This data identifies current as well as proposed zoning and land use designations that are adopted by ordinances for unincorporated Pierce County. Zoning for cities is not included in this dataset. Zones are adopted by ordinances with specific technicalities for each community. Land Use designations offer a broad spectrum of allowable uses within a community. It is used to create a Comprehensive Plan Map or used for a Generalized Proposed Land Use Map or GPLUM. This dataset is also used to create the Land Use Designations theme, which covers proposed zoning use. The meaning of proposed is that the property might not be currently used for the purpose stated. It should be noted that Council adopted amendments to land use designations/zoning that will be effective at the beginning of 2006. Also, the Council is in the process of adopting the Mid-County Community Plan which amends land use designations/zoning as well. The Cities polygons found in the zoning data does not necessarily match the current cities boundaries. This is because the zoning data is updated once a year per the "Pierce County Comprehensive Plan" and does not allow for changes to be made during the year. The Comprehensive Plan is generally updated in November and generally becomes effective the following March. Use the "Cities in Pierce County" data set to determine current city boundaries. City boundaries can change more often than the current adopted Pierce County Zoning data. The zoning data contains the "Cities in Pierce County" boundaries at the time that the Pierce County Zoning was adopted. When determining the current zoning of a parcel near a city, the current "Cities in Pierce County" data set needs to be reviewed. Zoning codes for parcels within incorporated cities are determined by the city that the parcel is within. Please read metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbplan_zoning.html). Any use or data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

DATA LINKED FROM PIERCE COUNTY OPEN DATA PORTALSee the metadata and original layer hereAbstract:This polygon theme shows active and pending formal plat projects. The data also shows historical data on completed formal plat development projects. The polygons are derived from the Pierce County ATR tax parcel dataset. The attribute information is derived from the Planning and Public Works PALS+ permitting system. This dataset is part of a group development projects referred to as the development engineering development data. The group includes; commercial, formal plats, short plats, large lots, mobile home parks, and other landuse.Purpose:This dataset is used by Planning and Public Works - Development Engineering to track the progress of formal plat development projects and to provide historical references to completed projects in Unincorporated Pierce County.

Pierce County boundary line based on geographic features mentioned in the legal description, and tax parcels. Please note that some geographic features like rivers have moved which may cause changes to the county boundary. The metadata includes significant detail so please read metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/GISmetadata/pdbis_county_boundary_line.html). Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

This is a comprehensive building address point layer for Pierce County, Washington. Every unique house number has a point located within the building footprint of the addressed structure (where possible). Multi-unit structures, mobile home parks, and buildings with the same street address are further identified by mailstop in the attribute table. Some vacant parcels may or may not have an assigned temporary address point. A permanent address will be assigned to a vacant parcel if a permitted structure is built on that parcel. Please read metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbis_buildingaddress_public.html). Any use or data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

The Tacoma FIRM Map (Flood Insurance Rate Map) Application is built for the public to assess property location in relation to known flood hazards. This maps hosts the follwing layers for use with permitting questions in the City of Tacoma.FEMA USA Flood Hazard LayersThe 2017 Pierce County FIS layer studyPierce County Tax ParcelsBase Flood Elevations for OvertoppingBase Flood ElevationsFloodways for the City of TacomaPuyallup Levee Overtopping Data Steward Contact: Quyen Thai, Planning and Development Services.Application Support: IT GIS.

Regional Transit Authority boundary polygons throughout Pierce County. Created from legal descriptions provided by the RTA and aligned to the tax parcel data. Please read metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/GISmetadata/pdbatr_rta_boundary.html). Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

Mobile home points throughout Pierce County. Each mobile home parcel is represented as an individual point. Additional information for each mobile home parcel can be acquired here. Please read metadata (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbatr_mobilehomes.html) for additional information. Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use. (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf)

DATA LINKED FROM PIERCE COUNTY OPEN DATA PORTALSee the metadata and original layer hereAbstract: This spatial data displays the locations of applications and permits that were reviewed and processed by Pierce County. It includes Building Permits, Development Engineering Permits, Environmental Permits, Fire Prevention Permits, Land Use Permits, and Sewer Permits. This data is extracted from the Planning and Public Works PALS Plus application. The permit points are placed using the XY coordinates from PALS Plus. Permits that have do not have XY coordinates in the PALS Plus application will not be in this spatial data. An example of this would be the parcel number associated with the application was not valid or did not exist in the Assessors-Treasurer’s system. Please read metadata (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/GISmetadata/pdbplan_permits.html) for additional information. Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf). Terms of Use/Custom License: Please see provided hyperlinks for metadata and Terms of Use.Purpose: This spatial data displays permit locations in unincorporated Pierce County. Read full metadata for more information.

This data shows the survey layout lines used in the public right-of-way easements for gas, storm water, transmission, water, and City of Tacoma easements. All users should read the metadata (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbparc_centerline.html) . Data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf)

This dataset indicates whether a property owner has a license for the current calendar year. To look up the license status of a property manager go to: Business Licenses (Tacoma) | Tacoma Open Data (arcgis.com).View the mapped version of this dataset here. Please note that not all business license for rental activity locations are displayed on the map. These are noted as "Not Mapped" in the Map Status field of the data table.A business license is required for the activity of renting or leasing real property (residential dwellings, land, or commercial buildings) in the City of Tacoma. Business licenses are issued to the legal property owner's name or entity that is on record with Pierce County.To search business license records: Select the Filter Data iconSelect the field you want to search from (Property Owner Name, Rental Property Address, etc.)Enter text into the search boxSelect from the drop-down to display the recordPlease Note: The City requests owners to update their information as it changes, however, most updates are provided to the City during the license renewal process at the beginning of the calendar year. Some property owners may not be required to obtain a city business license. If you do not find your landlord on this list please contact your landlord. About the Data: This dataset includes the property owner's name(s), license number, current license status, rental property address(s), mailing address, owner site address, and industry code. Use the industry code to identify residential or commercial rental properties. Visit Tacoma's Rental Business page for more information about licensing requirements. For business license questions, contact the Tax and License division at 253-591-5252.This dataset is updated daily and is maintained by the Tax & License division.

