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Will your neighborhood survive an earthquake? During Building Safety Month, SDCI is recognizing our earthquake risk unreinforced masonry (URMs) that have been retrofitted. Check out the URM database to find out if your neighborhood URMs are retrofitted. bit.ly/URMdatabase

Mayor Wilson proclaimed Building Safety Month, renewing Seattle’s commitment to resilient buildings, advancing the unreinforced masonry program, and honoring the experts who keep our city safe. Learn how SDCI is leading this work: bit.ly/3HtNu7k

🚨Free landlord workshop! 📅Thu, May 27 📍Seattle City Hall ⏰10 AM–12:30 PM Learn about habitability, registration, move‑in costs, repairs, notices, just cause, and more! Register: bit.ly/SDCIStayConnec… →select “Renting in Seattle Landlord Update.” Registration is required.

It’s Building Safety Month! Building safety touches every part of life in Seattle. This year’s themes spotlight safer homes🏠the pros who keep buildings safe👷community preparedness🛡️and accessible design🌎 Learn more here: bit.ly/36v7ojm

Seattle is going all‑in for the World Cup. Pioneer Square will go pedestrian‑only on match days near Lumen Field. 📊 750K visitors 👥 100K per match 🚶‍♀️ Goal: 80% arriving car‑free Plan ahead + see SDOT’s map: bit.ly/3QK29TJ

We had so much fun chatting about ADUs and DADUs at the Wally Home Fair event! Thanks to everyone who participated and came with great questions. Learn more about ADUs and DADUs on our site: bit.ly/4ubvHYE

Every day is Earth Day at SDCI 🌎 ⚡ All-electric, high-efficiency buildings 🌱 Ultra-sustainable design 💡 Climate-friendly innovation 💧 Protecting wetlands & natural areas Building a more climate-resilient, equitable city—every day.

We'll be at the Woman in Trades Event! Come stop by to learn about the woman at SDCI who help ensure safe construction in Seattle! May 1, 2026, 9 AM to 2 PM Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center Learn more here - bit.ly/3wfuS8P Trades Fair | Washington Women in Trades

Ever wondered how loud is too loud? 📢👂 Thanks to Seattle’s noise inspectors, Seattle's sound is kept in check. From measuring decibels to reducing noise, they make sure things don’t get out of hand. You can trust our noise inspectors - they give sound advice 😉

SDCI Is joining Wally home fair come chat with staff about the process of adding an accessory dwelling unit (D/ADU) to your property. April 24, 2026, 10 AM to 3:30 PM Wallingford Center 1815 N 45th St., Seattle Learn more here: bit.ly/4mgJR7W

Seattle is growing “up and in,” not out, adding housing within existing neighborhoods instead of sprawling. A new piece from Sightline Institute shows how this approach could be a model for cities nationwide. Read more: bit.ly/3PUWuJY

Huge shoutout to our electrical team for restoring critical hospital operations at Swedish in record time. ⚡🔌 Swedish called their dedication to the community and work “truly remarkable” and “very impressive.” Way to make a difference, team! 💡

“Seattle’s New Official Millennial All-Gray Paint Palette” We’re excited to announce Seattle’s new exterior paint palette, focused entirely around Millennial Gray. All buildings will be required to comply by April 1 ;-) Ensuring neighborhood consistency—one gray at a time.

Spring is here and everything is growing fast! ☀️ Property owners are responsible for keeping vegetation under control and public spaces clear. Keep your neighborhood safe, accessible, and looking its best! 🌱 Read the weed and vegetation code here: bit.ly/4teVlew

Want to shape Seattle’s future? 🌆 If you’re 18–29, join Get Engaged to serve on a City board or commission—no experience needed! ✔️1-yr term ✔️Voting member ✔️Impact City policy ✔️Training & support 🗓️Apply by Apr 24: bit.ly/486Stbt

Big news! SDCI’s Pre-Submittal Conference & Paid Coaching applications move to the Seattle Services Portal on March 26. To apply: My Records → select project → Make Changes → choose service. Learn more: bit.ly/4sQLZW5 Questions? SCI_ASC_Support@seattle.gov

Have you used our main permitting page on our website? It's the jumping off point for anything permit related. Let us know what’s working there — and what's not. Take our short survey to help SDCI serve you better. Survey: bit.ly/4bhbVoa

The Food Safety Program is now using a new system for food business permits called the Public Health Permit Center. King County is offering free virtual trainings to help you create your account and get started. Learn more and register at kingcounty.gov/foodpermit

25 years since the Nisqually earthquake, experts in science, engineering, & emergency management gathered to reflect on lessons learned & how our region is preparing for future earthquakes. Watch via Seattle Channel: bit.ly/4lnic50 Read more: bit.ly/4cDCDsa

We just updated our site with Boiler & Pressure Vessel FAQs 🔧 Here are a few of our favorite questions—scroll to see. Learn more: bit.ly/4csBpjj Still have a boiler question? Email sci_boiler@seattle.gov