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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON,
AMENDING SECTION l-3-4.A OF CHAPTER 3,REMEDIES AND
PENALTIES,OF TITLE I (ADMINISTRATIVE),AND CHAPTERS 1-11
OF TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS),OF ORDINANCE NO.
4260 ENTITLED "CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF RENTON,WASHINGTON"TO REDUCE AND REORGANIZE THE
CITY'S DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS IN A MORE USER-
FRIENDLY AND LESS COSTLY TO AMEND FORMAT.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON,DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION l Section 1-3-4.A.8.c of Chapter 3,Remedies and Penalties,of Title
I (Administrative)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "'Code of General Ordinances of the City of
Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended by adding the following subsections,to read dS
follows:
(20)Violations of Exterior,Onsite lighting Regulations in RMC 4-4-075.
(21)Installing,maintaining and/or using an outdoor visible light or other source of
illumination which is on private residential property and produces direct illumination across an
abutting residential property of such intensity that it creates a nuisance or unreasonably interferes
with the use or enjoyment of the abutting residential property.
SECTION n.Chapter I,Administration and Enforcement,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code"of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"prior to the Table
of Contents of the Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Chapter I provides the framework for Title IV in teons of
identifying the City's authority to adopt development regulations,stating the relationship and
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consistency of the development regulations.with the Comprehensive Plan,providing for
interpretation and enforcement of the development regulations,listing fee information,and
referencing violation and penalty consequences.
SECTION III.Section 4-1-050,Roles and Responsibilities,of Chapter 1,
Administration and Enforcement,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to
read as follows:
4-1-050 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The regulation of land development is a cooperative activity including many different
elected and appointed boards and City staff.The specific responsibilities of these bodies are set
forth in RMC 4-8-070.
SECTION IV.Section 4-1-070.B,Instruments Implementing the Comprehensive
Plan,of Chapter I,Administration and Enforcement,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of
Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is
hereby amended to read as follows:
4-1-070 CONSISTENCY OF REGULATIONS WITH COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN:
B.INSTRUMENTS IMPLEMENTING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
In order to fully accomplish the objectives and principles of the Comprehensive Plan,all
resolutions and regulations of the City concerned with the development and welfare of the
community and its people shall be considered in light of the principles,objectives and policies
set forth in the Plan.To fulfill the requirements of chapters 35.63 and 36.70A RCW,and in the
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interest of public safety,health,morals and the general welfare,the following instruments will
implement the Comprehensive Plan:
1.Title IV -Development Regulations:
Chapter 1 Administration and Enforcement
Chapter 2 Zoning Districts:Uses and Standards
Chapter 3 Envirorunental Regulations and Overlay Districts
Chapter 4 City-Wide Property Development Standards
Chapter 5 Building and Fire Prevention Standards
Chapter 6 Street and Utility Standards
Chapter 7 Subdivision Regulations
Chapter 8 Permits -General and Appeals
Chapter 9 Permits -Specific
Chapter 10 Nonconforming Structures,Uses and Lots
2.Title 8-Health and Sanitation
Chapter 2 Storm and Surface Water Drainage
Chapter 4 Water
Chapter 5 Sewers
Chapter 6 Solid Waste Utility
Chapter 7 Noise Level Regulations
3.Title 10 -Traffic
Chapter 10 Parking Regulations
SECTION V.Section 4-1-080.D,Duty of Zoning Administrator -Conflicts,of
Chapter I,Administration and Enforcement,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of
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Ordinance No.4260 entitled ''Code ofGeneraLOrdinances ofthe City of Renton,Washington"is
hereby amended to read as follows:
4-1-080 INTERPRETATION:
D.DUTY OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR -CONFLICTS:
In the event that there is a conflict between either the development standards or special
development standards listed in chapter 4-2 RMC,Zoning Districts:Uses and Standards,and the
standards and regulations contained in another Section,the Zoning Administrator shall detennine
which requirement shaH prevail based upon the intent of the zones.Life,safety and public health
regulations are assumed to prevail.
SECTION VI.Chapter 2,Land Use Districts,of Title IV (Development
Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington"is hereby amended to be entitled "Zoning Districts:Uses and Standards."
SECTION VII.Chaprer 2,Zoning Districts:Uses and Standards,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"prior to the Table
of Contents of the Chapter.to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Chapter 2 contains zone-related land use regulations;and zone-
related development standards,primarily in tabular fonn.Chapter 2 additionally includes
provisions for interpreting the Zoning Map that delineates the zoning and overlay districts and
provisions for determining the permissibility of unclassified uses.Chapter 2 does not contain
procedural information.Related permit processes (e.g.site plan review.variance.conditional
use permit,etc.)are located in Chapters 8 and 9.In contrast,Chapter 3 applies to any property in
the City that contains certain environmental characteristics,and Chapter 3 also applies overlay
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districts that mayor may not include more than one zone in order to apply special use restrictions
and/or standards.Chapter 4 applies regulations to property city-wide,regardless of zone district.
SECTION VIII.Chapter 2,Zoning Districts:Uses and Standards,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Rent on,Washington"is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment "A."
SECTION IX.Chapter 3,Environmental Regulations and Special Districts,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to be entitled "Environmental
Regulations and Overlay Districts."
SECTIONX.Chapter 3.Environmental Regulations and Overlay Districts,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances ofthe City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"
prior to the Table of Contents of the Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Regulations restricting or governmg development of
environmentally sensitive areas,including shorelines of the state,are contained in Chapter 3.
These regulations are applied based on whether an environmentally sensitive or shoreline of the
state are present within or nearby a property,irrespective of zoning district.Overlay Districts
unrelated to zoning boundaries are also included,and may restrict uses or apply special
development standards.This Chapter does not contain procedural information.Related pennit
processes (i.e.shoreline permit procedures,aquifer permit procedures)are located in Chapters 8
and 9.
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SECTION XI.Section 4.3·050.1.3.a of Chapter 3,Environmental Regulations and
Overlay Districts,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code
of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.Independent Secondary Review:
3.Required -Sensitive and Protected Slopes,and Medium,High,or Very
High Landslide Hazards:All geotechnical reports submitted in accordance with subsection J2 of
this Section,Special Studies Required,and Chapter 4-8 RMC,Permits -General and Appeals,
shall be independently reviewed by qualified specialists selected by the City,at the applicant's
expense.An applicant may request that independent review be waived by the Department
Administrator in accordance with subsection D.4.b.Review Authority -Geologic Hazards,
Habitat Conservation,Shorelines,Streams and Lakes,and Wetlands.
SECTION XII.Section 4-3-050.0.1 of Chapter 3,Environmental Regulations and
Overlay Districts,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code
of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
I.General:See RMC 4-8-070,Authority and Responsibilities,and RMC 4-8-110.
SECTION XIII.Section 4-3-080 of Chapter 3,Environmental Regulations and
Overlay Districts,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled ''Code
of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-3-080 PUBLIC USEt'P"SUFFIX NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES:
A.NOTICE REQUIRED:
The owner of any property designated with a "P"suffIx shall be required to give written
notice to the owners of all property within a three hundred foot (300')radius of the site involved,
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as well as all residents and/or businesses within a three hundred foot (300')radius of the site or
facility,at least sixty (60)days in advance of any of the following:
1.A proposed change of use ofthe premises;
2.A proposed change of the major tenant and/or tenant group using the
premises if such a change is detennined by the PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Administrator or
designee to have probable major adverse impacts to the immediate surrounding area;or
3.Any proposed change of ownership of the premises.
Such notice shall not be required ifthe proposed change has been identified in a
Level IT Site Plan adopted pursuant to the Site Plan Review regulations in RMC 4-9.The notice
shall also invite these neighborhood property owners,residents and/or business persons to attend
an informational meeting in the area.hosted by the owner of the property or their representative.
B.NOTICE CON1ENT:
The notices shall indicate that a summary of the meeting shall be prepared by the owner
or owner's agent at least thirty (30)days in advance of any of the above three (3)actions in
Subsection A,Notice Required.At least fourteen (14)days in advance of the information
meeting,the owner,agency,or organization hosting the meeting shall give general notice of the
meeting in a local newspaper having broad circulation in the area.This meeting is intended to
explain the proposed changes and invite citizen input.
C.MEETING SUMMARY:
A summary of the meeting shall be mailed within seven (7)days of the meeting to the
Development Services Division and to all in attendance who request,in writing,to receive the
summary as well as parties that do not attend the meeting but request in writing to receive the
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surrunary.In addition,the Development Services Division shall receive and keep the summary of
the meeting in its preapplication files for future reference.
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D.SPECIAL
STRUCTIJRES;
HEIGHT ALLOWANCES FOR PUBLICLY-OWNED
Any publicly-owned structures on property designated with a "P"suffix shall be allowed
to develop pursuant to the special height exceptions for such uses contained in RMC 4-2-110.D,
Condition 9,4-2-1 IO.H,Condition 21,4-2-120.C,Condition 22,or 4-2-130.B,Condition 13,as
well as under the Level II Site Plan Review regulations.
SECTION XIV.A new Section,4-3-095,of Chapter 3,Envirorunental Regulations
and Special Districts,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added to read as
shown on Attachment "B."
SECTION XV.Section 4-3-120 of Chapter 3.Environmental Regulations and
Special Districts,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code
of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby deleted,and the remaining
section renumbered accordingly.
SECTION XVI.Chapter 4,Property Development Standards,of Title IV (Development
Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington"is hereby amended to be entitled UCity_Wide Property Development Standards."
SECTION XVII.Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development Standards,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled ''Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a Chapter Guide prior to the Table of
Contents,to read as follows:
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CHAPTER GUIDE:Chapter 4 contains regulations and standards governing site
development of property City-Wide,such as parking,landscaping,fencing,and others.This
Chapter does not contain procedural information.Related pennit processes (e.g.hobby kennel
license,parking modification,routine vegetation management pennit,grading,excavation and
mining permits,etc.)are located in Chapters 8 and 9.
SECTION XVIII.Section 4-4-010 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development
Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as fonows:
4-4-010
A.
STANDARDS AND REVIEW CRITERIA FOR KEEPING ANIMALS
PURPOSE AND INTENT:
Since the nature of growth generates greater competition by both humans and animals for
available space,it is imperative that growth and the keeping of animals be located appropriately
and managed effectively to ensure compatibility and harmony.In particular,animals need to be
monitored to lessen the impacts of noise,odor,and potential nuisance not only on-site but more
particularly to adjacent properties.Animal owners keep their animals for a variety of reasons
including,but not limited to,companionship,affection and protection.In order that the keeping
of animals may coexist harmoniously with adjacent and abutting uses.regulations are necessary.
B.AUTHORITY:
1.Responsibility:Responsibility for enforcement of the provisions of this
Section shall be as follows:
a.Animal Control Officer:All those matters related to care,
maintenance.and individual licensing.
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b.Development Services Division:All those matters concerning land
use and zoning.Any doubt regarding responsibility.will be administratively determined.
C.APPLICABILITY:
The keeping of animals by an owner/tenant where permitted in the zoning districts shall
comply with the requirements of this Section.These regulations shall apply to existing and future
cases where an owner/tenant is keeping animals.
D.EXEMPTIONS:
Household pets as defined in RMC 4-11-080 are a permitted use in all zoues in the City
and as such are not regulated by this Section provided they number three (3)or less.
E.PROHIBITED ANIMALS:
See RMC 6-6-12.
F.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR KEEPING ANIMALS:
1.Residence:It is assumed that an animal owner either lives on the property
where an animal is kept or has arranged with a tenant to care for the animal.
2.Shelter Location:Shelter shall be provided in clean structures located a
minimum of twenty five feet (25')from any property line unless otherwise speeified in RMC 4-
4-01O.G and H,Additional Requirements for Hobby Kennels (Four (4)to Eight (8)Animals),or
Additional Requirements for Kennels (Nine (9)or More Animals).Private barns and stables
shall be located a minimum of fifty feet (50')from any property line.All structures,corrals,
feeding,exercising,training,riding or other fucilities associated with commercial horse and pony
boarding,riding stables,and schools shall be located a minimum of fifty feet (50')from any
property line.
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3.Confinement:All animals shall be kept and maintained in a manner which
confmes their movement and activity to the premises of the owner/tenant.
4.Health and Safety:All animals shaH be kept in such a manner so as not to
create any objectionable noise.odor,or otherwise cause to annoy or become a public nuisance to
the health,safety or general welfare of any person.
5.Animal Waste:Animal waste shall he properly disposed of, and any
accumulated animal waste mwt not be stored within the shelter setback area.Steps must be taken
to minimize odor and the potential for the infestation of insects or the spread of disease.Any
storage of animal waste must not constitute a nuisance as defined in RMC 1-3.
6.Fencing:Electric and barbed wire fences may be used to confine animals
provided the conditions ofRMC 4-4-040,Fences and Hedges,are met.
G.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HOBBY KENNELS (FOUR (4)TO
EIGHT (8)ANIMALS):
1.Fencing Required:All open-run areas shall be surrounded by a six foot
(6)fence located a minimum often feet (10')from all property lines.
2.Waste Removal:Provision shall be made for the removal of animal and
food wastes,to keep the kennel free from the infestation of insects or rodents ·or disease,and
from obnoxious or foul odors.
3.Shelter Location:Shelter shall be provided in clean structur~s located
only in the rear yard Wlless the Development Services Division,based upon information
provided by an owner/tenant,determines that a side yard would be a better location for the
shelter.The sheller shall he located ten feel (10')from side and rear property lines.
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4.Hobby Kennel License:,A Hobby KelUlellicense is required per RMC 4-
9-100.
H.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR KENNELS (NINE (9)OR
MORE ANIMALS):
I.Shelter:Shelter shall be provided for animals in clean structures which
shall be kept structurally sound,maintained in good repair,contain the animals,and restrict
entrance of other animals.These structures,together with associated fWlS,shall be located a
minimum offifty feet (50')from any property line and must be located in a rear yard.
2.Food and Bedding:Suitable food and bedding shall be provided and
stored in facilities adequate to pr~)Vide protection against infestation or contamination by insects
or rodents.Refrigeration shall be provided for the protection ofperishable foods.
3.Waste Removal:Provision shall be made for the removal of animals and
food wastes,bedding,and debris disposal in order to keep the kennel free from the infestation of
insects,rodents,or disease and from obnoxious or foul odors.
4.Criteria for Indoor Kermel Facilities:Applicants for kennels must show
that indoor facilities have a sufficient heating and cooling system to provide a moderate
temperature throughout the year;a sufficient ventilation system to circulate the air;an adequate
natural or artificial lighting system to allow inspection and cleaning at any time of the day and
that interior wall and ceiling surfaces are constructed of materials which are resistant to the
absorption of moisture and odors.
5.Criteria for Outdoor Kermel Facilities:Outdoor facilities will be
constructed to provide shelter from the weather and associated elements while providing
sufficient space for animal movement and exercise.Adequate drainage must be provided to
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prevent water buildup and subsequent damage.and to facilitate waste removal.Adequate fences
or retaining walls must be constructed to contain animals and prevent intrusion by others.
I.REVIEW CRITERIA FOR KENNELS AND HOBBY KENNELS:
Special review criteria for all types of kennels to be considered by the Reviewing Official
are included in RMC 4-9-1 OO.F.
1.REVIEW CRITERIA FOR BOARDING AND STABLES:
For uses such as conunercial horse and pony boarding,riding stables,and schools the
conditional use criteria ofRMe 4-9-030 shall be applicable.
K.BEEKEEPING:
1.Minimum Setback:Hives shall be located a minimum of 25 feet from an
interior lot line,with the hive(s)entrance(s)facing away from the nearest property line.Hives
shall be located a minimum of one hundred feet from public and/or private rights-of-way or
access easements.
2.Maintenance Standards:
a Hives shall be maintained to avoid overpopulation and minimize
swarming,for example by requeening regularly,so as not to become a nuisance.
b.Hives shall be marked or identified to notify visitors.
L.NONCONFORMING USES:
In cases where the keeping of animals does not comply with these regulations,the
situation shall be classified as a nonconforming use.The owner/tenant shall be allowed to keep
the number of animals existing at the time the Section became effective (7-15-1985).
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1.Animal Replacement:Property owners/tenants who lose an animal after
the effective date of this Section shall not be allowed to replace the animal with a similar type of
animal.
2.Transferability:Furthermore,for the purposes of this Code,
nonconforming use rights belong to a property owner and are not attached to the property and
therefore are not transferable from one property owner to another with the sale of the property.
M.VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES:
1.Compliance with Current Code Regulations:In those situations where the
keeping of animals does not comply with these regulations and the situation is not classified as a
nonconforming use,then the owner shall have to comply with the Code regulations.
2.Fines:Violation of land use permits granted are subject to fines
established in this Code.All other violations of police regulations shall be administered in
accordance with Chapter 6-6 RMC,Animals and Fowl at Large.
SECTION XIX.Section 4-4-030 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development
Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Reoton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-4-030
A.
DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES AND REGULATIONS -GENERAL
INTENT:
It is the intent of this Section to provide the City,especially the Development Services
Division and the Hearing Examiner.with criteria to make consistent and rational land use
recommendations and decisions that (1)place the public health,safety and welfare paramoWlt;
(2)recognize property rights;(3)promote aesthetics,amenities and good design;(4)minimize
incompatibility of adjacent uses;(5)minimize pollution;(6)contain adverse impacts on-site;(7)
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make consistent and rational decisions and recommendations.Furthermore it is the intent of this
Section to comply with the various resolutions,codes and ordinances of the City and the State
Environmental Policy Act,as amended.
B.ADOPTION BY REFERENCE:
The goals,objectives,and policies as set forth in the following documents and related
studies or documents are presently in force or as modified from time to time are hereby
incorporated by reference and shall be considered as if fully set forth herein:
Cedar River Master Plan
Comprehensive Solid Waste Management PJan
Green River Valley Plan
Fire Department Master Plan
Airport Master Plan
King County Stonnwater Management Manual
Comprehensive Park,Recreation and Open Space Plan
Comprehensive Water System Plan
Long Range Wastewater Management Plan
King County Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS).
Shoreline Master Program
King County Solid Waste Management Plan
Countywide Planning Policies
Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan
Street Arterial Plan
Traffic Mitigation Resolution and Fee
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Parks Mitigation Resolution and_Fee
Fire Mitigation Resolut'ion and Fee
Comprehensive Plan
C.CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS:
1.Haul Routes:A construction plan indicating haul routes and hours,
construction hours,and a traffic control plan must be submitted to the Development Services
Division for approval prior to a construction permit being issued.
2.Haul Hours:Haul hours shall be restricted to the hours between eight-
thirty (8:30)a.m.and three-thirty (3:30)p.m.,Monday through Friday unless otherwise approved
in advance by the Development Services Division.
3.Permitted Work Hours in or Near Residential Areas:Construction
activities that require construction or building pennits and that are conducted in residential areas
or within three hundred feet (300')of residential areas shall be restricted to the following hours:
3.Single Family Remodel or Single Family Addition Construction
Activities:Single family remodel or single family addition construction activities shall be
restricted to the hours between seven o'clock (7:00)3.m.and ten o'clock (10:00)p.m.,Monday
through Friday.Work on Saturdays and Sundays shall be restricted to the hours between nine
o'clock (9:00)a.m.and ten o'clock (10:00)p.m.
b.Commercial,Multi-Family,New Single Family and Other
Nonresidential Construction Activities:Commercial,multi-family,new single family and other
nonresidential construction activities shall be restricted to the hours between seven o'clock
(7:00)am.and eight o'clock (8:00)p.m.,Monday through Friday.Work on Saturdays shall be
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restricted to the hours between nine o'clock (9,00)a.m.and eight o'clock (8 :00)p.m.No work
shall be permitted on Stmdays.
4.Emergency Extensions to Permitted Work Hours:The Development
Services Division Director is authorized to grant an extension of working time during an
emergency.An emergency shall include but is not limited to natural and manmade disasters.
5.Temporary Erosion Control:Temporary erosion control must be installed
and maintained for the duration of the project.This work must comply with the current King
County Surface Water Design Manual as adopted by the City of Renton and must be approved
by the Development Services Division.
6.Hydroseeding Required:Within thirty (30)days of completion of grading
work,the applicant shall hydroseed or plant an appropriate ground cover over any portion of the
site that is graded or cleared of vegetation and where no further construction work will occur
within ninety (90)days.Alternative measures such as mulch,sodding,or plastic covering as
specified in the current IGng County Surface Water Management Design Manual as adopted by
the City of Renton may be proposed between the dates of November 1st and March 31st of each
year.The Development Services Division's approval of this work is required prior to final
inspection and approval of the permit.
7.Construction Activity Standards -Aquifer Protection Area (APA)Zones 1
and 2:The following standards shall apply to construction activities occurring in the Aquifer
Protection Area if construction vehicles will be refueled on site and/or the quantity of hazardous
materials that will be stored,dispensed,used,and handled on the construction site,exclusive of
the quantity of hazardous materials contained in fuel or fluid reservoirs of construction vehicles,
will exceed twenty (20)gallons.Weight of solid hazardous materials will be converted to
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volumes for purposes of determining whether de minimus amount is exceeded.Ten (10)pounds
shall be considered equal to one gaUon.
a.Designated Person:There shall be a designated person on site
during operating hours who is responsible for supervising the use,storage,and handling of
hazardous materials and who shall take appropriate mitigating actions necessary in the event of
frre or spill.
b.Secondary Contaironent:Hazardous material storage.dispensing,
and refueling areas and,to the extent possible,use and handling areas shall be provided with
secondary contairunent in accordance with RMC 4-3-050.H.2.d(i),Secondary Containment -
Zones 1 and 2.
c.Securing Hazardous Materials:Hazardous materials left on site
when the site is unsupervised must be inaccessible to the public.Locked storage sheds,locked
fencing,locked fuel tanks on construction vehicles,or other techniques may be used if they will
preclude access.
d.Removal of Leaking Vehicles and Equipment:Construction
vehicles and stationary equipment that are found to be leaking fuel,hydraulic fluid,and/or other
hazardous materials shall be removed from the site and the aquifer protection area of'repaired in
place as soon as possible and may remain on the site in the interim only if leakage is completely
contained.
e.Flammable and Combustible Liquids -Storage and Dispensing:
Storage and dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids from tanks,containers.,and tank
vehicles into the fuel and fluid reservoirs of construction vehicles or stationary equipment on the
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construction site shall be in accordance with these standards and the Uniform Fire Code Section
7904.2.as adopted or amended by the City.
(Clean-Up Equipment and Supplies:Equipment and supplies
adequate for the immediate clean-up of the worst case release shall be stored on the construction
site in close proximity to hazardous materials.
g.Unauthorized Releases:Unauthorized releases as defined in RMC
4-11-210,Defmitions U,sball immediately be contained,reported,and cleaned up as required by
RMC 4-9-015.G,Unauthorized Releases.Contaminated soil,water,and other materials sball be
disposed of according to state and local requirements.
h.Application of Pesticides and Fertilizer:Application of pesticide
and fertilizer sball be in accordance with the requirements of RMC 4-3-050.H.3,Use of
Pesticides and Nitrates -AP A Zones 1 and 2.
1.Hazardous Materials Management Statement:A hazardous
materials management statement as described in RMC 4-8-120.D.8,Defmitions H,Hazardous
Materials Management Statement,shall be submitted to and approved by the Department prior to
issuance ofa pennit regulating construction activity in the AP A.
D.OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS:
l.Improvements Required:Whenever a building pennit is applied for under the
provisions of this Code for new construction of a multiple dwelling consisting of three (3)or
more units,public assembly,commercial or industrial structure or alteration of an existing
structure of said type,in excess of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00),then the person applying
for such building permit shall simultaneously make application for a permit,as an integral part of
such new construction or alteration thereof,for the building and installation of certain off-site
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improvements,including but not limited to water mains,drainage,sanitary sewer,all
improvements required by the street improvement regulations and the sulxiivision regulations
and all necessary appurtenances.Such off-site improvements (except traffic signalization
systems)sball extend the full distance of such property to he improved upon and sought to he
occupied as a building site or parking area for the aforesaid building purposes and which may
adjoin property dedicated as a public street.Traffic signalization off-site improvements shall be
installed pursuant to the provisions of the subdivision regulations.
2.Design Standards:All sidewalks shall he constructed to the City standards
and conform to standard specifications for municipal public works constructions,commonly
known as APWA Standards.
Street width and standards for construction shall be specified by the Administrator
of the PlanninglBuildingfPublic Works Department.All plans and specifications for such
improvements are to be submitted at time such application for a permit is made.
3.Permits Required:All permits required for the construction of these
improvements shall be applied for and obtained in the same manner,and with fees and
conditions as specified in RM:C Title 9,Public Ways and Property,relating to excavating or
disturbing streets,alleys,pavement or improvements.
E.CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO
PERMANENT OCCUPANCY PERMIT ISSUANCE:
There is hereby added an additional condition to the issuance of any pennanent
occupancy permit.No permanent occupancy permit shall be granted until all on-and off-site
improvements required of the project shall be constructed.and approved by the City or
alternatively deferred or waived pursuant to RM:C 4-9-060 or 4-9-250.C.
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F.DEFERRAL OF REQUIRED IMPROVEMENTS:
See RMC 4-9-060.
G.CHANGE OF USE AND NEW CONSTRUCTION REQUIRES CERTIFICATE
OF OCCUPANCY:
1.Certificate of Occupancy Required:No vacant land shall be occupied or
used and no building hereafter erected shall be occupied or used,nor shall the use of a building
be changed from a use limited to one district to that of any other district as defined by this Title
until a certificate of occupancy shall have been issued by the Building Inspector.Certificate of
occupancy for the use of vacant lands or the change in the use of land as herein provided shall be
applied for before any such land shall be occupied or used,and a certificate of occupancy shall
be issued within ten (10)days after the application has been made.providing such use is in
confonnity with the provisions of these regulations.
2.Application Required Prior to Permitting Excavation:No permit for
excavation for any building shall be issued before the applicati<;:m has been made for certificate of
occupancy.See also RMC 4-9-130,Occupancy Permits.
3.Certificate of Use Available Upon Request:Upon a written request of the
owner,the Building Inspector shall issue a certificate of occupancy for any building or land
existing at the time this Code takes effect,certifYing,after inspection,the use of the building or
land and whether such use conforms to the provisions of the Code.Where a plat as above
provided is not already on file,an application for a certificate of occupancy shall be accompanied
by a survey in duplicate fonn such as is required for a permit.
H.USE OF EXISTING STRUCTURES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF NEW
STRUCTURES:
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1.Conditionally Authorized:When an existing structure or use is being
replaced elsewhere on a lot,the structure being replaced,if remaining during the interim,shall
not be considered as countable or measurable development under the provisions of this Code
when:
a.The structure has been condemned as a threat to the public health,
welfare,or safety and cannot be reoccupied;or
b.The applicant has provided the City with sureties and/or other
devices satisfactory to the City Attorney to ensure compliance with lot coverage and other
possible requirements prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the replacement
structure(s),or within a reasonable period thereafter.
