What does zoning R96 mean?

Check about the definition by calling the local zoning administrator in your city, village or town.

Check with the city, village or town attorney to discuss more of the details if you have a need to understand what the code means.

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Bothell's zoning code can be found through their web site at www.ci.bothell.wa.us by clicking on "Business," then "Planning Dept." and then "Municipal Code - Zoning." From that site, the "R-96" zoning classification basically allows single family residential development on lots with a minimum size of 9,600 square feet. There are various additional land uses that are permitted, some by special permit, but the basic allowed use and the primary intended use is for a single family residence. You can review the entire list of uses and the allowed amount of development/building by checking the zoning code at the above listed web site.