What is the Code Amendment application for?

It is used to propose a legislative change to city code, such as creating, amending, or implementing policy or law by ordinance.

What materials does the application checklist request?

The checklist includes a signed Development Application Form, project narrative, code compliance materials, and other applicable items, including a title report, affidavit, SEPA checklist, vicinity map, and fees.

Do I need a notary for the Code Amendment application?

No. The application itself is signed and dated without notarization. A separate Affidavit of Agent Authority is listed as required unless waived by the code official.

How do I submit the Code Amendment application?

Submit it to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. Check the city fee schedule for current permit fees.

Mercer Island, WA · King County

No notary required

Code Amendment

This application lets a person or organization propose a Mercer Island code amendment and submit supporting materials for city review.

What this form is

Use this application to propose a legislative code amendment, which may create, change, or implement city policy or law by ordinance. The submittal checklist calls for a signed Development Application Form, project narrative, code compliance materials, and other items that may apply, such as a title report, affidavit, SEPA checklist, vicinity map, and fees. Some items may be waived by the code official.

Who needs it

A person or organization proposing a change to Mercer Island code should submit this application with the listed materials that apply to the proposal.

How to submit it

Submit the application to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. The form lists required fees but directs applicants to the city fee schedule for current permit fees.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without notarization; it separately lists an Affidavit of Agent Authority as required unless waived by the code official.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Code Amendment application PDF.
2
Complete And Sign
Complete the application and sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Use the checklist to gather required items; some may be waived by the code official.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application and materials to Community Planning & Development at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Code Amendment application for?: It is used to propose a legislative change to city code, such as creating, amending, or implementing policy or law by ordinance.
What materials does the application checklist request?: The checklist includes a signed Development Application Form, project narrative, code compliance materials, and other applicable items, including a title report, affidavit, SEPA checklist, vicinity map, and fees.
Do I need a notary for the Code Amendment application?: No. The application itself is signed and dated without notarization. A separate Affidavit of Agent Authority is listed as required unless waived by the code official.
How do I submit the Code Amendment application?: Submit it to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. Check the city fee schedule for current permit fees.

Need something notarized?

This Code Amendment doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mercer Island form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.