Building Permits in Bellevue, Washington
Part of King County.
We checked Bellevue's own official pages for 2 types of projects (tree removal, demolition). Permits are issued by City of Bellevue. Every rule below links to the page it was taken from, so you can confirm it before you start work. Last verified September 29, 2026.
Verified permit information is available for 2 project types in Bellevue.
Verified Permit Categories
- Tree Removal Permit Depends
- Demolition Permit Yes
Bellevue rules in detail
Tree Removal
- Permit required
- Depends source: bellevuewa.gov
- Conditions
- A landmark tree is generally considered at least 24 inches in diameter (75 inches in circumference) or greater, measured four feet above the existing grade. source: bellevuewa.gov
Demolition
- Permit required
- Yes source: bellevuewa.gov
- Exempt from a permit
- A demolition permit is not required if the structure to be demolished is currently exempt from the requirements for a building permit under Bellevue City Code 23.05.090. source: bellevuewa.gov
Not yet verified
These permit categories do not yet have enough verified information to publish a linked permit page.
- Shed
- Fence
- Deck
- Roof
- Pool
- Patio
- Pergola
- Garage
- Carport
- Solar Panels
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Driveway
- ADU
- Home Addition
- Windows
- Water Heater
Where to apply
City of Bellevue · official website
Washington statewide rules
State defaults apply everywhere in the state; cities and counties may add stricter local rules.
- Issued by
- State Building Code Council source: app.leg.wa.gov
- Building code
- 2021 edition of the International Residential Code source: app.leg.wa.gov
- Local changes allowed
- Limited source: app.leg.wa.gov
ADU
- Conditions
- A city or county must allow at least two accessory dwelling units on lots in urban growth area zoning districts that allow single-family homes. source: app.leg.wa.gov