The City of Renton has adopted rules and regulations designed to keep the city safe and attractive by providing responsible, courteous, and impartial enforcement. Code Compliance operates reactively and proactively, working with property owners to obtain compliance. While voluntary compliance is preferred, fines may be issued to property owners who do not work to correct violations.
Express concerns* online via Renton Responds or on our reporting message line at 425-430-7373. You will need to provide your: 1. Name and contact Information 2. Address of concern (City of Renton Maps) 3. Clear description of your concern
Please refer to the Renton Municipal Code for Unlisted Concerns.
*Please note that reporting a potential violation is a serious and legal matter. Reports and comments received are public record and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56. Please do not share any information that you do not wish to be made public.
If you have received any notice from Code Compliance, contact the inspector listed on the notice immediately to take action and prevent fines. Our inspectors are:
Donna Locher - Lead Inspector dlocher@rentonwa.gov - 425-430-7438
Jason Churchill - Central Renton jchurchill@rentonwa.gov- 425-430-7235
Eric Petzold - North Renton epetzold@rentonwa.gov- 425-430-7277
Sheila Madsen - South Renton smadsen@rentonwa.gov- 425-430-7236
Charleen Pleasance - South Renton cpleasance@rentonwa.gov- 425-430-7256
Step 1. A Warning of Violation is issued after the violation is verified. You have 15 days to contact the City.
Step 2. A Notice of Violation and an Order to Correct may be issued if the property owner is unresponsive. Fees are included and can accrue daily.
Step 3. If you feel the violation is in error, you may appeal a Notice of Violation within the time frame listed on the notice. A Hearing Examiner will review your case and issue a decision.
By Mail Send a check or money order & invoice to: City of Renton // Finance AR 1055 S Grady Way, Floor 1 Renton, WA 98057
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In-Person Bring Visa, Mastercard, check or money order and invoice to: City Hall // Finance Department 1055 S Grady Way Floor 1 Renton, WA 98057
When an inspector verifies that unpermitted work is being performed, a Stop Work Order is posted. Work is required to cease until proper permits are obtained.
The Stop Work Order will include the contact information of a Code Compliance Inspector, along with instructions to reach out to a Permit Specialist. The Permit Specialist will assist you in obtaining the necessary permits for the approved work. The Code Case will only be closed once the permit is finalized by a building inspector.
Permit Specialists - permittech@rentonwa.gov or 425-430.7215
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Construction hours in Renton vary based on the type of construction and can be reported online:
The Renton Police Department's non-emergency line handles:
Please call: 425-235-2121. Concerns that are not time sensitive may be reported online.
If you wish to schedule an Adult Family Home Inspection, please apply for an Adult Family Home Permit on our permitting portal and follow the guidance provided.
Most permits can be obtained using our Online Permit Portal or electronically by contacting our Permit Specialists at: permitech@rentonwa.gov. For more information, visit our permits page.
Contact the Planning Department for guidance at: planningcustomerservice@rentonwa.gov, by phone at: 425-430-7294 or by scheduling a Virtual Appointment.
If you see something suspicious taking place - don't wait, call: 9-1-1 for emergencies. Non-emergencies can be reported at: 425-235-2121. Visit their webpage for more information.
425-430-7373 (message line)
codecompliance@rentonwa.gov
8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
9-11:30 a.m.
1-4 p.m.
1st Floor Customer Service
1055 S Grady Way
Renton WA 98057