Codes and Guidelines

All of Bellevue’s laws are found in the City Code, including ordinances and resolutions.

Land and building development codes are presented here with the Development Services division responsible for ensuring projects are aligned to those codes.

• Code Compliance
  Our code compliance officers enforce regulations set for the community by City Council, including nuisance, sign, construction and land use codes.
   
• Code News
  Get the latest news about upcoming and in-progress code proposals and changes.
• Comprehensive Plan
  Bellevue's comprehensive plan is a broad statement of community goals and policies that direct the orderly and coordinated physical development of the city.
   
• Permit Forms and Publications
  Visit our Permits and Inspections section to view our forms and publications library.

Codes by Division

• Building Codes and Guidelines
  IBC, IRC, and City of Bellevue amendments to these codes
   
• Clearing and Grading Codes and Guidelines
  Regulation of earth movement, land clearing, erosion protection
   
• Fire Codes and Guidelines
  Regulations for infrastructure and building improvements for fire protection
   
• Land Use Codes and Guidelines
  Rules that regulate use of land, building placement, design, environmental protection
   
• Transportation Codes and Guidelines
  Regulations of public and private road construction and design
   
• Utilities Codes and Standards
  Regulations and requirements for public and private utility construction and design
   
• Construction Codes