API Documentation
Read-only JSON access to aggregated Seattle construction permit and contractor data. No authentication required. Base URL https://buildingseattle.com.
GET /api/permits
Query permits with optional filters and pagination. Returns { total, page, per_page, results[] }.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
neighborhood | Filter by neighborhood. |
type | Filter by permit type. |
status | Filter by permit status. |
q | Free-text search across address, description, permit number, neighborhood, and contractor name. |
page | Page number (default 1). |
per_page | Results per page (1-100, default 50). |
GET /api/contractors
List the top 20 contractors ranked by active project count. Each record includes an active_projects count.
GET /api/stats
Aggregate counts and permit value totals for the dashboard.
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