Landscape and Vegetation Clearing and Grading

Includes Land Use Exemption if required and may or may not include SEPA. For clearing and grading projects that include the following work: (GB)

• Removal of vegetation or changes to landscaping associated with a nonresidential, multifamily residential or other property developed under a Planned Unit Development
• Removal of any landmark tree 24 inches or greater in diameter and at least 20 feet tall on a nonresidential, multifamily, or other property
• Minor clearing and grading on a nonresidential, multifamily residential, or other property

Apply for this permit online through MyBuildingPermit. 

Required Documents

The documents listed below are the minimum necessary to proceed with the application process. If you believe that a required submittal document does not apply to your project, please upload the Document Waiver Form in place of the required document. 

• Bill To Form
• Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (CSWPPP)
  • for projects with less than 7,000 square feet of clearing and less than 100 yards of grading, a CSWPPP Short Form for Small Construction Projects may be submitted.
• Final Landscape Plan
• SEPA Environmental Checklist
• Site Plan
• Tree Hazard Declaration Form

Additional Documents and Requirements

These items may be required during plan review, as determined by the scope of your project.

• Land Use Exemption
• Right of Way Use Permit
• Only licensed contractors may remove Landmark Trees. The licensed contractor's name, address, phone number, and current and valid Washington State contractor registration number must be provided before permit issuance.

Fees and Timelines

• Clearing & Grading Permit Fees
• Permit Fee Estimator
• Permit Processing Timelines