Rules for ZIP Code 98349
Lakebay, WA · Pierce County
137 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Pierce County.
ZIP code 98349 is unincorporated Pierce County land, in the community of Longbranch: 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. 98349 also covers:
- Home (community)~33% of residents
- Key Center (community)~16% of residents
- Longbranch (community)~48% 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. 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 98349 based on Pierce County ordinances.
Parking Rules
9 rulesAnimal Ordinances
11 rules- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Pet LimitsSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- BeekeepingSome
Short-Term Rentals
9 rulesNoise Ordinances
7 rulesFire Regulations
4 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Outdoor BurningHeavy
Fence Regulations
5 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
6 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesAccessory Structures
5 rules- Garage ConversionsSome
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU RulesFew
- ADU Impact FeesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Property Maintenance
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
6 rulesHome Business
5 rulesSign Regulations
5 rules- Garage Sale SignsFew
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Political SignsLight
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Public Conduct
5 rules- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseHeavy
- Public UrinationHeavy
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
Environmental Rules
6 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Public Health Rules
2 rules- Syringe DisposalLight
- Rodent ControlSome
Gambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingHeavy
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
Drone Rules
3 rules- Recreational DronesSignificant
- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Event Drone RestrictionsSignificant
Building Safety
5 rulesTree Protection
2 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
3 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSome
Right to Farm
2 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
2 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Code Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
1 rule- Security Camera RulesSignificant
Water Use Rules
2 rulesOutdoor Cooking
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
1 rule- Vending ZonesSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome