What are zoning codes?

Zoning codes are regulations that govern and dictate how land is used and developed. Typically enacted by local governments such as cities and counties, zoning codes are designed to promote public health, safety, and welfare and to ensure that land is used in a way that is economically viable and compatible with the surrounding environment.

What is a zoning report?

A zoning report is a document that provides information about the zoning regulations and restrictions that apply to a specific property, typically including the zoning district, permitted uses, and building controls such as setback, height, and parking.

What different types of zoning reports are available?

Various zoning reports are commonly available and in some cases, legally required, including brief zoning reports, summary zoning reports, full zoning reports, and documentation such as certified zoning letters.

How to get a zoning report for Arlington, washington?

By visiting an individual city page, individuals can purchase zoning reports by searching for a property or clicking on the interactive zoning map, confirming the purchase, and then receiving the zoning report as a PDF in their email.

What is the biggest zone in Arlington, washington?

The largest and most common zone in Arlington, washington, is RLC/Residential Low Capacity which is 1485.86.

What is the smallest zone in Arlington, washington?

The smallest and least common zone in Arlington, washington, is MS/Medical Services which is 19.73.

How many different types of zones are in Arlington, washington?

Arlington, washington, has a total of 19 different types of zones.

What are the different types of zoning districts in Arlington, washington?

Arlington, washington, has multiple zoning districts that can be found above. [link to scroll up on the page to the zoning districts table]

Arlington, Washington

Last Reviewed

10th Jan 2025

Date Published

20th Jun 2024

The following data is available for this address

Zoning

Zone Code
Zone Name
Zone type
Zone sub type
Zone guide
Link
City name

Permitted Uses

Prohibited
As of right
Special uses
See code uses
Conditional uses
Administrative uses

Building Controls

Assorted
Far control
Lot control
Density control
Coverage control
Pervious control
Lot width control
Rear setback control
Side setback control
Front setback control
Building height control

Parking Requirements

Medical
Multiple
Accessory
Hotel/Motel
Entertainment
General Retail
Temporary uses
Communal Housing
Personal Services
Restricted Retail
Utility Structures
Multi Family Dwelling
Parking Garage or Lot
Professional Services
Automobile related uses
Schools and Universities

Largest Zones in Arlington, WA

Residential Low Capacity - RLC
General Industrial - GI
Aviation Flightline - AF
Residential Ultra Low Capacity - RULC
Public And Semi Public - P/SP

The Zoning Map for the City of Arlington in WA divides the city’s real estate into zones differentiated according to land use and building regulations.

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What is the Land Use Allocation in Arlington, WA?

The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Arlington, WA as defined by city ordinances.

Permitted Use Type	Permitted Use Sub Type	Percentage	Area(sq. m)
parking		52.75%	7543.32
	parking garage or lot	52.75%	7543.32
industrial		50.20%	7179.48
	equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)	34.74%	4968.53
	mining, excavation and resource extraction	100.00%	14300.55
	mills, plants, and other processing facilities	38.66%	5528.45
	storage and warehouses	53.27%	7618.20
	manufacturing	19.15%	2738.20
	contractors office	13.42%	1919.65
	general industrial	50.20%	7179.48
residential		57.90%	8279.55
	two family dwelling	32.67%	4671.79
	mobile and floating homes	41.88%	5989.36
	accessory dwelling unit	43.62%	6237.56
	multi family dwelling	20.75%	2967.27
	dwellings (unspecified)	58.17%	8318.39
	single family dwelling	39.15%	5598.12
	communal housing	57.90%	8279.55
mechanical		94.84%	13563.17
	utility structures	100.00%	14300.55
	communication towers	94.84%	13563.17
agriculture		19.15%	2738.20
	agricultural and hunting	19.15%	2738.20
other		100.00%	14300.55
	accessory	100.00%	14300.55
	uncategorized	100.00%	14300.55
	temporary uses	100.00%	14300.55
	multiple	100.00%	14300.55
retail		27.45%	3925.61
	professional services	11.44%	1636.05
	general retail	90.79%	12982.97
	personal services	30.59%	4374.25
	restricted retail	27.45%	3925.61
community		100.00%	14300.55
	schools and universities	100.00%	14300.55
	medical	95.15%	13607.56
	transportation facilities and infrastructure	57.81%	8266.80
	public, quasi-public, and government	100.00%	14300.55
lodging		43.62%	6237.56
	hotel/motel	4.91%	701.80
	short term rental	43.62%	6237.56
commercial		33.92%	4850.44
	professional office	38.50%	5505.95
	entertainment	100.00%	14300.55
	non-retail sales	42.79%	6119.03
	automobile related uses	58.12%	8311.19
	general commercial	80.18%	11465.91
	research and laboratory facilities	33.92%	4850.44

