Livestock: Kent vs Redmond
How do livestock rules compare between Kent, WA and Redmond, WA?
Kent and Redmond have similar restriction levels.
Kent, WA
King County
Livestock including goats, pigs, horses, cattle, and sheep are generally limited to AG-zoned and SR-1 rural parcels in Kent. Urban single-family lots do not permit livestock beyond chickens and small fowl.
View full Kent 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 | Kent | Redmond |
|---|---|---|
| Allowed Zones | AG and SR-1 | R-1, agricultural only |
| Minimum Lot | 1 acre typical | - |
| Setback | 50 feet from residential | - |
| Pygmy Goats | Livestock in Kent | - |
| Horse Density | - | 1 per half-acre pasture |
| Pigs | - | Prohibited (non-pot-belly) |
| Code | - | RMC 21.08 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Kent FAQ
Can I keep a goat in my Kent backyard?
Only on AG or SR-1 zoned parcels meeting lot-size and setback rules. Urban single-family lots in Kent do not allow goats.
Do I need a permit for a 4-H horse in Kent?
Yes, unless you live on an AG or SR-1 parcel. Kent Code Enforcement can issue a temporary permit for short-term project animals.
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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