Divisions

There are five separate review disciplines contributing to the plan review process in the Community Development and Planning Department.  Many permit and development applications require review by multiple review disciplines, prior to approval. The disciplines are:

  • Building
  • Land Use and Planning
  • Stormwater and Utilities
  • City Arborist
  • Fire Marshal

The Permit Services Team handles customer service and permit intake, routing, and issuance functions.  Contact us at epermit.tech@mercerisland.gov or (206) 275-7605 with questions.

Plan review Building

The Building Team consists of the Building Official, Building Plans Examiners and Building Inspectors reviewing construction projects for compliance with adopted building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy and accessibility codes. Our experienced staff includes licenses, degrees, and certifications in engineering, architecture, electrical journeyman, building, mechanical, and plumbing fields.

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zoning map Land Use and Planning

Our Land Use Planning Team processes all land use and development applications consistent with adopted planning and development regulations. Seventy percent of the team's work is the analysis and issuance of zoning decisions, short plats, shoreline permits, variances, deviations and major design reviews within the guidelines of the Unified Land Development Code.

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Crews work in trench Stormwater and Utilities

Our Engineering Team consists of Development Review Engineers who review development applications for private stormwater and utility improvements.  

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tree canopy City Arborist

City Arborist reviews private development and tree removal applications with an eye for tree protection and retention per the requirements of the City Code.   Public Works and Parks staff manage trees on public property. 

 

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fire station Fire Permits and Fire Prevention Information

The Fire Marshal's Office provides plan review for Commercial, Residential, and Special Projects.  Mercer Island is a unique and motivated community that considers fire prevention a priority  Maintaining a progressive, motivated, and educated team is our priority and commitment to the community and its residents.

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