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AGENDA
Planning & Development Committee Regular Meeting
3:30 PM - Monday, August 19, 2019
Council Conference Room, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
1. Docket #14
a) D-164 Presentation
b) #D-167: Commercial &Recreational Vehicle Parking in Residential Areas
c) D-167 Part 1 Presentation
d) D-167 Part 2 Presentation
2. Emerging Issues in CED
DOCKET #164:
MODIFICATION PERMIT CRITERIA
Planning & Development Committee
August 19, 2019
Presented by: Paul Hintz, Senior Planner AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Through this Docket Item staff will:
1.Evaluate Sections of the Code to determine if modification
permits should be available to deviate from the
requirements;
2.Evaluate and revise modification permit criteria; and
3.Evaluate the existing criteria for waivers for street
improvements as an alternative to adding new criteria for
modification permits to deviate from adopted street
standards.
D-164: MODIFICATION PERMIT CRITERIA
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
MODIFICATION PERMIT APPLICABILITY
Staff propose to make modification permits applicable to the following
Sections of Code:
1.RMC 4-4-010: Animal Keeping and Beekeeping Standards
2.RMC 4-4-015: Standards for Home Agriculture Sales and
Agricultural Sales
3.RMC 4-4-060: Grading, Excavation and Mining Regulations
4.RMC 4-4-095: Screening and Storage Height/Location Limitations
Staff also propose to make modification permits inapplicable to urban and
residential design standards because these Sections of Code include
guidelines that can be used in place of modification permits (i.e., options to
deviate from the strict application of design standards are available without
a formal permit).AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
a.Substantially implements the policy direction of the policies and objectives of
the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element and the Community Design
Element and the proposed modification is the minimum adjustment necessary
to implement these policies and objectives;
b.Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental
protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon
sound engineering judgment;
c.Will not be injurious to other property(ies) in the vicinity;
d.Conforms to the intent and purpose of the Code;
e.Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended;
and
f.Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity.
MODIFICATION PERMIT CRITERIA
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
STREET IMPROVEMENT WAIVERS
Reasonable justification shall include but not be limited to the following:
a.Required street improvements will alter an existing wetlands or stream, or have
a negative impact on a shoreline’s area.
b.Existing steep topography would make required street improvements
infeasible.
c.Required street improvements would have a negative impact on other
properties, such as restricting available access.
d.There are no similar improvements in the vicinity and there is little likelihood
that the improvements will be needed or required in the next ten (10) years.
e.In no case shall a waiver be granted unless it is shown that there will be no
detrimental effect on the public health, safety or welfare if the improvements
are not installed, and that the improvements are not needed for current or
future development. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
STREET IMPROVEMENT WAIVERS
Reasonable justification shall include but not be limited to the following:
a.Required street improvements will alter an existing wetlands or stream, or have
a negative impact on a shoreline’s area.
b.Existing steep topography would make required street improvements
infeasible.
c.Required street improvements would have a negative impact on other
properties, such as restricting available access.
d.There are no similar Required improvements will be installed as part of a City
project, as indentified in the City’s Transportation Improvement Program in the
vicinity and there is little likelihood that the improvements will be needed or
required in the next ten (10) years.
a.In no case shall a waiver be granted unless it is shown that there will be no
detrimental effect on the public health, safety or welfare if the improvements
are not installed, and that the improvements are not needed for current or
future development. AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
Planning Commission Briefing:
August 21, 2019
NEXT STEPS
Staff Contact:
Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
425-430-7436
phintz@rentonwa.gov
AGENDA ITEM #1. a)
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CITY OF RENTON
Community and Economic Development Department
#D‐167: Commercial and Recreational Vehicle Parking in Residential Areas
Staff: Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
Date: July 17, 2019
Applicant or Requestor: Code Compliance Division
General Description
The City’s Code Compliance Division has requested the topic of commercial and recreational vehicle
parking on residential properties be addressed through the City’s legislative process (i.e., annual Docket
work). The Code Compliance Division often lacks code to enforce when residents request action by the
City to address the type of or manner in which vehicles are parked. Typically, residents request action
because of the actual or perceived way in which commercial or recreational vehicles interfere with the
enjoyment of their property, the effect on their property values, or simply the visual impact on the
neighborhood. Through this Docket Item staff intends to solicit feedback from the public and elected
officials regarding the parking of commercial and recreational vehicles on residential properties and, if
regulations are desired, how they should be regulated.
