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CITY OF RENTON Ι PERMIT SERVICES
MODIFICATION OF RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR
PROJECTS WITHIN THE R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10 AND R-14 ZONES
EVALUATION FORM & DECISION
APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: Phone:
Mailing Address:
Company (if applicable):
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name: Parcel No:
Zoning Designation:
Project Location:
Brief Summary of Request:
Please explain how your project proposal meets the "guidelines" for each design element, rather than
the standards.
Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Roofs”
Guideline:
Roofs shall represent a variety of forms and
profiles that add character and relief to the
landscape of the neighborhood. The use of bright
colors, as well as roofing that is made of material
like gravel and/or a
reflective material, is discouraged.
Compliance with Guidelines:
Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Architectural Detailing”
Guideline:
Architectural detail shall be provided that is
appropriate to the architectural character of the
home. Detailing like trim, columns, and/or corner
boards shall reflect the architectural character of
the house.
Compliance with Guidelines:
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Code Section: 4-2-115E.1. “Garages”
Guidelines:
The visual impact of garages shall be minimized,
while porches and front doors shall be the emphasis
of the front of the home. Garages shall be located in
a manner that minimizes the presence of the garage
and shall not be located at the end of view corridors.
Alley access is encouraged. If used, shared garages
shall be within an acceptable walking distance to the
housing unit it is intended to serve.
Compliance with Guidelines:
Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Windows and Doors”
Guidelines:
Windows and front doors shall serve as an integral
part of the character of the home. Primary windows
shall be proportioned vertically rather than
horizontally.
Vertical windows may be combined together to create
a larger window area. Front doors shall be a focal
point of the dwelling and be in scale with the home.
All doors shall be of the same character as the home.
Compliance with Guidelines:
Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Primary Entry”
Guidelines:
Entrances to homes shall be a focal point and allow
space for social interaction. Front doors shall face
the street and be on the facade closest to the street.
When a home is located on a corner lot (i.e., at the
intersection of two roads or the intersection of a
road and a common space) a feature like a wrapped
porch shall be used to reduce the perceived scale of
the house and engage the street or open space on
both
sides.
Compliance with Guidelines:
Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Façade Modulation”
Guidelines:
Buildings shall not have monotonous facades along
public areas. Dwellings shall include articulation
along public frontages; the articulation may include
the connection of an open porch to the building, a
dormer facing the street, or a well-defined entry
element.
Compliance with Guidelines:
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Code Section: 4-2-115E.3. “Eaves”
Guidelines:
Eaves should be detailed and proportioned to
complement the architectural style of the
home.
Compliance with Guidelines:
Other Design Standard:
Code Section:
Guidelines:
Compliance with Guidelines:
Criteria for Modification of the Residential Design Standards
Renton Municipal Code, section 4-2-115, lists elements that are required to be included in all residential
development in the zones stated in subsection B of this Section. Each element includes both standards and
guidelines. Standards a provided for predictability. These standards specify a prescriptive manner in which the
requirement can be met.
Guidelines for each element are provided for flexibility. These guidelines provide direction for those who seek to
me the required element in a manner that is different from the standards.
a.The determination as to the satisfaction of the requirement through the use of the guidelines is to be
made the Community and Economic Development Administrator when no other permit or approval
requires Hearing Examiner review.
b.When it has been determined that the proposed manner of meeting the design requirement
through guidelines is sufficient, the applicant shall have satisfied that design requirement.
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington, that to the best of
my knowledge the above information is true and complete.
Applicant Signature: Date:
In addition to this form, the following attachments are required:
•Site plan and elevations (8.5x11 size)
•Built example photos (if available)
