Occupancy Change of Use

This application is for changing an existing occupancy classification to a different occupancy classification.

The following documentation must be submitted when applying for a change of use permit:

Certificate of Water Availability

Site plan, include:

1. Survey of property showing all property lines, building(s), assumed property lines between buildings and adjacent streets
2. Parking lot layout and measurements to include the accessible sparking
3. Square footage of the lot an dbuilding
4. Location of light poles, signage, fire hydrants (on and off-site), and on-site recyclable storage space

Architectural plans, include:

1. Floor plans with door and window locations shown of the space undergoing a change of use. A floor plan may be required for the entire building
2. Complete description of work to be preformed within the space undergoing a change of use. Include a description of the use of the space and rooms, the occupant loads of the spaces, and the allowable areas of the building(s). This may be required for the entire building
3. Show compliance with the Sound Transmission Code (if applicable)
4. Show plans have been reviewed and approved by a 3rd part Energy Code Plans Examiner

The following general conditions may be required to be met when the use or tenant of a building changes:

1. Meet the Washington State Accessibility Code
2. Tenant fire separations, wall and/or floor, ceilings, and exiting as required by the Uniform Building Code
3. Upgrade to the electrical system as required by the National Electrical Code
4. Upgraded fire alarms, fire sprinklers, and smoke detectors to meet the Uniform Fire Code
5. Upgraded landscaping and parking requirements to meet the City of SeaTac Zoning Ordinance