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Historic Preservation in Lakewood, WA (2026)

1 verified historic preservation rules for Lakewood, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Historic-Cultural Monuments

Lakewood, Washington, in Pierce County, designates historic and cultural landmarks under LMC 2.48. A resource over 50 years old with integrity of location, design and association can be nominated to the Planning and Public Works Department, which holds a public hearing before the City Council makes a final designation decision.

Lakewood WA Landmark & Cultural Monument Designation

Some Restrictions

LMC 2.48.040(A)

A. An historic resource may be designated as a Lakewood landmark if it is more than 50 years old or, in the case of a landmark district, contains resources that are more than 50 years old, and possesses integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling and association, and: 1. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of nati...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Lakewood city rules.

Historic Preservation in Pierce County