2.Exception for Public Owned or Operated Uses:Unless the Councilor
Hearing Examiner makes a determination that such a surety device should be provided,no such
device shall be required for a public owned or operated use having a "P"suffIx designation.
I.HABITATION OF TRAVEL TRAILERS OR RECREATIONAL VEHlCLES:
Except as authorized in Temporary Use Permits,RMC 4-9-240,recreational vehicles,
travel trailers.tents,or other temporary shelters shall not be used for habitation.
SECTION XX.Section 4-4-060.H.9 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as
follows:
9.Soil Erosion and Sedimentation:Soil erosion and sedimentation shall be confmed
to the site by such means as a temporary cover of vegetation,mulches,diversions,sedimentation
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ponds or other acceptable methods.No toxic materials shall be allowed to wash from the site or
be discharged into receiving watercourses.
SECTION XXI.A new Section 44-060.Q of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,with the
remaining two sections renumbered accordingly,and to read as follows:
Q.PERMITS AND FEES:
Grading,Excavation and Mining Permits and Licenses are required per RMC 4-9-080 for
major and minor activities.Submittal requirements are listed in RMC 4-8-120,Submittal
Requirements -Specific to Application Type.Application fees are listed per RMC 4-1,
Administration and Enforcement.
SECTION XXII.Section 4-4-070 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development
Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-4-070
A.
LANDSCAPING
PURPOSE AND INTENT:
Landscaping requirements are established to provide JmOlmUm on-site 'landscaped
standards necessary to maintain and protect property values and enhance the image and
appearance of the City.
B.APPLICABILITY:
These requirements apply to all uses except single family and two (2)family residential
uses.
C.PLANS REQUIRED:
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Site plans and landscaping plans shall be required with applications for building permits.
The plan shall contain the information required by RMC 4-8-120 and must be approved for
issuance of a building permit.
D.GENERAL LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS:
1.Compliance with Zone Standards Required:See specific Zone
requirements listed in chapter 4-2 RMC.
2.Parking Lot Landscaping Requirements:Parking lot landscaping
requirements shall be as listed in RMC 4-4-080.F.7.
3.Existing Plant Material: Existing trees and other vegetation on the site of a
proposed development may be used where practical if the quality is equal to or better than
available nursery stock.Existing desirable vegetation should be preserved where applicable.
4.Protection of Fragile Natural Environments:Areas of fragile natural
environments should be protected from development and.encroachment.
5.Preservation of Unique Features:Ifpracticable.unique features within the
site should be preserved and incorporated into the site development design (such as springs,
streams,marshes,significant vegetation,rock out-croppings and significant ravines).
6.Green River Valley Landscaping Requirements:Any development in the
Green River Valley shall provide a minimum of two percent (2%)of the total site for
landscaping suitable for wildlife habitat.These areas should not be dispersed throughout a site,
but should be aggregated in one portion of the property.Where possible,the required 2%
landscaping for adjacent properties should be contiguous.This landscaping is in addition to any
other landscaping requirements by this Section or any other regulation. - A drainage swaJe,
planted with vegetation suitable for habitat,may be counted toward the 2%additional landscape
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requirement if the Reviewing Official determines that the proposed planting plan and swale
design will function to meet the intent of these regulations,including,but not limited to,that the
facility slope aod fencing design would not inhibit wildlife use.The following map depicts the
boundaries ofthis area.
[NOTE TO CODlFIER:RETAIN MAP IN CODIFIED VERSION/
7.Compliance with Shorelines Master Program:Any development within the
protected shorelines area shall be required to meet the standards and requirements of the City of
Renton Shorelines Master Plan.
8.Slopes:Stripping of vegetative slopes where harmful erosion and run-off
will occur shall be avoided.The faces of cut aod fill slopes shall be developed aod maintained to
control against erosion.This control may consist of effective planting.The protection for the
slopes shall be installed within thirty (30)days of grading completion and prior to a request for
final project approval.Where slopes are not subject to erosion due to the erosion-resistant
character of the materials such protection may be omitted with the permission of the Public
Works Department,provided that this protection is not required by the rehabilitation plan.
9.Erosion Control Devices:Where necessary,check dams,cribbing,riprap
or other devices or methods shaH be employed to control erosion and sediment,provide safety
and control the rate of water run-off.
10.Underground Irrigation System Required:Underground irrigation systems
shall be installed and maintained in all landscaped areas.The irrigation system shall provide full
water coverage of the planted areas as specified on the plan.
E.LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION:
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All approved landscaping shall be completed on site before the issuance of an occupancy
permit.
F.DEFERRAL OF LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS:
Deferral of improvements,due to seasonal planting difficulties,plant shortages,or to the
fact that the project is impacted by a pending public works project,may be requested pursuant to
RMC 4-9-060,Deferred Improvements.
G.AMENDED LANDSCAPING PLAN:
The approved landscaping requirements may be modified upon request to the
Development Services Division.The plans may be approved,denied or returned to the applicant
with suggestions for changes that would make them acceptable.
H.MAINTENANCE:
I.Maintenance Required:Landscaping required by this Section shall be
maintained by the owner and/or occupant and shall be subject to periodic inspection by the
Development Services Division.Plantings are to be maintained in a healthy,growing condition
and those dead or dying shall be replaced within six (6)months.Property owners shall keep the
planting areas reasonably free of weeds and litter.
2.Failure to Maintain Landscaping:The Development Services Division
Director is authorized to notify the owner and/or agent that any installed landscaping as required
by the Development Services Division is not being adequately maintained and the specific nature
of the failure to maintain.The Development Services Division shall send the property owner or
agent written notice,specifying what corrections shall be made.
I.DAMAGED LANDSCAPING:
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Upon request of the City,any landscaping required by City regulations which is damaged
must be replaced with like or better landscaping as determined by the Planning/Building/Public
Works Department Administrator.
SECTION XXIU.Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development Standards,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended by adding a new Section,4-4-075,"Lighting,
Exterior Onsite,"which shall read as shown on Attachment "C."
SECTION XXIV.Section 4-4-080.F.5 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is bereby amended to read as
follows:
5.Lighting:Any lighting on a parking lot shall illuminate only the parking lot and
shall be designed and located so as to avoid undue glare or reflection of light pursuant to RMC 4-
4-075,Exterior Onsite Lighting.Light standards shall Dot be located so as to interfere with
parking stalls,stacking areas and ingress and egress areas.
SECTION XXV.Section 4-4-080.F.8 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Tide IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended as shown
in Attachment "D."
SECTION XXVI.Section 4-4-080.F.10.e of Chapter 4,"City-Wide Property
Development Standards"of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as
shown in Attachment "E."
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SECTION XXVII.Section 4-4-090 ·of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development
Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled ''Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended as to read as follows:
4-4-090
A.
REFUSE AND RECYCLABLES STANDARDS
APPLICABILITY:
All new developments for multi-family residences,commerciaL industrial and other
nomesidential uses shall provide on-site refuse and recycJables deposit areas and collection
points for coHection of refuse and recyclables in compliance with this Section.
B.EXEMPTION FOR SINGLE FAMILY AND 2-ATTACHED RESIDENCES
(DUPLEXES):
Single family and two attached residences (duplexes)shall be exempt from these
requirements for refuse and recyclables deposit areas.
C.GENERAL REQillREMENTS APPLICABLE TO ALL USES (EXCEPT
SINGLE FAMILY AND 2-ATTACHED DWELLING UNITS):
1.Dimensions:Dimensions of the refuse and recyclables deposit areas shall
be of sufficient width and depth to enclose containers for refuse and recyclables,and to allow
easy access.
2.Location in Setback or Landscape Areas Prohibited:Outdoor refuse and
recyclables deposit areas and collection points shall not be located in any required setback or
landscape areas.
3.Special Setbacks from Residential Properties:Outdoor refuse and
recyclables deposit areas and collection points shall not be located within 50 ft.of a property
zoned RC,R-l,R-5,R-8,R-IO,R-14,or RM,except by approval by the Reviewing Official
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through the site plan review process,or via the modification process if exempt from site plan
review.
4.Obstruction Prohibited:Collection points shall be located in a manner so
that hauling trucks do not obstruct pedestrian or vehicle traffic on-site,or project into any public
right-of-way.
5.Collocation Encouraged:When possible,the recyclables deposit areas and
collection points shall be located adjacent to or near garbage collection areas to encourage their
use.
6.Signage Required:Refuse or recycJables deposit areas shall be identified
by signs not exceeding two (2)square feet.
7.Architectural Design of Deposit Areas to Be Consistent with Primary
Structure:Architectural design of any structure enclosing an outdoor refuse or recyclables
deposit area or any building primarily used to contain a refuse or recyclables deposit area shall
be consistent with the design of the primary structure(s)on the site as determined by the
Development Services Division Director.
8.Screening of Deposit Areas:Garbage dumpsters,refuse compactor areas,
and recycling collection areas must he fenced or screened.A six foot (6')wall or fence shall
enclose any outdoor refuse or recyclables deposit area.In cases where Zoning Code fencing
provisions conflict with the six foot (6')wall or fence requirement,the Zoning Code provisions
shall rule.Refuse and recyclables deposit areas located in industrial developments that are
greater than one hundred feet (l00')from residentially zoned property are exempted from this
wall or fence requirement.
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9.Minimum Gate Opening.and Minimum Vertical Clearance:Enclosures for
outdoor refuse or recyc1ables deposit areaslcoUection points and separate buildings used
primarily to contain a refuse or recyclables deposit area/collection point shall have gate openings
at least twelve feet (12')wide for haulers.In addition,the gate opening for any separate building
or other roofed structure used primarily as a refuse or recyclables deposit area/collection point
shall have a vertical clearance of at least fifteen feet (15').
10.Weather Protection:Weather protection of refuse and recyclables shall be
ensured by using weather-proofed containers or by providing a roof over the storage area.
11.Approval of Screening Detail Plan Required:A screening detail plan must
be approved by the f?evelopment Services Division prior to the issuance of building or
construction permits.
D.MOLTI-FAMIL Y DEVELOPMENTS -ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
DEPOSIT AND COLLECTION AREAS:
The refuse and recyclables deposit area and collection points for multi-family residences
shall be apportioned,located and designed as follows:
l.Minimum Size:A minimum of one and one-half (1-1/2)square feet per
dwelling unit in multi-family residences shall be provided for recyclables deposit areas,except
where the development is participating in a City-sponsored program in which individual recycling
bins are used for curbside collection.A minimum of three (3)square feet per dwelling unit shall
he provided for refuse deposit areas.A total minimum area of eighty (80)square feet shall he
provided for refuse and recyclables deposit areas.
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2.Minimum Number of Deposit Areas:There shall be a minimum of one
refuse and recyclables deposit area/collection point for each project.There shall be at least one
deposit arealcollection point for every thirty (30)dwelling units.
3.Dispersal of Deposit Areas:The required refuse and recyclables deposit
areas shall be dispersed throughout the site when a residential development comprises more than
one bnilding.
4.Location within Structures Possible:Refuse and recyclables deposit areas
and collection points may be located in separate buildings/structures or outdoors.Refuse and
recyclables deposit areas may be located within residential buildings,providing that they are in
compliance with the Uniform Fire Code,and that collection points are easily and safely
accessible to hauling trucks.
5.Maximum Distance from Building Entrance:Refuse and recyclables
deposit areas and collection points shall be located no more than two hundred feet (200')from a
conunon entrance of a residential building,allowing for easy access by residents and hauling
trucks.
E.COMMERCIAL,INDUSTRIAL,AND'ODlER NONRESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENTS -ADDITIONAL REQillREMENTS FOR DEPOSIT AND COLLECTION
AREAS:
The refuse and recyclables deposit areas and collection points for conunercial,industrial
and other nonresidential developments shall be apportioned,located and designed as follows:
1.Location:Refuse and recyclables deposit areas and collection points may
be allocated to a centralized area,or dispersed throughout the site,in easily accessible areas for
both users and hauling trucks.
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2.Accessibility May Be Limited:Access to refuse and recyclables deposit
areas and collection points may be limited,except .during regular business hours and/or specific
collection hours.
3.Office,Educational and Institutional Developments -Minimum Size:In
office,educational and institutional developments,a minimum of two (2)square feet per every
one thousand (1,000)square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for recyclables
deposit areas and a minimum of four (4)square feet per one thousand (1,000)square feet of
building gross floor area shall be provided for refuse deposit areas.A total minimum area of one
hundred (100)square feet shall be provided for recycling and refuse deposit areas.
4.Manufacturing and Other Nonresidential Developments -Minimum Size:
In rmnufacturing and other nonresidential developments,a minimum of three (3)square feet per
every one thousand (1,000)square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for
recyclables deposit areas and a minimum of six (6)square feet per one thousand (1,000)square
feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for refuse deposit areas.A total minimum area
of one hundred (100)square feet shall be provided for recycling and refuse deposit areas.
5.Retail Developments -Minimum Size:In retail developments,a minimum
of five (5)square feet per everyone thousand (1,000)square teet of building gross floor area
shall be provided for recyclables deposit areas and a minimum of ten (10)square feet per one
thousand (1.000)square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for refuse deposit
areas.A total minimum area of one hundred (100)square feet shall be provided for recycling and
refuse deposit areas.
F.MODIFICATIONS:
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Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this
Section,modifications may be granted for individual cases in accordance with the procedures
and review criteria in RMC 4-9-250.D
G.APPEALS:
Any decisions made in the administrative process described in this Section may be
appealed to the Board of Public Works within fIfteen (15)days and fIled,in writing,with the
Board chairman or secretary.The Board of Public Works shall give substantial weight to any
discretionary decision of the City rendered pursuant to this Section.
SECTION XXVIII.A new Section,4-4-095,of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,to read as
follows:
4-4-095
A.
SCREENING AND STORAGE HEIGHTILOCATION LIMITATIONS:
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this section is to provide screening standards for mechanical equipment
and outdoor service and storage areas to reduce visibility,noise,and related impacts while
allowing accessibility for providers and users.
B.APPLICABILITY:The standards contained in this section shall apply to:
1.New or Replacement Equipment!Activity:All proposals for new or
replacement surface mounted equipment,rooftop equipment,outdoor storage,loading,repair,
maintenance,work and/or retail areas.
2.Enlargement or Exterior Modifications of Existing Structures:Sites with
existing surface mounted equipment,rooftop equipment,outdoor storage,loading,repair,
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maintenance,work and/or retail areas,that are not screened in conformance with this Section
shall be required to conform to the screening requirements of this Section if enlarged or altered
when the cost of additions,expansions,or alterations exceeds 50 percent of the assessed value of
the existing structure or use shall result in the application of this Section;provided,that interior
alterations or improvements which do not result in the exterior modification of an existing
building,structure,or use shall be exempt from these provisions.
C.AUTHORITY:
The Reviewing Official for a development pennit that includes the uses and activities in
subsection 8.2 and exceeds the thresholds in subsection B.3 shall determine compliance with
these standards concurrently with any development permit review.
D.SURFACE MOUNTED EQUIPMENT:
1.General Screening:All on-site surface mOlmted utility equipment shall be
screened from public view.Screening shall consist of equipment cabinets enclosing the utility
equipment,solid fencing or a wall of a height at least as high as the equipment it screens,or a
landscaped visual barrier allowing for reasonable access to equipment.Equipment cabinets,
fencing,and walls shall be made of materials and/or colors compatible with building materials.
1.Industrial Zone Exemption;Surface mounted equipment located in
industrial developments that are greater than one hundred feet (100')from residentially zoned
property and/or public streets are exempted from requirements in subsection D.l,General
Screening.
E.ROOF-TOP EQUIPMENT:
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All operating equipment located on theIoor of any building shall be enclosed so as to be
screened from public view,excluding telecommunications equipment.Shielding shall consist of
the following:
1.New Construction:Roof wells,clerestories,or parapets,walls,solid
fencing,or other similar solid,nonreflective barriers or enclosures as determined by the
Reviewing Official to meet the intent of this requirement.
2.Additions to Existing Buildings:Where the existing roof structure cannot
safely support the required screening,or where the integrity of the existing roof will be
compromised by the screening,the Reviewing Official may authorize painting of the equipment
to match the approximate color of the background against which the equipment is viewed,or an
equivalent nonstructural method to reduce visibility.
F.OurOOOR STORAGE,LOADING,REPAIR,MAINTENANCE AND WORK
AREAS:
1.Outdoor Loading -Multi-Family Zones.Loading areas shall be screened
by a solid barrier fence or landscaping,or some combination thereof as determined by the
Reviewing Official,through the site plan review process or the modification process for site
plan-exempt proposals.
2.Outdoor Loading,Repair,Maintenance and Work Areas -Commercial
and Industrial Zones:Screening is not required,except when the subject commercial or industrial
lot abuts or is adjacent to a residential-zoned lot,i.e.Re,R-l,R-5, R-8,RMH,R-lO,R-14,RM,
and the regulated activity is proposed on the side of the property abutting or adjacent to the listed
zones.In such cases,a fence,or landscaping,or a landscaped berm,or a combination thereof is
required as detennined by the Reviewing Official to achieve adequate visual or acoustical
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screening.These provisions may be modified ..by the Reviewing Official through the site plan
review process,or the modification process for site-plan exempt proposals,where the applicant
can show that the same or better result will occur because of creative design solutions,unique
aspects or use,etc.
3.Outdoor Storage -Commercial or Industrial Zones.When permitted by
the underlying zone,outdoor storage must be screened from adjacent or abutting properties and
public rights-of-way.Outdoor storage uses shall provide sight-obscuring fences or solid walls a
minimum of 6'in height,herming,and/or landscaping as determined by the Reviewing Official
to achieve adequate visual or acoustical screening.Outside storage shall not be permitted in any
required setback area.Products or materials covered by buildings with roofs but without sides
shall be considered outside storage and subject to the screening provisions of this Section.
Exterior sales of autos,boats and motorcycles are not considered outdoor storage.
a.Special Outdoor Storage Height Requirements,Industrial Zones:
Limited to fifteen feet (15')in height or one story.
G.VEIllCLE STORAGE SCREENING,CA ZONE:
In lieu of subsection "3"above,vehicle storage screening shall include the following:
fencing,benning,enclosing walls and landscaping,as determined by the Reviewing Official,
sufficient to achieve substantial visual and acoustical screening,shall be provided to screen
adjacent and abutting properties,public rights-of-way and limited right-of-ways.
H.OUTDOOR RETAIL SALES -CD ZONE:
Outdoor Retail Sales uses in the CD Zone must be fully enclosed on aU sides and
screened from view of adjacent uses and abutting public streets.
I.VARIANCES:
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A variance to standards that are not otherwise allowed to be altered via another process in
accordance with Subsection D through G may be sought pursuant to RMC 4-9-250.
J.APPEALS:
See RMC 4-8-110.
SECTION XXIX.Section 4-4-IOO.E.5.i of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as
follows:
1.Special Requirements for Specified Uses m the
Commercial Office (CO),Light Industrial (IL),Medium Industrial
(1M),and Heavy Industrial (IH)Zones within One Hundred (100)
Feet ofa Lot Zoned RC,R-I,R-5, R-8,R-IO,R-14,and RM:
I.Specified Uses -CO Zone
•Retirement Residences
•Eating and Drinking Establishments
•Retail Sales
•Indoor Recreation
•Onsite Services
•Convalescent Centers
II.Specified Uses -IL,1M,IH Zones
•Mini-Mart
•Ousite Services
Ill.Sign Allowances for Specified Uses in Subsections
E.5.i.i.and E.5.i.ii:
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•,_Freestanding Signs:One freestanding sign per
street frontage.Freestanding signs shall be
limited to six feet (6)in height ahove grade aod
ten feet (10')from any public right-of-way.
Each sign shall not exceed an area of one square
foot for each lineal foot of property frontage,
not to exceed one hundred (100)square feet per
sign face and a maximum of two hundred (200)
square feet including all sign faces.
•Wall Signs:In addition to the freestanding
sign(s),wall signs are permitted with a total
copy area not exceeding ten percent (IOO,fo)of
the building facade to which it is applied.
SECTION XXX.Section 4-4-1oo.E.5.j of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as
follows:
J.Self Storage Uses in the RM-I Zone:Signage for permitted self-storage
uses in the RM-I zone shall comply with subsection E.5.i of this section except that freestanding
signs shall be limited to two (2)signs or one per street frontage,whichever is greater.
SECTION XXXI.Section 4-4-130.G of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development
Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as follows:
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G.ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PERMIT REVIEW PROCESS:
Permits for routine vegetation management.shall be processed consistent with RMC 4-9-
195,Routine Vegetation Management Pennits.
SECTION XXXII.Section 4-4-130.H.1 of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended,to read as
follows:
H.PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR LAND DEVELOPMENTIBUILDING
PERMITS:
1.Plan Required:When a development permit is submitted to the City it shall be
accompanied by a land clearing and tree cutting plan.Where it is not practicable to retain all
trees on site due to a proposed development,the plot plan shall identify those trees which are
proposed for removal.Where the drip line of a tree overlaps an area where construction activities
will occur,this shall be indicated on the plot plan.Trees shaH be shown on the plan as follows:
a.For allowed activities,including allowed exemptions,modifications,and
variances,show all trees proposed to be cut on priority tree retention areas:slopes twenty five
(25%)or greater,high or very high landslide areas,and high erosion hazard areas.
b.Show trees to be cut in protected critical areas:wetlands,streams,
floodways,slopes forty percent (40%)or greater,very high landslide hazard areas,and critical
habitat if the activity is exempt or allowed by the critical areas regulations in RMC 4-3-050.C.5,
Specific Exemptions.
c.Show all trees to be retained in critical area buffers.
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d.Show trees to be cut along shorelines,streams,and lakes and in their
buffers.
e.Show trees proposed to be cut within required zoning setbacks along
perimeter of development.
f.In all other areas of the site,trees to be cut can be indicated generally with
clearing limits.
SECTION XXXIII.Section 4-4-140.N,Vinlations of this Chapter and
Penalties,of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property Development Standards,of Title IV (Development
Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington"is hereby deleted.
SECTION XXXIV.A new Section,4-4-150,of Chapter 4,City-Wide Property
Development Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,to read as
follows:
4-4-150 VIOLATIONS OF TillS CHAPTER AND PENALTIES
Penalties for any violations of any of the provisions of this Chapter shall be in accord
with Chapter 1-3 RMC.
SECTION XXXV.Chapter 5,Building and Fire Prevention Standards,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington'"is hereby amended by adding a ''Chapter Guide"prior to the Table
of Contents of the Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Chapter 5 provides structural and design information typically
required by architects,engineers,and contractors.These regulations primarily consist of the
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adoption and amendment of Uniform codes for building,mechanic~plumbing,electrical,fire
protection,and others.Related permit processes-.(e.g.occupancy permits,etc.)are located in
Chapters 8 and 9.Fee-related information is located in Chapter 1.
SECTION XXXVI.Sections 4-5-120.N and 0 of Chapter 5,Buildiog and Fire
Prevention Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"are hereby deleted.
SECTION XXXVII.A new Section,4-5-130,of Chapter 5,Buildiog and Fire
Prevention Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,to read as
follows:
4-5-130 APPEALS:
Appeals shall be filed as stipulated io RMC 4-8-110.
SECTION XXXVIII.A new Section,4-5-140,of Chapter 5,Buildiog and Fire
Prevention Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,to read as
follows:
4-5-140 VIOLATIONS OF THIS CHAPTER AND PENALTIES:
Chapter 6,Street and Utility Standards,of Title IV
Penalties for any violations of any of the provisions of this Chapter shall be in accord
with Chapter 1-3 RMC.
SECTION XXXIX.
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"prior to the Table
of Contents of the Chapter,to read as follows:
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CHAPTER GUIDE:The development-related requirements for water,sewer,stonn
drainage and street construction are contained ..in Chapter 6.Fee-related information for
developers and builders (i.e.utility fees,including system charges)is found in Chapter 1.Pennit
application submittal and review requirements (e.g.,public works pennits,etc.)are located in
Chapter 8.Non-development related utility and street regulations (e.g.monthly stormwater
service fees or garbage collection procedures,and others)are found in Title 8 or 9.
SECTION XL.Chapter 7,Subdivision Regulations,of Title IV (Development
Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"prior to the Table of Contents of
the Chapter,to read as foIlows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Chapter 7 contains procedures and review criteria for subdivisions,
binding site plans,and lot line adjustments.Submittal requirements can be found in Chapter 8,
and fee information can be found in Chapter 1.Detailed improvement requirements,such as
streets and utilities can be found in Chapter 6.
SECTION XLI.Chapter 8,Pennits and Decisions,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to be entitled "Permits -General and Appeals."
SECTION XLII.Chapter 8,Pennits -General and Appeals,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide"prior to the Table
of Contents of the Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GillDE:This chapter implements State regulatory reform requirements for
permit review.classifies permits,indicates which Responsible Official has the authority to make
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recommendations,decisions,or consider appeals,and lists submittal requirements for all
development-related permits and decisions of the ,City.While Chapter 8 provides the overall
review framework regarding submittal and hearings,Chapter 9 contains the permit-specific
review procedures and criteria,such as conditional use permit,site plan review,variance,etc.
Both Chapters should be reviewed in tandem.
SECTION XLIII.Section 4-8-070 of Cbapter 8,Pennits -General and
Appeals,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-8-070
A.
AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
REVIEW AUTHORITY:
ORADMINISTRATOR
RMC 4-8-080.G,Land Use Pennit Procedures,lists tbe development applications and
outlines the responsible review authority associated with making recommendations,conducting
open record public hearings,open record appeals,the responsible official for the permit decision,
and appeal bodies.
B.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
The regulation of land development is a cooperative activity including many different
elected and appointed boards and City staff.The specific responsibilities of these"bodies are
listed as set fortb in RMC 4-070.C tbrougb J and 4-8-080.G.
C.PLANNINGIBUILDINGIPUBLIC WORKS
DESIGNEE:
1.Authority:The PlanninglBuilding/Public Works Administrator or his or
her designee shall review and act on the following:
a.Building and grading permits,
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b.Conditional approval permits for nonconforming structures,
c.Conditional use permit,administrative,
d.Critical area regulation alternates and modifications,
e.Critical areas regulation administrative determinations per RMC 4-
f.Interpretation of flood insurance rate map boundaries,
g.Lot line adjustments,
h.Modifications:
I.Minor modifications to previously approved site plan,
II.Modifications of stonn drainage requirements,
lll.Modification of geologic hazard regulations for man-made
slopes,
IV.Modifications/waivers of sewer code requirements,
I.Public art exemption certificate,
j.Review of business licenses for home occupations,
k.Routine vegetation management permits,
l.Shoreline exemptions,
m Shoreline permits,
n.Short plats -four (4)or less,
o.Site plan approval,administrative,
p.Site plan review (individual phases),level II,
q.Temporary emergency wetland permits,
f.Temporary use permits,
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s.Variances -Administrative pursuant to RMC 4-9-250.B.l.c,
1.Waivers of right-of-way dedication for plat.
