Livestock: Bellevue vs Redmond
How do livestock rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Redmond, WA?
Bellevue has fewer restrictions than Redmond.
Bellevue, WA
King County
LUC 20.20.130 limits livestock. Small animals (goats, sheep) need large lots and 15-foot setbacks. Horses and cattle require R-1 zones unavailable on most Bellevue residential lots.
View full Bellevue rules →Redmond, WA
King County
Redmond limits horses, goats, sheep, and other livestock to rural residential (R-1) and agricultural zones under RMC 21.08. Minimum lot size and density requirements apply; not allowed in most neighborhoods.
View full Redmond rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Redmond |
|---|---|---|
| Small Livestock Lot | 35,000+ sq ft typical | - |
| Large Livestock | R-1 zone only | - |
| Setback | 15 ft minimum | - |
| Code | LUC 20.20.130 | RMC 21.08 |
| Allowed Zones | - | R-1, agricultural only |
| Horse Density | - | 1 per half-acre pasture |
| Pigs | - | Prohibited (non-pot-belly) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bellevue FAQ
Can I keep a goat in my Bellevue backyard?
Only on larger R-1 lots meeting minimum lot size and setback rules under LUC 20.20.130. Most suburban Bellevue lots do not qualify.
Are horses allowed in Bellevue?
Generally only on very large R-1 zoned properties. Most of Bellevue does not permit horse keeping on typical residential lots.
Redmond FAQ
Can I keep a goat in my Redmond backyard?
Only if your property is zoned R-1 or agricultural and meets minimum lot and density rules. Most suburban Redmond lots are too dense to allow goats.
Are potbellied pigs allowed?
Potbellied pigs as small companion animals are generally treated as pets and allowed in most residential zones, subject to HOA rules.
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