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What the report says about zoning in Washington County

Home occupation permit required:: Yes
Details:: City of Bartlesville requires a Home Occupation License in addition to a Business License for home-based businesses within city limits. Washington County's Metropolitan Planning Area zoning regulations (for unincorporated areas within 3 miles of Bartlesville city limits or 0.5 miles of US Hwy 75) also contain home occupation provisions. State law (§5-4.6) allows counties to enact ordinances regulating home food establishments as long as they do not conflict with or restrict the Homemade Food Freedom Act.
Home kitchen:: Production at residence required. For non-TCS foods: no license, inspection, or registration required. For TCS foods: must complete approved food safety training (ServSafe or ODAFF-approved, ≤8 hours) before selling. Gross annual sales must not exceed $75,000.

Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.

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Zoning rules & home kitchen setup

u/Crosodo Community Team·6/22/2026·0 views

Local zoning and permits are often the trickiest part of home baking in Washington County. Discuss home occupation permits, HOA rules, health department visits, kitchen inspections, and what the planning office actually said when you called. Share your experience — not legal advice.