2.Modifications of the number of required parking stalls and the
requirements of the parking,loading and driveway regulations.
3.Modifications to development standards m the Centers Residential
Demonstration Overlay District and the Urban Center Design Overlay District.
D.BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS:
The Board of Public Works shall review and act on the following:
1.Appeals of administrative decisions/determinations regarding requests for
modification of stann drainage regulations,
2.Revocable permits for the temporary use of public right-of-way,
3.Sewer modifications,alternates,and appeals pursuant to RMC 4-9-250.D
and E and 4-8-11O.D,respectively,
4.Variances from chapter 8-7 RMC,Noise Level Regulations,
5.Waivers
a.On-and off-site improvements (including deferrals),
b.Allowing a commercial or multi-family residential driveway grade
of between 8%and 15%.
E.ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE:
The Environmental Review Committee shall:
1.Make threshold determinations for environmental checklists,
2.Make determinations regarding whether an optional public hearing IS
needed for a site plan review application,
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3.Authorize circulation of,draft environmental impact statements,
4.Approve and issue [mal environmental impact statements,
5.Approve mitigation conditions for mitigated determinations of
nonsignificance and final environmental impact statements.
F.BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
The Board of Adjustment shall review and act on the following:
I.Variances not associated with a development pennit that requires review
by the Hearing Examiner,provided the variance authority is not specifically given to another
authority elsewhere in this Chapter,and any building permits submitted in"conjunction with such
variance application,
2.Appeals Relating to Uniform Building Code Sections:Section 105,
Section 110,and Section 1.18 -Alternative Materials.
G.PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Planning Commission shall review and act on the following:
I.Comprehensive Plan:Duties related to the Comprehensive Plan as
described in chapter 2-10 RMC,Planning Commission.
2.Shoreline Master Program Amendments:Recommendations to City
Council regarding Shoreline Master Program Amendments after holding public hearing.
3.Area-Wide Zoning:The Planning Commission,in conducting area land
use analysis,may from time to time recommend to the City Council area-wide zonings to
implement the recommended amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
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4.Land Use Regulations and Processes:Upon Council request and based
upon the goals and policies of the Comprehensive.Plan,recommendations to Council regarding
effective and efficient land use regulations and processes.
H.HEARING EXAMINER:
t.Authority:The Hearing Examiner shall review and act on the following:
3.Appeals of administrative decisions/determinations and ERe
decisions (including,but not limited to,parking,sign,street,tree cutting/routine vegetation
management standards,and Urban Center Design Overlay District regulations),excepting
determinations of whether an application is a bulk storage facility which shall be appealable to
the City Council,
b.Appeals relating to RMC 4-5-060,Uniform Code for the
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings,
c.Bulk storage special permit and variances from the bulk storage
regulations,
d.Conditional approval permit for nonconfonning uses,
e.Conditional use permit,
f.Fill and grade permit,special,
g.Level II site plan review (overall plan)and major amendments to
an overall master site plan,
h.Mobile home parks,preliminary and fmal,
1.Shoreline conditional use permit,
J.Shoreline variance,
k.Short plat -five (5)to nine (9)lots,
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L Site plan approvals requiring a public hearing,
m.Special permits,
n.Variances from the critical areas regulations listed in RMC 4-9-
250.B.l.the land clearing and tree cutting regulations,the wireless conununication facility
development standards,the provisions of the subdivision regulations relating to short plats,and
variances associated with a development permit that requires review by the Hearing Examiner,
o.Building permits submitted in conjunction with any of the above.
and
p.Interpretation:It shall be the duty of the Hearing Examiner to
interpret the provisions of chapter 4-2 RMC,Land Use Districts,in such a way as to cany out the
intent and purpose of the plan thereof,as shown by the maps fixing districts,accompanying and
made part of this Code,in cases where the street layout actually on the ground varies from the
street layout as shown on the maps aforesaid.
2.Recommendations:The Hearing Examiner shall hold a hearing and make
recommendations to the City COlUlCil on the following:
a.Rezones,site specific,in conformance with the Comprehensive
Plan,
b.Preliminary plats,
c.Planned unit developments,
d.Special permits requiring Council approval.
e.Variances from the provisions of the subdivision regulations
relating to a full subdivision.
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3.Appeals:Unless otherwise specified,any decision of the Environmental
Review Committee or the PlanningIBuildingfPublic Works Administrator or his or her designee
in the administration of this Title shall be appealable to the Hearing Examiner as an
administrative determination pursuant to RMC 4-8-11 D.E,Appeals.
I.CITY COUNCIL:
The City Council shall review and act on the following:
1.Annexations,
2.Appeals of Hearing Examiner decisions (any appeal from a Hearing
Examiner's decision,whether an appeal from an administrative determination or an original
decision,shall be appealable to the City Council pursuant to RMC 4-8-11O.E.8.b),
3.Appeals of staff determinations of whether or not a proposal is considered
a bulk storage facility,
4.Comprehensive Plan map or text amendment,
5.Dedications of property for public purposes,
6.Development and zoning regulations text amendment,
7.Final plats,
8.Preliminary plats,
9.Planned unit developments,preliminary and final,
10.Release of easements,
11.Rezones with associated Comprehensive Plan amendment,
12.Rezones with associated Comprehensive Plan map or text amendment,
13.Street vacations,
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14.Variances from the provisions of the subdivision regulations relating to a
full subdivision,
1.REVIEW AUTHORITY FOR MULTIPLE PERMIT APPLICATIONS:
Where required permits are subject to different types of permit review procedures,then
all the associated applications are subject to the highest level of review authority that applies to
any of the required applications.
SECTION XLIV.Section 4-8-080.B of Chapter 8,Pennits -General and Appeals,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as follows:
B.REVIEW PROCESS BASED UPON APPLICATION TYPE:
Subsection G of this Section lists the development applications and explains the basic
steps in the review process.This table also outlines the responsible review authority.More
specific details regarding specific land use application procedures and decision criteria are
located in Chapter 4-9 RMC,Pennits -Specific.
SECTION XLV.Section 4-8-080.C of Chapter 8,Pennits -General and Appeals,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the <;:ity of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as follows:
C.CONSOLIDATED REVIEW PROCESS FOR MULTIPLE PERMIT
APPLICATIONS:
1.Optional Process Resulting in a Single Open Record Public Hearing;An
applicant may elect to have the review and decision process for required permits consolidated
into a single review process.Consolidated review shall provide for only one open record hearing
and no more than one closed record appeal period.An appeal of an environmental determination
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of significance (OS)is exempt from limits .on the number of appeals.Where hearings are
required for permits from other local,State,regional,or Federal agencies,the City will cooperate
to the fullest extent possible with the outside agencies to hold a single joint hearing.A flowchart
showing the time line for processing a combined land use,environmental,and building permit
application is included in subsection H of this Section.
2.Review Authority for Multiple Permit Applications:Where more than one
land use permit application is required for a given development,an applicant may file all related
permit applications concurrently,pay appropriate fees,and the processing may be conducted
under the consolidated review process.Where required permits are subject to different types of
permit review procedures,then all the applications are subject to the highest-number procedure,
as identified in subsection G of this Section,and highest level of review authority.as identified
in RMC 4-8-070,that applies to any of the applications.
SECTION XLVI.Section 4-8-080.G of Chapter 8,Permits -General and Appeals,of
Title IV (Development Regnlations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as shown on
Attachment "F."
SECTION XLVII.Section 4-8-080.H,Type II -Land Use Permits,of rhapter 8,
"Permits -General and Appeals"of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260
entitled ''Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to
read as shown on Attachment "G."
SECTION XLVIII.Section 4-8-110.B of Chapter 8,Permits -General and Appeals,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended.to read as follows:
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B.DECISION AIJIHORITY:
RMC 4-8-080.0,Land Use Permit Procedures,lists the development permits reviewed by
the City and the review authority responsible for open record appeals,closed record appeals and
judicial appeals.Where required permits are subject to different types of permit review
procedures,then all the applications are subject to the highest-number procedure,as identified in
RMC 4-8-080.G,and highest level of review authority,as identified in RMC 4-8-070,that
applies to any of the applications.
SECTION XLIX.Section 4-8-120.C of Chapter 8,Permits -General and Appeals,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended by adding the information
shown in Attachment "'II"to the Land Use Applications Submittal Requirements table.
SECTION L.Section 4-8-l20.D.14 of Chapter 8,Permits -General and
Appeals,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled ''Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended to read as follows:
14.Defmitions N:
Neighborhood Detail Map:A map,drawn at a scale of one inch equals one
hundred feet (I"~100')or one inch equals two hundred feet (I"~200')(or other scale approved
by the Development Services Division Director).The map shall show the location ofthe subject
site relative to the property boundaries of the surrounding parcels within approximately one
thousand feet (1,000')or approximately two thousand five hundred feet (2,500')for properties
over five (5)acres and identifying the subject site with a darker perimeter line than that of
surrounding properties.The map shall also show the:property's lot lines,existing land uses,
building outlines,City boundaries of the City of Renton (if applicable),north arrow (oriented to
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the top of the plan sheet),graphic scale used for the map,and City of Renton (not King County)
street names for all streets shown.
Nonconformity Relationship and Compatibility Narrative:For
Nonconfonning Use or Structure Rebuild Approval Permits,include drawings,photographs,or
other visual aids that show the relationship of the existing structure or building to its
surroundings.Include studies or reports that support the applicant's contention that the existing
nonconforming use or structure is compatible with the surrOlUlding area and its uses.
Notation of Geologic Risk by Engineer:A letter of notation on the design
drawings prepared by a structural engineer and submitted at the time of the pennit application
stating that he or she has reviewed the geotechnical report,understands its recommendations,has
explained or has had explained to the owner the risks of loss due to earth movement on the site,
and has incorporated into the design the recommendations of the geotechnical report and
established measures to reduce the potential risk of injury or damage that might be caused by any
earth movement predicted in the report.
SECTION LI.Seetion 4-8-120.D.19,Definitions S,of Chapter 8,Pennits -
General and Appeals,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended by
revising the following definitions,to read as follows:
Site Plan,Land Use Review,Level I:A single fully dimensioned plan sheet drawn at a
scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1"=20')(or other scale approved by the Development
Services Division Director)clearly indicating the following:
a.Name of proposed project,
b.Date,scale,and north arrow oriented to the top of the paper/plan sheet,
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c.Drawing of the subject .property with all property lines dimensioned and
names of adjacent streets,
d.Widths of all adjacent streets and alleys,
e.The location of all existing public improvements including,but not limited
to,curbs,gutters,sidewalks,median islands,street trees,fire hydrants,utility poles,etc.,along
the full property frontage,
f.Location and dimensions of existing and proposed structures,parking and
loading areas,driveways,existing on-site trees,existing or proposed fencing or retaining walls,
freestanding signs,easements,refuse and recycling areas,freestanding lighting fixtures,utility
junction boxes,public utility transformers,storage areas,buffer areas,open spaces,and
landscaped areas,
g.The location and dimensions of natural features such as streams,lakes,
marshes and wetlands,
h.Ordinary high water mark,existing and proposed,if applicable,
1.For wireless communication facilities,indicate type and locations of
existing and new plant materials used to screen facility components and the proposed color(s)for
tbe facility,
J.A legend listing the following must be included on one of the site plan
sheets:
I.Total square footage of the site,
H.Square footage (by floor and overall total)of each individual
building and/or use,
Ill.Total square footage of all buildings (footprint of each building),
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IV.Percentage of lotcoverage,
v.Square footage of all landscaping (total,parking lot,and wildlife
habitat),
VI.Allowable and proposed building height,
VB.Building sethaeks required by Code,
VIII.Proposed building setbacks,
lX.Parking analysis,including:
•Number of stalls required,by use;number of stalls provided,
by use,
•Sizes of stalls and angles,
..Location and number of handicap stalls,compact,employee
and/or guest parking stalls,
..Location and size of curb cuts,
..Traffic flow within the parking,loading,and maneuvermg
areas and ingress and egress,
..Location of wheel stops,
..Loading space,
..Stacking space,
..Location and dimensions of bicycle racks,carpool parking
spaces,and other facilities designed to accommodate access to
the site,
..Square footage of interior parking lot landscaping.
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k.Footprint of all proposed.abutting and adjacent buildings showing the
location of building entrances,window openings,.landscape features (required for Urban Center
Design Overlay District review packet only).
I.For Nonconforming Use or Structure Rebuild Approval Permits:draw on
the scaled plan the exact sizes and locations of existing structures and uses,whether damaged or
not;write on the scaled plan the dates these structures/uses were established;on a separate sheet,
identify the subject property,abutting lots and buildings and list adjacent and abutting land uses.
Stream and Lake Data:Stream and lake data include the following information,
prepared as specified:
a.Field Location:The ordinary high water mark shall be flagged in the field by a
qualified consultant.The field flagging must be accompanied by a stream or lake reconnaissance
report.
b.Reconnaissance Report:The report shall include the following information:
I.In addition to any submittal requirements in chapter 4-8,Pennits -
General and Appeals,the site map(s)shall indicate:
(1)The entire parcel ofland owned by the applicant and the ordinary
high water mark detennined in the field;
(2)Top view and typical cross-section views of the stream or lake bed,
banks,and buffers to scale;
(3)The vegetative cover of the stream or lake,banks,and the site
identification of the dominant plant and animal species;
II.Stream or Lake Assessment:A narrative report shall be prepared to
accompany the site plan which describes:
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(1)The vegetative cover of the stream or lake,banks,and the site,
identifying the dominant plant,fish,and animal species;
(2)If mitigation is proposed,a mitigation plan which includes baseline
information,environmental goals and objectives,performance standards,construction plans,a
monitoring program and a contingency plan;
(3)If stream or lake or associated buffer changes are proposed,the
applicant shall evaluate alternative methods of developing the property using the following
criteria in this order:
•Avoid any disturbances to the stream,lake or buffer,
•Minimize any stream,lake or buffer impacts,
•Compensate for any stream,lake or buffer impacts,
•Restore any stre~lake or buffer area impacted or lost
temporarily,and
•Enhance degraded stream or lake habitat to compensate for lost
functions and values;
(4)Any proposed alteration of lakes or stream shall be evaluated by
the Department Administrator using the above hierarchy.
SECTION LII.Chapter 9,Procedures and Review Criteria,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to be entitled "Permits -Specific."
SECTION LIII.Chapter 9,Permits -Specific,of Title IV (Development
Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
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Washington"is hereby amended by adding a ::Chapter Guide"prior to the Table of Contents of
the Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:This Chapter contains detailed permit process and evaluation
criteria for the various permits and requests,including,but not limited to.conditional use
permits,site plan review,variances,etc.While Chapter 9 contains the permit-specific review
criteria and procedures,Chapter 8 provides general procedura~submittal,and appeal procedures.
Both chapters should be reviewed in tandem.
SECTION LIV.A new Section,4-9-065,Density Bonus Review,of Chapter 9,
"Permits -Specific"of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,to read as
shown in Attachment "l."
SECTION LV.Section 4-9-100 of Chapter 9,Pennits -Specific,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended,to read as follows:
4-9-100
A.
B.
C.
HOBBY KENNEL LICENSE PROCESS:
PURPOSE:(Reserved)
APPLICABILITY:(Reserved)
1.Exemptions:(Reserved)
AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The Development Services Division,when satisfied that all requirements for hobby
kelU1els are met,shall approve the issuance of the hobby kennel license.The Zoning
Administrator shall provide documentation to the Finance Department that the proposed kennel
complies with the requirements of this Section.
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D.SUBMITIAL REQUIREMENTS AND FEES:
Shall be as listed in RMC 4-1-170,Land Use Review Fees,and 4-8-120.C,Submittal
Requirements.
E.NOTIFICATION AND COMMENT PERIOD:
1.Notification:Public notice shall be accomplished consistent with RMC 4-
8-090 Public Notice Requirements.Property owners within three hundred feet (300')of the
proposed hobby kennel property shall be notified of the application.The applicant is responsible
for providing current mailing labels and postage to the Development Services Division.
2.Comment Period and Decision:The Notice of Application comment
period shall expire prior to the issuance of a decision by the Development Services Division
Director or designee.The Director may approve,conditionally approve or deny the proposed
application.
F.DECISION CRITERIA:
The Development Services Division Director shall review Hobby Kennel proposals for
compatibility of the proposal with the surrounding neighborhood.Factors to be considered in
determining such compatibility are:
I.Tbe proposed location of the hobby kennel will not have an adverse effect
on abutting or adjacent properties.
2.Past history of animal control complaints relating to the dogs and cats of
the applicant at the address for which the hobby kennel license is applied.
3.Facility specifications/dimensions in which the dogs and cats are to be
maintained.
4.Animal size,type and characteristics of breed.
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5.The zoning classification of the premises on which the hobby kennel is
maintained.
6.Compliance with the requirements of RMC 4-4-010,Standards and
Review Criteria for Keeping Animals,and 4-4-01O.G,Additional Requirements for Hobby
Kennels (Four (4)to Eight (8)Animals.
G.CONDITIONS:
The Development Services Division Director or designee,in reviewing a hobby kennel
license application,may require soundproofing as it deems necessary to ensure the compatibility
of the hobby kennel with the surrour>ding neighborhood.Other conditions may he applied based
upon the determination of the Director or designee that conditions are warranted to meet the
purpose and intent of applicable regulations and decision criteria.
H.PERIOD OF VALIDlTY,INDIVIDUAL LICENSES:
A Hobby Kennel license shall be valid as long as the operator is in compliance with the
City requirements and has not had the Hobby Kennel license and related home occupation
license revoked or renewal refused.In addition,all animals shall be individually licensed
according to the regulations fOWld in chapter 5-4 RMC,Animal Licenses.
I.VIOLATION AND PENALTIES:
1.Revocation of Business License:If,after conducting an investigation the
Reviewing Official fmds that the operation of such Hobby Kennel home occupation is in
violation of the provisions ofthis Section and/or the tenns and conditions subject thereto,he or
she shall refer the [mdings to the City Finance and Information Services Director who may
revoke the home occupation business license pursuant to RMC 5-5-3.G,General Business
License Penalties.
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2.License -Waiting Period Following Revocation or Refusal to Renew:For
a period of one year after the date of revocation Of.refusal to renew,licenses shall not be issued
for hobby kennels to applicants who have previously had such license revoked or renewal
refused.In addition,the applicant must meet the requirements of this Section or any provisions
of the animal control authority.
3.Civil Penalties:Notwithstanding the revocation powers of the Finance
and Information Services Director,penalties for any violation of any of the provisions of this
Section shall be in accord with RMC 1-3-2,Civil Penalties.
J.APPEAL:
The applicant or a citizen may appeal the decision of the Reviewing Official pursuant to
RMC 4 8-110,Appeals.
SECTION LVI.Section 4-9-120 of Chapter 9,Permits -Specific,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-9-120 NONCONFORMING USES/STRUCTURES
PERMITS:
A.PURPOSE OF PERMIT:
REBUILD APPROVAL
The purpose of a Rebuild Approval Permit is to allow nonconforming uses and/or
structures that became nonconforming as a consequence of Code amendments in June 1993 and
thereafter,to be re-established and/or rebuilt in certain zoning districts where they woukl
normally be prohibited because the costs associated with re-establishing the use and/or structure
exceed fifty percent (50%)of their most recently assessed or appraised value prior to the loss or
damage.
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B.APPLICABILITY:
The owner of any existing building or structure that was legally established and has been
continuously occupied,or a use that has been continuously in existence on the site but is now
nonconforming because of a change in City Codes in June 1993 or thereafter,may apply for a
Rebuild Approval Permit.Uses or structures that cannot substantiate that they were legal at the
time they were established shall not be eligible for this permit.
C.AUTHORITY:
The Hearing Examiner shall hear all requests for Rebuild Approval Permits for
noncooforroing uses.The Planning/BuildinglPublic Works Administrator shall make
determinations regarding Rebuild Approval Permit applications for nonconforming structures,
unless such applications are coupled with Rebuild Approval Permit applications for
nonconforming uses that are being heard by the Hearing Examiner.
D.SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS AND FEES:
Submittal requirements and fees shall be as specified in RMC 4-1-170,Land Use Review
Fees,and 4-8-120C,Land Use Applications.
E.REVIEW CRITERIA FOR NONCONFORMING USES:
The Reviewing Official may issue a Rebuild Approval Permit only when the continuance
of the use is determined to be in the public interest and such uses are:(1)found to be compatible
with other existing and potential uses/structures in the general area;or (2)can be made to be
compatible with the application of appropriate conditions.The Reviewing Official shall consider
the following factors when considering a request for a Rebuild Approval Pennit for a
nonconforming use.In order to grant the permit.at least four (4)of these factors shall be
complied with.
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1.Community Need:There shaH be a community need for the proposed use
at its present location;and the continuance of the nonconforming use should not result in either
the detrimental overconcentration of a particular use within the City or within the area
surrounding the site.
2.Location:The existing location is or can be made suitable for the existing
use.
3.Effect on Adjacent Property:The existing nonconforming use has not
resulted in undue adverse effects on adjacent properties from noise.traffic,glare,vibration,etc.,
(i.e.,does not exceed normal levels in these areas emanating from surrounding permitted uses).
4.Historical Significance:The existing use was associated with a historical
event or activity in the community and as a result has historical significance.
5.Economic Significance:The existing use provides substantial benefit to
the community because of either the employment of a large number of people in the community,
the generation of considerable retail and/or business/occupation tax revenues to the City.or it
·provides needed affordable housing.
6.Timeliness with Existing Plans and Programs:Because of the anticipated
market timing for permitted uses in the zone,retention of the existing nonconforming use would
not impede or delay the implementation of the City's Comprehensive Plan.
F.REVIEW CRITERIA FOR NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES:
The Reviewing Official may issue a Rebuild Approval Permit only when the continuance
of the structure is determined to be in the public interest and such structures are:(1)fOWld to be
compatible with other existing and potential uses/structures in the general area;or (2)can be
made to be compatible with the application of appropriate conditions.The
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PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Administrator shall consider the following factors,when
considering a request for a Rebuild Approval Permit for a nonconforming structure.In order to
grant the permit,helshe shall fmd that at least three (3)of the following criteria have heen
satisfied:
1.Architectural andlor Historic Significance:The structure represents a
unique regional or national architectural style or an innovation in architecture because of its style,
use of materials,or functional arrangement,and is one of the few remaining examples ofthis.
2.Architectural Compatibility with Surrounding Structures:The
nonconforming building or structure was part of a unified streetscape of similar structures that is
unlikely to be replicated unless the subject structure is rebuilt per,or similar to,its original plan.
3.Potential of Site for Redevelopment:Redevelopment of the site with a
conforming structure is unlikely either because the size of the existing lot may be too small to be
economicaL or because the characteristics of adjacent pennitted uses (that might normally be
expected to expand to such a site)currently might preclude their expansion.Typically,economic
hardship would not be considered for a variance,but is a consideration here.
4..Condition of Building/Structure:If nonconforming as to the provisions of
the City's Building Code,the building or structure and surrounding premises have generally been
well maintained and is not considered to be a threat to the public health,welfare,or safety,or it
could be retrofitted so as not to pose such a threat.
5.Departure from Development Regulations:If nonconforming with the
provisions of the City'S development regulations,the building or structure does not pose a threat
to the public health,welfare or safety,or could be modified so as not to pose such a threat.
G.DECISION OPTIONS:
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The approving body may grant,with or without conditions,or deny a requested Rebuild
Approval Permit.Such a permit,if granted,typically would carry conditions with it pertaining to
how a damaged structure would be allowed to redevelop.The approving body may.for example,
limit the tenn and duration of the Rebuild Approval Pennit as well as impose conditions.
H.CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Conditions imposed by the approving body shall reasonably assure that nuisance or
hazard to life or property will not develop.A Rebuild Approval Permit for a nonconforming use
and/or structure may,for example,be conditioned upon the provision and/or guarantee by the
applicant that necessary public improvements,facilities,utilities and/or services needed to
support the use/structure will be provided,or the provision of other features that would make the
use/structure more compatible with its surroundings.
I.EXPIRATION:
Conditions imposed relating to the duration of a permit for a use or structure should also
reflect reasonable amortization periods for any substantial upgrades to the premises that are
required by City Code.
1.EXTENSIONS:(Reserved)
K.APPEALS:
The fmal decision of the Reviewing Official on a Rebuild Approval Permit application is
appealable pursuant to RMC 4-8-110.
SECTION LVII.A new Section,4-9-195,Routine Vegetation Management Pennits,
of Chapter 9,"Permits -Specific,"of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.
4260 entitled ''Code of Generai Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"is hereby added,
to read as follows:
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ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PERMITS:
PURPOSE:
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This Section provides a permit process for routine vegetation management implementing
the Tree Cutting and Land Clearing Regulatious in RMC 4-4-130.
B.AUTHORITY:
The City's Development Services Division Director,or his duly authorized
representative,is hereby authorized and directed to interpret and enforce all the provisions of this
Section.
C.APPLICABILITY,EXEMPTIONS,AND PROIDBITED ACTIVITIES:
1.General Applicability;The regulations of this Section apply to any
developed,partially developed or undeveloped property where routine vegetation management
activities are undertaken.
3.Permit Required for Routine Vegetation Management on
Undeveloped Properties:Any person who perfonns routine vegetation management on
undeveloped property in the City must obtain a routine vegetation management permit prior to
performing such work.
b.Permit Required to Use Mechanical Equipment:Except where use
of mechanical equipment is specifically listed as exempt,any person who uses mechanical
equipment for routine vegetation management,land clearing,tree cutting,landscaping,or
gardening on developed,partially developed or WIdeveloped property must obtain a routine
vegetation management pennit prior to perfonning such work.
c.Tree Cutting - Solar Access or Pasture Land:A routine vegetation
management permit is required for tree cutting in greater amoWIts than specified WIder partially
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exempt actions in subsection C2 of RMC 4-4-130,Allowable Tree Cutting Activities,for any
property where tree cutting is proposed without.an associated land development pennit.A
routine vegetation management pennit may be issued allowing tree cutting only in the following
cases:
1.For purposes of allowing solar access to existing structmes;
or
11.To create pasture land where agricultural activities are
permitted uses in the zone.
Any tree cutting activities shall be the minimum necessary to accomplish the purpose,
and shall be consistent with subsection D.2 ofRMe 4-4-130,Restrictions for Critical Areas.
2.Exemptions:Refer to RMC 4-4-130.C.
3.Prohibited Activities:Refer to RMC 4-4-130.D.
D.PROCEDURES AND REVIEW CRITERIA:
Permits for routine vegetation management shall be processed as follows:
1.Submittal:An application for a routine vegetation management pennit
shall be submitted to the Development Services Division together with any necessary fees as
required in chapter 4-1 RMC.
2.Information Required:A routine vegetation management permit
application shall contain the information requested.in RMC 4-8-120,Submittal Requirements-
Specific to Application Type.
3.Time:The permit shall be reviewed administratively within a reasonable
period of time.
