Home Occupations

The City allows residents to use their homes for small-scale business endeavors. The purpose of allowing home occupations is to support small businesses and provide more economic opportunity to residents.

However, there are limitations to the business activities allowed on residential properties. These limitations are meant to protect neighborhood character, minimize traffic congestion, and reduce disruption to neighbors’ properties.

All home occupations must meet the criteria of Woodland Municipal Code (WMC):
WMC 17.16.100 (E). Applies to home occupations in low-density residential neighborhoods.
WMC 17.20.100 (C): Applies to home occupations in medium and high-density neighborhoods.
WMC 17.52.060: Signage regulations.

Additionally, we recommend you reach out to your neighbors to let them know about your new business, what to expect, and how to contact you to resolve concerns.

Contact the Community Development Department with questions regarding zoning code.