Rules for ZIP Code 98409
Tacoma, WA Β· Pierce County
149 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 98409 is governed by the city of Tacoma, WA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Tacoma'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. 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 98409 based on Tacoma ordinances.
Home Business
4 rulesEnvironmental Rules
5 rulesPublic Conduct
8 rules- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Public Marijuana UseSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsHeavy
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
5 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Occupancy LimitsLight
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSome
- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Construction HoursSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseHeavy
- Aircraft NoiseFew
Parking Rules
8 rules- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Window SignsSome
- Holiday DisplaysFew
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Political SignsSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Recycling RequirementsSome
- Bin Placement RulesLight
- Mandatory Organics RecyclingSome
- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
Right to Farm
1 rule- Agricultural Zoning ProtectionSignificant
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Propane StorageSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresLight
Landscaping Rules
7 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rules- Rodent ControlSome
- Syringe DisposalSome
Code Violation Reporting
2 rules- Common ViolationsSome
- How to ReportLight
Rental Property Rules
3 rulesBuilding Safety
10 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
5 rules- Wildlife FeedingHeavy
- BeekeepingSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Exotic PetsSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Tree Protection
3 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewHeavy
Noise from Specific Sources
3 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
3 rulesFilming & Production
1 rule- Location PermitsSignificant
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesHeavy
- Dispensary ZoningSome
Immigration Policy
1 rule- Sanctuary Policy PreemptionSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleHomelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Rental Inspections
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceLight
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesOutdoor Lighting
3 rules- Light Trespass & ShieldingSome
- Billboard LightingSignificant
- Dark Sky RulesSome
Outdoor Cooking
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleFence Regulations
4 rules- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Retaining WallsSome
- Fence Permit RequirementsLight
- Height LimitsSome
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Accessory Structures
4 rules- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome