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For an Aloha address, check the boundary before the office
Aloha is a Census CDP, but its name and community-plan area do not settle current city or county jurisdiction for a street address.
Last reviewed against the listed sources September 9, 2026.
An Aloha name does not tell you which planning or permit office to use. Check the exact street address first.
The Census lists Aloha as a CDP, a mapped place that is not incorporated. The county community plan uses another boundary. It says the 1983 plan line can reach land that cities later annexed.
Washington County’s address tool gives the deciding check. In MetroMap, open Political Boundaries and read Jurisdiction before choosing a county or city office.
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Use Washington County's 'Is my business in unincorporated Washington County?' instructions to search MetroMap and read Location info > Political Boundaries > Jurisdiction.
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