011 |
Side Sewer Enforcement |
Rules that interpret Stormwater Code (Ch. 22.800) |
DR # |
Name |
3-2021 |
U.W. Stormwater Code Adjustment |
17-2017 |
Stormwater Manual Vols.1-5 |
15-2014 |
Yesler Terrace Director's Rule: Allowable Stormwater, Groundwater, and Sewer Release Rates to the Combined Sewer System and Infiltration Zones |
Rules that interpret Street and Sidewalk Use (Title 15) |
DR # |
Name |
31-2017 |
Streets Illustrated: Seattle’s Right-of-Way Improvements Manual |
4-2013 |
Westlake Streetscape Concept Plan w/ Appendix H to Right-of-Way Improvements Manual
Appendix H to Right-of-Way Improvements
Manual*
|
7-2013 |
South Lake Union Street Concept Plans |
8-2013 |
Roosevelt Neighborhood Streetscape Concept Plan |
9-2013 |
Thomas Green Street Concept Plan |
10-2013 |
Denny Way Streetscape Concept Plan |
11-2013 |
10th & 11th Avenue Streetscape Concept Plan |
5-2010 |
Repeal sidewalk cafe joint rule |
6-2007 |
Review of Visual Artworks |
23-2006 |
Skybridge Permits |
Rules that interpret Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance (Ch. 22.210) |
DR # |
Name |
4-2024 |
Adjustment to the amount of relocation assistance payment (Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance) |
5-2024 |
Adjustment to the Amount of Emergency Relocation Assistance Payment Under the Housing and Building Maintenance Code |
13-2023 |
Treatment of Multiple Rental Rate Options in Calculating Required Rent-Increase Notices Pursuant to SMC 22.212. |
9-2021 |
Right to Legal Counsel in Eviction Proceedings (SMC 22.206.195) Reference Language Requirement for Notices Issued Pursuant to SMC 22.206.160.C. |
16-2020 |
Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance Exemption (SMC 22.210.040.G) Relocation Plan Requirements |
6-2019 |
Adjustment to the Amount of Relocation Assistance Payment Under the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance |
10-2018 |
Adjust Amount Emerg. Reloc Assist Payment Under HBMC |
Rules that interpret Tree Protection (Ch. 25.11) |
DR # |
Name |
7-2024 |
Designation of Tier 2 Trees |
8-2023 |
Payment in lieu of tree replacement pursuant to the Tree Protection Code |
10-2023 |
Administration of the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Tree Service Provider Registry |
12-2023 |
Interpretation and Administration of the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Tree Protection Code: Tree Replacement Requirements |
17-2018 |
Calculating Tree Valuations & Civil penalties for Tree Protection Code Violations |