Background
Residents regularly submit requests for the City’s Code Compliance Division to address issues related to
commercial or recreational vehicles parked on residential properties, but unlike many peer jurisdictions
Renton’s Municipal Code lacks regulations to enforce. The City has adopted standard regulations dealing
with junk vehicles that, in part, requires vehicles to be licensed and operable. The City also limits the
number of vehicles that may be parked on a residential lot to four of any type.
Commercial Vehicles:
Commercial vehicles are defined in different ways by municipalities across the state. Many cities rely
on the definition provided by the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 46.04.140 (see below), or an
expanded version.
RCW 46.04.140: "Commercial vehicle" means any vehicle the principal use of which is the
transportation of commodities, merchandise, produce, freight, animals, or passengers for hire.
Below is Edmonds definition, which also includes construction and farming as a primary use for which
a vehicle is used that qualifies it as a commercial vehicle.
“Commercial vehicle” means any motor vehicle, the principal use of which is the transportation of
commodities, merchandise, produce, freight, vehicles, animals, passengers for hire, or which is used
primarily in construction or farming, including but not limited to bulldozers, backhoes, tractors and
cranes.
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Edmonds regulations (different from the definition) require a Conditional Use Permit (i.e., a
discretionary permit that considers the impacts to surrounding properties and the public realm) to park a
commercial vehicle (as defined above) or any vehicle weighing more than 10,000 pounds. By adding the
metric of gross vehicle weight (GVW), the City of Edmonds has established a clear threshold that is
applicable regardless of the whether or not a vehicle is deemed “commercial” based on the definition.
Many cities have employed this tactic of using a generic definition coupled with a metric, or simply two
or more metrics.
Below is a table comparing the way in which some cities define and/or limit the allowed size of vehicles
on residential property. Cities tend to base their regulations on the vehicle length, width, GVW, or gross
vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which is the GVW plus the maximum weight of gas and passengers/goods
deemed to be safe for operation by the manufacturer and federal government.
City Length
(feet)
Width*
(inches)
GVW
(lbs)**
GVWR
(lbs)**
Uses RCW Definition
of Commerical Vehicle
(RCW 46.04.140) or
similar description
Auburn 26,001
Bellevue 19***
Burlington 20** 10,000
Edmonds 10,000 Yes
Issaquah Yes
Kent 19*** 26,001
Mill Creek 6,000 Yes
Olympia >80 9,000 Yes
Puyallup 20 >84
Redmond 10,000
Sequim 12,000
Tacoma 10,000 Yes
University Place 10,000
Walla Walla 26,001
Woodland 14,500
*Excluding outside mirrors
**Includes any attached trailer
***if "used in a commercial enterprise"
Below are some examples of abbreviated regulations from various cities in Washington.
Auburn: No commercial vehicle allowed on any property zoned R‐4 thru R‐14. No more than
one commercial vehicle on any property within the R‐1 residential zone, and no more than
two commercial vehicles on any property within the RC zone.
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Bellevue: Commercial vehicles prohibited from parking overnight on residential properties
unless approved through a Home Occupation Permit.
Burlington: Must be stored in garage or private driveway.
Edmonds: No more than one commercial vehicle or any commercial vehicle > 10,000 pounds
licensed gross vehicle weight per dwelling unit on any lot in any R zoned district except as
allowed thru a conditional use permit.
Issaquah: No commercial vehicle allowed unless delivering goods or providing services.
Kent: No commercial vehicle allowed unless delivering goods or providing services.
Olympia: No commercial vehicles or trailers longer than 20’.
Mill Creek: No commercial vehicles or combination of vehicle and trailer > 6,000 lbs.
Puyallup: No commercial vehicle allowed for any period unless the vehicle is otherwise
screened from other property or the street.
Redmond: No commercial vehicle allowed for any period.
Questions for the Planning Commission:
Should the City of Renton regulate the parking of commercial vehicles on residential
properties?
If so, of the example definitions and regulations, which seem most appropriate?
Recreational Vehicles:
Similar to the commercial vehicle definitions and restrictions of various Washington cities, regulations
pertaining to the storage of recreational vehicles (RVs) (e.g., motorhomes, watercraft, and trailers) on
residential properties are also quite different among cities, albeit with some consistent similarities. For
example, many cities require RVs to be:
1. stored in the rear or side yard;
2. parked on an approved driveway or parking pad (i.e., allowed on impervious surfaces
installed in compliance with development standards);
3. screened from adjoining properties and the public right‐of‐way by 6’ solid board fencing or
landscaping;
4. Limited to one total or one in a specified area (e.g., in front of the house); and
5. Parked perpendicular to the street if the municipality allows any RVs to be parked in a front
yard setback or driveway.
Below are abbreviated codes of various Washington cities that regulate RVs on residential properties.
Issaquah:
RVs must be kept in a side or rear setback (must be parked on impervious surface).
Screening from adjacent properties is encouraged.
If the vehicle cannot be stored in a side or rear setback due to site constraints, the vehicle
must be parked off‐site during those extended times when not in use.
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Boats & trailers must be parked in a driveway or garage if not parked in the rear or side yard.
Screening is encouraged.
Olympia:
Vehicles, boats cannot be stored within 5’ of any side or rear property line without written
approval of the occupant of the adjoining property
Puyallup:
If rear yard is accessible or side yard large enough, the RV cannot be stored in the front yard
If parked in the front yard, must be parked on gravel or paved surface
Redmond:
Permitted Parking Locations (in order of preference):
Within a vented garage or carport;
In a side or rear yard;
Within a front yard on a driveway only, parked perpendicular to the right‐of‐way.
If none of the above locations are feasible, the recreational/utility vehicle must be
stored off‐site.
If parked on the side or rear of a lot, must be sight‐screened with landscaping from the street
if not parked perpendicular to that street.
Sequim: (these standards also apply to commercial vehicles)
Front yard: Only allowed in driveway for a period not to exceed 24 hours.
Side yard: Must be on a driveway or pad, provided the RV does not extend beyond the front
of the house.
Rear yard: Must be on a pad and must not obstruct the sight distance in alleyways.
Woodland:
Cannot park in the front building setback unless there is no reasonable access to the building
side yards or rear yards because of topography or other physical conditions on the site
No more than one recreation and/or utility vehicle shall be parked in the front setback
No more than three stored outside per single‐family lot
Kent:
No more than one may be stored outside an enclosed building
Mill Creek:
Cannot be parked or stored in any front yard or front yard setback area including the driveway.
Any vehicles stored in a side yard shall be fully screened from view from any public right‐of‐
way
Burlington:
May only be stored outside if on a private driveway
Bellevue:
First Preference: Housed within a vented garage, or within a carport which is sight‐screened
from abutting properties by solid board fencing or sight‐obscuring landscaping at least six feet
in height.
AGENDA ITEM #1. b)
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May be located within a side or rear yard if in compliance with setback requirements
applicable to accessory structures and sight‐screened from abutting properties by solid board
fencing or sight‐obscuring landscaping at least six feet in height.
If there is no reasonable access to a rear or side yard, either one vehicle (e.g., RV, watercraft,
or utility trailer) not exceeding 28 feet in length may be located in the front yard as follows:
In driveway perpendicular to the street, if primary structure setbacks are met and sight‐
screened from the closest abutting property by solid board fencing or landscaping >6’
high; or
Within the required front setback area if completely sight‐screened from the street and
from the closest abutting property. The sight screening must consist of plant material;
however, a gate is permissible if necessary to maneuver the vehicle or watercraft;
Vehicle or watercraft must be licensed and operable.
Recreational vehicles, watercraft and utility trailers exceeding 40 feet in length are not
permitted in any Residential Land Use Districts
Questions for the Planning Commission:
Should the City of Renton regulate the parking of recreational vehicles on residential
properties?
If so, of the example regulations, which seem most appropriate?
General Parking Restrictions:
As noted above, the City currently requires vehicles to be licensed and operable, and limits the
number of vehicles that may be parked outside of a garage on residential properties to four of any type.
In review of other municipal codes there seemed to be consistency among many codes with regard to the
following:
Restrict parking within sight distances of driveways or street intersections
Limit parking to impervious surfaces (asphalt, concrete, etc.)
Prohibit “spill‐over” parking onto public sidewalk or street
Require that recreational vehicles maintained in a clean, well‐kept state that does not detract
from the appearance of the surrounding area.
Questions for the Planning Commission:
Should the City consider changing the number of allowed vehicles? And, if so:
1. Increase maximum of four vehicles based on number of licensed drivers or based on lot
size?
2. Should recreational vehicles (motorhomes, boats, trailers, etc.) count towards the
maximum?
Staff Recommendation
None at this time.
AGENDA ITEM #1. b)
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Impact Analysis
Effect on rate of growth, development, and conversion of land as envisioned in the Plan
There are no anticipated effects.
Effect on the City’s capacity to provide adequate public facilities
There are no anticipated effects.
Effect on the rate of population and employment growth
There are no anticipated effects.
Whether Plan objectives are being met as specified or remain valid and desirable
Plan objectives are being met as specified or remain valid and desirable.
Effect on general land values or housing costs
There are no anticipated effects.
Whether capital improvements or expenditures are being made or completed as expected
Capital improvements or expenditures are being made or completed as expected.
Consistency with GMA and Countywide Planning Policies
Proposed amendments have no bearing on the GMA and Countywide Planning Policies.
Effect on critical areas and natural resource lands
There are no anticipated effects.
AGENDA ITEM #1. b)
DOCKET #167:
COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Planning & Development Committee Briefing
August 19, 2019
Presented by: Paul Hintz, Senior Planner AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Regulations requested by Code Compliance Division
Currently lack code that residents presume exist when filing a request
Protect property values and preserve neighborhood quality by
reducing visual blight
Current Regulations:
Each residential lot may park a maximum of four vehicles (of any
type) outside of any enclosed garage.
Vehicles must be licensed and operable
Presentation Format:
1.Recreational Vehicles (motorhomes, camping trailers, watercraft, &
trailers)
2.Commercial Vehicles
3.General Provisions Common in other Municipal Codes AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
1 2
Both parked on grass
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
All three parked in the front setback & broadside to the street AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
1 2 3
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
Boat #3 5th wheel RV
Boat #1
Car parked on grass
Boat #2
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE REC. VEHICLES?
ISSAQUAH:
Motorhomes must be kept in a side or rear setback (must be parked
on impervious surface).
Screening from adjacent properties is encouraged.
If the vehicle cannot be stored in a side or rear setback due to site
constraints, the vehicle must be parked off-site during those
extended times when not in use.
Boats & trailers must be parked in a driveway or garage if not parked
in the rear or side yard. Screening is encouraged.
OLYMPIA:
RVs cannot be stored within 5’ of any side or rear property line
without written approval of the occupant of the adjoining property
PUYALLUP:
If rear yard is accessible or side yard large enough, the RV cannot be
stored in the front yard
If parked in the front yard, must be parked on gravel or paved surfaceAGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE REC. VEHICLES?
REDMOND:
Permitted Parking Locations (in order of preference):
i.Within a vented garage or carport;
ii.In a side or rear yard;
iii.Within a front yard on a driveway only, parked perpendicular to
the right-of-way.
iv.If none of the above locations are feasible, the
recreational/utility vehicle must be stored off-site.
If parked on the side or rear of a lot, must be sight-screened with
landscaping from the street if not parked perpendicular to that street.
SEQUIM: (these standards also apply to commercial vehicles)
Front yard: Only allowed in driveway for a period not to exceed 24
hours.
Side yard: Must be on a driveway or pad, provided the RV does not
extend beyond the front of the house.
Rear yard: Must be on a pad and must not obstruct the sight distance
in alleyways. AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE REC. VEHICLES?
WOODLAND:
Cannot park in the front building setback unless there is no
reasonable access to the building side yards or rear yards because of
topography or other physical conditions on the site
No more than one RV shall be parked in the front setback
No more than three stored outside per single-family lot
KENT:
No more than one may be stored outside an enclosed building
MILL CREEK:
Cannot be parked or stored in any front yard or front yard setback
area including the driveway.
