Right-of-way permits in City of Bellevue: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a right-of-way permit in City of Bellevue, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Bellevue Development Services.
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Bellevue's source.
When does a right-of-way need a permit in City of Bellevue?
A Residential Right of Way permit covers work in the right of way associated with existing single-family home construction or major remodels. Commercial projects, multifamily development, and plat infrastructure use the Commercial Right of Way permit instead — that one is required for hauling, parking, and staging whether or not there is construction in the right of way. Street Use permits cover non-disturbing uses (sidewalk cafes, parades, block parties, closures).
In the source's own words
“This permit may be issued for work in the right of way associated with existing single family home construction or major remodels: installation of driveways, driveway reconstruction or relocation, landscaping, fences/walls, city water/sewer/storm connections and other uses.”Source ↗verified 2026-09-24
Required submittals
- Bill To Form
- Site plan showing site location, address, and adjacent street names
- North arrow and scale (1 inch = 20 feet to 1 inch = 50 feet)
- Driveway entrances
- Proposed scope of work in the right of way
- Plan/profile for roadway restoration after trenching
Inspection sequence
- pre-construction
- subgrade / base
- final ROW restoration
Contractor specialties needed
general
Who can do this work in City of Bellevue?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Bellevue and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the right-of-way permit with Bellevue Development Services, carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Bellevue right-of-way quote.
Notes & caveats
Apply online through MyBuildingPermit.com. Right of Way Management: [email protected], 425-452-4189.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Bellevue right-of-way — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (6).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Bellevue Development Services ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Fees vary by scope — see Bellevue Permit Fees and Payment, or the Permit Fee Estimator at permitfeeestimator.bellevuewa.gov.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull right-of-way permits in City of Bellevue every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Bellevue Development Services, handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Right-of-way permits in City of Bellevue — FAQ
When does a right-of-way need a permit in City of Bellevue?
A Residential Right of Way permit covers work in the right of way associated with existing single-family home construction or major remodels. Commercial projects, multifamily development, and plat infrastructure use the Commercial Right of Way permit instead — that one is required for hauling, parking, and staging whether or not there is construction in the right of way. Street Use permits cover non-disturbing uses (sidewalk cafes, parades, block parties, closures).
How much does a right-of-way permit cost in City of Bellevue?
Current fee per the City of Bellevue fee schedule: Fees vary by scope — see Bellevue Permit Fees and Payment, or the Permit Fee Estimator at permitfeeestimator.bellevuewa.gov.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.