Livestock: Lakewood vs Tacoma
How do livestock rules compare between Lakewood, WA and Tacoma, WA?
Lakewood and Tacoma have similar restriction levels.
Lakewood, WA
Pierce County
Livestock keeping in unincorporated Pierce County is set by zoning code PCC 18A.37.060 and scales with lot size. Lots under one-half acre allow only two small livestock; lots five acres or larger have no numeric limit. Setbacks and manure-management rules apply.
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Pierce County
Livestock keeping in unincorporated Pierce County is set by zoning code PCC 18A.37.060 and scales with lot size. Lots under one-half acre allow only two small livestock; lots five acres or larger have no numeric limit. Setbacks and manure-management rules apply.
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| Fact | Lakewood | Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Lots under 1/2 acre | 2 small livestock only | 2 small livestock only |
| 5+ acres | No numeric limit | No numeric limit |
| Livestock setback | 45 feet | 45 feet |
| Front yard | No enclosures | No enclosures |
| Manure (small lots) | Covered storage | Covered storage |
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Lakewood FAQ
How much livestock can I keep in Pierce County?
It depends on lot size. Under PCC 18A.37.060, lots under one-half acre allow only two small livestock, while lots five acres or larger have no numeric limit.
What counts as livestock here?
PCC 6.02.010 defines livestock as cattle, sheep, goats, horses, mules and other hoof animals, pigs and swine, llamas, and ostriches, rhea, and emu.
Tacoma FAQ
How much livestock can I keep in Pierce County?
It depends on lot size. Under PCC 18A.37.060, lots under one-half acre allow only two small livestock, while lots five acres or larger have no numeric limit.
What counts as livestock here?
PCC 6.02.010 defines livestock as cattle, sheep, goats, horses, mules and other hoof animals, pigs and swine, llamas, and ostriches, rhea, and emu.
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