Any vehicles stored in a side yard shall be fully screened from view
from any public right-of-way
BURLINGTON:
May only be stored outside if on a private driveway AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE REC. VEHICLES?
BELLEVUE:
First Preference:Housed within a vented garage, or within a carport
which is sight-screened from abutting properties by solid board
fencing or sight-obscuring landscaping at least six feet in height.
May be located within a side or rear yard if in compliance with
setback requirements applicable to accessory structures (typically 5’)
and sight-screened from abutting properties by solid board fencing or
sight-obscuring landscaping at least six feet in height.
A.If there is no reasonable access to a rear or side yard, either one
vehicle (e.g., RV, watercraft, or utility trailer) not exceeding 28
feet in length may be located in the front yard as follows:
(continued on next slide)AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE REC. VEHICLES?
BELLEVUE:
A.If there is no reasonable access to a rear or side yard, either one
vehicle (RV, watercraft, or utility trailer) not exceeding 28 feet in
length may be located in the front yard as follows:
1.In driveway perpendicular to the street, if primary structure
setbacks are met and sight-screened from the closest abutting
property by solid board fencing or landscaping >6’ high; or
2.Within the required front setback area if completely sight-
screened from the street and from the closest abutting
property. The sight screening must consist of plant material;
however, a gate is permissible if necessary to maneuver the
vehicle or watercraft;
3.Vehicle or watercraft must be licensed and operable.
Recreational vehicles, watercraft and utility trailers exceeding 40 feet
in length are not permitted in any Residential Land Use Districts AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW SHOULD THE CITY REGULATE RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
QUESTIONS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Should the City of Renton regulate the parking
of recreational vehicles on residential
properties?
If so, of the example regulations (or mix of
examples), which seem most appropriate? AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
2 1
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
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1 2 3
AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW ARE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES DEFINED?
Length
Width
General definition
Gross vehicle weight
Gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR)AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW ARE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES DEFINED?
City Length
(feet)
Width*
(inches)
GVW
(lbs)**
GVWR
(lbs)**
RCW 46.04.140:
"Commercial vehicle" means any vehicle the principal use of
which is the transportation of
commodities, merchandise, produce, freight, animals, or
passengers for hire.
Auburn 26,001
Bellevue 19*
Burlington 20**10,000 Yes
Edmonds 10,000 Yes
Issaquah Yes
Kent 19*26,001
Mill Creek 6,000 Yes
Olympia > 80 9,000 Yes
Puyallup > 84***
Redmond 10,000
Sequim 12,000
University Place 10,000
Walla Walla 10,000
Woodland 14,500
*if “used in a commercial enterprise”
**includes any attached trailer
***excluding outside mirrors AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE COMM. VEHICLES?
AUBURN: (GVWR > 26,001 lbs)
No commercial vehicle allowed on any property zoned R-4 thru R-14
No more than one commercial vehicle on any property within the R-1
residential zone, and no more than two commercial vehicles on any
property within the RC zone.
BELLEVUE: (Length >19’ and semi trucks/tractor trailers)
Commercial vehicles are not permitted to be parked overnight on
residential properties unless approved through a Home Occupation
Permit.
BURLINGTON: (Length > 20’; Weight > 10,000 lbs.; general definition)
Must be stored in garage or private driveway
EDMONDS: (general definition)
No more than one commercial vehicle or any commercial vehicle >
10,000 pounds licensed gross vehicle weight per dwelling unit on any
lot in any R zoned district except as allowed thru a conditional use
permit. AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW DO OTHER CITIES REGULATE COMM. VEHICLES?
ISSAQUAH: (general definition)
No commercial vehicle allowed unless delivering goods or providing
services.
KENT: (GVWR > 10,000 lbs.; Length > 19’ & used for commercial)
No commercial vehicle allowed unless delivering goods or providing
services.
OLYMPIA: (GVWR > 9,000 lbs.; Width > 80; 20’ long trailers)
No commercial vehicles or trailers longer than 20’
MILL CREEK: (Weight > 6,000 lbs.; general definition)
No commercial vehicles or combination of vehicle and trailer >6,000
lbs.
PUYALLUP: (more than two axles or > 84” in width)
No commercial vehicle allowed for any period of time unless the
vehicle is otherwise screened from other property or the street
REDMOND: (Weight > 10,000 lbs.)
