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A Sound Location For Your Business

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Overview
The City of Mountlake Terrace is pleased that you have chosen or are considering our city to do business. Our goal is to strengthen our economic base and quality of life, and to ensure that your experience is positive and efficient. 
 
Conveniently Located with Many Amenities
Mountlake Terrace has a median age of 36.6 and is an attractive, affordable place to locate. Located just 14 miles north of Seattle along the I-5 corridor and on the King/Snohomish County line, 
 
With six distinct business-zoning districts, some with mountain and lake views, Mountlake Terrace is home to major employers, retailers and small businesses. Premera Blue Cross is the largest business with about 2,600 employees.

Here you will also find a movie theater, shops, restaurants, clinics, library and a variety of housing. The city has excellent schools, served by the Edmonds School District, and approximately 260 acres of recreational attractions including parks, play fields, golf course, year-round swimming, sports pavilion and public open space.

"The City of Mountlake Terrace has a strong vision for its Town Center, stimulating the local economy, providing incentives for investment in the downtown, and encouraging stewardship of the environment.” 

Josh Brown
Executive Director
Puget Sound Regional Council, June 2015
Contact Us 
Mitchelle Harvey
Administrative Assistant
Community & Economic Development 
425-744-6207
  
Nick Holland
Associate Planner
425-744-6284
Quick Links & Information
Population:                    21,090
Households:                    8,992
Jobs:                                   7,420
Median Income:       $59,007
 
Economic Development 
Zoning Map 
Mountlake Terrace Business Association 
Main Street Revitalization Project
Town Center Plan
Economic Alliance of Snohomish County 
SNOPUD Energy Rebates 
Ample Transit Connections
The five-story Mountlake Terrace Transit Center accommodates nearly 900 vehicles at the 236th Street SW exit from I-5. The parking garage connects via a pedestrian bridge to the Freeway Station in the median of I-5 for catching Seattle-Everett express busses operated by Sound Transit.

We are committed to promoting healthy economic development and providing jobs. Although the city has been substantially developed, there are about 254 acres of commercial and light industrial areas that provide opportunities for quality infill and redevelopment. The city is diversifying and rebuilding its Town Center economy through the Town Center Subarea Plan process. The city adopted a Sustainability Strategy providing goals to promote environmental stewardship while ensuring community livability and economic prosperity.

Our Development Services staff is available to assist you with all your business needs, whether it's land use planning, permitting, or simply needing basic information. We take pride in providing excellent customer service and invite you to contact us for all your business needs.

  1. Brochures & Helpful Links

    View documents related to economic development.

  2. Business Directory

    Search a listing of businesses and organizations that operate in the area.

  3. Business Licenses

    In Mountlake Terrace, business licenses are required for all businesses, including home occupations, single-family residence rentals, apartment complexes, and businesses located outside the city, performing work within the city.

  4. Business Spotlight

    Feature articles on Mountlake Terrace businesses.

  5. Codes, Laws & Regulations

  6. Community and Economic Development

    Find information about services offered by our Community & Economic Development Department.

  7. Economic Development

    Mountlake Terrace is centrally located in the Puget Sound region with an economy supported by powerful companies such as Boeing, Microsoft, Starbucks, Amazon, and Premera Blue Cross.

  8. Inspection Information

  9. Major Employers

    See who the major employers of the City of Mountlake Terrace are.

  10. Maps

    Check out Development Maps within Mountlake Terrace.

  11. Mountlake Terrace Business Association

    Learn more about joining the Mountlake Terrace Business Association.

  12. Rental Housing Licenses

    The Residential Rental Business License and Inspection Ordinance was adopted in June of 2010 authorizing the Residential Rental Inspection Program to be implemented January 2, 2012.

  13. Request for Documents

    You may request public records in person, via mail, e-mail, phone or fax by using the contact information below. Requests for records from the City of Mountlake Terrace should be directed to the city’s Records Officer at City Hall.

  14. Request for Proposals/Bids

    Access bids and RFPs for consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.