Federal Way vs Kirkland
How do customer traffic restrictions rules compare between Federal Way, WA and Kirkland, WA?
Federal Way and Kirkland have similar restriction levels.
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 →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 | Federal Way | Kirkland |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Limit | 4 per day | - |
| Vehicle Limit | Under 26,000 lbs GVWR | - |
| Code | FWRC 19.270 | KZC 115.35 |
| Higher Traffic | Process III required | - |
| Daycare Note | See RCW 35.63.185 | - |
| Clients on Site | - | Usually 1 at a time |
| Daily Visits | - | Limited, residential scale |
| Parking | - | No ongoing street takeover |
| Daycare | - | Up to 12 kids allowed |
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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.
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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