# Building permits at 1701 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.1M project at 1801 Dock St, permitted May 13. Three permits on record here. The newest, May 27: Remove existing thermoplastic "KEEP CLEAR" pavement markings and install new "KEEP CLEAR" pavement markings. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits (13 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | May 27, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Remove existing thermoplastic "KEEP CLEAR" pavement markings and install new "KEEP CLEAR" pavement markings at 17th and Pacific Ave, remove four (4) existing yellow delineators and replace with four (4) new white delineators. i. NOTE: Match existing pavement marking layout. ii. NOTE: Match existing | Not listed | [NVAR26-0019](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/NVAR26-0019/) | | Jan 13, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Remove (2) existing rooftop package units and (1) ductless cassette split system. Furnish and install: (2) Rooftop Units / (1) Cassette Style Split System Heat Pump and Thermostat. | $48,995 | [MECHC25-0305](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC25-0305/) | | Jul 1, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) df non-illuminated freestanding sign at uw tacoma. | $4,500 | [SIGN19-0045](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SIGN19-0045/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 14 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 4, 2026 | [1551 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1551-broadway/) | 240 ft NW | Sign | Install one (1) custom double side non-illuminated blade sign to the corner of the building. | $8,650 | [SIGN26-0053](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SIGN26-0053/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2026 | [1900 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1900-commerce-st/) | 800 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Addition of a 4.5 ton split ac unit. Reference building permit# bldca26-0044. Floor: level 1 | $20,000 | [MECHC26-0225](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0225/) | | Oct 5, 2026 | [1530 Pacific Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1530-pacific-ave/) | 730 ft N | Sign | Erect 1 DF Non-Illuminated Projecting Hanging Blade Sign for Thelma's Lounge. | $1,500 | [SIGN26-0065](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SIGN26-0065/) | | Oct 2, 2026 | [1721 Jefferson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1721-jefferson-ave/) | 390 ft S | Fire systems | Modification to existing fire alarm system for tenant improvements. Removal of (2) devices, re-installation of (1) device, and installation of (1) new device on Level 1 at UW Tacoma Dougan Bldg. This is a joint venture between Johnson Controls and Valley Electric. | $10,000 | [FIREC26-0194](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0194/) | | Aug 25, 2026 | [1721 Jefferson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1721-jefferson-ave/) | 390 ft S | Fire systems | Modification to existing fire alarm system for tenant improvements. Installation of (2) new notification devices on L1. This is a joint venture between Johnson Controls Fire Protection (JOHNSCP831PR) and Valley Electric. | $7,235 | [EFIREA26-0029](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/EFIREA26-0029/) | | Sep 29, 2026 | [1423 Pacific Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1423-pacific-ave/) | 960 ft N | Fire systems | Low voltage installation of ERCES/DAS with inbuilding antenna installation the Basement Tower Parking up to the Level 2 Annex. | $44,207 | [FIREC26-0150](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0150/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [1801 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1801-dock-st/) | 980 ft E | Fire systems | Building fire alarm tenant improvement. Replace (2) MXLV Siemens Control Panels with (2) new Cerberus Pro Modular Voice Control panels. Install (6) new speaker strobes and (1) strobe. Reuse existing fire alarm wiring except on new devices as indicated on the plans. Existing SLC and NAC devices remai | $15,118 | [FIREC26-0179](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0179/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [1740 Pacific Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1740-pacific-ave/) | 490 ft S | Plumbing | remove and replace 1 comp prep sink to 2 comp prep sink with splash guard. | $5,000 | [PLMBC26-0179](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0179/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [1703 Dock St # A](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1703-dock-st-%23-a/) | 810 ft E | Plumbing | Relocate kitchen sink, dish washer, and indirect drain. | $7,000 | [PLMBC26-0141](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0141/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [1701 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1701-dock-st/) | 950 ft E | Fire systems | Removing 2 fire alarm horn/strobes in office space. | $1,000 | [EFIREA26-0024](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/EFIREA26-0024/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [1717 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1717-fawcett-ave/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removing the current TPO/PVC material. Perform a full re-sheeting of the decking in the amount of 32 sheets with new 1/2" cdx plywood for the garage only. Install new PVC 60 mil. | $16,576 | [BLDCA26-0153](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0153/) | | May 13, 2026 | [1801 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1801-dock-st/) | 980 ft E | Plumbing | Provide and install new sinks, eye wash stations, water heaters, sump pumps, solids interceptor, & associated pipes & accessories per plan. Plans reviewed and approved under building permit bldca25-0331. | $35,786 | [PLMBC26-0105](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0105/) | | May 13, 2026 | [1801 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1801-dock-st/) | 980 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Level 1: provide & install (1) new doas system, heat pump split systems, electric unit heaters, exhaust fans, duct & pipe per plan; level 2: ductwork modifications, humidifier per plan; level 3: replace (E) chilled water pumps & existing humidifier generators per plan; level 4: replace (E) air-coole | $2,074,042 | [MECHC26-0095](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0095/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jul 30, 2026 | [1515 Dock St # 909](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1515-dock-st-%23-909/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Move clothes washer box over one foot for a new stacked washer/dryer combo. Extend 3/4' gas line 6" for the new Wolf range that will be installed in Multifamily Condo Unit. | $2,500 | [PLMBC26-0086](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0086/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Tacoma yet. Look them up on the city's Hearing Examiner page: https://tacoma.gov/government/departments/hearing-examiners-office/ ## More on this street Other addresses on Commerce St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1515 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1515-commerce-st/): newest permit Sep 29, 2025 - [1900 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1900-commerce-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2026 - [2122 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/2122-commerce-st/): newest permit May 1, 2026 - [1137 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1137-commerce-st/): newest permit May 27, 2026 - [1114 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1114-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 21, 2025 - [1102 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1102-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 7, 2025 - [2310 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/2310-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 12, 2025 - [625 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/625-commerce-st/): newest permit Jun 30, 2026 --- Source: Tacoma Planning and Development Services permit data (https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=a12d6fbf58e4434b8ff5070c09646f19). 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