Laws and rules in Washington
The state laws and rules behind zoning, shoreland, septic, and floodplains.
Washington statutes
Read Washington state law, search it by chapter or keyword, and find the section behind a rule you have been quoted.
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- Washington State Department of CommerceWashington plans under the Growth Management Act: urban growth areas, critical areas and comprehensive plans. If a rule about building on rural land seems stra…
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- Washington building code and construction permitsThe Washington State Building Code applies statewide and is adopted by the State Building Code Council. Cities and counties enforce it, issue the permits and m…
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- IRS Opportunity ZonesFederal designation and rules for qualified opportunity zones, including the designated census tracts.
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About laws and rules
State statutes, agency rules, and local ordinances govern land use, permitting, and environmental requirements. Select the state and local jurisdiction relevant to your question.