No commercial vehicle allowed for any period of time AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
HOW SHOULD THE CITY REGULATE COMMERCIAL
VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
QUESTIONS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Should the City of Renton regulate the parking
of commercial vehicles on residential
properties?
If so, of the example definitions and regulations
(or mix of examples), which seem most
appropriate? AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
Visible from the public street:
10 passenger vehicles, 2 motorhomes, one boat
2017 Aerial ImageAGENDA ITEM #1. c)
SHOULD THE CITY ADOPT PROVISIONS COMMON IN
OTHER MUNICIPAL CODES?
SUCH AS…
Restrict parking within sight distances of driveways or street
intersections
Limit parking to impervious surfaces (asphalt, concrete, etc.)
Prohibit “spill-over” parking onto public sidewalk or street
Require that recreational vehicles be maintained in a clean, well-kept
state that does not detract from the appearance of the surrounding
area.
CONSIDER CHANGES TO THE NUMBER OF ALLOWED VEHICLES?
Increase maximum of four vehicles based on number of licensed
drivers or based on lot size?
Should recreational vehicles (RVs, boats, etc.) count towards the
maximum?AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
Follow-up Planning Commission Briefing with
Staff Recommendation
August 21, 2019
NEXT STEPS
Staff Contact:
Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
425-430-7436
phintz@rentonwa.gov AGENDA ITEM #1. c)
DOCKET #167:
COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Planning & Development Committee Briefing
August 19, 2019
Presented by: Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
1 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
Regulations requested by Code Compliance Division
Currently lack code that residents presume exist when filing a request
Protect property values and preserve neighborhood quality by
reducing visual blight
Current Regulations:
Each residential lot may park a maximum of four vehicles (of any
type) outside of any enclosed garage.
Vehicles must be licensed and operable
DISCLAIMER:Some pictures in this presentation were not taken in the
City of Renton but are being shown as examples to illustrate the effect of
either not having regulations or how certain allowances might affect the
character of residential neighborhoods or impact adjoining properties.
2 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION REQUESTED:
1.Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 10,000 lbs.
2.Prohibit "for-hire" and commercially licensed vehicles on residential
property
3.Prohibit Semi-trucks and trailers on residential property
4.Require motorhomes to be parked on impervious surface and in side
or rear of house
5.Increase the restricted number of vehicles on residential property
bases on lot size (exclusive of critical areas)
COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
3 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
City Council has authorized staff to prepare an ordinance to prohibit the
following vehicles from parking in the public right-of-way:
COMMERCIAL AND LARGE VEHICLE
PARKING IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
and any vehicle…
With a GVW > 10,000 lbs., or
With a GVWR > 14,000 lbs.
Longer than 23 feet (inclusive
of attached trailers)
Wider than 84 inches
(exclusive of outside mirrors)
Taller than 9 feet
4
commercial vehicles
recreational and utility vehicles
(travel trailers, folding tent trailers,
motor homes, truck campers
removed from a truck or pickup,
horse trailers, boat trailers with or
without boats, other recreation
trailers and utility trailers, boats,
snowmobiles and other motorized
recreation vehicles)
…with exceptions for commercial
vehicles providing a service and RVs
being prepped for use.AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
Staff’s Recommendation:
No more than one commercial vehicle or any commercial vehicle with
a GVW exceeding 10,000 pounds per dwelling unit on any lot in any
residential zone except as allowed through a Temporary Use Permit,
provided that no semi-trucks, semi-cabs, tractor trailers will be
permitted.
HOW SHOULD THE CITY REGULATE COMMERCIAL
VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
Temporary Use Permits:
TUPs can be valid for up to 5 years
Considers effects on adjoining properties
Can require mitigation if necessary (e.g., screening)
Requires public notification
5 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
HOW ARE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES DEFINED?
City Length
(feet)
Width*
(inches)
GVW
(lbs)**
GVWR
(lbs)**
RCW 46.04.140:
"Commercial vehicle" means any vehicle the principal use of
which is the transportation of
commodities, merchandise, produce, freight, animals, or
passengers for hire.
