Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Seattle, WA (2026)
1 verified homelessness & encampment rules for Seattle, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
LAMC §41.18 Encampment Rule
Seattle bars camping in parks under SMC 18.12 and on public rights-of-way under SMC 15.48, and the Unified Care Team applies a Multi-Departmental Administrative Rule (MDAR) protocol balancing notice, outreach, and obstruction-based removals after the 2024 Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling.
Anti-Camping Rules and Encampment Removal Protocol
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for King County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Seattle city rules.
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