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4.Routine Vegetation Management Pemllt Conditions:The routine
vegetation management permit may be denied or 'conditioned by the City to restrict the timing
and extent of activities in order to further the intent of this Section including:
a.Preserve and enhance the City's aesthetic character and maintain
visual screening and buffering.
b.Preserve habitat to the greatest extent feasible.
c.Prevent landslides,accelerated soil creep,settlement and
subsidence hazards.
d.Minimize the potential for flooding,erosion,or increased turbidity,
siltation or other fonn of pollution in a watercourse.
e.Ensure that the proposal will be consistent with subsection 4-4-
130.D.2,Restrictions for Critical Areas and D3,Restrictions for Critical Areas -Routine
Vegetation Management Pennits.
5.Time Limits for Routine Vegetation Management Permits:Any permit for
routine vegetation management shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance.An
extension may be granted by the Development Services Division for a period of one year upon
application by the property owner or manager.Application for such an extension must be made
at least thirty (30)days in advance of the expiration of the original permit and shall include a
statement ofjustification for the extensiolL
E.APPEALS:
Appeal of the decision to grant,grant with conditions,or deny a routine vegetation
management permit shall be made consistent with RMC 4-8-11 0,Appeals.
F.VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES:
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See RMC 4-4-130.J,Violations and Penalties,and RMC 1-3-2.
SECTION LVIII.Sections 4-9-200.B,C,and D of Chapter 9,Pennits -Specific,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"are hereby amended,to read as follows:
B.APPLICABILITY:
1.Site Plan Review,Level I:No building permit shall be issued for any use
requiring Level I Site Plan Approval pursuant to this Section until the Reviewing Official has
approved or approved with conditions the site plan application.All building pennits issued shall
be in compliance with the approved Level I site plan.Site Plan Review,Level I,is required for:
a.All Development in Certain Zones:All development in the
Industrial Light (lL),Commercial Office (CO)and CC,CN, CD, CA,CS,COR,and the
Residential Use -Maximum lO Units per Acre (R-lO),Manufactured Housing Park (RMH),
Residential Multi-Family (RM)and Residential Use -Maximum 14 Units per Acre (R-14)
Zones.
b.Specified Uses:The following uses in any zone shall require a Site
Plan Review:
1.K-12 Educational Institutions
11.Parks
Ill.Outdoor Recreation Facilities
IV.Rental Services with Outdoor Storage
v.Hazardous Waste Facilities:All hazardous waste treatment
and storage facilities.
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c.Development within the Employment Area Valley and
Employment Area Transition:All development within the Employment Area Valley (EAV)and
Employment Area Transition (EAT)land use designation.See EAV Map in RMC 4-2-080.B;
see EAT boundaries in adopted Comprehensive Plan.
2.Site Plan Review,Level II -Applicability:Level II Site Plan Review is
optional in all zones except the COR Zones where it is required.
C.EXEMPTIONS:
1.Development Exempt from Site Plan Review in All Zones (except R-IO.
R-14,and COR Zones):In all wnes,the following types of development shall be exempt from
the requirements of site plan review:
3.Interior Remodels:Interior remodel of existing buildings or
structures.
b.Facade Modifications:Facade modifications such as the location of
entrances/exits;the location of windows;changes in signage;or aesthetic alterations.
c.Planned Unit Developments.
d.SEPA-Exempt Developments:All development categorically
exempt from review under tbe State Environmental Policy Act (chapter 43.21C RCW and
chapter 197-11 WAC)and under RMC 4-9-070,Environmental Review Procedures.
e.Utilities:Underground utility projects.
2.Development Exempt from Site Plan Review in the R-IO,R-14,and COR
Zones:In the R-IO,R-14,and COR Zones,the following types of development shall be exempt
from the requirements of Site Plan Review:
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a.Facade Modifications:Facade modifications such as the location of
entrances/exits,the location of windows,changes in .signage.or aesthetic alterations.
b.Exterior remodeling or expansion of an existing detached or semi-
attached home and/or primary residence,excluding the addition of a new dwelling unit(s).
c.Accessory structures otherwise exempt from SEPA review.
d.Utilities:Underground utility projects.
e.Additional exemptions for the R-IO Zone are listed in Subsections
C.3 and CA.
f Additional exemptions for the R-14 Zone are listed in Subsection
C.3.
3.Additional Exemptions from Site Plan Review in the R-IO and R-14
Zones:In the R-IO and R-14 Zones,the following types of development shall be exempt from
the requirements of Site Plan Review:
a.New or replacement detached or semi-attached homes on a single
previously platted lot.
b.Planned Unit Developments.
c.Development of detached or semi-attached dwelling units on legal
lots where part of a sutxlivision application.
4.Additional Exemptions from Site Plan Review in the R-IO Zone:In the R-
IO Zone,the foUowing types of development shall be exempt from the requirements of Site Plan
Review:
a.All development categorically exempt from the State
Environmental Policy Act (Chapter 43.21C RCW and Chapter 197-11 WAC)and under RMC 4-
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9-070,Environmental Review Procedures,excluding shadow platting of two (2)or more units
per RMC 4-2-110.F.
D.CRITERIA TO DETERMINE IF PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED:
In all cases,the public hearing for Site Plan Review should be conducted concurrently
with any other required hearing,such as rezone or subdivision,if the details of the development
are sufficiently defined to pennit adequate review.A public hearing before the Hearing
Examiner shall be required for alI projects if:
1.Significant Environmental Concerns Remain:The Environmental Review
Committee detennines that based on departmental comments or public input there are significant
wrresolved concerns that are raised by the proposal;or
2.Large Project Scale:The proposed project is more than:
a.One hundred (100)semi-attached or attached residential units;or
b.One hundred thousand (100,000)square feet of gross floor area
(nonresidential)in the IL or CO Zone or other zones in the Employment Area Valley (EAV)land
use designation (see EAV Map in RMC 4-2-080.B);or
c.Twenty five thousand (25,000)square feet of gross floor area
(nonresidential)in the CC,CN,CD, CA,es,or CO Zones outside the Employment Area Valley
(EAV)land use designation (see EAV Map in RMC 4-2-080.B);or
d.Four (4)stories or sixty feet (60')in height;or
e.Three bundred (300)parking stalls;or
f.Ten (10)acres in size ofproject area.
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3.Commercial or Industrial Property Lies Adjacent to or Abutting Certain
Residential Zones:Any commercial or industrial.property that is adjacent to or abutting the
foUowing residential zones:RC,R-I,R-5,R-8 and R-IO.
4.Level IT Site Plans:A level II site plan is proposed or required per RMC 4-
9-200.B.2,Site Plan Review,Level II Applicability.
SECTION LIX.Section 4-9-240 of Chapter 9,Pennits -Specific,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-9-240 TEMPORARY USE PERMITS:
A.PURPOSE:
A temporary use permit allows a use or structure on a short-tenn basis.Such uses or
structures may be allowed subject to modified development standards which would not be
appropriate for permanent uses in the zoning designation.
B.APPLICABILITY:(Reserved)
1.Exemptions:The following uses and structures do not requITe a
Temporary Use Permit provided they are associated with an approved land use application
andlor an active building or construction permit and approved by the Development Services
Division Director.
a.Contractor's office,storage yard,and equipment parking and
servicing on or near the site or in the vicinity of an active construction project.
b.One model home located on an existing lot,and located within the
subdivision or residential development to which they pertain.
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c.Sales/marketing ,trailers used for the purpose of real estate sales
andlor rental information,located within the subdivision or development to which they pertain.
C.USES WHICH MAY BE PERMIITED:
1.Occupancy ofa temporary structure (existing home,mobile home or travel
trailer with adequate water and sewer/septic service)on the same lot while a residential building
is being constructed or while a damaged residential building is being repaired,and when a valid
residential building permit is in force.The permit may be granted for up to one hundred eighty
(180)days but carmot exceed the expiration date of the bnilding permit.
2.Model homes,equaling the lesser of 5 homes or 20%of the total lots,
when located within the su1xlivision or residential development to which they pertain.
3.Circuses,carnivals,fairs,or similar transient amusement or recreational
activities.
4.Temporary parking lots/areas.
5.Mobile food vendors in zones not nonnally permitting them.
6.Temporary manufuctured home for medical hardship.
7.The PlanningIBuildinglPublic Works Administrator or designee may
authorize additional temporary uses not listed in this subsection when it is found that the
proposed uses are in keeping with the intent and purposes of this Section.
D.SUBMIITAL REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICA nON FEES:
Shall be as listed in RMC 4-8-120.C,Land Use Applications,and 4-1-170,Land Use
Review Fees.
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E.PUBLIC NOTICE AND COMMENT PERIOD:
Shall be as listed in RMC 4-8-090,Public Notice Requirements,except that public notice
is not required for applications requesting a temporary manufactured home for medical hardship.
F.WAIVER OF REQUIREMENTS AND FEES:
Except for sign requirements of Section 4-8-090,the Plann.ingIBuildingIPublic Works
Administrator may waive specific application requirements determined to be unnecessary for
review of an application.The Administrator may waive the permit application fee for public
service activities and nonprofit organizations.
G.APPLICATION PROCESS AND REVIEW AUTHORITY:
The Planning/BuildingIPublic Works Administrator shall,in consuhation with
appropriate City departments,review and decide upon each application for a Temporary Use
Permit.The Administrator may approve,modify,or condition an application for a Temporary
Use Penni!.
H.DECISION CRITERIA:
The PlanningIBuilding/Public Works Administrator or designee may approve,modifY.or
condition an application for a Temporary Use Permit,based on consideration of the following
factors:
1.The temporary use will not be materially detrimental to the public health,
safety,or welfare,nor injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity of the temporary use;
and,
2.Adequate parking facilities and vehicle ingress and egress are provided to
serve the temporary use and any existing uses on the site;and,
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3.Hours of operation of the temporary use are specified,and would not
adversely impact surrounding uses;and,
4.The temporary use will not cause nuisance factors such as noise,light,or
glare which adversely impacts surrounding uses;and,
5.If applicable,tbe applicant has obtained the required right-of-way use
permit.
I.SPECIAL CRITERIA FOR TEMPORARY MANUFACTIJRED HOME FOR
MEDICAL HARDSHIP
Temporary Manufactured Home for Medical Hardship:In lieu of the above criteria in
Subsection H,a manufactured home which complies with HUD standards may be pennitted as a
temporary dwelling on the same lot as a permanent dwelling provided the applicant demonstrates
the temporary dwelling is necessary to provide daily care to an individual certified by a
physician as needing such care.The primary provider of daily care shall reside on-site;the
manufactured home together with the permanent residence shall meet the setback,height,
building footprint,and lot coverage provisions for the applicable zone.
J.CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1.General:The PlanninglBuildinglPublic Works Administrator or designee
may establish conditions as may be deemed necessary to ensure land use compatibility and to
minimize potential impacts on nearby uses.These include,but are not limited to,requiring that
notice be given to adjacent/abutting property owners prior to approval,time and frequency of
operation,temporary arrangements for parking and traffic circulation,requirement for screening
or enclosure,and guarantees for site restoration and cleanup following temporary uses.
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2.Additional Requirements -for Model Homes:In addition to the
requirements of subsections 1.1,General.and 1.2.Facilities Required,the
PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Administrator or designee may require conditions of approval
regarding access/roadway construction,temporary erosion contro~utilities,street and lot
addressing,building permits,staking of proposed lots underlying the model homes,staking of
model home lot setbacks,plat approval,abatement agreements and indenmificatiol1,and security
devices for removal of model homes ifplat is not recorded.
K.OTHER REQUIRED PERMITS:
The temporary use may also require permits and inspections from both the Fire
Prevention Bureau and/or Development Services Division to ensure that the temporary use is in
compliance with FirelBuilding Codes.
L.EXPIRATION AND EXTENSION:
I.Standard Period of Validity:Except as specified in subsection L2 and L3
of this Section,a Temporary Use Permit is valid for up to one year from the effective date of the
permit,unless the Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator or designee establishes a
shorter time frame.
2.Optional Extended Period of Validity:The Planning/BuildinglPublic
Works Administrator or designee may approve a longer period of up to two years for temporary
sales or rental offices in subdivisions,multi-family or nonresidential projects or other longer
term uses,if requested by the applicant at the time of application.
3.Special ExpirationlExtension Periods for Manufactured Homes for
Medical Hardship:The temporary use permit for a manufactured home for medical hardship
shall be effective for twelve (12)months.Extension of the temporary use permit may be
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approved in twelve (12)month increments ,subject to demonstration of continuing medical
hardship.The manufactured home shall he removed within ninety (90)days of the expiration of
the temporary use permit or the cessation ofprovision of daily care.
M.REMOVAL OF TEMPORARY USE REQUIRED:
Each site occupied by a temporary use shall be left free of debris,litter,or other evidence
of the temporary use upon completion of removal of the use.
N.SECURITY:
The PlanningfBuildingIPublic Works Administrator or designee may require security in
conformance with RMC 4-9-060.C to assure compliance with the provisions of the Temporary
Use Permit as approved if required.The amount of the security will be determined by the
PlanningIBuildingfPublic Works Administrator or designee,but in no case shall it be less than
one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).The security may he used by the City to ahate the use and/or
facilities.
O.PERMIT REVOCATION:
1.Revocation of Temporary Use Permit:Should the
PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Administrator or the Administrator's designee determine that
information has been provided to the City which was false,incomplete,or has changed,such that
the decision criteria in subsection H of this Section are incorrect,false,or have not been met,or
the temporary use actually being used is different than or greater than that applied for,or if the
use itself is a nuisance,unhealthy,Wlsafe or poses a substantial risk of harm to persons or
property,then the Administrator may revoke the temporary use permit upon ten (10)days'
written notice,unless an emergency exists,in which case the Administrator may declare such an
emergency and immediately revoke the temporary use permit.
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SECTION LX.Section 4-9-250J).3 of Chapter 9,Permits -Specific,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.Additional Decision Criteria Only for Centers Residential Demonstration
District:For a modification to special development standards in the Centers Residential
Demonstration District RMC 4-3-095.B.3,the Department shall rely on the recommendations
contained within the report on design criteria for modifications prepared by the Economic
Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Administrator or designee as the basis for
approval or denial of the request.In addition to the criteria in subsection D.2 of this Section,the
request for modification in the Centers Residential Demonstration District shall meet all of the
following criteria:
a.Project uses a modified street grid system where most buildings
front on a street.Where no public streets exist,a private street grid system within the project is
provided.
b.Project orients residential developments to the street and has
primary building entries facing the street.Entries are identified with a prominent feature or
detail.
c.Parking garages are designed in a way which does not dominate
the facade of the residential building.When garages must be located with vehicular access in the
front due to physical constraints of the property,they are stepped hack from the fileade of the
building.
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d.Parking lots are Q.riented to minimize their visual impact on the site
and are designed so that the size and landscaping support the residential character of the
developments in contrast to adjacent commercial areas.
e.Project provides direct pedestrian access from the street fronting
the building and from the back where parking is located.
f.Walkways through parking areas are well defmed and provide
access from public sidewalks into the site.Walkway width is a minimum of five feet (5').Pavers,
changes in color,textme or composition of paving are used.
g.Pedestrian connections are provided to the surrounding
neighborhood.
h.Distinctive building design is provided.No single architectural
style is required;however,reliance on standardized "corporate"or ''franchise''style is
discouraged.
I.Exterior materials are attractive even when viewed up close.These
materials have texture,pattern,or lend themselves to a high level of quality and detailing.
J.A consistent visual identity is applied to all sides of buildings
which can be seen by the general public.
k.A superior level of quality is provided for materials,detailing and
window placement.
I.At least one of the following features is incorporated in structures
containing three (3)or more attached dwellings:
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I.For each ..dwelling unit,provide at least one architectural
projection not less than two feet (2')from the wall plane and not less than
four feet (4')wide,or
II.Incorporate building modulation to reduce the overall bulk
and mass of buildings,or
Ill.Vertical and horizontal modulation of roof lines and
facades ofa minimum of two feet (2')at an interval ofa minimum of forty
feet (40')on a building filce or an equivalent standard which adds interest
and quality to the project.
SECTION LXI.Chapter 10,Nonconforming Structures,Uses and Lots,of Title IV
(Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the
City of Renton,Washington"shall be renamed "Legal Nonconforming Structures,Uses and
Lots,"and is hereby amended by adding a ''Chapter Guide"prior to the Table of Contents of the
Chapter,to read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:TIlls Chapter contains the requirements for buildings,lots,and uses
that do not match the current zoning requirements,but which existed before regulations were
adopted or implemented.Special permit process requirements for nonconforming uses/structures
conditioual approval permits are found in Chapter 9.Chapter 8 should also he consulted for
general procedural and submittal information.
SECTION LXII.Chapter 4-10,Legal Nonconforming Structures,Uses and Lots,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-10 LEGAL NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES,USES AND LOTS
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NONCONFORMING LOTS:(Reserved)
NONCONFORMING SITE DEVELOPMENT
(Reserved)
PENDING PERMITS VALID -VESTING:
STANDARDS:
Changes in the plans, construction,or intended use of a building shall not be required
when a building permit has heretofore been issued,or when a complete application has been
submitted to the Building Official before the effective date of amendments to the development
regulations.
4-10-040 CHANGE OF OWNERSIllP:
Change of ownership,tenancy,or management of a nonconforming structure or use shall
not affect its legal nonconforming status provided the provisions of this Chapter are met.
4-10-050.NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES:
A.Nonconfonning Structures -General:Any legally established building or
structure may remain,although such structure does not conform with the provisions of the
Renton Municipal Code,provided the following conditions are met:
1.Not Vacant or Left Abandoned:The nonconforming buildings or
structures do not have historic significance,and have not been vacant for two (2)or more years,
or have not been abandoned.
2.Unsafe Structures:The structure is kept in a safe and secure condition.
3.Alterations:A legal nonconfonning structure shall not be aJtered beyond
the limitations specified below:
a.Structures with Rebuild Approval Permits:Alteration work
exceeding an aggregate cost of one hundred percent (100%)of the value of the building or
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structure shall be allowed if:(I)the building or structure is made conforming by the alterations;
or (2)tbe alterations were imposed as a condition of granting a Rebuild Approval Permit,or (3)
alterations are necessary to restore to a safe condition any portion of a building or structure
declared unsafe by a proper authority.Alterations shall not result in or increase any
nonconforming conditions unless they were specifically imposed as a condition of granting a
Rehuild Approval Permit,pursuant to RMC 4-9-120.
b.Other Legal Nonconforming Structures:The cost of the alterations
shall not exceed an aggregate cost of fifty percent (50%)of the value of the building or structure,
based upon its most recent assessment or appraisal,unless the amount over fifty percent (500.10)is
used to make the building or structure more confonning,or is used to restore to a safe condition
any portion of a building or structure declared unsafe by a proper authority.Alterations shall not
result in or increase any nonconfonning condition.
4.Enlargement:The structure shall not be enlarged unless the enlargement is
confonning or it is consistent with the provisions of a Rebuild Approval Permit issued for it.
a Wireless Towers and Antennas:Towers that are constructed,and
antennas that are installed,in accordance with the provisions of this Title shall not be deemed to
constitute the expansion of a nonconfonning use or structure.
S.Restoration:Nothing in this Chapter shall prevent the reconstruction,
repairing,rebuilding and continued use of any nonconforming building or structure to its same
size,location,and height when damaged by fire,explosion,or act of God,subsequent to the date
of these regulations and subject to the following conditions:
a.Legal Nonconforming Structures with Rebuild Approval Permits:.
Restoration or reconstruction work exceeding one hundred percent (100%)of the latest appraised
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value of the building or structure closest to the.time such damage occurred shall be allowed if it
is:(I)a condition of granting the Rebuild Approval Permit pursuant to RMC 4-9-120,and/or (2)
necessary to allow the structure to be rebuilt to its condition prior to the damage considering
construction costs,and/or (3)required to strengthen or restore to a safe condition any portion of a
building or structure declared unsafe by a proper authority,and/or (4)necessary to conform to
the regulations and uses specified in this Title.
b.Other Legal Nonconforming Structures:The work shall not exceed
fifty percent (50"10)of the latest assessed or appraised value of the building or structure at tbe
time such damage occurred,unless required to strengthen or restore to a safe condition any
portion of a building or structure declared unsafe by a proper authority otherwise any restoration
or reconstruction shall conform to the regulations and uses specified in this Title.
c.Single Family Dwellings:Any legally established single family
dwelling damaged by fire or an act of God may be rebuilt to its same size,location,and height
on the same site,subject to aU relevant fire and life safety codes.Restoration improvements
shall commence within two years of the damage,and shall continue in conformance with
approved building or construction permits,othelWise the structure shall lose its restoration
authorization and status.
B.R-IO and R-14 Zone Residential Structures Considered Conforming:Residential
structures that existed or that were developed in accordance with vested land use permits prior to
the effective date of this section (6-17-1996)shall be considered to be conforming structures.
Such structures may be replaced,renovated.and/or expanded pursuant to the provisions of the R-
14 Zone.
4-10-060.NONCONFORMING USES:
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Any legally established use existing .at the time of enactment of this Code may be
continued,although such use does not confonn with the provisions of the Renton Municipal
Code,provided the following conditions are met:
A.Abandonment:The use is not abandoned.A legal nonconforming use (of a
building or premises)which has been abandoned shall not thereafter be resumed.A
nonconforming use shall be considered abandoned when:
I.The intent of the owner to discontinue the use is apparent,and
discontinuance for a period of one year or more shall be prima facie evidence that the
nonconfonning use has been abandoned,or
2.It has been replaced by a confurming use,or
3.It has been changed to another nonconforming use under permit from the
City or its authorized representative.
B.Relocation:The use is not relocated.A legal nonconforming use of a building or
premises which has been vacated and moved to another location,or discontinued,shall not be
allowed to reestablish itself except in compliance with the development regulations.
C.Changes to a Different Nonconforming Use:The use is not changed to a different
nonconforming use.To qualify as a continuation of an existing nonconforming use,a
replacement nonconforming use shall:
1.Reflect the nature and purpose of the preexisting nonconforming use,and
be considered to be the same or related use classification;and
2.Be substantially similar or result in a lower impact in its effect on the
surrounding neighborhood;and
3.Not increase the nonconformance of the use;and
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4.Not create a new type ofnonconfonnance.
D.Extension or Enlargement:The use is not enlarged or extended.
1.Extension/Enlargement Outside Building:The use shall not be extended
or enlarged so as to occupy additional land area on the same or any other lot or parcel.The use
shall not be relocated in whole or in part to any other part of the parcel.
2.Extension/EnIargement Within Building:Provided the use complies with
Subsections E and F,Alterations to Legal Nonconforming Use,a nonconforming use housed in
part of a single-tenant building may be extended throughout the building,but the building sball
not be enlarged or added to.A nonconforming use in a multi~tenant building shall not be
expanded into space vacated by other tenants and shall also comply with Subsections E and F.
3.Additional Development on Property Containing Nonconforming Use:No
additional building,whether temporary or pennanent,shall be erected upon a property with a
nonconforming use for purposes of expanding or extending a nonconforming use.Additional
development of any property on which a legal nonconforming use exists shall require that all
new uses confonn to the provisions of the Renton Municipal Code.
E.Alterations to Legal Nonconforming Use without Structural Alteration;
Alterations to a legal nonconforming use are only permitted when they do not expand or enlarge
a use consistent with Subsection D,Extension or Enlargement.The modification shaH not
increase the nonconformance of the use,nor create a new type of nonconfonnance.
F.Alterations to Legal Nonconforming Use with Structural Alteration:Alterations
to a structure housing a nonconforming use shall not be altered beyond the limitations specified
below,and shall confonn to Subsection D,Extension or Enlargement;
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1.Structures with Rebuild Approval Permits Housing a Nonconforming Use:
Alterations exceeding an aggregate cost of one bundred percent (100"10)of the value of the
building or structure or site improvements housing or supporting the use shall be allowed if:(l)
the building or structure is made conforming by the alterations;or (2)the alterations were
imposed as a condition of granting a Rebuild Approval Permit.or (3)alterations are necessary to
restore to a safe condition any portion of a building or structure declared unsafe by a proper
authority.Alterations shall not result in or increase any nonconforming conditions unless they
were specifically imposed as a condition of granting a Rebuild Approval Permit,pursuant to
RMC 4-9-120.
2.Other Legal Structures Housing a Nonconforming Use:The cost of the
alterations shall not exceed an aggregate cost of fifty percent (500,10)of the value of the building
or structure or site improvements,based upon its most recent assessment or appraisa4 unless the
amount over fifty percent (50%)is used to make the use,building or structure more conforming,
or is used to restore to a safe condition any portion of a building or structure declared unsafe by a
proper authority.Alterations shall not result in or increase any nonconforming condition.
F.Restoration:Nothing in this Chapter shall prevent the restoration or continuance
of a nonconforming use damaged by fire,explosion,or act of God,subsequent to 1he date of
these regulations,or amendments thereto,subject to the following conditions and conforming to
Subsection D,Extension or Enlargement:
I.Legal Nonconforming Uses withRebuild Approval Pennits:
Restoration work exceeding one hundred percent (lOO%)of the latest appraised value of
the building or structure housing the use or site improvements supporting use (if not contained in
a structure)closest to the time such damage occurred shall be allowed if it is:(a)a condition of
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granting the Rebuild Approval ~errnit pursuagt to RMC 4-9-120 and/or (2)necessary to allow
the structure to be rebuilt to its condition prior to the damage considering construction costs,
and/or (3)required to strengthen or restore to a safe condition any portion of a building or
structure declared unsafe by a proper authority,and/or (4)necessary to coliform to the
regulations and uses specified in this Title.
2.Other Legal Nonconforming Uses:The work shall not exceed fifty percent
(50%)of the latest appraised value of the building or structure housing the nonconforming use or
site improvements supporting use (if not contained in a structure)at the time such damage
occurred.
3.Single Family Dwellings:Any legally established single family dwelling
damaged by fire or an act of God may be rebuilt to its same size,location,and height on the
same site,subject to all relevant fire and life safety codes.Restoration improvements shall
commence within two years of the damage,and shall continue in conformance with approved
building or construction permits,otherwise the structure shall lose its restoration authorization
and status.
G.Amortization of Adult Uses:For amortization of legal nonconforming adult
entertainment,activity,use,or retail use,see RMC 4-3-01O.E.
4-10-070 NONCONFORMING ANIMALS:
See RMC 4-4-010.K.
4-10-080 NONCONFORMING SIGNS:
See RMC 4-4-1 OO.D.
