Local Rules Near Downtown Redmond

Redmond STR hosts must carry at least $1 million in liability insurance under RCW 64.37.030. Coverage can come from a personal STR policy or qualifying platform coverage like Airbnb AirCover.

Redmond permits family home child care in residential zones under RCW 35.63.185. Providers need a DCYF state license and a Redmond business license. RZC 21.08 home occupation rules apply.

Home food businesses in Redmond operate under the Washington Cottage Food Operations Law (RCW 69.22) which allows limited home-baked and non-potentially hazardous foods with WSDA permit up to $25,000 annual gross sales.

Redmond allows licensed cannabis retailers in limited commercial zones under RMC 21.08 with a 1,000-foot buffer from schools, parks, and child care per RCW 69.50.331. Retailers need a WSLCB license.

Rent control is preempted by Washington RCW 35.21.830, so Redmond cannot cap rent increases. State HB 1351 notice rules and RCW 59.18 just-cause protections still apply.

Redmond follows Washington RCW 59.18.650, which requires landlords to show one of 16 enumerated just causes to end a residential tenancy. No separate city ordinance exists.

Commercial door-to-door solicitors in Redmond need a permit from Redmond Police under RMC 5.20 after a background check. Political canvassers, religious missionaries, and nonprofit fundraisers are exempt.

Redmond CC&Rs are enforced by the HOA under RCW 64.90 and the declaration. Boards may fine owners after notice and a hearing (RCW 64.90.410) or seek an injunction in King County Superior Court.

Redmond HOA architectural review follows the declaration under RCW 64.90 or 64.38. Committees must act in good faith and cannot block solar panels, US flags, or satellite dishes under 1 meter.

Redmond follows WA State Building Code and IBC Chapter 33 for scaffolds. Commercial scaffold work requires L and I compliance under WAC 296-874 and Redmond permits for right-of-way use.

Pre-1978 Redmond homes fall under the federal EPA RRP Rule and Title X disclosure. Contractors must be EPA certified, use lead-safe practices, and deliver the Renovate Right pamphlet before renovation.