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Zoning variance - Land use permit process

The zoning code variance application process allows adjustments in the application of standards of the zoning code to a particular property. Typically, variance requests may include reduced setbacks, lot coverage and height.

Critical areas buffer variance notice

 Notice

As of January 1, 2005, zoning code variance applications no longer include variances to critical area buffers. Learn more about the critical area alteration exception on our critical areas webpage.

Cost and timeline

Check our current fee schedule for an estimate

Timeline for a decision on a Plat is 150 days and 120 days for a Short Plat.

Application

A pre-application meeting is mandatory prior to filing an application for a preliminary plat or short plat.

Visit our Permit forms, application materials, and resources page for your pre-application packet and Zoning Code Variances Packet.

Check our online permits page to see if you can submit these forms through MyBuildingPermit

Schedule a land use inspection

King County inspects work to ensure code compliance and safety requirements.

Learn more about scheduling inspections

Legal authority

Title 21A (21A.44.030 contains criteria for approval) of the King County Code

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