Auburn vs Federal Way
How do customer traffic restrictions rules compare between Auburn, WA and Federal Way, WA?
Federal Way has fewer restrictions than Auburn.
Auburn, WA
King County
Auburn limits home business customer visits under ACC 18.60 to traffic levels no greater than a residence: max 4 clients per day with no more than 2 at once. Deliveries limited to standard vehicles.
View full Auburn rules →Federal Way, WA
King County
Federal Way caps home-occupation customer visits at 4 per day under FWRC 19.270. Commercial deliveries are limited to vehicles under 26,000 lbs GVWR. Higher-traffic operations need Process III approval.
View full Federal Way rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Federal Way |
|---|---|---|
| Max Clients Per Day | 4 visits | - |
| Max Concurrent | 2 at one time | - |
| Parking | On-site required | - |
| Deliveries | Standard vehicles only | - |
| Code | ACC 18.60 | FWRC 19.270 |
| Customer Limit | - | 4 per day |
| Vehicle Limit | - | Under 26,000 lbs GVWR |
| Higher Traffic | - | Process III required |
| Daycare Note | - | See RCW 35.63.185 |
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Auburn FAQ
How many customers can visit my Auburn home business?
Up to 4 client or customer visits per day with no more than 2 present at once, under ACC 18.60. This keeps the traffic impact no greater than normal residential use.
Can clients park on the street?
Only at incidental residential levels. Regular customer street parking that disrupts neighbors violates ACC 18.60. Provide on-site driveway parking for clients.
Federal Way FAQ
How many customers can come to my home business per day?
A maximum of 4 persons per day under FWRC 19.270. Exceeding this requires Process III conditional use approval from the Hearings Examiner.
Can I receive commercial deliveries for my home business?
Yes, from vehicles under 26,000 lbs GVWR. Standard UPS, FedEx, and USPS deliveries are allowed; large commercial box trucks and semis are not under FWRC 19.270.
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