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4-10-090 CRITICAL AREAS REGULATIONS -NONCONFORMING ACTIVITIES
AND STRUCTURES:
A legally nonconforming,regulated activity or structure that was in existence or
approved or vested prior to the passage of the Critical Area Regulations,RMC 4-3-050,and to
which significant economic resources have been committed pursuant to such approval but which
is not in conformity with the provisions ofRMC 4-3-050 may be continued;provided,that:
1.No such legal nonconforming activity or structure shall be expanded,
changed,enlarged or altered in any way that infringes further on the critical area that increases
the extent of its nonconformity with this Section without a permit issued pursuant to the
provisions ofRMC 4-3050;
2.Except for cases of on-going agricultural uses,if a nonconforming activity
is discontinued pursuant to RMC 4-10-010.C and D,any resumption of the activity shall conform
to this Section;
3.Except for cases of on-going agricultural use,if a nonconforming use or
activity or structure is destroyed by human activities or an act of God,it shall not be resumed or
reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions ofRMC 4-3-050;
4.Activities or adjuncts thereof that are or become nuisances shall not be
entitled to continue as nonconforming activities.
4-10-100 VIOLATIONS OF TIllS CHAPTER AND PENALTIES:
Penalties for any violations of any of the provisions of this Chapter shall be in accord
with chapter 1-3 RMC.
SECTION LXIII.Chapter 11,Definitions,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of
Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"
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is hereby amended by adding a "Chapter Guide:'prior to the Table of Contents of the Chapter,to
read as follows:
CHAPTER GUIDE:Definitions for terms used throughout this Title are primarily
grouped in Chapter II.A few chapter-specific definitions can be found in individual chapters,
but are cross-referenced here.
SECTION LXIV,Chapter 11,Definitions,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of
Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington"
is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment "J."
SECTION LXV.
30 days after publication.
This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage,approval,and
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 13th day of-,---'M"'a'-'y'---~,2002.
Bonnie I.Walton,City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 13th day of_~M"'a"'y'--~,2002.
~ved as to form:
d-~~~
Lawrence 1.W CIty Attorney
Date of Publication:05/17/2002 (summary)
ORD:988:4125/02:ma
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ATTACHMENT "A"
4-2-G10Z0NES AND MAP DESIGNATIONS ESTABLISHED:
A.COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATIONS:
The City has been divided into comprehensive land use designations:
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION
Residential Rural
Residential Single Family
Residential Options
Residential Planned Neighborhood
Residential Multi-Family Infill
Center Neighborhood
Center Suburban
Center Downtown
Center Office Residential
Center Village
Center Institutional
Employment Area Commercial
Employment Area Office
Employment Area Industrial
Employment Area Valley
Employment Area -Transition
Convenience Commercial
B.ZONING MAP:
MAP SYMBOL
(RR)
(RS)
(RO)
(RPN)
(RM-I)
(CN)
(CS)
(CD)
(COR)
(CV)
(CI)
(EAC)
(EAO)
(EAI)
(EAV)
(EAT)
(CC)
This Chapter shall consist of this text as well as that certain map on file in the Office of the City Clerk designated as the
Zoning Map of the City.The boundaries of the various districts shall be shown on the Zoning Map and are hereby made a
part of the Renton Municipal Code (RMC).This Chapter is to be read and interpreted in light of the contents of the Zoning
Map.
C.ZONING DISTRICTS:
The City is hereby divided into the following types of zoning districts and the following map symbols are established:
ZONE
Resource Conservation
Residential-1 Dwelling Unit Per Acre
Residential-5 Dwelling Units Per Acre
Residential-8 Dwelling Units Per Acre
Residential Manufactured Home
Residential-10 Dwelling Units Per Acre
Residential-14 Dwelling Units Per Acre
Residential Multi-Family Urban
Residential Multi-Family Suburban
Residential Multi-Family Neighborhood
Residential Multi-Family Infill
Light Industrial
Medium Industrial
Heavy Industrial
Convenience Commercial
Center Neighbomood
Center Suburban
Commercial Arterial
Center Downtown
Commercial Office
MAP SYMBOL
(RC)
(R-1 )
(R-5)
(R-B)
(RMH)
(R-10)
(R-14)
(RM-U)
(RM-C)
(RM-N)
(RM-I)
(IL)
(1M)
(IH)
(CC)
(CN)
(CS)
(CA)
(CD)
(CO)
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ZONE
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MAP SYMBOL
(CORt
D.ZONES IMPLEMENTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The COmprehensive Plan Designations are implemented by certain zones:
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTING
DESIGNATION ZONES
Residential Rural (RR)Resource Conservation (Re),Residential - 1
DUlAC (R-1).Residenlial-5 DUlAC (R-S)
Residential Single FamDy (RS)Residential-5 DUlAC (R-5),Residential-8
DUlAC (R-B),Residential Manufactured Home
Park (RMH)
Residential Options (RO)Residential-10 DUlAC (R-10),Residential
Manufactured Home Park (RMH)
Residential Planned Neighborhood Residential-14 DUlAC (R-14)
(RPN)
Residential Multi-Family InfiU (RM-l)Residential Mulli-Family Infill (RM-I)
Center Neighborhood (eN)Center Neighborhood (eN),Residential Multi-
Family Center Neighborhood (RM-N)
Center Suburban eCS)Center Suburban eCS),Residential Multi-
Family Center Suburban (RM-C)
Center Downtown (CD)Center Downtown (CO),ResIdential Multi-
Family Urban Center (RM-U)
Center Office Residential (COR)Center Office Residential (COR)
Center Institutional (CI)Commercial Office (CO),Industrialllghl (Il)
Center Village (CY)Residential -10 DUlAC (R-10),Residential-
14 DUlAC (R-14),Residential Multi-Family
Center Suburban (RM-C),Residential Multi-
Family Urban Center (RM-U),Center Suburban
(CS)
Employment Area Commercial (EAC)Commercial Arterial (CA)
Employment Area Office (EAO)Commercial Office (CO)
Employment Area Industrial (EAl)Industrial-Lighl (IL).Industrial-Medium (1M).
Industrial-Heavy (IH)
Employment Area Valley (EAY)Commercial Arterial (CA),Commercial OffICe
(CO),Industrial-Light (Il),Industrial-Medium
(1M),Industrial-Heavy (IH),Resource
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DESIGNATION
Employment Area -Transition (EAT)
Convenience Commercial (CC)
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IMPLEMENTING
ZONES
Conservation (RC)..
Center Downtown (CD),Center Office
Residential (COR),Commercial Office (CO),
Industrial-Light (IL),Industrial Heavy (IH)
Convenience Commercial (Ce)
E.ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS ON LAND USE:
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
Auto Mall Restrictions
Public Use Designation
TYPE OF LAND USE RESTRICTION
Airport-Related Use Restrictions
Aquifer Protection Restrictions
Auto Mall Restrictions
Downtown Core Area
Downtown Pedestrian District
"p"Suffix Procedures
Planned Unit Developments
Restrictive Covenants
Suburban/Neighborhood Center Residential Bonus
District
Urban Center Design Overlay
ZONING MAP SYMBOL
Dot Pattern
"po
REFERENCE OR CODE SECTION NO.
RMC 4-3-020
RMC 4-3-050
RMC 4-3-040
RMC 4-2-070M and 4-2-080C
RMC 4-2-o70M and 4-2-0800
RMC 4-3-080
RMC 4-9-15O
See Property Title Report
RMC 4-3-095
RMC 4-3-100
4-2-020 PURPOSE AND INTENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS:
A.GENERAL:
The purpose statements for each zone and map designation set forth in the following sections shall be used to guide
interpretation and application of land use regulations within the zones and designations and any changes to the range of
permitted uses within each zone through amendments to the code.Additionally,Reviewing Official approval of projects in
the zones is contingent upon the determination that the proposed developments are consistent with the purpose of the
zone and the policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
B.RESOURCE CONSERVATION ZONE (RC):
The Resource Conservation Zone (RC)is established to provide a low-density residential zone which endeavors to
conserve critical areas and maintain agricultural activities.This Zone promotes uses that are compatible with the
functions and values of designated Critical Areas and allows for continued production of food and agricultural products.
No minimum density is required.
The Resource Conservation Zone is also Intended to provide separation between areas of more intense urban uses;
encourage or preserve low-density residential uses;reduce the Intensity of uses in accordance with the extent of
environmentally sensitive areas such as floodplains,wetlands and streams,aquifers,wildlife habitat,steep slopes, and
other geologically hazardous areas;and allow for hobby farming to commence or continue.
C.RESIDENTIAL-l DUfACRE (R-l):
The Residential-1 Dwelling Unit Per Acre Zone (R-1)is established to provide and protect suitable environments for
suburban estate single-family residential dwellings,at a maximum density of one dwelling unit per net acre and allow for
hobby farming associated with residential use.It is further intended to protect open space and critical areas,provide
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separation between neighboring jurisdictions.and prohibit the development of incompatible uses that are detrimental to
the residential or open space environment.No minimum density is required.
D.RESIDENTIAL-5 DUiACRE (R-5):
The Residential-5 Dwelling Units Per Acre Zone (R-5)is established to promote urban single-family residential
neighborhoods of intermediate density.serviceable by urban utilities and containing amenity open spaces.The
Residential-5 Dwelling Units Per Acre Zone (R-5)will allow a maximum net density of five (5)dwelling units per acre.No
minimum density is required.The R-5 designation serves as a transition between rural designations and higher density
and more intense zones.It is intended as an intermediate density residential zone;applied to Residential Single Family
(RSF)areas within one-half (1/2)mile of the King County Urban Growth Area Line and to Residential Rural (RR)areas
with no significant environmental constraints.
Traditional or cluster development is allowed.with clustering used to create open spaces that protect critical areas as well
as extend open space amenities available to the residents.The clustering of development may also be allowed to meet
objectives such as the efficient provision of sewer service.
E.RESIDENTIAL-8 DU(ACRE (R-8):
The Residentiat-8 Dwelling Units Per Acre Zone (R-8)is established for single~family residential dwellings allowing a
range of five (5)to eight (8)dwelling units per acre,with the goal of obtaining a density of eight (8)dwellings units per net
acre.Development in the R-8 zone is intended to create new opportunities for single-family residential neighborhoods
and to facilitate high-quality infill development that increases density while maintaining the single-family character of the
existing neighborhood.It is intended to accommodate uses that are compatible with and support the residential
environment.
F.RESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURED HOME PARK ZONE (RMH):
The Residential Manufactured Home Park Zone (RMH)is established to promote development that is single-family in
character,developed to offer a choice in land tenancy.Standards provide for safe and high-quality manufactured home
neighborhoods.The RMH Zone is intended to protect established manufactured home parks and to expand the variety of
affordable housing types available within the City.
G.RESIDENTIAL-10 DU(ACRE (R-10):
The Residential-10 Dwelling Units Per Acre Zone (R-10)is established for medium density residential development that
will provide a mix of residential styles including detached dwellings or semi-attached dwellings on small lots.attached
townhouses,and small~scale attached flat dwellings.Development promoted in the zone is intended to increase
opportunities for detached and semi-attached single-family dwellings as'a percent of the housing stock,as well as allow
some small-scale attached housing choices and to create high~quality infill development that increases density while
maintaining the single-family character of the existing neighborhood.Allowable base densities range from seven (7)to
ten (10)dwelling units per acre,with a total density bonus of 13 dwelling units per acre for 100%detached dwellings.The
zone serves as a transition to higher density multi-family zones.
H.RESIDENTIAL-14 DUiACRE (R-14):
The purpose of the Residential-14 Dwelling Units Per Net Acre Zone (R-14)is to encourage development of new
residential neighborhoods that provide a mix of detached dwellings.semi-attached dwellings.and attached dwelling
structures organized and designed to combine characteristics of both typical detached single-family and small-scale multi-
family developments.Densities range from eight (8)to fourteen (14)units per acre with opportunities for bonuses up to
eighteen (18)dwelling units per acre.Structure size is intended to be limited in terms of bulk arid scale so that the various
unit types allowed in the zone are compatible with one another and can be integrated together into a quality
neighborhood.Project features are encouraged such as yards for private use,common open spaces and landscaped
areas that enhance a neighborhood and foster a sense of community.Civic and limited commercial uses may be
combined with residential development when they support the purpose of the designation.
I.RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY (RM):
1.Purpose:The Residential Multi-Family Residential Zone (RM)is established to provide and protect suitable
environments for multi-family dwellings.It is further intended to conditionally allow uses that are compatible with
and support a multi-family environment.
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2.Classifications:The density allowed under this Zone will be identified by the suffix that is applied.This Zone will
nonnal1y be applied with one of four (4)suffixes:
a."U"(Urban Center):The RM·U Zone provides for high-density,urban·scale multi·family residential
development that supports the downtown and allows for alternative transportation mode choices.
Development standards promote a pedestrian sc;ale environment and amenities.Density ranges from 25
to 150 du/acre with bonus.This Zone,combined with the CD Zone,is intended to implement the Urban
Center defined in the Comprehensive Plan.
b."C"(Suburban Center):The RM-C Zone is intended to support nearby commercial centers.The
residential scale and density is consistent with the scale and intensity of the Center Suburban zone.
Density ranges from 10 to 20 du/acre.
c."N"(Neighborhood Center):The RM-N Zone is intended to support nearby commercial centers.The
residential scale and density is consistent with the scale and intensity of the Center Neighborhood zone.
Density ranges from 10 to 15 dulacre.
d."I"(Jnfill):The RM-I zone allows for the development of infilJ parcels in existing multi-family districts with
compatible projects.Density ranges from 10 to 20 dulacre.
J.CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL ZONE (CC):
The purpose of the Convenience Commercial Zone (CC)is to provide for small-scale convenience retail/commercial
centers offering incidental retail and service needs of the adjacent area.Uses serving a larger area may be appropriate if
they also serve the residents of the immediate area and are compatible with the scale and character of the neighborhood.
K.CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD (CN)AND CENTER SUBURBAN (CS)ZONES:
1.Purpose:The purpose of the Center Neighborhood and Center Suburban Zones (CN;CS)is to provide for
mixed·use commercial centers located outside downtown Renton.Use allowances promote commercial and
retail development opportunities for residents to shop locally.Uses and standards allow complementary,higher-
density residential development that supports the Centers,and discourage garden-style,multi·family
development.The Suburban and Neighborhood Center Residential Demonstration District is applied to portions of
the CN and CS Zones in order to require superior residential projects which complement commercial uses,
provide ground floor commercial activity along arterials,and provide transition between intensive commercial
areas and surrounding single-family neighborhoods.
2.Scale and Character:The CN and CS Zones differ in terms of character,density,intensity,and height:
a.CN Zone:The Center Neighborhood Zone is intended to provide suitable pedestrian--oriented
environments for neighborhood-scale retail and commercial development,and to serve the needs of the
neighborhood abutting or adjacent to the Center.Floor area,heights and density are hitended to
recognize the function of the Center and surrounding neighborhoods.
b.CS Zone:The Center Suburban Zone is intended to provide suitable environments for district-scaled
retail and commercial development serving more than one neighborhood,but not providing City-wide
services.The CS Zone allows for a greater floor area,height and density than the Center Neighborhood
Zone.
L.COMMERCIAL ARTERIAL ZONE (CA):
The purpose of the Commercial Arterial Zone (CA)is to provide suitable environments for auto--oriented commercial
development.The CA Zone provides for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor retail sales and services along high·volume
traffic corridors.
M.CENTER DOWNTOWN (CD):
The purpose of the Center Downtown Zone (CD)is to provide a mixed-use urban commercial center serving a regional
market as well as high-density residential development.Uses include a wide variety of retail sales,services,multi-family
residential dwellings,and recreation and entertainment uses.This Zone,combined with the RM-U,is intended to
implement the Urban Center defined in the Comprehensive Plan.
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N.COMMERCIAL OFFICE ZONE (CO):
The Commercial Office Zone (CO)is established to provide areas appropriate for professional.administrative and
business offices and related uses,offering high-quality and amenity work environments.Office uses of various intensities
are allowed in these areas to create an Employment Center as defined in the Comprehensive Plan.In addition,a mix of
limited retail and service uses may be allowed to primarily suppo.~other uses within the Zone.subject to special
conditions.Limited light industrial activities,which can effectively blend in with an office environment,are allowed as are
medical institutions and related uses.
O.CENTER OFFICE RESIDENTIAL ZONE (COR 1,COR 2,and COR 3):
1.Purpose:The purpose of the Center Office Residential Zone is to provide for a mix of intensive office,hotels and
convention centers and residential activity in a high-quality,master planned development,that is integrated with
the natural environment.Commercial retail and service uses that are architecturally and functionally integrated
are permitted.Also,commercial uses that provide high economic value may be allowed if designed with the scale
and intensity envisioned for the COR Zone.Policies governing these uses are contained in the Land Use
Element.Center Office Residential section,of.the City's Comprehensive Plan.The scale and location of these
sites will typically denote a gateway into the City and should be designed accordingly (see also Land Use
Element,Community Design -Gateways section).Since the sites function as gateways,site planning should
incorporate features of interest to the users.
2.Location:In order to address differing site conditions,and recognizing the gateway and environmentally sensitive
features of these sites.this Zone is divided into three (3)sections:
a.COR 1 is applied to the property commonly known as the Stoneway Concrete Site.
b.COR 2 is applied to the property commonly known as the Port Quendall Site.
c.COR 3 is applied to the property commonly known as the Southport Site.
3.Scale and Intensity:COR 1 and 2 share the same uses and development standards,but differ in heights
allowed.COR 3 shares a majority of uses allowed in COR 1 and COR 2 as well as most development standards,
but differs primarily in densities allowed.
P.INDUSTRIAL·L1GHT ZONE (IL):
The purpose of the Light Industrial Zone (IL)is to provide areas for low intensity manufacturing,industrial services,
distribution and storage.Uses allowed in this Zone are generally contained within buildings.Material and/or equipment
used in production are not stored outside.Activities in this Zone do not generate external emissions such as smoke,odor,
noise,vibrations or other nuisances outside the building.Compatible uses which directly serve the needs of other uses in
the Zone are also allowed.
Q.INDUSTRIAL-MEDIUM ZONE (1M):
The purpose of the Medium Industrial Zone (1M)is to provide areas for medium-intensity industrial activities involving
manufacturing,processing,assembly and warehousing.Uses in this Zone may require some outdoor storage and may
create some external emissions of noise.odor,glare.vibration,etc.,largely contained on site.Compatible uses which
directly serve the needs of other uses permitted within the district are also allowed.
R.INDUSTRIAL-HEAVY ZONE (IH):
The purpose of the Heavy Industrial Zone (I H)is to provide areas for high-intensity industrial activities involving heavy
fabrication,processing of raw materials,bulk handling and storage,construction and heavy transportation.Uses in this
Zone may require large outdoor areas in which to conduct operations and produce environmental impacts beyond
individual sites that require isolation from more sensitive land uses.Compatible uses which directly serve the needs of
other uses permitted within the district are also allowed.
4'2'()30 ZONING MAP INTERPRETATION:
A.BOUNDARIES:
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The district boundaries are,unless otherwise indicated,the centerlines of streets,centerlines of alleys or lot lines as
shown on the maps.
B.DIFFERENCES IN STREET LAYOUT:
Where the street layout actually on the ground varies from that shown on the Zoning District Maps.the designations
shown on the maps shall be applied to the street as actually laid out so as to carry out the intent and purpose of the
zoning plan of that district.
C.CONFLICT BETWEEN ZONING MAP AND CHAPTER TEXT:
If any conflict exists between the Zoning District Map and the text of this Chapter,the text of the Chapter will prevail.
D.CONFLICT BETWEEN ZONING MAP AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF REZONE ORDINANCE:
If any conflict exists between the adopting Zoning Map of the City and the text of any rezone ordinance for any particular
parcel of property,the adopted Zoning Map will govern.Once any conflict is shown to exist,the City Council shall ask the
Administration to determine the source of the conflict and to make a recommendation for any future action by the Council.
The Council will hold a public hearing to determine if it wishes to take any action to resolve the conflict.Notification of the
public hearing will be given to the property owners and parties of record to the rezone.
E.DESIGNATION OF SPECIAL ZONING CATEGORIES AND TIME LIMITATIONS:
Properties having a zoning category subject to a time limitation,such as a Planned Unit Development (PUD)approval or
reversionary zoning,and those properties under contract rezone shall be specially designated on the Zoning Map to
indicate their special nature and give notice to the public that further inquiry into their zoning status is necessary.
F.ANNUAL MAP UPDATE:
The Zoning Map of the City of Renton shall be updated and presented to the Council on an annual basis for adoption by
the Council as the fonnal and legal zoning classification for the properties within the corporate limits of the City.
4-2-040 ZONING REGULATION INTERPRETATION:
A.WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES:
1.Entire Lot Considered:For purposes of determining whether the installation of a tower or antenna complies with
zoning development regulations,including but not limited to setback requirements,lot coverage requirements and
other such requirements,the dimensions of the entire lot shall control,even though antennas or towers may be
located on leased parcels within such lots.
2.Installation Not Considered an Expansion of Nonconformity:Towers constructed and antennas installed in
accordance with the provisions of this Chapter shall not be deemed to constitute the expansion of a
nonconforming use or structure.A different existing use of an existing structure on the same lot shall not preclude
the installation of an antenna or tower on such lot.
4-2-050 PERMITTED LAND USES ESTABLISHED:
A.CATEGORIES OF USES ESTABLISHED:
This Section establishes permitted,conditional,accessory and prohibited uses.by zone,for all properties within the
Renton City Limits.All uses in a given zone,are one of six (6)types:
PERMITTED USES:Land uses allowed outright within a zone.
CONDITIONAL USES (ADMINISTRATIVE):Land uses which may be permitted within a zoning district following
review by the Development Services Division Director to establish conditions mitigating impacts of the use and to
assure compatibility with other uses in the district.
CONDITIONAL USES (HEARING EXAMINER):Uses with special characteristics that may not generally be
appropriate within a zoning district,but may be permitted subject to review by the Hearing Examiner to establish
conditions to protect public health,safety and welfare.
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ACCESSORY USES;Uses customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal use and typically located upon
the same lot occupied by the principal use.Some accessory uses are specifICally listed,particularly where a use
is only allowed in an accessory form.whereas other ,accessory uses are determined by the Development Services
Division on a case by case basis per RMC 4-2-DSO.CA and C.6,Accessory Use Interpretations and Undassified
Uses.
PROHIBITED USES:My use which is not specifically enumerated or interpreted by the City as allowable in that
district.Any use not specifically listed as a permitted,conditional,or accessory use is prohibited,except those
uses determined to be unclassified and permitted by the Development Services Division Director P4rsuant to
RMC 4·2-Q40.C.6.
UNCLASSIFIED USE:A use which does not appear in a list of permitted,conditionally-permitted,or accessory
uses,but which is interpreted by the Development Services Division Director as similar to a listed permitted,
conditionally-permitted or accessory use,and not otherwise prohibited,pursuant to RMC 4-2.Q50.C6,Unclassified
Uses.
B.ZONING USE TABLES ESTABLISHED:
The following tables establish whether a specific use is permitted in a zoning district and whether the use is allowed as
"permitted,"Mconditionar;or Maccessory"use.The Zone is located on the horizontal row and the specific use is located on
the vertical column of these tables.
c.INTERPRETATION OF ZONING USE TABLES:
1.Legend:The following letters have the following meanings when they appear in the box at the intersection of the
column and the row:
P Permitted Use
AD Conditional Use -Administrative
H Conditional Use -Hearing Examiner
AC Accessory Use
2.Other Requirements Applicable:The above uses are subject to the review procedures specified in chapter 4-9
RMC,Permits -Specific,the development standards of chapters 4-3,Environmental Regulations and Overlay
Districts,4-4,City-Wide Property Development Standards,and 4-6 Street and Utility Standards and may be
subject to additional conditions as noted in subsection C3 of this Section.The Aquifer Protection Regulations of
RMC 4-3-050,Critical Areas Regulations,further restrict usage of those properties located within the Aquifer
Protection Area Boundary shown in RMC 4-3-0500,Maps.
3.Additional Use-Related Conditions:If a number also appears at the intersection of the column and the row,the
use is also subject to the additional requirements as listed immediately following the Use Table In RMC 4-2-080,
Conditions Associated with Zoning Use Tables.All applicable requirements shall govern a use whether
specifically identified in this Chapter or not.
4.Accessory Use Interpretations:The Development Services Division Director may determine if an unclassified
use or a classified use,even if not speciflC8l1y listed as accessory (AC),is permitted as an accessory use in a
Zone.Upon inquiry by an applicant,an administrative interpretation shall be made by the Development Services
Division Director to determine if a proposed use is allowed as an accessory use utilizing the rules of interpretation
in subsection Ma ."If the applicant does not concur with the interpretation of whether a use is accessory or with the
permit type applied to a use,appeal may be made pursuant to RMC 4-8-11 O.Interpretations made by the
Development Services Division Director shall be documented,and updates to Title 4,when consistent with the
Title format and level of detail,shall incorporate Maccessory use~interpretations upon approval by the legislative
authority.
a.Rules of Interpretation for Accessory Uses:To determine whether a use is permitted as accessory,
the Development Services Division Director shall utilize the following rules of interpretation:
i.If a use is allowed or conditionally-allowed in a zone as a ~permitte<f'use,accessory uses
associated with the primary use that are determined to be incidental,necessary and commonly
found with the permitted use may be allowed with the same permit type as the primary use,
unless specifically stated otherwise.
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ii.If a use is permitted or conditionally permitted as a primary use,subject to location restrictions,
the listed use,even as an accessory use.is also subject to the same location restrictions as the
primary use,unless specifically staled otherwise.For example,if a use is restricted to a location
within the Employment Area Valley (EAV)land use designation,then the accessory form of the
use is only permitted in the EAV.unless-specifically stated otherwise.
iii.Required parking,required site utilities/facilities,and other development standards required in
order to establish or operate a use on a site according to the RMC are considered accessory.
5.Prohibited Uses:If no symbol appears in the box at the intersection of the column and the row.the use is
prohibited in that district unless otherwise determined by the Development Services Division Director.pursuant to
this subsection 4·2-050.C.6,Unclassified Uses or C.4 Accessory Use Interpretations.
6.Unclassified Uses:Upon inquiry by an applicant.an administrative interpretation shall be made by the
Development Services Division Director to determine if a proposed use not specifically listed is allowed utilizing
the criteria in subsection "a", Should interpretation be made that a proposed,unlisted use not be allowed in a
specific zoning district,the Director shall indicate which Zones,if any,do permit the use.If the Development
Services Division Director's interpretation indicates that an unlisted use is not consistent with the permitted,
conditional or accessory uses in any district,or if a party does not concur with the permit type applied to a use,
appeal may be made pursuant to RMC 4-8·110.Interpretations made by the Development Services Division
Director shall be documented,and updates to TiUe 4,when consistent with the Title format and level of detail.
shall incorporate "unclassified use"interpretations upon approval by the legislative authority.
a,Criteria for Unclassified Uses:In order to make a determination that an unclassified use is permined,
conditionally-permitted or accessory,the Development Services Division Director must find that the use
is:
i.In keeping with the purpose and intent of the zone,and consistent with the Renton
Comprehensive Plan policies;and
iL Similar in nature to,and no more intense than.a specifically-listed permitted,conditional or
accessory use;and
iii.Consistent with RMC 4-2-o50.C.4.,if determined to be permissible as an accessory use.
