Rules for ZIP Code 98368
Port Townsend, WA
134 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 98368 is governed by the city of Port Townsend, WA, home to about 85% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Port Townsend's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 98368 also covers:
- unincorporated Jefferson County~15% of residents Β· not covered yet
- Port Hadlock-Irondale (community)~11% of residents Β· 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 98368 based on Port Townsend ordinances.
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Brush ClearanceSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Wildfire ZonesSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Construction HoursSome
Parking Rules
6 rules- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
- EV ChargingFew
- Loading ZonesSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
Fence Regulations
4 rulesAnimal Ordinances
13 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Pet LimitsSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Cat RulesSignificant
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
Accessory Structures
5 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsHeavy
- Tiny HomesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesFew
Environmental Rules
7 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Flood ZonesSome
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- No-Knock RegistrySome
- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Landscaping Rules
6 rulesOutdoor Lighting
3 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSignificant
- Home DaycareSome
- Signage RulesSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesBuilding Safety
7 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
6 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- ParkletsSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rules- PawnbrokersSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsLight
- Secondhand DealersSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
Public Conduct
4 rules- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsHeavy
Short-Term Rentals
5 rulesProperty Maintenance
3 rulesTree Protection
2 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
3 rulesCode Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportSome
Historic Preservation
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleTrash & Recycling
9 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
- Density Bonus LawSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Cannabis Regulations
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome