Rules for ZIP Code 98117
Seattle, WA · King County
177 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 98117 is governed by the city of Seattle, WA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Seattle's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
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 98117 based on Seattle ordinances.
Rental Property Rules
4 rulesAnimal Ordinances
11 rules- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- BeekeepingSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterFew
- Cat RulesSome
- Pet LimitsSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleBuilding Safety
10 rulesPublic Conduct
9 rules- Public UrinationHeavy
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- JaywalkingFew
Rental Inspections
2 rulesCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Buffer ZonesHeavy
Local Taxes & Fees
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
4 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSignificant
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesParking Rules
10 rulesShort-Term Rentals
9 rules- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Host Platform LiabilitySignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesFew
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Fire Regulations
3 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- FireworksSignificant
Trash & Recycling
10 rules- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
- Recycling RulesSignificant
- Illegal DumpingHeavy
Home Business
4 rulesFence Regulations
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
6 rulesNoise Ordinances
6 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
8 rulesFirearms
4 rulesFilming & Production
2 rulesAccessory Structures
2 rules- Tiny HomesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Parade PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Public Health Rules
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
6 rules- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Native PlantsSome
- Water RestrictionsLight
- Tree TrimmingSome
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Political SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Holiday DisplaysLight
Tree Protection
3 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationSome
Employment Preemption
3 rulesHistoric Preservation
2 rules- Historic-Cultural MonumentsHeavy
- HPOZ RulesHeavy
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Drone Rules
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesWater Use Rules
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Privacy & Surveillance
2 rules- License Plate ReadersSignificant
- Recording & Consent LawsHeavy
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Gambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingHeavy
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSome
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
Solar Energy
1 ruleHOA Rules
5 rulesEarthquake Safety
3 rulesCode Violation Reporting
3 rules- Response TimesSome
- Common ViolationsHeavy
- How to ReportSome
Invasive Plant Rules
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