7.Use Table Conflicts:In the event of a conflict between RMC 4·2-060,the Master Zoning Use Table and any
other individual zoning use tables,RMC 4-2-070A through 4-2-070R,the provisions of RMC 4-2-060 shall have
priority.
8.Existing Legal Uses:Where the term ~exjsting"or ~existing legal"follows a listed use type within the table(s)
(e.g.flats or townhouses,existing legal),then those uses that can document their legal status,are considered to
be a Permitted Use given all the rights of other permitted uses within the district.In addition,these uses may be
rebuilt 'as is.where is'should they suffer damage.These uses may be remodeled without limitation on value and
may be enlarged subject to current code requirements (e.g.,height Iimits,lot coverage,density limits,setbacks,
parking,etc.),unless otherwise specifically conditioned in RMC Section 4·2-080.
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4·2·060 ZONING USE TABLE -USES ALLOWED IN ZONING DESIGNATIONS
4·2-060
ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
SES RC R·1 I R·5 R-8 I RMH R-10 I R-14 RM IL 1M IH CC CN CS CA I CD CO I COR
.AGRICULTURE &NATURAL RESOURCES
I.Qriculture
atural resource H H p1 p;p1 p;H H H H59 p;1:"p;p;p;H H H
extraction/recovery
B.ANIMALS &RELATED USES
fG.nimal husbandry (20 or fewer P51 51 51 51 51
small animals ner acre1
fA-nimal husbandry (4 or fewer 51 51 51 51 51
medium animals DeT acre 1
f'\nlmal husbandry (maximum of 1 51 51 51 51
large animal per acre)
IGreater number of animals than H36 1"1 36 H36 H36 p;36
allowed above
eekeepinQ 35 35 35 35
t'i.ennels 37 37 37
en nels,hobby C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37 C37
et5,common household,up to 3 AC "C I'IC AC I'IC "C I'IC I'IC I'IC AC I'IC AC I'IC AC AC I'IC I'IC
per dwelling unit or business
establishnient
tables,commercial 037 037
•RESIDENTIAL
Detached dwellina 19 19 19 19 19 19 20 20
etached dwellinQ {existinQ lenal
emi·attached dwellinq 19 19 20 20
Attached dwellings 50 50 19 18 20 20 18 16 19
Flats or townhouses (existing legal)P
AD.Administrative Conditional Use H•Hearing examiner Conditional
Ueo
Blank =Not Allowed P •Permitted Use p#.PermItted provIded conditIon
can bernet
#..Conditlon(s)
AC •Accessory Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4·3·020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4~3.(l50.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4~3-040.C,Uses Pennltted
in the AutomaU lmnrovement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master ProQram ReQuirements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
SES RC R·1 R·5 R-ll RMH R·10 R·14 RM IL 1M II'"CC CN CS CA CD CO COR
Flats or townhouses,no greater
than 2 units total per building
(existina leaall
Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes 19
Manufactured homes desianated 19 19 19 19 19 19 19
Mobile homes 19
D.OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING &HOME OCCUPATIONS
ccessorv dwel1ina unit 1\07
dult familY home 20 20 3
aretaker's residence C C C C
onareaate residence D 20 20 3
rouo homes I 3
rouo homes II for 6 or less 20 20 3
rou homes 11 for 7 or more I'"I'"20 20 I'"3 D
Home occuoations C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6 C6
Retirement residences D 20 20 3 39
E.SCHOOLS
fK-12 edUC:~jOnal institution (public 1"'9 "9 "9 "9 "9 1"'9 1"'9 1"'9 ""I'"fi9 1"'9 1"'9 1"'9 1"'9 "9orDrivate
11<-12 educ:~~onal institution (public 9 P9 P9 P9 P9 9 9 9 P9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
or Drivals existina .
ther hi her education Institution 38 38 38 21
chaals/studlos arts and crafts 38 38 22 22
rade or vocational school
F.PARKS
arks,nei hborhood
arks reaionar/communitv,existin
Parks,reaional/communitv.new D 0 D D D 0 D D AD AD D D D D 0 AD D ~
•OTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC FACILITIES
ommunltv Facilities
emeterv I'"I'"
Reli ious Institutions I'"
ervice and social orQanizations Ii 12 21
AD :AdmInistrative Conditional Use H •Hearlng Examiner Conditional
Uso
Blank.Not Allowed P •Permitted Use p#.Permitted provided condition
can be met
#.Condltron(s)
AC •Accessory Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions:RMC 4-3-050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-Q40.C,Uses Permitted
in the Automall Imorovement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master Prooram Reoulrements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS I INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
USES RC R·1 R·5 I R-8 RMH R·10 R·14 RM I IL 1M IH CC I CN CS I CA CD CO COR
ublic Facilities
itv aovernment offices 0 0 0 0 0 D 0 D 0 0 0 0 D 0 0 D
ltv Qovernment facilities H H H
ails existino municioal
)ther govemment offices and H ~~'"'"'"
H H H '"~1"1 H H H H H '"facilities
.OFFICE &CONFERENCE
onference centers 36 36 36 36 21
edical and dental offices 36 36 36 022 22
ffiees.caneral 13 13 13 017 22 22
eterinary offices/clinics 36 P36 36 022 22 36
•RETAIL
dult retail use 43 43 43 43 43 43 43 43
~ia·box retail
IDrive-in/drive-throu h retail C C C C C C C C26
Eating and drinking establishments 1 1 1 1 1 H33 1 22 22 22 12 27
Horticultural nurseries H H H H
Retail sales 33 0 34 34 34 60 66 22 54 21
Retail sales,outdoor 30 30 30 15 15 P 15
averns 0 0 0 21
ehiele sales laroe 41
ehiele sales small
•ENTERTAINMENT &RECREATION
ntertainment
dult entertainment business 43 43 43 43 43 43 43 43
ard room 52 52 52 52
ultural facilities H Ii D 0 AC 0 0 0 0 0 0 D
ance clubs 36 36 36 022 36
ance halls 36 36 36 022 36
Gaming/gambling facilities,not-for-36 29 H36 H 36
orafit
Movie theaters P36 36 36 12
AD =Admlnlstratlve Conditional Use H •Hearing Examiner Condltlonal
U..
Blank.Not Allowed p.Pennltted Use PI'•Permitted provided condition
can be met
#.Condltlon(s)
AC •Accessory Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4·3·020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4·3·050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses PermItted
in the Automalllmnrovement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master Proaram Reaulrements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
SES RC R·1 R·5 R-8 RMH R·10 R·14 RM IL 1M IH CC CN CS CA CD CO COR
ports arenas,auditoriums,38 38 38 38
exhibition halls,indoor
Sports arenas,auditoriums,P 38 38 AD
exhibition halls,outdoor
ecreation
alf courses existinal
olf courses,new H
arinas 21
Recreational facilities,Indoor 33 38 38 38 22 22 85 21
Recreational facilities,outdoor 33 32 32 32 H38
.SERVICES
ervices General
~ed and breakfast house.D I"D I"D I"D AD D I"D AD
accessory
~ed and breakfast house,~D I'ID I'ID5 AD
orofesslonal 0
otel 38 38 38 22 P 38 '"0
otel 38 38 38 22 ....z
ffMsite services 38 38 38 38 ..zn~site services H33 38 38 38 63 69 22 p.54 21 ()
rive-inldrive-throuah service C62 C62 C62 C C C C C70 C61 C61 '"ehiele rental small z
ehiele and e ui ment rental lar e 38 29 29 0.
toav Care Services ..
dult day care I C C C C C C C C 55 55 55 22 22 22 ~dult day care 11 H H 33 AD D 22 22 22 12 21 w
ay care centers 25 25 1<25 1<25 25 25 33 25 54 54 54 22 22 22 21
amilv day care home C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C3 C C
ealtheare Services
onvalescent centers IH I<H n;1'22 1'22 H 1'3 1'39 I'\D
adioal institutions H n;H H H H H n;H56 1-156 H56 1-1 H H H I<P40 I<
.VEHiCLE RELATED ACTIVITIES
odv shoos 31 31 31 31
ar washes D2 22 22
Express transportation services D D22 D
Blank"Not Allowed p.Permitted Use p#.PermItted provIded condItion AC •Accessory Use
can be met
AD •AdmInIstratIve CondItional Use H •Hearing Examiner Condltronal #.Conditlon(s)
U••
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3.QSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3.Q40.C,Uses Permitted
in the Automa!1 Improvement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master Prooram Reouirements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
USES RC R-1 R-5 R-8 RMH R·10 R-14 RM IL 1M IH CC CN CS CA CD CO COR
Fuel dealers 59
Industrial engine or transmission 31 31 31
rebuild
arking garage,structured,~D22 22 3
commercial or Dublic
lParking,surface,commercial or 38 38 38 AD P3 i"D
Dublic
sHroad yards
axi stand 0 0
ow truck operation/auto ~59
imooundment yard
ransit centers 38 38 38 H P H38
ruck tenninals
ehiele fuelin stations 0 38
ehiele service and recair larae 0
ehiele service and reDalr,small 02
reckin rd auto 59
Ir Transportation Uses
irolane sales and reDair
Helioads accessorY to orimarv use H38 H38 l-l
elinads commercial H
Munio!at al arts
M.STORAGE
Hazardous material storage,00-H24 ~24 ~24
site or offsite,inc[udina treatment
Indoor stora e Cl1 C11 C11 C11 Cl1 Cll C11
utdoor storaoe 57 57 57 064 64
elf-service storaoe 8 58 59 26 26
ehiele storage 038
Warehousina
N.INDUSTRIAL
Industrial General
fA.ssembly and/or packaging r r rooerations
AD.AdministratIve ConditIonal Use H •Hearing Examiner Conditional
U••
Blank =Not Allowed P =Pennltted Use p#.Pennllted provIded condItion
can bernet
#.CondIUon(s)
AC •Accessory Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4~3·040.C,Uses Permitted
in the Automall Imnrovement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master Prooram Reouirements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
SES RC R·1 R·5 R·8 RMH R·10 R·14 RM IL 1M IH CC CN CS CA CD CO COR
ommercial laundries existina 38 38 38 4
ommerclal laundries.new 38 38 38
onstruction/contractor's office 14
aboratories:lloht manufacturina 38 1'38 1'38 022 3 ~54
aboratories:research,31 f'\D3 f'\0 ~
development and testina
!Manufacturing and fabrication.,",59 P67 1'23
heavy
Manufacturina and fabrication Iiaht 3 n-t38 23
Manufacturing and fabrication,67 67 23
medium
alld Waste/Recvclln
Recycling collection and 14 38 P38 38
orocessinn center
Recycling collection station
lSewage disposal and treatment H59
'"'nlants
jVVaste recycling and transfer H59 p
facilities
o.UTILITIES ..-ommunication broadcast and H H H H H
'"''"H H38 H29 H38 H
'"'
n-t IH H H H
relay towers
Electrical power generation and H66 H66 H66 H66 ,",66 ,"66 ,",66 ,",66 H66 H66
coaeneration
Utilities.small
Utilities.medium 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Utilities,larae H H
P.WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
attice towers su ort structures H48 047 047 047 48 48 H48 047 48 047 48
Macro facility antennas 046 046 AD46 AD46 046 D46 046 P44 44 44 44 44 44 1'44 44 44 44 44
icro facilitv antennas
ini facility antennas 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44
inor modifications to existing 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49
wireless communication facilities
MonODole I SUDDOrt structures 45 ~45 H45 45 H45 45 45 ~46 44 44 44 046 D46 44 44 I'\[46 44 I'\[46
Blank.Not Allowed P •Pennltted Use P#"Pennltted provided condlIIon AC •Accessory Use
can be met
AD ..Admlnlstratlve Conditional Use H •Hearing ExamIner CondltJonai #,.Condltion(s)
U••
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4·3·020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4·3-050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3·040.C,Uses Permitted
in the Automallimorovement Districts and RMC 4·3·090 Shoreline Master Prooram ReQuirements.
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ONING USE TABLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
USES RC R·1 R·5 R·8 RMH R-10 R·14 RM IL 1M IH CC CN CS CA I CD CO COR
Monopole II support structures H48 047 1'\047 1'\047 l-l48 l-l48 l-l48 AD47 p.i48 1'\047 p.i48
Q.General Accessorv Uses·
Accessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 AC f6.C f6.C f6.C f6.C f6.C AC AC AC f6.C f6.C f6.C f6.C AC AC AC AC f6.C
and as defined in RMC 4-11.
where not othel"Nise listed in Use
Table
R.Tem orary Use
!Model homes in an approved 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53
residential development:one
model home on an existina lot
ates/marketina trailers ensite 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53
emporary or manufactured 10 10 10 P10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
buildinQs used for construction
emoararv uses 53 53 53 53 P53 53 53 53 53 53 1'53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53
o
"'"H
Z
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n
'"15...
'"'"w
AD •Administrative Conditional Use H•Hearing Examiner ConditIonal
u••
Blank'"'Not Allowed P •Permitted Use p#.Permitted provided condltlon
ClIn be met
#.Condltlon(s)
AC •Accessory Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4·3·050.C,Aquifer Protection RegUlations;RMC 4-3..Q40.C,Uses Pennitted
In the Automa!l Imorovement Districts and RMC 4-3-090 Shoreline Master Proaram Requirements.
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RESOURCE CONSERVATION (RC)
"lsES:I TYPE:
~:UCULTUREAND NATURAL
SOURCES
~O"Mculture I P
Natural resource extractionlrecoverv H
~.,&RELATED USES
Animal husban~(20 or fewer small P#51
nimals ner acre
Animal husbandry (4 or fewer P#51
medium animals ~r acre)
f'illImal husbandry (~imum of 1 P#51
arlle animal ner acre
Greater number of animals than H#36
Uowed above
Reeke;:;;;;w P#35
eIUlels AD #37
ennels,hobby AC#37
ets,common household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
tables,commercial AD #37
RESIDENTIAL
etached dwellino I P#19
anufactured Homes
~ufactured homes,desiPTlated I P #19
[OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OME OCCUPATIONS
ccessorv dwellino unit AD #7
dult familv home P
:;:;:-~homes II for 6 or less P
~ow:;-homes II for 7 or more P
Marne occW;-ations AC#6
!Retirement residences H
ARKS
arks,neiohborhood P
arks,reolonaVconununitv,existinu P
arks,re;ionallcommunitv,new AD
~THER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
ACILITIES
ommunitv Facilities
emeterv H
lReli~ous institutions H
Service and social or(!anizations H
Ipublic F aciliJies
;itv I!overnment facilities H
pther governrnent offices and H
acilities
bFFlCE AND CONFERENCE
VeterinarY offices/clinics I P
RETAIL~tirlP'and drinlcinu establishments I P #1
orticultural nurseries I H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
Cultural facilities I H
ecreation
olf courses existino)I P
olfcourses new I H
l'<ERVICES
ls'ervices,General
!Bed and breakfast house accessorY I AD
taed and breakfast house,orofessionall AD
lDav Care Services
dult dav care I AC
dult dav care II H
lav care centers H#25
!Familv day care AC
lHealthcare Services
Ironvalescent centers I H
Medical institutions I H
trF lLITIES
/Communications broadcast and relay H
owers
lutilities,small P
lutilities,medium AD
IUtilities,large H
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AO=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P""Permitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-G40.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
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4·2-Q70A
ORDINANCE NO.4963
RESOURCE CONSERVATION (RC)
!WIRELESS COMMUNICAnON
"'ACILITIES
lMacro facility antennas AD #46
Micro facility antennas P
!Mini facility antennas P#44
lMinor modifications to existing P#49
!wireless communication facilities
Monopole I support structures H#45
!GENERAL ACCESSORY USES
\Accessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
las defined in RMC 4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
IrEMPORARY USE
Saleslmarketin.trailers onsite P#IO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#IO
sed for construction
em uses P#53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
Ae-Ae«ssory Use
l#=Condition(s)
P=Permittcd Use P#s-Pcnnitted provided condition can be met
AlP'Administrativc Conditional Use H"Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OOO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations:RMC 4·3-040.C.Uses Pennitted in the Automan Improvement
Districts.and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
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ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2-0708 RESIDENTIAL-1 DUlAC (R-1)
SES:TYPE:
!AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL
RESOURCES
IAmiculture I P
Natural resource extraction/recoverY I H
~r _<&RELATED USES
'mal husbandry (20 or fewer small P#51
nimals ner acre)~
~imal husbandry (4 or;~wer P#51
Imedium animals ~acre
lAnimal husbandry (maximum of I P #51
arue animal ner ac;e)
preater number of animals than H#36
llowed above
eekeenino-P#35
ennels,hobby AC#37
!Pets,common household,up to 3 per AC
welling Wlit or business
~~tablishment
Rtables commercial AD #37
RFSIDENTIAL
Detached dweUin.P#19
lats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
Imits ,otal-buildino(~xistiooleoal
IManuractured Homes
Manufactured homes des~ated I P #19
PTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OME OCCUPATIONS
dult familv home P
oun homes II for 6 or less P
~u;:;-homes II for 7 or more H
Home occunations AC#6
etirement residences H
SCHOOLS
[K-12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivatd
~-12 ~~ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate ,existine
ARKS
arks,neio-hborhood P
arks,reuionaVcommunitv,existin2 P
arks,reuionallcommunitv.new AD
pTHER COMMUNITY &PUBUC
FACILITIES
ommunitu Facilities
~metetv H
elilrious institutions H
ervice and social organizations H
Pu.blic Facilities
:itv eovernment offices AD
Citv 20vemment facilities H
Other government offices and H
acilities
RETAIL
!Hatin.and drinkin.establisluneots I P#1
tHorticultural nurseries I H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
Siltural facilities I H
lRecreation
bolf courses (existine)P
bolf courses (new)H
lMarinas P
ERVICES
ervices General
IRed and breakfast house,accessorY .I AD
!Bed and breakfast house.nrofessionall AD
lDav Care Services
IAdult day care I AC
IAdult day care II H
!Dav care centers H#25
amilv day care AC
ealthcare Services
~nvalescent centers I H
Medical institutions I H
IurILITIES
ICommunications broadcast and relay H
owers
TYPES:Blank=Nol Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#ooCondition(s)
P=Permined Use PIP'oPermitted provided condition can be met
An=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3..(120,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050,C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4·3.()90,Shoreline Master Program Requirements,
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ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2.()70B RESIDENTIAL-1 DUlAC (R-1)
tilities,small P
tilities,medium AD
tilities,lar2e H
LESS COMMUNICATION
!FACILITIES
!Macro facility antermas AD #46
icro facility antennas P
ini facility antermas P#44
inor modifications to existing P#49
lwireless communication facilities
Monopole I support structures H#45
ENERAL ACCESSORY USES
IAccessory uses per RMC 4-2..050 and AC
s defmed in RMC 4·11,where not
·btherwise listed in the Use Table
EMPORARY USE
lM:odel homes in an approved P#1O
esidential development:one model
orne on an existing lot
aleslmarketinp'trailers,onsite P#1O
emporary or manufactured buildings P#10
Used for construction
em uses P#53
TYPES:BIlillk=Not Allowed
AC>-Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Permitted provided condition can be met
AIPAdministrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3.Q20,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3.040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automalllmprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
20
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2-o70C RESIDENTIAL-5 DUlAC (R-5)
USES:I TYPE:
f\GRICULTURE AND NATURAL
!RESOURCES
!Natural resource extraction/recovery I H
~&RELATED USES
~imal husbandry (20 or fewer small P #51
~imals per acre)~
!Animal husbandry (4 or fewer P #51
medium animals oer acrel
~imal husbandry (maximum of I P#51
ar..,animal per acre)
preater number of animals than H#36
llowed above
eek.eeoinl!P#35
ennels,hobbv AC#37
Pets,common household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
RESIDENTIAL
Detached dweUin.P#19
lats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
units total ner buildinl!(~xistinl!lel!al
Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes,desiJmated I P#19
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
dult family home P
GrOUD homes II for 6 or less P
GrouD homes II for 7 or more H
Home occuoations AC#6
SCHOOLS
K-12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivatel
1\..-12 educational institution (public or P#9
rivate),existin~
ARKS
arks,neiQ:hborhood P
arks,rel!ionaVcommunitv,existinl!P
arks,rel!ionaVcommunitv,new AD
.OTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
FACILITIES
ommunitv Facilities
emeterv H
elil!ious institutions H
Service and social orl!anizations H
lPublic Facilities
:ity government offices AD
City government facilities H
~thergovenunentofficesand H
acilities
RETAIL
tEating and drinking establishments I P#1
!Horticultural nurseries I H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
tttertainment
Cultural facilities I H
'Recreation
Golf courses (existing)I P
Golf courses (new)I H
SERVICES
ervices General
ed and breakfast house,accessorY AD
Dav Care Services
Adult day care I AC
Adult day care II H
Dav care centers H#25
amily day care AC
Healthcare Services
onvalescent centers H
Medical institutions H
UTUITIES
Lommunications broadcast and relay H
owers
tilities,small P
tilities medium AD
tilities,larl!e H
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AOeAccessory Use
#---condition(s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD"'Administrative Conditional Use H:Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4.-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
21
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-070C RESIDENTIAL-5 DUlAC (R-5)
/WiilELESS COMMUNICATION
IFACILITIES
Macro facility antennas AD #46
Micro facility antennas P
Mini facility antennas P#44
~inor modifications to existing P#49
lwireless communication facilities
Monooole I supoort structures H#45
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
IAccessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and ACPsdefinedinRMC4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
~ORARYUSE
~ode1 homes in an approved P#lO
~idential development:one model
orne on an existinp:lot
aleslmarketinl!:trailers,ansite P#10
~mporaryor manufactured buildings P#1O
for construction
e uses P#53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
Ae-Accessory Use
#:=Conditioo(s)
P=Pennitted Use P/PoPermitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrati'+'l:Conditional Use H:.Hearing ExamiOCf Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-<l20.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C.Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts.and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Reql.iremenls.
22
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2-0700 RESIOENTIALoll (Roll)
USES:I TYPE:
f'\GRICULTURE AND NATURAL
IRESOURCES
Natural resource extraction/recoverY I H
~S &RELATED USES
[Animal husbandry (20 or fewer small P#5l
!animals per acre)·
!Animal husbandry (4 or fewer P#51
medium animals oer acre)
f'\nimal husbandry (maximum of 1 P#51
arge animal per acre)
preater number of animals than H#36
Ilowed above
Beekeenin.P #35
Kennels,hobby AC#37
ets,cOInmon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
llliSIDENTIAL
Detached dwelling P#19
tats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
units total Der building (~xisting legal
Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes,designated I P #19
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
Adult family home P
Group homes II for 6 or less P
Group homes IT for 7 or more H
Home occupations AC#6
SCHOOLS
K.-12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivate)
r...-12 educational institution (public or P#9
rivate),existinl!
ARKS
arks,neighborhood P
arks,recionaVcommunitv,existing P
arks,regionaVcommunitv,new AD
OTHER COMMUNITY &PUBUC
ACILITIES
ommunitv Facilides
::emeterv H
!Religious institutions H
Service and social organizations H
!Public Facilides
:ity government offices AD
::itv l!ovemment facilities H
pther government offices and H
acilities
llliTAIL
!Eating and drinking establishments I P#l
lHorticultural nurseries I H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
IEntertainment
Cultural facilities H
'Recreation
Golf courses (existing)P
Golf courses (new)H
ERVICES
ervices General
ed and breakfast house,accessory I AD
Dav Care Services
Adult day care I AC
Adult day care II H
av care centers H#25
amilv dav care AC
ealthcare Services
edical institutions H
UTII.ITIES
Communications broadcast and relay H
owers
tilities,small P
tilities medium AD
tilities,large H
LESS COMMUNICATION
"ACILITIES
TYPES:Blan!l?Not Allowed
AOoAccessory Use
#=Condition{s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examinu Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3.Q40.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
23
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-0700 RESIOENTlAL-8 (R-8)
Macro facility antennas AD #46·
Micro facility antennas P
Mini facility antennas P#44
Minor modifications to existing P#49
wireless communication facilities
lMonooole I SUDoort structures H#45
GENERAL ACCESSORY USES
IAccessory uses per RMe 4-2-050 and AC
s defined in RMC 4-11,where not
thetwise listed in the Use Table
rrEMPORARY USE
Model homes in an approved P#1O
esidential development:one model
orne on an existim~lot
aleslmarketinQ:trailers,ansite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#1O
sed for construction
em uses P #53
TYPES:Blank=Nol Allowed
AO=Accessory Use
#=Conditiones)
P""Pennitted Use P#=Permitted provided condition can be mel
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-J..
OOO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3..Q40.C.Uses Permitted in the AutomaJllmprovement
Districts,and RMC 4·3-D90,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
24
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2.Q70E RESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURED HOMES (RMH)
!ill'ES:I TYPE:
.
[AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL
iRRSOURCES
Natural resource extractionlrecoverv I H
&RELATED USES
ennels,hobby AC#37
ets,conunon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablislunent
®rSIDENTIAL
'Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homes P #19
Manufactured homes des~ated P #19
Mobile homes P#19
~;nmRRESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OME OCCUPATIONS
dult fami~home P
aretaker's residence AC
Groun homes II for 6 or less P
GrOUD homes II for 7 or more H
Home occuuations AC#6
CHOOLS
K-12 educational institution (public or H#9
hrivate)
tK-12 :~ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate ,existinu
PARKS
lParks,nei;}lborhood P
lParks rePionaVconununitY,"existiJi;P
!Parks reQionaVcomrDlmitv,new AD
~,TBER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
ACILITIES
ommu;;;;;Facilities
coeme,m H
lReliQious institutions H
~ervice and social orQ:anizations H
!Public Facilities
City Q:ovemment offices I AD
~itv D'overnment facilities I H
ther D'overnment offices &facilities I H
IRRTAU.
IEatin.and drinkin.establisiunents I P#l
!Horticultural nurseries I H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
ltural facilities I H
ecreation
Golf courses (existmQ:)-I P
Golf courses (new)I H
SERVICES
Dav Care Services
dult day care I AC
dult dav care II H
av care centers H#25
amilv dav care AC
Healtltcare Services
Medical institutions I H
UTUITIES
Communications broadcast and relay H
owers
Utilities,small P
Utilities,medium AD
Utilities,large H
LESS COMMUNICATION
IFACILITIES
Macro facility antennas AD #46
Micro facility antennas P
Mini facility antennas P#44
~inor modifications to existing P #49
Iwireless communication facilities
Monooole I SUDDort structures H#45
!GENERAL ACCESSORY USES
lAccessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
s defined in RMC 4-11,where not
btherwise listed in the Use Table
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P;Pennitted Use P#=Permitted provided condition can be met
AD;Administrative Conditional Use H=>Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-G40.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
25
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-o70E RESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURED HOMES (RMH)
II'EMPORARY USE
Model homes in an approved P#IO
residential development:one model
orne on an existinl!lot
aleslmarketinl!trailers,onsite P#10
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
used for construction
e uses P #53
TYPES:BIank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P"'Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD='Administrative Conditional Use H"'Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4--3-040.C,Uses Permitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4·3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
26
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2.Q70F RESIDENTIAL-10 (R-10)
USES:I TYPE:
~GRICULTUREAND NATURAL
RESOURCES .
