Rules for ZIP Code 98235
Clearlake, WA · Skagit County
74 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Skagit County.
ZIP code 98235 is unincorporated Skagit County land: about 100% 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. 98235 also covers:
- Clear Lake (community)~100% of residents · not covered yet
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. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 98235 based on Skagit County ordinances.
Trash & Recycling
2 rules- Recycling RulesSome
- Illegal DumpingHeavy
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleHotels & Lodging
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
3 rules- Delivery Truck NoiseSome
- Car Alarm LimitsSome
- Generator NoiseLight
Business Licensing & Operations
3 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertySignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Syringe DisposalSome
Noise Ordinances
3 rulesParking Rules
3 rulesAnimal Ordinances
7 rules- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- MicrochippingSome
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
1 rule- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Home Business
4 rulesCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesLight
Rental Property Rules
1 ruleRental Inspections
1 rulePublic Conduct
2 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public UrinationSome
Fire Regulations
3 rules- Propane StorageSome
- Outdoor BurningSome
- FireworksSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleAccessory Structures
3 rules- Shed & Carport RulesLight
- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesFew
Code Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportLight
Fence Regulations
3 rulesSign Regulations
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
2 rules- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Water RestrictionsSome
Tree Protection
2 rules- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
Special Events & Permits
2 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- E-Bike ClassesSome
Drone Rules
1 ruleHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Building Safety
3 rules- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Building PermitsSome
- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSignificant
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rule- Density Bonus LawSignificant