# Building permits at 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA

15 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 24: Installation of 5 outdoor fire pits in the outdoor entertaining area at Elks Temple. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 22 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of 5 outdoor fire pits in the outdoor entertaining area at Elks Temple. | $5,000 | [MECHC26-0183](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0183/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Grading | Development of gravel walking path and gravel landing with seating that includes firepit tables. | $24,000 | [SDEV25-0410](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV25-0410/) |
| Apr 11, 2019 | Sign | Install six awnings with white letter graphic on each sign face. Includes a 1 white stripe along the top and bottom of the face. Four of the awnings along the West wall windows and entry, one above the South entry, and one above the East entry. | $11,943 | [SIGN19-0031](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SIGN19-0031/) |
| Oct 9, 2018 | Fire systems | Connect to City of Tacoma Water Meter at McMenamins. Install 40 LF of 6 DI Fire Supply, Install 1 EA PIV Valve w Tamper (Tamper installed by Others), install 1 EA FDC with 35 LF of 6 line. | $25,000 | [FIREC18-0278](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC18-0278/) |
| Oct 4, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Provide and install walk-ins with refrigeration equipment and Chiller for Brewery at commercial building. | $270,000 | [MECHC18-0229](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC18-0229/) |
| Aug 28, 2018 | Other | Work order for McMenamins (Being reviewed under SDEV16-0019) | Not listed | [WO16-0021](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/WO16-0021/) |
| Jul 26, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Additional Mechanical Permit to add 3 Fan Coils, 5 Exhaust Fans, 1 Dryer Exhaust Fan, and 2 Split-System Heat Pumps to work in progress at McMenamins. (Tied to building permit 40000156864 and approved under MECHC16-0233.) | $20,000 | [MECHC18-0253](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC18-0253/) |
| Jul 12, 2018 | Fire systems | Hook up Ansul R-102 kitchen fire suppression system | $2,000 | [FIREC18-0179](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC18-0179/) |
| May 4, 2018 | Sign | Installation of 4 single-faced, non-illuminated fascia signs at the McMenamins Elks Temple. | $17,860 | [SIGN18-0047](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SIGN18-0047/) |
| Apr 9, 2018 | Fire systems | Installation of public safety distributed antenna system at this location. | $18,650 | [FIREC18-0066](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC18-0066/) |
| Mar 7, 2018 | Fire systems | Install a low voltage fire alarm system per plan for a new R1 occupancy. | $20,000 | [FIREC18-0040](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC18-0040/) |
| Nov 21, 2017 | Grading | The onsite work consists of minor grading, sidewalk and pedestrian ramp construction, utility connections, grease interceptor installation, roof drain connections, and retaining wall construction (separate building permit also required) | $260,000 | [SDEV16-0019](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV16-0019/) |
| Oct 23, 2017 | Plumbing | Add new plumbing for hotel, restaurant, brewery, entertainment complex - McMenamins | Not listed | [PLMBC16-0264](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC16-0264/) |
| Sep 1, 2017 | Fire systems | Installation of new wet pipe sprinkler system and wet standpipe. | $245,000 | [FIREC17-0198](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC17-0198/) |
| Jul 18, 2017 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Tied to building permit 40000156864 Retrofit HVAC systems from existing elks lodge to new hotel and bar | $1,069,821 | [MECHC16-0233](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC16-0233/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

