Rules for ZIP Code 98051
Ravensdale, WA Β· King County
140 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from King County.
ZIP code 98051 is unincorporated King County land, in the community of Ravensdale: about 79% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 98051 also covers:
- city of Kent~21% of residents
Shares are estimates from 2020 Census geography. If your address is in one of these, its rules apply instead.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 98051 based on King County ordinances.
Business Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Secondhand DealersSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertySignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
- PawnbrokersSignificant
Parking Rules
10 rulesAnimal Ordinances
13 rules- Pet Store RulesSome
- Bird ProtectionSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
Special Events & Permits
2 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rulesTrash & Recycling
9 rulesLandscaping Rules
6 rules- CompostingLight
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Native PlantsLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree TrimmingSome
Rental Property Rules
3 rules- Rent ControlHeavy
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- No-Fault EvictionsHeavy
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsHeavy
- FireworksHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- Brush ClearanceSome
- Wildfire ZonesSome
Solar Energy
2 rulesNoise Ordinances
7 rulesOutdoor Lighting
3 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesBuilding Safety
7 rulesPublic Conduct
5 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsHeavy
- Loitering RulesSome
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Public UrinationSome
Sign Regulations
3 rules- Political SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSignificant
Accessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesFew
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesHeavy
- Dispensary ZoningSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHome Business
4 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSome
- No-Knock RegistryLight
Fence Regulations
4 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesWater Use Rules
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
5 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Environmental Rules
6 rules- Flood ZonesSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Defensible SpaceSome
Privacy & Surveillance
2 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Immigration Policy
1 ruleRight to Farm
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 rule- Parking TaxSome
Gambling & Gaming
1 ruleDrone Rules
1 rule- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
Code Violation Reporting
2 rules- Response TimesLight
- How to ReportSome