# Building permits at 1606 4th Ave W, Seattle, WA

1944 4th Ave W: demolition and a new building, both permitted May 30.

One permit on record here. The newest, Sep 10, 2025: Demolish existing single family dwelling subject-to-field-inspection (STFI). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 13 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 0.24 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2025 | Demolition | Demolish existing single family dwelling subject-to-field-inspection (STFI). | $800,000 | [7097166-DM](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7097166-DM/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

13 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [1512 3rd Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1512-3rd-ave-w/) | 490 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Construct substantial alterations for one-family dwelling subject to field inspection [STFI]. | $150,000 | [7163588-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7163588-CN/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [1512 3rd Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1512-3rd-ave-w/) | 490 ft SE | Demolition | Demolish existing East one family dwelling existing foundation to remain per plan. | $250,000 | [7151772-DM](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7151772-DM/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [1416 3rd Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1416-3rd-ave-w/) | 830 ft SE | Roofing | Residential reroof only; no structural changes. Remove existing shingles. No planned plywood but if plywood is needed we will replace with 1/2" CDX. Install Owens Corning Duration Flex shingles. | $16,023 | [7161070-RR](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7161070-RR/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [1609 2nd Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1609-2nd-ave-w/) | 480 ft E | Addition | Construct addition and alterations to existing one family dwelling per plan. | $60,000 | [7141904-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7141904-CN/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [414 W Galer St](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/414-w-galer-st/) | 560 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Construct alterations to one family dwelling subject to field inspection STFI. | $300,000 | [7156697-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7156697-CN/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [107 W Blaine St](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/107-w-blaine-st/) | 810 ft E | Alteration or repair | Construct alterations to add habitable living space at existing unfinished basement for one-family dwelling subject to field inspection [STFI]. | $45,000 | [7148819-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7148819-CN/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [1628 7th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1628-7th-ave-w/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Construct interior alterations for existing one family dwelling per STFI. | $40,000 | [7165347-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7165347-CN/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1411 1st Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1411-1st-ave-w/) | 0.23 mi SE | Roofing | 2026 Re-roof St Anne Church | $200,000 | [7159012-RR](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7159012-RR/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1629 Queen Anne Ave N](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1629-queen-anne-ave-n/) | 0.22 mi E | Roofing | Washington Weather Shield will install a new fully adhered GAF 60mil white TPO roofing system over the existing roof. The purpose of this project is to restore the roof's waterproofing integrity improve drainage and ensure long-term performance and energy efficiency. All work will be completed in ac | $46,650 | [7146423-RR](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7146423-RR/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [1944 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1944-4th-ave-w/) | 0.24 mi N | Demolition | [Establish use as vacant lot per land use code]. Demolish one-family dwelling & detached garage subject to field inspection (STFI) | Not listed | [7135489-DM](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7135489-DM/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [1946 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1946-4th-ave-w/) | 0.24 mi N | New building | Construct new one-family dwelling per plan. (Establish use as single family residence with attached and detached accessory dwelling units per land use code. Construct substantial alterations and additions to existing one-family dwelling to create a two-family dwelling and construct one-family dwelli | $136,533 | [6978363-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/6978363-CN/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [1944 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1944-4th-ave-w/) | 0.24 mi N | New building | Construct new two-family dwelling on existing basement foundations per plan. (Establish use as single family residence with attached and detached accessory dwelling units per land use code. Construct new two-family dwelling on existing basement and construct one-family dwelling per plan. Review and  | $747,072 | [6909798-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/6909798-CN/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [1924 3rd Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1924-3rd-ave-w/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Construct front porch alterations to existing one-family dwelling subject-to-field inspection (STFI). | $8,000 | [7142449-CN](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/permit/7142449-CN/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

Hearings are public: you can comment or attend. Dates can move; check the city's page before you go.

| Status | Hearing | Address | Distance | Request | Case | City's words | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|  |  | 1919 2nd Ave W | 0.21 mi NE | Land Use Application to subdivide one development site into four unit lots | [3043174-LU](https://services.seattle.gov/portal/customize/LinkToRecord.aspx?altId=3043174-LU) | "Published" | 2026-03-02 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on 4th Ave W with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1620 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1620-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Jun 3, 2025
- [1408 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1408-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Jan 30, 2025
- [1911 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1911-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026
- [1925 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1925-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Jan 30, 2026
- [1944 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1944-4th-ave-w/): newest permit May 30, 2026
- [1946 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1946-4th-ave-w/): newest permit May 30, 2026
- [1208 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1208-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Dec 19, 2024
- [2107 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/2107-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026
- [2134 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/2134-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Jun 12, 2025
- [2506 4th Ave W](https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/2506-4th-ave-w/): newest permit Feb 13, 2026

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Source: Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections permit data (https://cos-data.seattle.gov/d/76t5-zqzr), City of Seattle. Checked 2026-10-09 13:23 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Zoning requests come from the Seattle land use permits (https://cos-data.seattle.gov/d/ht3q-kdvx), City of Seattle. We read it Oct 9, 13:18 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 13 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/seattle/address/1606-4th-ave-w/
