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When it comes to selling a house in Tacoma WA, zoning laws aren’t just red tape — they can directly impact your property’s value, appeal, and even legality to sell.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or inherited a property, understanding Tacoma zoning rules is essential.
🧭 What Is Zoning and Why Does It Matter?
Zoning determines what can legally be built or done on your property. It separates areas into residential, commercial, mixed-use, and more.
For example:
- R-1 may allow only single-family homes
- C-2 may allow multifamily or commercial properties
- Some areas limit Airbnb/short-term rental use
- Others prohibit building ADUs (accessory dwelling units)
🔗 Tacoma Zoning Code – RCW 35A.63
🔗 City of Tacoma
🛑 Common Zoning Issues When Selling a Home
Tacoma sellers often run into zoning problems when:
- The property was used improperly (e.g., Airbnb in a prohibited zone)
- They added unpermitted structures (sheds, garages, converted basements)
- A buyer’s loan requires specific use/permit clearance
- The property is flagged for setback or lot coverage violations
🔗 Unpermitted Work – WAC 296-46B-915
🔍 Can You Sell a Property With Zoning Problems?
Yes — but you’ll need to either:
- Fix the issue before closing (can delay or kill the deal)
- Disclose everything to avoid future legal risk
- Or work with a buyer like us who’s experienced in as-is transactions
🔗 Form 17 Seller Disclosure – RCW 64.06.013
🧰 How REI Branded Home Buyer Helps Tacoma Sellers
We help you avoid the zoning minefield by:
- Reviewing your property’s zoning status
- Buying the home as-is — no need to rezone or demolish anything
- Guiding you through the RCW and Tacoma-specific disclosure rules
- Closing quickly, even if your title has a zoning cloud
💡 Examples of Zoning Situations We’ve Solved
- Duplex in a single-family zone — purchased and transitioned to long-term rental
- Garage converted into a living unit without permits — bought and brought up to code
- Non-conforming commercial property in a residential block — sold as-is to investor
We specialize in zoning-challenged homes. You don’t need to know all the zoning laws — we do.
📩 Contact REI Branded Home Buyer
📧 info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com
🌐 https://reibrandedhomebuyer.com
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.