Legal Resources
Seattle Passes New Restrictions on Commercial Lease Guaranties
On December 12, the Seattle City Council passed Council Bill 120643 which will take effect later this month. The ordinance establishes new restrictions on commercial leases. Continue Reading »
Life of Certain Master Use Permits Extended to Six Years.
As of December 27, 2023, the life of certain Master Use Permits (MUPs) including design review approvals issued between September 2019 and December 31, 2026 are extended to six years. This is an increase from the... Continue Reading »
Seattle Tree Protection Ordinance in Effect
The new tree protection regulations reclassify trees by assigning them to a tier, based on their status as a "heritage tree," their size measured according to diameter at standard height ("DSH"), or other standards... Continue Reading »
Seattle Passes Changes to Industrial Zoning
Seattle's Office of Planning and Community Development passed long-anticipated legislation that changes the City's industrial zones (the "Legislation") and goes into effect on October 23. Continue Reading »
SEPA No Longer Required for Most Housing Projects in Seattle
Starting on July 23, 2023, SEPA review will no longer be required for most housing projects in Seattle, based on a recent state law change. This is applicable to various types of residential and mixed-use... Continue Reading »