Right to Farm in Olympia, WA (2026)
1 verified right to farm rules for Olympia, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Agricultural Zoning Protection
In the City of Olympia, Washington, Olympia Municipal Code § 18.04.060(KK) allows agricultural uses as a primary or accessory use in every zoning district except Auto Services and Industrial zones. Animal numbers scale with lot size, enclosures must sit at least 10 feet from property lines, and the Public Works Director can order added water-quality measures.
Olympia, WA Agricultural Use Standards by District
Some RestrictionsOlympia Municipal Code § 18.04.060(KK)
KK. AGRICULTURE. ... Agricultural uses, as defined in OMC 18.02.180, are allowed as a primary or accessory use in all zoning districts except Auto Services and Industrial zones, pursuant to the following: 1. Lots two acres in size and larger are allowed one USDA Animal Unit (AU) per acre. 2. Lots one-quarter acre and smaller are allowed up to five ducks or female chickens. Lots between one-quar...
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