Auburn vs Kirkland
How do customer traffic restrictions rules compare between Auburn, WA and Kirkland, WA?
Kirkland 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 →Kirkland, WA
King County
Kirkland home occupations must not generate customer or delivery traffic beyond what is typical of a residence under KZC 115.35; the limit is usually one client at a time and no more than a few visits per day.
View full Kirkland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Kirkland |
|---|---|---|
| Max Clients Per Day | 4 visits | - |
| Max Concurrent | 2 at one time | - |
| Parking | On-site required | No ongoing street takeover |
| Deliveries | Standard vehicles only | - |
| Code | ACC 18.60 | KZC 115.35 |
| Clients on Site | - | Usually 1 at a time |
| Daily Visits | - | Limited, residential scale |
| Daycare | - | Up to 12 kids allowed |
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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.
Kirkland FAQ
How many clients can I see at my Kirkland home business?
Generally one client at a time with a small total number of daily visits to avoid exceeding residential traffic norms.
Can I run a daycare from my home?
Yes, up to 12 children under a state family home child care license; cities cannot prohibit this under RCW 35A.21.300.
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