Animal Shelter
License, adopt, spay or neuter a pet. Report animal cruelty, contact animal control and volunteer.
(206) 386-7387 (PETS)
Get funding for projects, find arts-related jobs and spaces and apply to an artist call.
(206) 684-7171
Auditor
Get answers on how the City effectively and efficiently uses public resources.
(206) 233-3801
Budget Office
View budget reports for City projects and learn about the budget process.
(206) 615-1962
City Clerk
Learn how our city government works, search agendas and legislation and get research assistance.
(206) 684-8344
City Light
Pay your bill, learn how to save energy, and apply for rebates.
(206) 684-3000
Civil Rights
Learn about civil rights laws we enforce and the Race and Social Justice Initiative. File complaints.
(206) 684-4500
Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE)
Learn about CARE, Seattle’s 911 Center that provides emergency and non-emergency responses.
(206) 625-5011 (For non-emergencies)
Construction and Inspections
Apply for a permit, schedule inspections, learn rental housing rules, and view changes to codes.
(206) 684-8600
Customer Service Bureau
Not sure which service you need? Ask us! We'll get you to the right department or person you need.
(206) 684-CITY (2489)
Economic Development
Help for small businesses, build your startup, shape your business district. Find worker retraining.
(206) 684-8090
Economic and Revenue Forecasts
Learn about the economic and revenue forecasts that inform the City's annual budget process.
(206) 390-1567
Education and Early Learning
Get help paying for child care and preschool. Schools can apply for funding.
(206) 233-5118
Emergency Management
Get information on area hazards and how to prepare. View plans for disaster response and recovery.
(206) 233-5076
Ethics and Elections
Learn about campaign finance, lobbying, and ethics that apply to City officials and employees.
(206) 684-8500
Finance and Administrative Services
Learn rules for doing business with the City, file a damage claim and buy surplus property.
(206) 684-2489
Film and Music
Apply for a film permit, view a map of Seattle's music resources. Learn about local film and music.
(206) 684-8993
Finance
Learn how we manage the financial operations of the City of Seattle.
(206) 684-8484
Fire Department
Apply for a fire permit, schedule a fire inspection and plan a fire systems test.
(206) 386-1400
Hearing Examiner
Get a review of a City department’s actions. File appeals and other case types.
(206) 684-0521
Housing
Find low-cost housing and read rules for renters and landlords. View incentives for developers.
(206) 684-0721
Human Resources
Find a City job or internship, and learn about the City's commitment to race and social justice.
(206) 684-7999
Human Services
Learn how the City funds programs for youth and seniors, medical care, housing, and food.
(206) 386-1001
Immigrant and Refugee Affairs
Get legal and citizenship help. Find English classes. View data and list of available services.
(206) 727-8515
Information Technology
Find low-cost internet, devices, and cable; learn about privacy, get funding for technology projects,...
(206) 684-0600
Inspector General
Learn how the City provides oversight to support constitutional and compassionate policing.
(206) 684-3663
Intergovernmental Relations
Learn how the City works with federal, state, regional and tribal governments. See our Sister Cities.
(206) 684-0213
Labor Standards
Get help with meeting labor standards, request an investigation and report a violation.
(206) 256-5297
Library
Get access to books, music, movies, and classes, get a library card and find a library location.
(206) 386-4636
Municipal Archives, City Clerk
Find historic records, photos, maps, audio and videos documenting the City’s past.
(206) 684-8353
Municipal Court
Pay a ticket, request a marriage ceremony and search for case files.
(206) 684-5600
Neighborhoods
Get funding for projects, find P-Patch gardens, landmarks and become a community leader.
(206) 684-0464
Office of the Ombud
Confidential resource for all current City employees to help amicably manage conflict.
Parks and Recreation
Find a park, pool or community center. Sign up for activities or reserve a picnic site.
(206) 684-4075
Planning and Community Development
Learn about City planning, equitable development, and Seattle population data.
(206) 386-1010
Police
View crime data, request police reports and crime prevention tips. Find police jobs and locations.
(206) 625-5011
Office of Police Accountability
View our complaint process, file or check the status of a police complaint, and find closed cases.
(206) 684-8797
Public Utilities
Report a missed collection, view rates and pay water, garbage and sewer bills.
(206) 684-3000
Retirement
Request a benefit estimate, meet with a retirement specialist and get help planning for retirement.
(206) 386-1293
Seattle Center
View Seattle Center map, things to do, upcoming events and festivals, and parking information.
(206) 684-7200
Seattle Channel
Watch Council meetings, City press conferences and original civic and cultural programs.
(206) 684-8821
Special Events
Apply for a special event or valet parking permit and review our guidelines for special events.
(206) 684-8017
Sustainability and Environment
Learn about Seattle's climate and environmental programs and goals.
(206) 256-5158
Transportation
Apply for a parking permit, report a pothole, and search for transportation projects.
(206) 684-7623
Waterfront and Civic Projects
View a map of the future waterfront, review design plans and learn how to support the project.
(206) 499-8040