The primary purpose of this feature class is use by the City of Puyallup Public Works Water Division for field locations and fire hydrant data tracking. This feature class is also used by City of Puyallup staff to check the availability of fire hydrants in relationship to other City projects. The feature class may also be used by individuals wanting to learn the location of the fire hydrants within the City of Puyallup and within the Fruitland Mutual Water and Tacoma Water Incorporated area. City of Puyallup will not be maintaining the fire hydrant locations that exist outside of the City of Puyallup water service area limit.

2010 Census Block polygons for all of Pierce County, realigned to Pierce County roads, parcels, hydro, railroads, powerlines, etc. Population figures for race, ethnicity, median age, household size, household count, etc were downloaded from the US Census website and joined to this layer. Please read metadata for additional information. Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use.Abstract:This 2000 census shapefile was downloaded from the ESRI website and registered to the Pierce County tax parcel data. The population figures were downloaded from the US Census website and joined to this the shapefile. This data is used by various Pierce County departments for analysis, planning, and mapping purposes This feature class was registered to the ortho-based tax parcels.Purpose:This data was registered to Pierce County tax parcel data to be used by various Pierce County Departments for analysis, planning, and mapping purposes.DATA LINKED FROM PIERCE COUNTY OPEN DATA PORTALSee the metadata and original layer here

The County’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and State Waste Discharge General Permit (NPDES) permit requires that Pierce County maintain mapping data for all known MS4 outfalls and discharge points. The permit requires basin delineation for all tributary conveyances to all known outfalls and discharge points with a 24-inch nominal diameter or larger, or an equivalent cross-sectional area for non-pipe systems.In September 2016, Pierce County Department of Public Works (County) hired Herrera Environmental Consultants (Herrera) to delineate watershed and drainage basin boundaries in GIS to meet the mapping requirements of the current NPDES Phase I Municipal Stormwater Permit. In 2017, Herrera produced an amendment to the original SOW to assist the County with a) conducting a review of 570 existing mapped outfall and discharge points for accuracy and completeness and b)mapping all remaining outfall and discharge points within Pierce County (excluding cities).Herrera has produced a Technical Memorandum documenting all methods and results entitled “Pierce County Drainage Basin and Watershed Delineation Summary Memorandum” (dated December 28, 2017). Please read metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/GISmetadata/pdbswm_watersheds_hec.html). Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.co.pierce.wa.us/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

This polygon theme identifies all the different easements in Pierce County and also specifies the type of easement (drainage, utility, sewer etc.) The term "Encumbrance" allows for other types of rights and interest to be added in the future. Encumbrances and easements are limitations on the use of the property or land. Please read metadata (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbparc_encumbrance.html) for additional information. Any use or data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

Historic 2000 Census Tract polygons for all of Pierce County, realigned to Pierce County roads, parcels, hydro, railroads, powerlines, etc. Population figures for race, ethnicity, median age, household size, household count, etc were downloaded from the US Census website and joined to this layer. Please read metadata for additional information. Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use.Abstract:This 2000 census shapefile was downloaded from the ESRI website and registered to the Pierce County tax parcel data. The population figures were downloaded from the US Census web site and joined to this the shapefile. This data is used by various Pierce County departments for analysis, planning, and mapping purposes. This feature class was registered to the ortho-based tax parcels.Purpose:This data was registered to Pierce County tax parcel data to be used by various Pierce County Departments for analysis, planning, and mapping purposes.DATA LINKED FROM PIERCE COUNTY OPEN DATA PORTALSee the metadata and original layer here

Colorized routes available for each individual route. Click on a route to learn more about its frequency, span, and access a link to the schedule website.

This data shows the areas within the Pierce County Sewer Service area. Only the Pierce County Sewer Service area boundaries are maintained.

For sewer service areas outside of the Pierce County Sewer Service area, the municipality or jurisdiction must be contacted. This is for informational use only. Please see metadata for additional information (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/GISmetadata/pdbsewr_sewer_service_areas_public.html). Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use (https://matterhorn.piercecountywa.gov/Disclaimer/PierceCountyGISDataTermsofUse.pdf).

Terms of Use/Custom License: Please see provided hyperlinks for metadata and Terms of Use.

DATA LINKED FROM PIERCE COUNTY OPEN DATA PORTALSee the metadata and original layer herePoint locations for Park and Ride lots within Pierce County. Please read metadata for additional information. Any data download constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use.Abstract:This point theme is used to show park and ride locations that were geocoded from "A Guide to Park & Ride Lots in the Puget Sound Region". In November 2004 1998-2001 orthophotography was used to place these points to the actual location of Park and Ride lots. In July 2007 the South Hill Park and Ride Lot was moved to it's proper location. All other lot locations were not verified and are based on the guide "A Guide to Park & Ride Lots in the Puget Sound Region" August 1999.Purpose:To show the locations of the Park & Ride lots in Pierce County.