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Do I need a permit to build a fence?
If you wish to build a fence, you do not need a permit to proceed. Be aware, however, that a fence built in a residential neighborhood may not exceed a height of six feet and must be outside of any sight triangles. A commercial fence may be eight feet in height and would require a permit. You should also be sure of your property lines before you proceed. Check with your neighbors and be sure you are not infringing on any of their property.

Can I put a concrete patio or walkway up to my property line?
Yes. Note that the size of the patio/walkway may be limited by the maximum allowable impervious surface area for the zone.

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?
Yes, a tree removal permit is required for the removal of any significant tree (greater than 6 inches in diameter). No permit fee is charged for single-family homeowners. For more information, read more Frequently Asked Questions about trees in residential areas.  Or go the permit index and download a residential or commercial tree removal permit application in PDF format. 

May I cut down my neighbor's shrubs or tree limbs that overhang into my property?
Yes, you may cut down the growth or limbs that hang over onto your property or airspace.

How do I find out the zoning for my property?
The City of Redmond Zoning Map is available online in PDF format, so that you may zoom in on your specific property to discover in which zone it is located.

How do I find out the site requirements (setbacks, average lot size, etc.) and the uses allowed on my property?
The Redmond Community Development Guide is also available online. Simply click on the appropriate section of Chapter 20C (e.g., residential, commercial, city center, etc.) to locate the tables for allowed uses and site requirements for each zone.

Do I have sensitive areas (wetlands, geologic hazard areas, etc.) on my property?
Citywide maps for each type of sensitive area are available in the Permit Center and will be available online in the future. Note that these maps locate general areas that may be impacted by sensitive areas and are not property specific.

How may I find out more about my property?
You may access parcel information from the King County website. More information is available at http://www.metrokc.gov/ddes/property.htm.

Is Redmond Ridge within the City of Redmond?
No, this Urban Planned Development (UPD) is located within King County. More information is available at www.metrokc.gov/ddes/upd.

Do I need a permit to create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (aka mother-in-law apartment)?
Creating an ADU no longer requires a Special Use permit, but in many cases it requires a building permit, and also requires planner review to ensure that all provisions of the code are met.  For more information, see the ADU submittal requirements.