Port Orchard partners with Kirkland startup to test AI permit reviews

By: Conor Wilson

Outlets: Kitsap Sun

Published: March 12, 2026

Words: 619

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago


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A Kirkland-based tech startup focused on streamlining the residential permitting process using artificial intelligence has entered into an agreement with the city of Port Orchard to further refine its software through voluntary submissions.

The deal between Permittable AI and the city, approved last month, establishes a one-year trial period where anyone submitting a residential permit in Port Orchard has the option to run their application through the company’s AI-powered scanner for free. Proponents hope it …

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