Auburn 26,001
Bellevue 19*
Burlington 20**10,000 Yes
Edmonds 10,000 Yes
Issaquah Yes
Kent 19*26,001
Mill Creek 6,000 Yes
Olympia > 80 9,000 Yes
Puyallup > 84***
Redmond 10,000
Sequim 12,000
University Place 10,000
Walla Walla 10,000
Woodland 14,500
*if “used in a commercial enterprise”
**includes any attached trailer
***excluding outside mirrors
6 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
Source:https://www.uhaul.com/Truck-Rentals/
26 ft. Moving Truck
•GVW: 12,990 lbs.
•GVWR: 25,999 lbs.
•Length: 34’ 1”
•Width: 92” (7’ 8”)
•Height: 11’
20 ft. Moving Truck
•GVW: 8,895 lbs.
•GVWR: 14,500 lbs.
•Length: 26’ 7”
•Width: 92” (7’ 8”)
•Height: 10’ 2”
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COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE PARKING IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS
One of such
vehicle allowed
without a permit
Potentially
allowed
with a TUP AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
HOW SHOULD THE CITY REGULATE RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
Examples from other cities 11 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
Staff’s Recommendation:
Permitted Parking Locations (in order of preference):
i.Within a vented garage or carport;
ii.In a side or rear yard with >5’ setback for motorhomes and
travel/camper trailers, or watercraft taller than 8’;
iii.Within a front yard on a driveway and parked >5’ from side
property line and perpendicular to the street.
iv.If none of the above locations are feasible, the
recreational/utility vehicle must be stored off-site.
If parked broadside to a street on the side or rear of a lot, the RV must
be sight-screened from that street.
HOW SHOULD THE CITY REGULATE RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
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STAFF ’S RECOMMENDATION (ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE)
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Redmond:
Recreational vehicles may be occupied on a temporary basis not to exceed
30 days within one calendar year.
Bellevue:
One recreational vehicle may be used as a temporary dwelling on a lot
already containing another dwelling unit for up to five days without a permit
and for an extended period not to exceed 30 days upon issuance of a
Temporary Use Permit by the City.
Sequim:
May not be utilized as a residence unless a permit has been obtained for a
period of not to exceed seven calendar days. A maximum of four permits
may be obtained in any calendar year.
SHOULD THE CITY ALLOW TEMPORARY HABITATION OF
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY?
Staff’s Recommendation:
Allow for no more than 7 days without a permit and up to 30 days with
a Temporary Use Permit.
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SHOULD THE CITY ADOPT PROVISIONS COMMON IN
OTHER MUNICIPAL CODES?
Restrict parking within sight distances of driveways or street
intersections?
•Staff recommends evaluating restrictions within clear vision areas
through a separate Docket.
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SHOULD THE CITY ADOPT PROVISIONS COMMON IN
OTHER MUNICIPAL CODES?
Limit parking to impervious surfaces (asphalt, concrete, etc.)?
•Staff recommends requiring all vehicles except RVs
(motorhomes, watercraft on or off a trailer, and utility trailers) to
be parked on an impervious surface (for this purpose, existing
compacted dirt/gravel will be considered impervious)
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Prohibit “spill-over” parking onto public sidewalk or street?
•Staff recommends adopting code to enforce.
SHOULD THE CITY ADOPT PROVISIONS COMMON IN
OTHER MUNICIPAL CODES?
Examples from other cities 17 AGENDA ITEM #1. d)
SHOULD THE CITY ADOPT PROVISIONS COMMON IN
OTHER MUNICIPAL CODES?
Increase maximum number of allowed vehicles (currently four) based
on number of licensed drivers or based on lot size?
•Staff recommends allowing an additional vehicle for each resident
beyond four if their license and vehicle are registered to the
address.
•Staff also recommends allowing additional vehicles to be
approved through a Temporary Use Permit
Should recreational vehicles (RVs, boats, etc.) count towards the
maximum?
•Yes, Staff recommends continuing to include RVs in the maximum
vehicle count (i.e., no change).
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Follow-up Planning Commission Briefing with
Staff Recommendation
August 19, 2019
Public Hearing:
September 4, 2019
NEXT STEPS
Staff Contact:
Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
425-430-7436
phintz@rentonwa.gov
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