22 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 | [561 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/561-broadway/) | 120 ft NW | Alteration or repair | New landscape elements added to outdoor dining areas to the "Goat Lot" area of the McMenamins Elks Temple Lodge | $120,000 | [BLDCA26-0133](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0133/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [614 S Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/614-s-baker-st/) | 740 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install heat pump at SFD | $2,500 | [MECHR26-1208](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHR26-1208/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [758 St Helens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/758-st-helens-ave/) | 950 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install ventilation including 2 restroom fans and Supply and exhaust fans for the kitchen at Cove's Cookies. | $16,832 | [MECHC26-0190](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0190/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [705 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/705-dock-st/) | 880 ft E | Grading | Remove an existing marine pump out and replace it with a new pump further down the dock. Will require extending the sewerline. FRC26-0245 (09.14.26): mechanical and plumbing scope | $65,000 | [SDEV25-0382](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/SDEV25-0382/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [721 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/721-fawcett-ave/) | 800 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace one (1) existing rooftop packaged ac unit with like-for-like system in commercial bldg. | $152,250 | [MECHC26-0184](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0184/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [725 St Helens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/725-st-helens-ave/) | 430 ft SW | Plumbing | Voluntary installation of sump pump at Comercial BLDG. | $4,600 | [PLMBC26-0084](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0084/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Fire systems | Relocation/ Addition of sprinkler heads for new wall and ceiling construction | $2,000 | [FIREC26-0080](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0080/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [614 S Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/614-s-baker-st/) | 740 ft W | Plumbing | Re-route hot and cold lines from nearby tankless water heater to new heat pump water heater at SFD. | $4,700 | [PLMBR26-0347](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBR26-0347/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [747 Market St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/747-market-st/) | 790 ft S | Other | Restriping lines and installing road markings throughout the city of tacoma. | Not listed | [NVAR26-0025](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/NVAR26-0025/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacing 1 sink with new | $1,000 | [PLMBC26-0147](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0147/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [625 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/625-commerce-st/) | 270 ft SE | Fire systems | Add, Plug and Relocate 15 Sprinklers to accommodate Tenant Improvement at Old Tacoma City Hall.. Area is protected by an Existing Sprinkler System. RHFP to match existing Sprinkler System pipe sizing and sprinklers. | $4,500 | [FIREC26-0113](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0113/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [625 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/625-commerce-st/) | 270 ft SE | Fire systems | Modify Existing Fire Alarm System on 3rd and 4th Floors at MISC OFFICE SPACE | $4,000 | [FIREC26-0091](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0091/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [708 Market St # 412](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/708-market-st-%23-412/) | 530 ft SW | Plumbing | Rough-in toilet and shower in the guest bathroom. | $4,000 | [PLMBC26-0109](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0109/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Fire systems | Relocate one existing notification devices and remove three notification devices. | $2,200 | [EFIREA26-0018](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/EFIREA26-0018/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Provide a 3 ton split system heat pump, refrigerant pipe, duct, and diffusers at commercial building. | $60,295 | [MECHC26-0045](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0045/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Selective demolition of interior walls, doors, ceilings, and lighting, along with removal of existing mechanical ductwork, plumbing piping, and fire sprinkler piping as required. Envelope work consists of new insulation at the underside of the roof at Level 2. Interior improvements include construct | $258,000 | [BLDCA26-0070](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0070/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [758 St Helens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/758-st-helens-ave/) | 950 ft S | Plumbing | Furnish and install 2 lavatory sinks, 1 water closet, 1 three-compartment sink, 1 hand sink, and 1 prep sink. Reinstall existing water heater, grease interceptor, 1 water closet, and 2 floor sinks at Cove Cookies. Approved - field revision - 09/03/2026 - update to approved drawings | $26,700 | [PLMBC26-0066](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0066/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [625 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/625-commerce-st/) | 270 ft SE | Plumbing | Additional plumbing work needed for additional bathrooms (4th floor) and a breakroom (3rd Floor), MISC OFFICE SPACE - TACOMA Old CITY HALL | $10,000 | [PLMBC26-0070](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0070/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [901 Pacific Ave # 1/2](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/901-pacific-ave-%23-1_2/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Interior Level 2 alteration of an existing 790 SF commercial tenant space for a Group B café/light food service use with accessory retail display and limited seating. Work includes nonstructural partitions, finishes, food-service equipment, lighting, and accessibility improvements. Plumbing and mech | $10,000 | [BLDCA26-0236](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0236/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [610 Tacoma Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/610-tacoma-ave-s/) | 0.24 mi W | Roofing | Strip and re-roof of 610 Tacoma Avenue South | $9,500 | [ESTRIP26-0046](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/ESTRIP26-0046/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [602 Tacoma Ave S](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/602-tacoma-ave-s/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Removing rotting canopy from front of structure. Demo only, no interior or structural work approved. Any damage to existing building requires additional permit. | $2,000 | [BLDCA26-0242](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0242/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [518 S 7th St # 101](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/518-s-7th-st-%23-101/) | 0.20 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Relocation of the gas meter at vintage tacoma LLC commercial | $1,000 | [MECHC26-0073](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0073/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on Broadway with permits, nearest house number first:

- [561 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/561-broadway/): newest permit Aug 4, 2026
- [525 Broadway # 301](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/525-broadway-%23-301/): newest permit Apr 28, 2026
- [505 Broadway # 301](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/505-broadway-%23-301/): newest permit Mar 3, 2026
- [632 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/632-broadway/): newest permit May 22, 2025
- [708 Broadway # 100](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/708-broadway-%23-100/): newest permit Feb 27, 2026
- [405 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/405-broadway/): newest permit Mar 7, 2025
- [728 Broadway # 1b](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/728-broadway-%23-1b/): newest permit Aug 5, 2025
- [732 Broadway # 302](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/732-broadway-%23-302/): newest permit Jun 12, 2025
- [235 Broadway # 300](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/235-broadway-%23-300/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026
- [216 Broadway # 2](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/216-broadway-%23-2/): newest permit Jun 5, 2025

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Map, all 15 permits at this address and 22 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/565-broadway/
