# Building permits at 1701 E Alexander Ave, Tacoma, WA The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1M project at 1229 E Alexander Ave, permitted Sep 15. 16 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 26, 2025: Install FIRE ALARM Full Alarm System at PETRO INDUSTRIES. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 10 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Nov 26, 2025 | Fire systems | Install FIRE ALARM Full Alarm System at PETRO INDUSTRIES | $4,925 | [FIREC25-0266](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC25-0266/) | | Mar 14, 2024 | Fire systems | Replace the existing fire alarm control panel | $4,562 | [FIREC24-0039](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC24-0039/) | | Sep 3, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Install a new 1000-liter liquid argon tank on a pre-cast concrete foundation and protect with bollards. The tank replaces existing portable cylinders and connects to the existing system for use with analytical equipment. Note: all mechanical and plumbing reviewed or approved under this permit will r | $8,000 | [BLDCA21-0090](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA21-0090/) | | Jul 22, 2019 | Fire systems | Replace the exsting dry pipe sprinkler system in the building starting from the top of the existing dry pipe valve in order to accomodate the fire damage roof repair work being done by the owner. | $16,303 | [FIREC19-0213](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC19-0213/) | | Jan 7, 2019 | Grading | Stericycle Tacoma is covered by the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) Industrial Stormwater General Permit (WAR009977). In 2017, Stericycle triggered a Level 3 Corrective action, which requires treatment BMP improvements. Stericycle submitted an Engineering Report to Ecology on May 15, 2018 | $2,000,000 | [SDEV18-0276](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV18-0276/) | | Dec 19, 2018 | Grading | Project includes site civil work, installation of structural building footings, and placement of a pre-engineered modular that will be certified with an L&I gold tag. | $500,000 | [SDEV18-0149](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV18-0149/) | | Dec 13, 2018 | New building | This project consists of construction of the structural foundation for a 60' wide x 84' long modular office building. The site improvements include storm drainage, asphalt paving overlay and associated grading, sanitary sewer pump station, sanitary force main, and domestic water utilities which are | $318,730 | [BLDCN18-0088](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCN18-0088/) | | Oct 25, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Fire damage repair of steel building (see PRE18-0401). | $170,000 | [BLDCA18-0501](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA18-0501/) | | Oct 26, 2016 | Fire systems | Modify existing fire alarm system for Stericycle TI | $15,000 | [FIREC16-0258](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC16-0258/) | | Oct 13, 2016 | Plumbing | Plumbing fixtures associated with Process area 2 (BLD 40000259640) for Stericycle | $1,000 | [PLMBC16-0241](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC16-0241/) | | Oct 13, 2016 | Plumbing | Plumbing fixtures associated with Lab Pack (BLD 40000259318) for Stericycle | $1,000 | [PLMBC16-0240](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC16-0240/) | | Oct 13, 2016 | Plumbing | Plumbing fixtures associated with Check In Area 3 (BLD 40000259641) for Stericycle | $1,500 | [PLMBC16-0239](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC16-0239/) | | Oct 13, 2016 | Plumbing | Plumbing fixtures associated with BLD40000259319 (Check in Area 2 for Stericycle) | $2,000 | [PLMBC16-0238](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC16-0238/) | | Oct 13, 2016 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Mechanical fixtures associated with Lab Pack (BLD 4-259318) for Stericycle | $10,000 | [MECHC16-0334](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC16-0334/) | | Sep 23, 2016 | Fire systems | DesignInstall new Dry system in new Lab Pack Building. (44) Upright sprinklers. | $47,142 | [FIREC16-0256](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC16-0256/) | | Jul 1, 2016 | Fire systems | Tie on to existing water main onsite and provide fire line within site including hydrants and stubs to new building pads. | $110,000 | [FIREC16-0182](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC16-0182/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 10 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 13, 2026 | [1240 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1240-e-alexander-ave/) | 730 ft SW | Fire systems | Install AES radio to monitor existing FACP | $4,960 | [FIREC26-0122](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0122/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1240 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1240-e-alexander-ave/) | 730 ft SW | Fire systems | Add AES Radio to monitor existing FACP | $4,960 | [FIREC26-0121](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0121/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1240 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1240-e-alexander-ave/) | 730 ft SW | Fire systems | 05460463 - Add AES communicator to monitor existing FACP | $4,960 | [FIREC26-0120](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0120/) | | May 19, 2026 | [3319 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/3319-lincoln-ave/) | 900 ft SE | Fire systems | Install AES Radio for fire monitoring on existing FACP | $500 | [EFIRET26-0019](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/EFIRET26-0019/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 1, 2026 | [1514 Taylor Way](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1514-taylor-way/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Alteration of 2,500 SF office with make-ready improvements, including open office, conference room, break room, private office and restrooms in Port of Tacoma - Commercial Bldg. | $250,000 | [BLDCA26-0285](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0285/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [1229 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1229-e-alexander-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Grading | Offsite improvements associated with SDEV26-0069 (earthwork grading and install crushed surfacing top course throughout entire site to eradicate invasive snail population). Work order includes grading and surfacing at perimeter of site within ROW, and associated storm drainage improvements for drain | $1,000,000 | [WO26-0040](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/WO26-0040/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [1229 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1229-e-alexander-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Grading | Onsite improvements including earthwork grading and installation of crushed surfacing top course throughout entire site to eradicate invasive snail population. Including associated storm drainage improvements for drainage of site to public stormwater system in Alexander Ave. Offsite improvements und | $1,000,000 | [SDEV26-0069](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV26-0069/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [3401 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/3401-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Modify existing air distribution system to best accommodate new tenant improvement floorplan. Replace r/a diffusers with new white diffusers at commercial building. | $100 | [MECHC26-0131](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0131/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [3401 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/3401-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Fire systems | Install new head in Janitors closet from existing wet system at roof. relocate existing heads in open office for new grid layout and plug from closet removal. | $6,246 | [FIREC26-0124](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0124/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [3401 Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/3401-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Interior only TI of existing suite within an existing warehouse building. Includes rough-in/hook-up of (1) residential grade dishwasher in break room. Removing/replacing hot water tank & mop sink in Janitor closet (new/reworking rough-in for hot water tank & mop sink). | $15,025 | [PLMBC26-0131](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0131/) | ## 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 E Alexander Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [1240 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1240-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Aug 13, 2026 - [1229 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1229-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Sep 15, 2026 - [1221 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1221-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit May 21, 2026 - [1220 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1220-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit May 1, 2025 - [1131 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1131-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Jan 23, 2025 - [1001 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1001-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Dec 2, 2025 - [500 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/500-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026 - [401 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/401-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Jun 3, 2026 - [3602 E Alexander Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/3602-e-alexander-ave/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026 --- Source: Tacoma Planning and Development Services permit data (https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=a12d6fbf58e4434b8ff5070c09646f19). 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