Natural resource extraction/recovery I H
~&RELATED USES
Animal husbandry (20 or fewer smaU P #51
animals per acre)'
Animal husbandry (4 or fewer P #51
medium animals t>er acre)
Animal husbandry (maximum of I P#51
arge animal per acre)
Greater number of animals than H#36
Uowed above
ennels,hobbv AC#37
ets,common household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
!RESIDENTIAL
Detached dwellin.P#19
Semi-attached dwelling P #19
!Attached dwellin.P #50
[Flats or townhouses (existin~legal)P
[Flats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
kmits total oer buildin2 (~xisting le23.1
lManufactured Homes
lManufactured homes,designated I P #19
pTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
!Adult familY home P
kJrouD homes II for 6 or less P
Kiroup homes II for 7 or more H
tHorne occupations AC#6
~etirementresidences AD
CHOOLS
iK-12 educational institution (public or H#9
orivate)
~-12 educational institution (public or P#9
rivate),existin2:
!PARKS
!Parks,neil!hborhood P
'!Parks,recionaVcommunitv,existin2:P
[Parks,recionaVcommunitv,new AD
pTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
FACILlTffiS
ommunitv Facilities
emeterv H
tRelicious institutions H
Service and social organizations H
!Public Facilities
(Aty govennnent offices AD
:ity government facilities H
Other government offices and H
acilities
RETAIL
Eatin2:and drinking establishments I P#l
orticultural nurseries H
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
Entertainment
Cultural facilities I H
ERVICES
ervices General
ed and breakfast house,accessOlv AD
av Care Services
dult day care I AC
dult dav care II H
Day care centers H#25
amilv day care AC
llealthcare Services
Convalescent centers I H
Medical institutions I H
UTILITffiS
~ommunications broadcast and relay H
owers
tilities smalI P
tilities medium AD
tilities larl!e H
TYPES:Blank-=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
~ndition(s)
P=PemUtted Use P#=Permitted provided condition can be met
AD"'Administratjve Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4·3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4·3-
050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automalllmprovement
Oislricts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
27
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2~70F RESIDENTIAL-10 (R-10)
LESSCO~CATION ..
ACILITIES
aero facility antennas AD #46
Micro facility antennas P
!Mini facility antennas P#44
!Minor modifications to existing P#49
!wireless communication facilities
Monooole I sunoort structures H#45
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
~~~u~s~rRMC~2~50~d AC
Jas defmed in RMC ~ll.where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
ORARYUSE
·~odeJ homes in an approved P#1O
~dential development:one model
orne on an existin210t
lSaIesimarketin2 trailers onsite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
bed'for construction
II emoon>rv 0=P #53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
Ao-Aeeessory Use
#ooCondition(s)
P=Pennitted Use PII-Pennitted provKkd condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H-Hcaring Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3--020.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
O5O.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C.Uses Permitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
28
4-2-Q70G
ORDINANCE NO.4963
RESIDENTIAL-14 (R-14)
"SES:I TYPE:
~GRICULTUREAND NATURAL
RF.SOURCES
Natural resource extraction/recoverY 1 H
~S &RELATED USES
ennets,hobbv AC#37
ets,common household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablislunent
SIDENTIAL
etached dwellinlJ"P #19
emi-attached dwellinp'P #19
ttached dwellifi;P#50
ManUfactured Homes
Manufactured homes,desiQIlated I P#19
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
dult familYhome PCrt-oun homes II for 6 or less P
Groun homes IT for 7 or more H
Home occunations AC#6
CHOOLS
K-12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivate)
K.-12 ~ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate ,existino
ARKS
arks,neiphborhood P
arks,re;;ronaVcommun~existiIlP-P
arks,rem-anal/community,new AD
laTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
f..ACILITIES
olllmunfh;Facilities
emeterV H
lRellmous institutions H
Service and social or~nizations H
lPublic Facilities
Citv l!ovemment offices AD
~itv p"overnment facilities H
·pther government offices and H
acilities
!RETAIL
~in2:and drinkin2:establishments H#33
orticultural nurseries H
etail sales H#33
IF.NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
!Entertainment
Cultural facilities H
lRecreation
Recreational facilities,indoor P#33
ecreational facilities outdoor P #33
ERVICES
ervices General
!Bed and breakfast house accessorv I AD
bn·site services I H#33
lDav Care Services
dult dav care I AC
dult day care II H#33
av care centers H#33
amilv dav care AC
Healtltcare Services
Convalescent centers I H
Medical institutions I H
UTILITIES
~onununicationsbroadcast and relay H
owers
!utilities,small P
!utilities,medium AD
!Utilities,lar2e H
LESS COMMUNICATION
IFACILITIES
!Macro facility anteJUlas AD #46
tMicro facility antennas P
tMini facility antennas P#44
lMinor modifications to existing P#49
!wireless communication facilities
Mononole I sunnort structures H#45
TYPES:Blank=Nol Allowed
AG-Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P"'Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4·3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3·040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4·3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
29
4-2.(170G
ORDINANCE NO.4963
RESIDENTIAL-14 (R-14)
,
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
JAccessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
s defined in RMC4-11.where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
ORARYUSE
!Model homes in an approved P#1O
~identiaI development:one model
orne on an existinO'lot
alesimarketinO'trailers,onsite P#1O
~mporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
for construction
em uses P #53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
Ae-Aecasory Use
#-Condirion(s)
P=Permined Use Plt-Pc:nnined provKicd condition can be met
AIFAdministrative Conditional Use H'=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C.Uses Pennitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-000.Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
30
4·2~70H
ORDINANCE NO.4963
RESIDENTIAL MULTI·FAMILY (RM)
IJSES:I TYPE:
~~:UCULTUREAND NATURAL
SOURCES
~atural resource extractionlrecoverv I H
S &RELATED USES
ennels,hobby AC#37
ets,common household,up to 3 per AC
~welling Wlit or business
stablishment
RESIDENTIAL
Detached dwelling (existing legall P
"-ttached dwellino P#19
tats or townhouses (existin21el!an P
lats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
lmits total ner building (~xistin.le",,1
e;nmR RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OME OCCUPATIONS
dult fami~home P
~ate residence AD
Crt-Qun homes IT for 6 or less P
Groun homes IT for 7 or more H
Home occunations AC#6
etirement residences P
CHOOLS
K.~12 :~~ucationai institution (public or H#9
ovate
1K-12 educational institution (public or P#9
rivate'\,existinO'
ARKS
arks,ne1Qhborhood P
arks,relrionaVcommunitv,existinl!P
arks reeionaVcommunitv,new AD
OTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
WACILITIES
ommunitv Facilities
Cemete",H
lRelieious institutions H
ervice and social oroanizations H
Public Facilities
;itv 20vemment offices AD
:itv 20vemment facilities H
~ther government offices and H
acilities
RETAIL
tEatin2 and drinkin2 establishments P#I
Horticultural nurseries H
lRetail sales AD
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
ltural facilities H
SERVICES
ervkes General
!Bed and breakfast house,accessorv I AD
ed and breakfast house nrofessionall AD #5
av Care Services
dult day care I AC
dult day care IT H
Day care centers H#25
amity day care AC
Healt"care Services
:nnyalescent centers H
Medical institutions H
STORAGE
elf-service stora2e I P#8
UTILITIES
~mmWlicationsbroadcast and relay·H
owers
tilities,small P
!utilities,medium AD
!utilities lar2e H
LESS COMMUNICATION
WACILITIES
Lattice towers sunnort structures H#48
Macro facilitv antennas P#44
!Micro facility antennas P
!Mini facility antennas P#44
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-o40.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4·3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
31
4·2'{)70H
ORDINANCE NO.4963
RESIDENTIAL MULTI·FAMILY (RM)
~?r modifications to existing P#49
.less conununication facilities
lMonooole I SUDoort structures AD #46
Monooole IT SUDoort structures H#48
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
!Accessory uses per RMC 4-2~50 and AC!as defined in RMC 4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
ORARYUSE
jModel homes in an approved P#lO
residential development:one model
orne on an existinelot
aleslmarketine trailers,ansite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#!O
~for co:ction
P#53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
AD-AocesstJrj Use
#-Condition(s}
P=Pcm:titted Use PH-Permitted provided coodition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Usc H-Hearing Examiner Conditiooal Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations:RMC 4-3-040.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts.and RMC 4-3-090.Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
32
4·2-0701
ORDINANCE NO.4963
CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL (CC)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD""Administrative Conditional Use H"'Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
rISES:I TYPE:
AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL~OURCES
atural resource extractionlrecoverv H
&RELATED USES
lKennels,hobbv AC#37
~~ts.common household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
RESIDENTIAL
netached dwellin.(exi,tin.Ie.all I P
!Attached dwelline:I P #18
KlTBER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
InOME OCCUPATIONS
!Home occunations I AC#6
CHOOLS
~-12 educational institution (public or H
rivale)
1K-12 ;~~ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate existincr
ARKS
arks,nej";hborhood P
arks,remonaVcommunttV:"existiM P
arks remonaVconununitv,new AD
~TBER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
ACILITIES
ommun;tu Facilities
eme~H
eliPiousinstitutions H
ervice and social onianizations H
ubUe Facilities
Citv eovemment offices AD
"itv oovemment facilities H
pther government offices and H
acilities
bFFICE AND CONFERENCE
bffices,l!eneral I AD#17
TYPES:B1ank=Not Allowed
ACcAcccssory Use
#=Condition(s)
.RETAIL
tDrive-inldrive-throu2h,retail AC
tin2 and drinkin2 establishments P#22
orticultural nurseries H
~etail sales P#60
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
nlerlainment
Cultural facilities I AD
ERVICES
ervices General
ed and breakfast house accessorv AD
ed and breakfast house,nrofessionaJ AD
On-site services P#63
IDrive-inldrive-throull:h service AC
lDal'Care Services
dult day care I P#22
dult dav care n P#22
lav care centers P #22
amilv dav care AC
lHeaItltcare Services
Medical institutions I H
~mCLE RELATED ACTIVITIES
:ar washes AD #2
ehicle fuelinu stations AD
ehicle service and renair,small AD #2
[<;TORAGE
Irndoor storaQe I AC#ll
IINDUSTRIAL
oUd Waste/Recvclinl!
!Recycling collection station I P
TILITIES
~ommunicationsbroadcast and relay H
owers
!Electrical power generation and H#66
hnueneration
n.tilities,small P
lutilities,medium AD
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations:RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
33
4-N1701
ORDINANCE NO.4963
CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL (CC)
IUtilities lanze I H
LESS COMMUNICATION
ACllJTIES
[.attice towers SUDoort structures H#48
Macro facility antennas P#44
Micro facility antennas P
Mini filcilitv antennas P#44
Minor modifications to existing P#49
!wireless communication facilities
Monooole I SUDoort structures AD #46
1M0noDOIe D suooort structures H#48
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
IAccessory uses per RMC 4-2.j)50 and ACPsdefmedinRMC4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
trEMPORARY USE
!Model homes in an approved P#lO
~dential development:one model
orne on an existinl!lot
aleslmarketin.trailers,ansite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO~for co:ction
P#53
TYPES:Blank-Not Allowed
Ao-AccessIXY Use
#-Condition(s)
PZPennitted Use PNsPermitted provided condition can be met
AJ>=.AdnUnistrative Conditional Use HsHearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts.and RMC 4-3-{t9(I,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
34
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-o70J CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD (CN)
IjSES:I TYPE:
AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL~OURCES
atural resource extraction/recoverv I H
&RELATED USES
!Kennels hobbV AC#37
~~ts,conunon household,up to 3 per AC
welling Wlit or business
stablishment
RESIDENTIAL
Detached dwelliM P#20
Semi-attached dwellinJ:'!P#20
ttached dwellinJ:'!P#20
ats or townhouses existino"leml1'\P
Jats or townhouses,00 greater than 2 P
bits total ncr building (~xistin.le.al
e;nmR RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OIllE OCCUPATIONS
dult familv home P#20
ronc;;:e;ate residence P#20
GrOun-homes IT for 6 or less P #20
rrroun homes II for 7 or more P#20
tHorne occuoations AC#6
etirement residences P#20
CHOOLS
iK-~12 ~~ucational institution (public or H#9
male
J(-12 _:~ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate existino"
chools/studios arts and crafts P#22
PARKS
arks neiJ:'!hborhood P
arks,reJ:'!ional/conununitv,existioJ:'!P
arks,reJ:'!ional/conununitv,new AD
~THER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
I"ACILITIES
Irommunil;Facilities
Cernete<v I H
lReliQ-lous institutions H
-Service and social orQ"anizations H
lPublic Facilities
:itv l!overnment offices AD
Citv l!overnment facilities H
Pther government offices and H
acilities
bFFICE AND CONFERENCE
Medical and dental offices AD #22
Offices,general P#22
eterinarv offices/clinics AD #22
.ETAIL
dult retail use P #43
IDrive-inIdrive-throul!h,retail AC
Eatine and drinkine establishments P#22
Horticultural nurseries H
Retail sales P#68
~tail sales outdoor P #15
ADaverns
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
nterlainmellt
dult entertainment business I P #43
Cultural facilities I AD
lRecreation
ecreation facilities,indoor I P #22
ERVICES
l\'enices General
bn-site services P#69
IDrive-inldrive-throul!h service AC
Ivehicle rental,small AD
lDav Care Services
dult day care I P#22
dult day care IT P#22
fav care centers P#22
amilv day care AC
lHealthcare Services
Ironvalescent centers I P #22
!Medical institutions I H
IVEmCLE RELATED ACTIVITIES
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AO=Acc:e:ssory Use
#=Condition(s)
P=Permitted Use P#=Permitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use Ho"'Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts.and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
35
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2'()70J CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD (CN)
!Car washes P#22 '
arking garage,structured,AD #22
bonunercial or Dublic
arking,surface,commercial or AD
ublic
ehicle fuelinQ:stations P
ehicle service and renair small P
TORAGE
!Indoor storage I AC#ll
elf-service storage I H#26
IINDUSTRIAL
olid WasteIRecvclinJ!
ecycling-collection station I P
IT S
~ommunications broadcast and relay H
owers
[Electrical power generation and H#66
~eneration
tilities,small P
IUtilities,medium AD
IUtilities,large H
LESSCO~CATION
IFACILITIES
.Lattice towers SUDoort StruCtureS H#48
!Macro facility antennas P#44
!Micro facility antennas P
/Mini facility antennas P#44
jM:inor modifications to existing P #49
lwireless communication facilities
Monooole I SUDoort structures AD #46
!Monooole II suooort structures H#48
!GENERAL ACCESSORY USES
!Accessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
las defined in RMC 4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
EMPORARY USE
lModel homes in an approved P#1O
residential development:one model
orne on an existing lot
ales/marketing trailers,onsite P#1O
emporary or manufactured buildings P#1O
!used'for construction
nem uses P#53
TYPES:Blank=Nol Allowed
AC=Ae<;essory Use
#o'Condilion(s)
P:Pemlitted Use P#:Pennitted provided condition can be met
AlFAdministralive Conditional Use H:Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use'Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,AqUifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
36
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2~70K CENTER SUBURBAN ICS)
Relilrious institutions H
ervice and social or2anizations I H
Public Facilities
~ity government offices AD
.{l!ovemment facilities H
er government offices and H
acilities
FFICE AND CONFERENCE
edical and dental offices P#22
ffices,e:eneral P#22
eterinarv offices/clinics P#22
RETAIL
IAdult retail use P#43
~rive-in/drive-throu2h retail AC
tm2 and drinking establishments P#22
orticultural nurseries H
etail sales P#22
etail sales,outdoor P #15
Taverns AD
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
Entertainment
dult entertainment business P#43
Cultural facilities AD
Dance clubs AD #22
Dance halls AD #22
Recreation
ecreation facilities indoor I P#22
ERVICES
ervices General
otel P#22
otel P#22
n-site services P#22
IDrive-in/drive-throu2h service AC
lDav Care Services
IAdult day care I P#22
"'dult day care IT P#22
~ay care centers P#22
amily day care AC
ealthcare Services
onvalescent centers P#22..P""Pennined Use P#=Pemutted proVided condition can be met
AD""Administrative Conditional Use H""Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
[USES:ITYPE:
~CULTUREAND NATIJRAL
SOURCES
atural resource extraction/recovery I H
lALS &RELATED USES
ennels,hobby AC#37
ets,CODUnon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablislunent
IRESIDENTIAL
etached dwelling P#20
emi-attached dweIlinR:P#20
ttached dwellin2 P#20
lats or townhouses (existin2 le2al P
lats or townhouses,no greater than 2 P
Units total per building (existing legal
IOTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
DOME OCCUPATIONS
lAdult family home P#20
Congregate residence P#20
lGroup homes IT for 6 or less P#20
oup homes n for 7 or more P#20
orne occuoations AC#6
etirement residences P#20
t;CHOOLS
1£<--12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivale)
11'--12 educational institution (public or P#9
private),existinJ!:
ISchools/studios,arts and crafts P#22
ARKS
arks,neimborhood P
arks re£ionaVcommunitv.existin2 P
arks,re2ionaVconununitv,new AD
IOTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
IFACILITIES
r,Gommunity Facilities
emeterv H
Uses may be further resbicted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,AqUifer Protection RegUlations;RMC 4-3·040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4·3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
37
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-ll70K CENTER SUBURBAN (CS)
lMedical institutions I H
IVEmCLE RELATED ACITVITIES
arwashes P#22
~xoress rtatian services AD #22
arking garage,structured,P#22
ommercial or public
arking,surface,commercial or P
ublic
ehicle fueling stations P
IV ehicle service and reoair small P
TORAGE
trndoor storage AC#ll
Outdoor storage AD #64
lSelf-service storage H#26
j@>USTRlAL
ndustrial General
ILaboratories:light manufacturing I AD #22
lSolid WasteIRecvcliny
lRecycling collection station I P
~nLlTIES
lCommWlications broadcast and relay H
owers
IElectrical power generation and H#66
:o2eneration
IUtilities,small P
!Utilities,medium I AD
IUtilities large I H
LESS COMMUNICATION
FACILITIES
ILattice towers suooort structures H#48
!Macro facility antennas P#44
Micro facility antennas P
!Mini facility antennas P#44
jr-Ainor modifications to existing P #49
!wireless communication facilities
lMonooole I suooort structures P#44
!Monooole II SUDoort structures H#48
K;ENERAL ACCESSORY USES
\Accessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AClasdefinedinRMC4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
rnMPORARY USE
lMod.e1 homes in an approved P#IO
esidential development:one model
orne on an existinp'lot
aleslmarketinQ trailers,onsite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
lused for construction
emporary uses P#53
TYPES:BlanPNot Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#:Condition(s)
P=Perrnitted Use P~Perrnitted provided condition can be met
An=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4~3'()20,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3~
050.C,AqUifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4~3-040.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4~3'()90.Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
38
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2.Q70L COMMERCIAL ARTERIAL (CA)
I@ES:I TYPE:
[AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL
'''''SOURCES
!Natural resource extraction/recoven.I H
~TS &RELATED USES
ennels,hobbv AC#37
ets,conunon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
establishment
'Ti'SIDENTIAL
ttached dwellinu P #18
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
OME OCCUPATIONS
oun homes!H
oun homes n for 7 or more H
orne occunations AC#6
CHOOLS
K.~12~~ucational institution (public or H#9
nvate
K-12 educational institution (public or P#9
rivate),existinu
Oiher htl?her education institution P
choolslstudios,arts and crafts P
rade or vocational school H
ARKS
arks,neiohborhood P
arks re;fonaVcommunitv,existino P
arks,re;fonaVconununiW new AD
~,THER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
ACILITIES
ommunitv Facilities
emet~H
fReiiPfous institutions H
~ervice and social orPanizations H
!Public Facilities
City p:ovemment offices I AD
City eovemment facilities I H
Other government offices and H
acilities
OFFICE AND CONFERENCE
Conference Center P #38
Medical and dental offices P
ffices,oeneral P
eterin:nv officeslclinics P
RETAIL
!Adult retail use P#43
tBie-box retail P
IDrive-inldrive-throueh retail AC
tEatine and drinkine establishments P
orticultural nurseries H
etail sales P
etail sales outdoor P
avems P
~ehicle sales larQ:e P #41
~ehicle sales,small P
ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
dult entertainment business P#43
ltural facilities AD
ance clubs P
Dance halls P
Card room P #52
Gaming/gambling facilities,not-for-H
rofit
ovie theaters P
ports arenas,auditoriums,exhibition P
ails,indoor
ports arenas,auditoriums,exhibition AD
~lls,ou.tdoor
ecreatlOn
ecreation facilities indoor I P
ecreational facilities,outdoor I H
SERVICES
ervices General
otel P
otel P
Off-site services P #38
TYPES:BllUlkaNot Allowed
AO=Accessory Use
~ndition(s)
P,,=Pennitted Use PIFPermined provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Ccmditional Use H"=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,AqUifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3.()40.C.Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090.Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
39
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2-o70L COMMERCIAL ARTERIAL (CA)
Pn-site services P
IDrive-infdrive-throulili service AC
lVehicle rental,small P
lav Care Services
dult day care I P
dult daY care n P
bJay care centers P
amily day care AC
lHeaIthcare Services
lConvalescent centers I H
Uedical institutions I H
fEIDCLE RELATED ACTIVITIES
odv shoos H #31
ar washes P
IExoress transDortation services AD
!Parking garage,structured,P
onunercial or public
arking,surface,conunercial or P
ublic
ransit centers H
IV ehicle fueling stations P
lVehicle service and repair small P
Wir Transportation Uses
elioads.accessory to primary use I H
I
TORAGE
trndoor stora2e AC#ll
lOutdoor storage P#64
elf-service storage H
ehicle storage AD #38
lNDUSTRIAL
ndustriaI.General
Laboratories:lieht manufacturinQ:P
Laboratories:research,development P
land testing
Manufacturing and fabrication,light H
I'iolid WasleJReevclin"
lRecycling collection station and P#38
IProcessine center
IRecycling collection station P
rITILITIES
/Conununications broadcast and relay H
Itowers
jblectrical power generation and H#66
:o2eneration
!utilities,small P
IUtilities medium AD
IUtilities,larl!e H
LESSCO~CATION
iFACILITIES
Lattice towers suooort structures AD #47
Macro facility antennas P#44
Micro facility antennas P
Mini facility antennas P#44
~inor modifications to existing P#49
!wireless communication facilities
tMonoDole I suooort structures P#44
lMononole II suonort structures AD #47
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
IAccessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
s defined in RMC 4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
EMPORARY USE
jM:odel homes in an approved P#lO
esidential development:one model
orne on an existinl!lot
ales/marketine trailers.onsite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
sed for construction
emoorarv uses P#53
TYPES:B1ank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be mel
ADzAdministrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3'()20.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3·040.C.Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
40
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4·2-070M CENTER DOWNTOWN (CD)
rISES:I TYPE:
~~:UCULTURE AND NATURAL
SOURCES
Natural resource extractionlrecoverv I H
S &RELATED USES
ennets,hobby AC#37
ets,conunon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
stablishment
RF.SIDENTIAL
betached dwellin.(existin.le.aD I P
Attached dwellin.I P#16
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
Adult family home P#3
omrreeate residence P#3
Grouo homes I H#3
Irn-ou n homes n for 6 or less P#3
~un homes n for 7 or more H#3
orne occu;;.tions AC#6
etirement residences P#3
CROOLS
-12 educational institution (public or H#9rivat~)
K-12 :~.ucational institution (public or P#9
rivate ,existine
bther hieher education institution P
~choolslstudios,arts and crafts P
ARKS
arks,neiohborhood P
arks,reoionaVoonununitv existino P
arks,re;;fonaVconununiiV:"new AD
[oTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
ACILITIES
01ll1llunit"Facilities
emetP.rV H
lRe:fi;ious institutions H
l<fervice and social of;anizations H
!Public Facilities
.Citv l!ovemment offices AD
:itv l!ovemment facilities H
pther government offices and H
acilities
OFFICE AND CONFERENCE
::Onference Center P
edical and dental offices P
ffices (Jeneral P
eterin~TV offices/clinics P
"'TAIL
IAdult retail use P#43
!Drive-inJdrive-throueh,retail AC#28
Eatine and drinkine establishments P
Horticultural nurseries H
etail sales P
etail sales outdoor P#15
avems AD
NTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION
ntertainment
dult entertainment business P#43
Cultural facilities AD
ance clubs H
ance halls H
ovie theaters P
ports arenas,auditoriums,exhibition P
halls,indoor
lRecreation
!Recreation facilities,indoor I P
ERVICES
ervices General
lBed and breakfast house,accessorv P
!Bed and breakfast house,orofessional P
IRotel P
On-site services P
lDrive-inJdrive-throulZh service AC#70
au Care Services
dult day care I P
dult day care IT P
!Dav care centers P
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AO=AccCS$ory Use
#=Condition(s)
P=Permitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4·3-040.C,Uses Permitted in the AulomaU Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
41
ORDINANCE NO.4963
4-2-ll70M CENTER DOWNTOWN (CD)
amitv dav care I AC#3"
ealthcare Services
ovalescent centers I P#3
edical institutions I H
IVEffiCLE RELATED ACITVITIES
arking garage,structured,P#3
onunercial or public
arking,surface,commercial or P#3
ublic
axistand AD
ransit centers P
ir TranslJortation Uses
unicinal airoorts H
IsTORAGE
IIndoor storage I AC#ll
IINDUSTRlAL
ndustrial General
onunerciallaundries,existinQ:P#4
Laboratories:li2ht manufacturinQ:P#3
Laboratories:research,development AD #3
od testing
Manufacturim~and fabrication liRht H#3
olid Waste!Reevclinp
ecvclinQ:collection station P
iUTIIITIES
~ommunicationsbroadcast and relay H
owers
Iblectrical power generation and H#66
buzeneration
IUtilities,small P
IUtilities,medium AD
IUtilities,large H
jwmELESS COMMUNICATION
IFACllJTIES
tLattice towers support structures H#48
Macro facility antennas P#44
IN icro facility antennas P
ini facilitv antennas P#44
1M inor modifications to existing P#49
lwireless communication facilities
lMonooole I support structures AD #46
lM"onooole IT Sunoort structures H#48
ENERAL ACCESSORY USES
jAceessory uses per RMC 4·2-050 and AC
s defmed in RMC 4-11,where not
therwise listed in the Use Table
TEMPORARY USE
~odel homes in an approved P#lO
!residential development:one model
orne on an existinQ"lot
ales/marketinQ:trailers,onsite P#lO
emporary or manufactured buildings P#lO
sed for construction
em uses P #53
TYPES:Blank=Not Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#:Condition(s)
P"'Permitted Use P#==Pennitted provided condition can be mel
AD=-Administrative Conditional Usc H=Hearing Examiner Condilional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4~-o20.Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3·
050.C.Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4~.Q40.C.Uses PenniHed in the Automall Improvement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program ReqUirements.
