# Building permits at 625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA

14 permits on record here. The newest, Jun 30: Add, Plug and Relocate 15 Sprinklers to accommodate Tenant Improvement at Old Tacoma City Hall. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 21 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | 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 | 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/) |
| May 12, 2026 | 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/) |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Additional HVAC work needed on specific units at Old City Hall. | $10,000 | [MECHC26-0066](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC26-0066/) |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Old City Hall - TIs for Units 415-416 Plumbing and Mechanical scopes will require separate permits | $50,000 | [BLDCA26-0100](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA26-0100/) |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Fire systems | Install new fire alarm at misc office space field revision approved 09/25/25 | $60,000 | [FIREC25-0151](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC25-0151/) |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Fire systems | Red Hawk Fire Protection will provide design, fabrication, and installation of Phase 1 for retrofit of the existing Commercial Building. Systems include (1) New Fire Pump Assembly, (1) New Class 1 Manual Wet Combination Standpipe System, and (5) Wet Automatic Sprinkler Systems. RHFP Shall start work | $580,000 | [FIREC24-0223](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC24-0223/) |
| Oct 23, 2023 | Plumbing | Plumbing improvements to Tacoma Old City Hall (related to BLDCA21-0037) Approved Field Revision 01/08/2025 - Drawing updates FIELD REVISION APPROVED 05/14/25 DRAWING UPDATES. | $623,215 | [PLMBC23-0080](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC23-0080/) |
| May 19, 2023 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Mechanical/HVAC design for Tacoma Old City Hall Renovation project (Phase 1). Commercial space only in Phase 1. Revision approved 3/3/25: remove the stairwell pressurization fan | $3,700,000 | [MECHC23-0092](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/MECHC23-0092/) |
| Jan 27, 2022 | Plumbing | Lay down for sewer repair. | Not listed | [NVAR22-0002](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/NVAR22-0002/) |
| Oct 28, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Renovating 74,895SF at Old City Hall into mixed-use commercial and residential (19 units on the 5th floor). Plumbing and Mechanical work will require separate permits 09/13/2022 - APPROVED FRC22-0187 - Structural revisions to foundations 03/11/2025 - Approved FRC25-050 - Addition of structural suppo | $7,949,209 | [BLDCA21-0037](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA21-0037/) |
| Nov 21, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Provide protective netting on clock tower to stabilize cornice, eave and soffits in the event of failure nothing will fall onto the sidewalk below. | $12,000 | [BLDCA19-0488](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA19-0488/) |
| Sep 11, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Relocation of CenturyLink facilities to remove conflicts from the impending Sound Transit project. This work includes vault removal and replacement, duct relocation and restoration. | Not listed | [NVAR18-0051](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/NVAR18-0051/) |
| Jun 10, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Temporary window arch and cornice stabilization | $95,000 | [BLDCA16-0103](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/BLDCA16-0103/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 13 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/) | 910 ft S | 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/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [614 S Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/614-s-baker-st/) | 980 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/) | 860 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 24, 2026 | [565 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/565-broadway/) | 270 ft NW | 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/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [705 Dock St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/705-dock-st/) | 710 ft NE | 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/) | 920 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/) | 500 ft SW | Plumbing | Voluntary installation of sump pump at Comercial BLDG. | $4,600 | [PLMBC26-0084](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0084/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [561 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/561-broadway/) | 370 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/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [565 Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/565-broadway/) | 270 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [614 S Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/614-s-baker-st/) | 980 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/) | 740 ft SW | Other | Restriping lines and installing road markings throughout the city of tacoma. | Not listed | [NVAR26-0025](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/NVAR26-0025/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [708 Market St # 412](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/708-market-st-%23-412/) | 670 ft W | Plumbing | Rough-in toilet and shower in the guest bathroom. | $4,000 | [PLMBC26-0109](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0109/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [758 St Helens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/758-st-helens-ave/) | 860 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/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [909 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/909-a-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Fire systems | Modify existing system to protect tenant improvements to walls and ceilings in Commercial Bldg. | $6,180 | [FIREC26-0197](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0197/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [909 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/909-a-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Fire systems | Modify existing system to protect tenant improvements to walls and ceiling. | $59,682 | [FIREC26-0178](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/FIREC26-0178/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 0.19 mi 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 7, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 0.19 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacing 1 sink with new | $1,000 | [PLMBC26-0147](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/permit/PLMBC26-0147/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [737 Fawcett Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/737-fawcett-ave/) | 0.19 mi 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/) | 0.19 mi 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/) | 0.19 mi 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 | [518 S 7th St # 101](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/518-s-7th-st-%23-101/) | 0.23 mi W | 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

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:

- [1102 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1102-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 7, 2025
- [1114 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1114-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 21, 2025
- [1137 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1137-commerce-st/): newest permit May 27, 2026
- [1515 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1515-commerce-st/): newest permit Sep 29, 2025
- [1701 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/1701-commerce-st/): newest permit May 27, 2026
- [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
- [2310 Commerce St](https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/2310-commerce-st/): newest permit Feb 12, 2025

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Map, all 14 permits at this address and 21 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/tacoma/address/625-commerce-st/