Development & Business Services

Coronavirus (COVID-19) alert: 

The City of Lynnwood Development and Business Services office is closed to the public until further notice due to public health concerns related to COVID-19

Inspections are being performed with COVID-19 safety measures in place.

We will remain available during regular business hours via phone, email and postal mail. During this time, we encourage our community members to utilize our online resources.

Please note we may experience a higher volume of calls and emails. If you are unable to reach us, please leave a detailed message and we will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 24 hours.

We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage people to stay safe and healthy by following guidelines from the Snohomish Health District.

Businesses planning events during the Washington Safe Start phased re-opening may use temporary signs or banners to advertise their re-opening. Here is a guide to the City’s requirements and limitations on these advertisements: Temporary Sign and Banner Guide(PDF, 174KB)

The City of Lynnwood is allowing restaurants to have new and expanded temporary outdoor dining areas during Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the Governor's “Safe Start – Stay Health” plan. 

Restaurants that meet the Temporary Outdoor Dining Area Requirements must register with the City prior to operating temporary outdoor dining areas. Registration is free and instantaneous.  Learn more and register for Temporary Outdoor Dining.