Lakewood is an urban city with limited wildfire-urban interface areas. Pierce County has some WUI zones in eastern areas. Lakewood's McChord Greenway area has some forested land. Washington DNR manages wildfire risk under RCW 76.04 (forest fire protection).
Lakewood's wildfire zone regulations apply to properties in designated wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas where development meets wildfire-prone vegetation. Properties in these zones must maintain 100 feet of defensible space divided into two zones: Zone 1 (0–30 feet) requires lean, clean, and green landscaping with no combustible materials; Zone 2 (30–100 feet) requires reduced fuel loads and spacing between trees and shrubs. New construction and major remodels in WUI areas must use Class A fire-rated roofing, non-combustible siding within 5 feet of grade, enclosed eaves, and tempered glass windows. The maritime to continental climate and July-October fire season in Pacific Northwest directly influence risk levels and enforcement intensity. Annual inspections occur before peak fire season.
Failure to maintain defensible space: 14-day notice, then $500–$2,500 fines plus city abatement costs. Non-compliant construction: stop-work orders and mandatory upgrades. WUI building violations: $1,000–$5,000.
Lakewood, WA
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Lakewood, WA
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Lakewood, WA
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