Property Blight: Bellevue vs Federal Way
How do property blight rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Federal Way, WA?
Bellevue and Federal Way have similar restriction levels.
Bellevue, WA
King County
Bellevue's property maintenance code (BCC 20.25E) prohibits blight including junk accumulation, tall grass, abandoned vehicles, and unsafe structures.
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King County
Federal Way prohibits blighted property including junk accumulation, broken windows, graffiti, and derelict structures under FWRC Titles 1 and 13 with civil penalties up to 500 dollars per day.
View full Federal Way rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Federal Way |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Code | - | FWRC Titles 1 and 13 |
| Graffiti | - | Remove promptly after notice |
| Penalties | - | 100 to 500 dollars per day |
| Report | - | 253-835-2641 Code Compliance |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bellevue FAQ
Federal Way FAQ
How long does a Federal Way property have to sit junky before it is a violation?
There is no grace period. Accumulation of trash, junk, or derelict vehicles visible from the street or neighboring property can be cited under FWRC as soon as Code Compliance observes or receives a report.
Who pays if Federal Way abates a blighted property?
The city bills the property owner for cleanup costs and, if unpaid, records a lien against the property under FWRC Title 1. The lien is collected like a tax assessment.
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