HomeMy WebLinkAboutRMC 4-2-110E_DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDINGS_COMPLETESection 4-2-110E of the Renton Municipal Code is repealed and replaced as follows:
4-2-110E1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDINGS
MAXIMUM NUMBER AND SIZE
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
Accessory structures shall only be allowed on lots in
conjunction with a primary use.
The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not be
greater than the floor area of the primary residential uses.
The lot coverage of the primary residential structure combined
with all accessory buildings shall not exceed the maximum lot
coverage of the Zoning District.17
RC and R-1 2 structures – max. 720 sq. ft. per structure, or
1 structure – max. 1,000 sq. ft.
In addition, 1 barn or stable – max. 2,000 sq. ft., provided the
lot is 5 acres or more.
R-4, R-6, and R-8 2 structures – max. 720 sq. ft. per structure, or
1 structure – max. 1,000 sq. ft.
R-10 and R-14 1 structure per residential unit – max. 400 sq. ft.; provided, that
they are architecturally consistent with the principal structure.
Except greenhouses, sheds, or other similar accessory
structures – max. 150 sq. ft.
MAXIMUM HEIGHT18, 19
General
RC 12 ft.
R-1, R-4, R-6, and R-8 12 ft.
Animal husbandry or agricultural related structures are subject
to the maximum wall plate height of subsection A of this
Section, and associated conditions. Additionally, the structure
shall not be taller than the primary dwelling.
R-10 and R-14 12 ft.
Agricultural related structures are subject to the maximum
wall plate height of subsection A of this Section, and
associated conditions, except that the structure shall not be
taller than the primary dwelling.
RMF and RMF-2 25 ft.20, except that the structure shall not be taller than the
primary building(s).
Public Facilities
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
Maximum height for public facilities shall be determined
through site plan review.
Wireless Communication Facilities (Including Amateur Radio Antennas)
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
See RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities, for
maximum height requirements. Freestanding vertical
monopole amateur radio antennas are allowed a maximum
height of 45 ft. without a Conditional Use Permit. Taller
structures will have maximum height determined pursuant to
RMC 4-9-030, Conditional Use Permits.
Clear Vision Area
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
In no case shall a structure over 42 in. in height intrude into the
20 ft. clear vision area defined in RMC 4-11-030.
LOCATION
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
4 ft. from any residential structure. If sited closer than 4 ft., the
structure shall be considered to be attached.
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
and R-14
For any lot that abuts an alley, vehicular access to garages or
carports shall be through the alley.
R-14 When lots do not abut an alley, all garages and carports shall
be located in the rear yard or side yard.
MINIMUM SETBACKS
Front Yard and Secondary Front Yard
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
Setbacks applied to the primary structure also apply to
accessory structures. Accessory structures shall not be
located between the primary structure and a street.4
Side Yards for Accessory Buildings
RC and R-1 5 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear
property line, then 0 ft. side yard is allowed.
R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14,
RMF, and RMF-2
3 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear
property line, then 0 ft. side yard is allowed.
Rear Yards for Accessory Buildings
RC 5 ft.
R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-
14, RMF, and RMF-2
3 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear
property line, then 0 ft. rear yard is allowed.
When located within 10 ft. of the rear property line, at least
25% of the lineal length of the rear yard shall remain
unoccupied from accessory structures, except when the rear
property line abuts an alley.
Except for garages/carports accessed through alleys: to ensure
adequate vehicular maneuvering area, garages and carports
that are accessed through alleys shall be set back as follows:
1. 9 ft. garage doors shall be at least 26 ft. from the back edge
of the alley, or
2. 16 ft. garage doors shall be at least 24 ft. from the back edge
of the alley.
Special Setbacks for Animal Husbandry or Agricultural Related Structures
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
and R-14
Agricultural related structures – 50 ft. from any property line.
Stables and other animal husbandry related structures, see
RMC 4-4-010, Animal Keeping and Beekeeping Standards.
RMF and RMF-2 n/a
CRITICAL AREAS
RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10,
R-14, RMF, and RMF-2
See RMC 4-3-050, Critical Areas Regulations, and 4-3-090,
Shoreline Master Program Regulations.
1 Please see Section 4-2-110I, Conditions Associated with Residential Development Standards Tables, for
explanation of table footnotes.