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Livestock Programs Assistance
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
King County Land and Water Resources Division
Benefits provided:
Free technical assistance, Financial
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
Yes
Set up a farm plan to implement BMP's for water quality and salmonid habitat protection.
Overview
Description:
King County has environmental rules about keeping livestock in unincorporated King County. This page provides an overview of those rules and support that may be available on this topic.
The Livestock Program implements the Livestock Management Ordinance. The Ordinance (King County Code 21A.30) sets rules about keeping livestock in a way that reduces impacts on the environment. It calls for farm plans and Best Management Practices on properties with livestock. Learn more about farm plans.
The Livestock Program offers funding for high priority Best Management Practices. These practices include manure storage, stream and wetland buffer fencing and livestock confinement areas.
Eligibility:
Must own livestock in King County. Does not have to be near a waterway. Livestock must be present on the property.
Financial benefit:
Funding for high priority BMP's including: manure storage, stream and wetland buffer fencing and livestock confinement areas.
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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