Arlington, Washington Zoning Districts: What Do They Mean?

Zoning districts in the USA are defined as areas regulated by specific laws that determine land use, building types, and development rules. Planning and Zoning guides urban and suburban development in alignment with community needs for safety and growth. Districts allow for diverse development, such as residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use, each with unique regulations.

Zone Code	Area (Acres)	Description
AF Aviation Flightline	737.89	This district is created to allow only aviation related uses proximate to airport runways and taxiways
BP Business Park	182.14	This zone is established to promote and accommodate office, certain manufacturing and light industrial uses, training or educational facilities, high technology research and developments, and related uses in a park like, master planned setting
CC Commercial Corridor	308.31	This zone is established to create pedestrian oriented, urbanized, mixed use neighborhoods, along designated transit routes

What is Zoning Code?

Zoning codes have shaped major U.S. cities for over a century, serving as the backbone of urban development by defining the permissible land uses and activities within neighborhoods. Zoning regulations enable cities to exercise control over the use and development of land, establishing clear guidelines for commercial, industrial, residential, and agricultural purposes. Planning and Zoning determines the possibilities and limitations for construction on a property.

What is a Zoning Map?

A zoning map is a visual representation used by local governments to display and define zoning and permitted land uses within specific areas of a region. It is an important tool for planning and zoning, and development and clearly depicts zoning designations. In addition to hard-copy versions, some city offices provide PDF zoning map documents and in some rare cases, a digital map. Zoneomics collects planning and zoning data directly from the source to create standardized and searchable digital zoning maps.

What solutions does Zoneomics offer?

Zoneomics users can purchase Brief Zoning Reports, Summary Zoning Reports, Full Zoning Reports, and Certified Zoning Letters from our website. We also offer a comprehensive Web App that allows you to search across zoning maps, find the relevant zoning information for a particular property, and purchase zoning reports. Users can also use the Property Prospect search feature to find properties across entire cities based on zoning codes, permitted land uses, and building controls. We also provide a unique set of Zoning Data APIs including Zoning Map Tiles, Zoning Data, Permitted Land Uses, Building Controls, and more.

How Does Planning and Zoning Impact Real Estate Values?

Planning and Zoning plays a pivotal role in the entire lifecycle of a home and significantly influences various stages. Extensive research conducted by Zillow has underscored the importance of zoning regulations, showing their impact on home values. According to Zillow Research, housing markets with stricter land use regulations experienced the highest growth in home values. The most restrictive metropolitan areas witnessed an average appreciation of 23.4%, more than double that of the least restrictive metros. It's worth noting that zoning regulations are determined locally, and different cities may have varying degrees of restrictiveness. Furthermore, even within a city's planning and zoning, individual zones can vary in their level of restrictions, including different types of single-family zones. Zoneomics offers the most detailed coverage of zoning data, providing valuable insights and zoning maps for you to integrate and grow your business. These insights encompass zone codes, permitted land uses, re-zonings, variances, density controls, built-form controls, envelopes, housing supply data, employment generation, underutilized parcels, short-term rental permissibility, and information on proponents and developers. With Zoneomics, you gain access to extensive planning and zoning information to enhance your understanding and decision-making.