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4-Z-Q70N COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO)
[USES:~TYPE:
~RICULTURE AND NATURAL
SOURCES
[Natural resource extraction/recovery I H
&RELATED USES
ets,common household,up to 3 per AC
~welling Wlit or business
!establishment
IOTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING ANDIre0MEOCCUPATIONS
etirement residences I P #39
lSCHOOLS
1K-12 educational institution (public or H#9
rivate)
fl"--12 educational institution (public or P#9
private),existing
Other higher education institution P
~chools/studios,arts and crafts P
ARKS
arks neighborhood P
arks,regionaVcommunity,existing P
arks regional/community,new AD
IOTHER COMMUNITY &PUBLIC
"ACILITIES
lro1ltmunitv Facilities
emeterv H
eligious institutions H
ervice and social organizations H#12
lPublic Facilities
:ity government offices P
:itv 20vemment facilities H
ails,existing municipal P
Other govenunent offices and H
acilities
IOFFICE AND CONFERENCE
nference Center P
edical and dental offices P
fiiees,general P
~terinary offices/clinics I P#38
IRETAIL
IAdult retail use P#43
IEatin2 and drinking:establishments P#12
!Horticultural nurseries H
etail sales P#54
~NTERTAINMENTAND RECREATION
!l!tlerlainmenl
dult entertainment business P#43
Piltural facilities AD
\Dance clubs P#38
lDance halls P #38
raminglgambling facilities,not-for-H#38
rofit
Movie theaters P#12
fSports arenas,auditoriums,exhibition P#38
IQ!!ls,indoor
Iflecreation
~ecreation facilities,indoor I P#65
~ecreationa1 facilities,outdoor I H#38
SERVICES
lservices General
~otel P #38
Q!1-site services P #54
~Ye-inidriYe-through service AC#61
a Care Services
dult day care I P
dult day care II P #12
'ay care centers P
!Familv day care AC
,#ealthcare Services
~nYalescent centers I P#39
Medical institutions I P#40
lVEillCLE RELATED ACTMTIES
arking garage,structured,P
~nunercial or Dublic
!Parking,surface,conunercial or AD
ublic
axi stand AD
ransit centers H#38
TYPES:Blan\c:oNot Allowed
AC=Accessory Use
#=Condition(s)
P;Pennitted Use P#==Permitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
050.C,AqUifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-040.C,Uses Pennitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Requirements.
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4·2-070N COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO)
IV ehicle fueling stations I P #38
14ir TransDorlanon Uses
lHelipads,accessory to prirnarv use I H
TORAGE
IIndoor stora(!e I AC#ll
~USTRIAL
ndustrial General
lLaboratories:liJilit manufacturing AD #54
/Laboratories:research,development AD
land teslin.
lManufacturing and fabrication li~ht H#38
oUd Waste/Recvc/inp'
ecycling collection station I P
IUTIIITIES
lCommunications broadcast and relay H
owers
IElectrical power generation and H#66
bogeneration
IUtilities,small P
IUtilities,medium AD
IUtilities,large H
!wmELESS COMMUNICATION
IFACILITIES
lLattice towers support structures AD #47
{aero facility antennas P#44
.ero facilitv antennas P
ini facilitv antennas P#44
lMinor modifications to existing P#49
lwireless communication facilities
!Monopole I support structures P#44
!Monopole n support structures AD #47
IGENERAL ACCESSORY USES
!Accessory uses per RMC 4-2-050 and AC
las defined in RMC 4-11,where not
thetwise listed in the Use Table
EMPORARY USE
ales1marketinl!trailers,onsite P #10
emporary or manufactured buildings P #10
~d for construction
em uses P #53
TYPES:BIank=Not Allowed
Ae-Accessory Use
1FCondition(s)
P=Pennitted Use P#=Pennitted provided condition can be met
AD=Administrative Conditional Use H=Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Uses may be further restricted by:RMC 4-3-020,Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions;RMC 4-3-
OSO.C,Aquifer Protection Regulations;RMC 4-3-Q40.C,Uses Permitted in the Automallimprovement
Districts,and RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program ReqUirements.
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4·Nl700 CENTER OFFICE RESIDENTIAL (COR)
USES:I TYPE:
~~,RICULTUREAND NATURAL
SOURCES
Natural resource extractionlrecove;:;-I H
S &RELATED USES
ermels hobbY AC#37
ets,conunon household,up to 3 per AC
welling unit or business
establishment
RESIDENTIAL
ttached dwellin o I P#19
OTHER RESIDENTIAL,LODGING AND
HOME OCCUPATIONS
GrOUD homes II for 6 or less P
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OT DIMENSIONS
Minimum Lot Size for lots ~,OOO sq.ft.,000 sq.ft."5,000 sq.ft."0 ~one
reated after Julv 11 1993
Minimum Lot Width/Depth for ~one None None [None
ols created after Julv 11 1993
OTCOVERAGE
Maximum Lot Coverage for ~5%of total lot area or 75%if 5%of total lot area or 75%if 5%of total lot area or 75%if .!35%of total lot area or 75%if
Buildings parking is provided within the arking is provided within the arking is provided within the parking is provided within the
~uilding or within an on~site uilding or within an on-site uilding or within an on-site ~uilding or within an on~site
parking garage.arkinq aaraQe.26 arkina ClaraQe.26 parking garage.
ENSITY Net Densltv In Dwelllna Units 08r Net Acre\
rMinlmum Net Residential ~one o dwelling units per net acre.10 dwelling units per net acre.~one
bensitv
Maximum Net Residential 15 dwelling units per net acre.15 dwelling units per net acre.o dwelling units per net acre.flO dwelling units per net acre.
bensltv'
lMaxlmum Density within NA District A District A ",A
Isuburban and Neighborhood Up to 60 dwelling units per net ~p to 60 dwelling units per net
Residential Bonus DIstrlct9 ere may be granted for cre may be granted for
rovision of:(a)mixed use provision of:(a)mixed use ;
rejects defined as a minimum projects defined as a minimum
epth of 30 feet of commercial epth of 30 feet of commercial
se on the first floor of the se on the first floor of the
primary structure facing the primary structure facing the
rterial,and (b)parking ~rterial,and (b)parking
~nclosed under or enclosed ~nclosed under or enclosed
~ithin the first floor of the fvithin the first floor of the
primary structure with either primary structure with either
ide or rear access.ide or rear access.
pistrict B pistrlct B
f'\bonus for architectural f'\bonus for architectural
nnovation may be approved up nnovatlon may be approved up
a a total of 36 dwelling units pe o a total of 36 dwelling units pe
ret acre through the et acre through the
I'nodification process of RMC 4-~odification process of RMC 4-
~-095E and the design criteria ~-o95E and the design criteria
pf RMC 4-9-250D3.pI RMC 4-9-25003.
ETBACKS
Minimum Front Yard 11l 10ft.The minimum setback 10ft.The minimum setback 10 ft.The minimum setback 10ft.The minimum setback
may be reduced to 0 ft through may be reduced to 0 f1.through may be reduced to 0 ft.through ~ay be reduced to 0 ft.through
he site Dian review orocess .he site olan review orocess he site olan review orocess he site olan review oro cess
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provided blank walls are not rovided blank walls are not rovided blank walls are not provided blank walls are not
oeated within the reduced oeated within the reduced oeated within the reduced oeated within the reduced
etback.etback.etback.etback.
lMaximum Front Vard i8 15 15 5 ft.15 None15ft.15 ft.
Minimum Side Yard Along A 10 ft.The minimum setback o ft.The minimum setback 10 ft.The minimum setback 10 ft.The minimum setback
~treet18 may be reduced to 0 ft.through ~ay be reduced to 0 ft.through ~ay be redu.ced to 0 ft.through may be reduced to 0 ft.through
he site plan review process he site plan review process he site plan review process he site plan review process
rovided blank walls are not provided blank walls are not provided blank walls are not rovided blank walls are not
ocated within the reduced ocated within the reduced ocated within the reduced ceated within the reduced
etback.etback.etback.etback.
Minimum Freeway Frontage 10 fllandscaped setback from oft.landscaped setback from 10 ft.landscaped setback from 10ft.landscaped setback from
Setback he property line.~e property line.~e property line.the property line.
Minimum RearYard18 None,except 15 ft.if lot abuts ~one,except 15 ft.if lot abuts INane,except 15 ft.if lot abuts None,except 15 ft.if lot abuts
or is adjacent to a residential pr is adjacent to a residential pr is adjacent to a residential r is adjacent to a residential
one,RC,R-l,R-5,R-S,R-l0,one,RC,R-l,R-5,R-B,R-l0,~one,RC,R-l,R-5,R-B,R-l0,one,RC,R-l,R-5,R~,R-l0,
R-14 or RM-1.~-14,or RM-1.f-14,or RM-1.R-14,or RM-1.
Minimum Side Yard18 ~one,except 15 ft.if lot abuts !None,except 15 ft.if lot abuts ~one,except 15 ft.if lot abuts None,except 15 ft.if tot abuts
pr is adjacent to a residential pr is adjacent to a residential pr is adjacent to a residential r is adjacent to a residential
one,RC,R-l,R-5,R-B,R-l0,Izone,RC,R-l,R-5,R-B,R-l0,one,RC,R-1, R-5,R-8,R-10,one,RC,R-1,~-5,R-8,R-10,
R-14,or RM-1.R-14,or RM-1.26 R-14,or RM-1.26 R-14,or RM-1..
Clear Vision Area n no case shall a structure over n no case shall a structure over n no case shall a structure over n no case shall a structure over
2"in height intrude into the 20'2"in height intrude into the 20'2"in height intrude into the 20'2"in height Intrude into the 20'
lear vision area defined in lear vision area defined in lear vision area defined in lear vision area defined in
RMC 4-11-030.RMC 4-11-030.RMC 4-11-030.flMC 4-11-030.
UILDING LIMITATIONS
~axlmum Gross Floor Area of~,OOO gross sq.ft.The 5,000 gross sq.ft.The 5,000 gross sq.ft The ,"one
IAny Single Commercial Use maximum size shalt not be maximum size shall not be maximum size shall not be
"n a Site ~xceeded except by Conditional xceeded except by Conditional xceeded except by CondItional
Use Permit.2,9 These Use Permit,2,9 These Use Permit.2,9 These
estrictions do not apply to estrictions do not apply to estrictions do not apply to uses
esidential uses subject to net esidential uses subject to net ubject to net density
K!ensitv limitations.ensitv limitations.imitations.
~aximum Gross Floor Area a ,000 gross sq.ft.«The 5,000 gross sq.ft.The 5,000 gross sq.ft.The "one
IAny Single Office Use on a maximum size shall not be maximum size shalt not be maximum size shall not be
site xceeded except by Conditional xceeded except by ConditionalxceededexceptbyConditionalUsePermit.The total gross Use Permit.The total grossUsePermit.2,9 These quare footage of these uses quare footage of these uses
estrictions do not apply to hall not exceed fifty percent hall not exceed fifty percent
esidential uses subject to net 50%)of the Qross snuare 50%'of the aross sciuare
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ensity limitations.ootage of the site.",,1:1 These ootage of the site.",l:l These
estrictions do not apply to estrictions do not apply to
esidential uses subject to net esidential uses sUbject to net
~ensjtv limitations.kiensitv limitations.
Building Orientation All commercial uses shall have r'lA r'lA NA
~eir primary entrance and shop
isplay window oriented toward
he street frontaqe.
-ANDSCAPING
Minimum Onsile Landscape 10ft.,except where reduced 10ft.,except where reduced 10 ft.,except where reduced 10ft.•except where reduced
Width Required Along the hrough the site plan review hrcugh the site plan review hrough the site plan review hrough the site plan review
Street Frontaae rocess.recess.rocess.recess.
;MInimum Onsile Landscape 15 ft.wide sight·obscuring 15 ft.wide sight-obscuring 15 ft.wide sight·obscuring 15 ft.wide sight-obscuring
f,Yldth Along the Street andscape strip.5,3 andscape strip.5,3 andscape strip.5,3 andscape strip.5,3
Frontage Required When a f the street is a designated f the street is a designated f the street is a designated f the street is a designated
!commercial Lot is Adjacent'rincipal arterial,1 non-sight rincipal arterial,1 non-sight rterial,l non-sight obscuring principal arterial,1 non-sight
o Property Zoned bscuring landscaping shall be bscuring landscaping shall be andscaping shall be provided pbscuring landscaping shall be
Residential,RC,R-1,R-5, R-8,rovided unless otherwise rovided unless otherwise nless otherwise determined by provided unless otherwise
R·10,R-14,or RM etermined by the Reviewing etermined by the Reviewing he Reviewing Official through etermined by the Reviewing
Official through the site plan Official through the site plan he site plan review process.pfficial through the site plan
eview process.eview process.eview process ..
Minimum Landscape Width 15 ft.wide landsc!,!ped visual 15 ft.wide landscaped visual 15 ft.wide landscaped visual 15 ft.wide landscaped visual
Required When a Commercial arrier consistent with the arrier consistent with the arrier consistent with the ~arrier consistent with the
ot is Abuttlng7 Property efinition in RMC 4-11-120.A efinition in RMC 4-11-120.A efinition in RMC 4-11·120.A ~efinitions in RMC 4-11-120.A
cned Residential,Re,R-1,10ft.sight-obscuring landscape 10 ft.sight-obscuring landscape 10ft.sight-obscuring landscape 10ft.sight-obscuring landscape
R-S,R-8.R-10. R-14.or RM trip may be allowed through trip may be allowed through trip may be allowed through trip may be allowed through
he site plan review process.4,3 he site Dian review process.4,3 he site plan review process.4,3 he site plan review process.4,3
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fSpecial Requirements for 1'A NA NA n the Green River Valley,an
Properties Located within the ~dditionaI2%of natural
Green River Valley Planning andscaping shall be required
Area per the Soil Conservation
rservice Environmental~itigation Agreement.These
jareas should not be dispersed
hroughout a site,but should be
jaggregated in one portion of the
property.Where possible,the
equired 2%landscaping for
jadjacent properties should be
Fontiguous.A drainage swate,
lanted with vegetation suitable
or habitat,may be counted
oward the 2%additional
andscape requirement if the
feviewing Official determines
~at the proposed pta~.ting plan
nd swale design will function to
meet the intent of these
egulations,including but not
imited to,that the facility slope
nd fencing design would not
nhibit wildlife use.See RMC 4~
-070.0.6,Green River Valley
andscanin~ReQuirements.
EIGHT
Maximum Building Height,S ft.S ft .••ISO ft.except when abutting lots ~O ft
xcept for Public uses with a oned R-e,RMH,R-10, R-14,~eights may exceed thePublicSuffix·(P)designation2O n no case shall height exceed ~eights may exceed the ~M-I,or RM-C,then 45 ft.26
he limits specified in RMC 4-3-maximum height with a ~eights may exceed the
maximum height with a
20.~onditional Use Permit.16 onditional Use Permit.16maximumheightwitha
n no case shall height exceed ~onditional Use Permit.16 n no case shall height exceed
he limits specified in RMC 4-3-n no case shall height exceed he limits specified in RMC 4-3-
~20.he limits specified in RMC 4-3-p20.
b20.
~aximum Height for Wireless See RMC 4-4-140G.~ee RMC 4-4-140G.~ee RMC 4-4-140G.~ee RMC 4-4-140G.
!communication Facilities
CREENING
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lOutdoor,Loading,Repair,ee RMC 4-4-095 See RMC 4-4-095 r;;ee RMC 4-4-095 lSee RMC 4-4-095
iMaintenance,Work,or
~~orage Areas;Surface·
ounted Utility and
lMechanlcal Equipment;Roof
op Equipment (Except for
elecommunlcatlon
EaulDmenll
Refuse or Rec clables ee RMC 4-4-090.ee RMC 4-4-090.ee RMC 4-4-090.ee RMC 4-4-090.
PARKING
!General ~~e RMC 10-10-13 and RMC 4-~~e RMC 10-10-13 and RMC 4-~~e RMC 10-10-13 and RMC 4-~~e RMC 10-10-13 and RMC 4-
-080._080.26 _080.26 -080.
EDESTRIAN ACCESS
General A pedestrian connection shall f-pedestrian connection shall f-pedestrian connection shall /-\pedestrian connection shall
e provided from a public ~e provided from a public ~e provided from a pUblic e provided from a public
ntrance to the street,in order ~ntrance to the street,in order !entrance to the street,in order ntrance to the streeUn order
o provide direct,clear and o provide direct,clear and o provide direct,clear and o provide direct,clear and
epa rate pedestrian walks from eparate pedestrian walks from lSeparate pedestrian walks from eparate pedestrian walks from
idewalks to building entries idewalks to building entries idewalks to building entries idewalks to building entries
~nd internally from bUildings to ~nd internally from bUildings to land internally from buildings to nd internally from bui"ldings to
flbutting retail properties,jabutting retail properties,Iabutting retail properties,butting retail properties,
nless the Reviewing Official ~nless the Reviewing Official ~nless the Reviewing Official nless the Reviewing Official
etermines that the requirement ~etermines that the requirement ~etermines that the requirement etermines that the requirement
fNould unduly endanger the fNould unduly endanger the ~ould unduly endanger the would unduly endanger the
edestrian.bedestrian.loedestrian.edestrian.
IGNS
General See RMC 4-4-100.See RMC 4-4-100.See RMC 4-4-100.See RMC 4-4-100.
LOADING DOCKS
Location within Site lSee RMC 4-4-080.lSee RMC 4-4-080.lSee RMC 4-4-080.See RMC 4-4-080.
~hall not be permitted on the ~haH not be permitted on the ~hall not be permitted on the Shall not be permitted on the
ide of the lot adjacent to or ide of the lot adjacent to or ide of the lot adjacent to or ide of the lot adjacent to or
~butting a residential zone,RC,~butting a residential zone,RC,~butting a residential zone,RC,butting a residential zone,RC,
R-1,R-5, R-8,R-10,R-14,ar f-1,R-5, R-8,R-10, R-14,Dr f-1,R-5, R-8,R-10, R-14,or R-1, R-5, R-8,R-10, R-14,RM-
RM 3 RM3 RM.3 N,RM-C,or RM-1.3
DUMPSTER/RECYCLING COLLECTION AREA
fSize and Location of,Refuse,Fee RMC 4-4-090.Fee RMC 4-4-090.Fee RMC 4-4-090.Fee RMC 4-4-090.
r Recycling Areas
RITICAL AREAS
eneral See RMC 4-3-050.See RMC 4-3-050.See RMC 4-3-050.See RMC 4-3-050.
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~T DIMENSIONS
inimum Lot Size for lots created after None 5,000 sq.ft.~one
ulv 11 1993
Minimum Lot Width/Depth for fots None None ~one
reated after Julv 11 1993
OTCOVERAGE
~aximum Lot Coverage for Buildings or properties located within the 5%I~of total lot area or 75%".if ~5%of total lot area or 75%if parking is
'Downtown Core Area"11:None.parking is provided within the building or provided within the building or within a
For properties located outside the
ithin a parking garage.parking garage,25
powntown Core Area:65%of total lot
~rea or 75%if parking is provided within
he building or within a parking garage.
DENSITY Net Density in Dwellln Units per Net Acre
lMinimum Net Residential Density ~5 dwelling units per net acre.;I ~A Where a development involves a mix of
~he minimum density requirements ses then minimum residential density
~hall not apply to the subdivision and/or hall be 16 dwelling units per !;let
evelopment of a legal lot 1/2 acre or cre.9,25
ess in size as of March 1,1995.When proposed development does not
,nvelve a mix of uses,then minimum
esidentlal density shall be 5 dwelling
nits per net acre.9,25
he same area used for commercial
nd office development can also be
~~d to calculate residential density.
here commercial and/or office areas
re utilized in the calculation of density,
he City may require restrictive
ovenants to ensure the maximum
ensity is not exceeded should the
roperty be subdivided or in another
manner made available for separate
ease or convevance.
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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS
CD CO
Maximum Net Residential Density 100 dwelling units per net acre.9 ~A ICOR 1 and 2(Generally the Staneway
!concrete Site and Port Quendall $Ite,
pensity may be increased to 150
espectlvely):25 dwelling units per net
ere,without bonus.Bonus density may
welling units per net acre subject to e achieved subject to noted
fA.dministrative Conditional Use equirements in RMC 4-9-065,Density
pproval,9 9
iBonus Review.
COR 3 (Generally the Southport Site):
9,25
lSO dwelling units per net acre.
frhe same area used for commercial
jand office development can also be
~~d to calculate residential density.
here commercial and/or office areas
Iare utilized in the calculation of density,
he City may require restrictive
!covenants to ensure the maximum~ensity is not exceeded shoulQ the
property be subdivided or in another
manner made available for separate
ease or conveyance.
ETBACKS
!MInimum Front Yard 115 ~lthln Downtown Core Area :iBUlldlngs less than 25 ft.in height:15i!?.etermined through Site Plan Review.
~one ~'9 -2,24,25
putside Downtown Core Area 11:13Ulldlngs 25 ft.to 80 ft.In height:20
10ft.-for the first 25 ft.of building ~13.'9
~eight.~_ulldings over 80·ft.In height:30 ft.13
15 ft.-for that portion of a building over
~5 ft.in height.
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Maximum Front Yard 18 15 ft.-buildings 25 ft.or less in height.~ne Q.etermined through Site Plan Review.
lNone -for that portion of a building over 2,24,25
5 ft.in height
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!Minimum Side Yard Along A 5treet18 ~ithln Downtown Core Area 11:15 ft.l~-buildings less than 25 ft.in Determined through Site Plan
~one ~eight.Review.22,24,25
k>utslde Downtown Core Area11:
oft.13 ,19 _buildings 25 ft.to 80 ft.in
eight.
10ft.-for the first 25 ft.of building o ft.13 ,19 _buildings over 80 ft.in
~eight.eight.
b~ft.-for that portion of building over
5 ft.in heiaht.
Maximum Side Yard Along A 5treet18 15 ft.-buildings 25 ft.or less in height.None Determined through Site Plan
None -for that portion of a building over
Review.22 ,24,25
5 ft.in heioht.
Minimum Freeway Frontage Setback 10ft.landscaped setback from the 10ft.landscaped setback from the 10ft.landscaped setback from the
roperty line.roperty line.roperty line.
Minimum RearYard18 None,unless the CD lot abuts a None required,except,15 ft.if abutting petermined through Site Plan Review.
esidential zone,RC,R-1,R-5.R-8,R-o a residential zone,R-1, R-5. R-8,R-2.24,25
10,R-14,RM-I,RM-C, RM-N,or RM-U,10,R-14,or RM-1.
hen there shall be a 15 ft.landscaped
trip or a 5 ft.wide sight-obscuring .
andscaped strip and a solid 6 ft.high
arrier used along the common
boundarv.
Minimum Side Yard 18 None !'Jone required,except 15 ft.if abutting ~~etermined through Site Plan Review.r{.adjacent to a residential zone,R-1,2,24,25
-5 R-8 R-l0,R-14 or RM-1.
Clear Vision Area NA t:no case shall a structure over 42"in n no case shall a structure over 42"in
eight intrude into the 20'clear vision eight intrude into the 20'clear vision
rea defined in RMC 4-11-030.rea defined in RMC 4-11-030.
ON-SITE LANDSCAPING
Minimum Onslte Landscape Width -Within Downtown Core Area :None 10 ft.,except where reduced through Determined through Site Plan Review.
Along the Street Frontage
Outside Downtown Core Area 11:10 ft.23
he site plan review process.
\Minimum Onsite Landscape Width ~one 15 ft.sight-obscuring landscaping.lDetermined through Site Plan Review.
jRequired Along the Street Frontage
f the street is a designated arterial 1,~hen a Commercial Lot is Adjacenf'on-siaht-obscurina landscapinQ shall
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o Property Zoned R-1, R-5,R-8,R-10,e provided unless otherwise
R-14,or RM etermined by the Reviewing Official
hrough the site nlan review orocess.3.5
Minimum Landscape Width Required 15 ft.landscaped strip consistent with 15 ft.wide landscaped visual barrier Determined through Site Plan Review.
When a Commercial Lot is Abuttlnl he definition of landscaped visual onsistent with the definition in RMC 4-
Property Zoned Residential arrier in RMC 4-11-120;or 5 ft.wide 11-120,when abutting a residentially
ight-obscuring landscaped strip and a cned property,R-1,R-5,R-6,R-10,R-
olid 6 ft.high barrier used along the 14,or RM.
:ommon boundary of residentially A.10 ft.sight-obscuring landscape striponedproperty,RC,R-1,R-S,R-B,R-
0,R-14,RM-N, RM-C,RM-I or RM-U.flay be allowed through the site plan
eview orocess.3,4
Minimum Onsite Landscape Width ",A 15 ft.wide sight-obscuring landscape !OBtermined through Site Plan Review.
~~qulred Along the Street Frontage trip.
~hen a Commercial Zoned Lot is
~djacent8 to Property Zoned
!commercial,Office or Public/Quasi,
.e.,CC CN CS,CA,CO,CO,or COR
~pecial Requirements for Properties ~A In the Green River Valley,an additional NA
ILocated within the Green River Valley ~%of natural landscaping is required
Planning Area er the Soil Conservation Service
nvironmental Mitigation Agreement.
hese areas should not be dispersed
hroughout a site,but should be
ggregated in one portion of the
roperty.Where possible,the required
%landscaping for adjacent properties
hould be contiguous.A drainage
wale,planted with vegetation suitable
or habitat,may be counted toward the
%additional landscape requirement if
he Reviewing Official determines that
he proposed planting plan and swale
esign will function to meet the intent of
hese regulations,inclUding but not
imited to,that the facility slope and
encing design would not inhibit wildlife
se.See RMC 4-4-070.0.6,Green
River Valley Landscaping
Requirements.
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iHEIGHT
Maximum Building Height 5 ft.6,10 50 ft.,;,,-le0R 1 (Generally the Stoneway
~~ncrete Site):10 stories and/or 125 ft.
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POR 2 and 3 (Generally the Port
puendall Site and the Southport Site,
espectlvely):10 stories and/or 125 ft.;
provided,the master plan includes a
balance of building height,bulk and
density6;and provided,that in the COR
3 Zone only,buildings or portions of
uildings which are within 100 ft.of the
horeline shall not exceed a maximum
heioht 0175 ft.25
!Maximum Building Height When a o ft.more than the maximum height a ft.more than the maximum height I!?~etermined through Site Plan Review.
Building Is Abutting7 a Lot ~:owed in the abutting residential zone,Uowed in the abutting residential zone,5
!Designated as Residential C,R-1, R-5,R-10, R-14,RM-I,RM-N,~C,R-1,R-5,R-10,R-14,or RM.6
r RM-C.6,17
Maximum Height for Wireless ~ee RMC 4-4-140G.~ee RMC 4-4-140G.~ee RMC 4-4-140G.
!communication Facilities
CREENING
!MInimum Required for Outdoor bee RMC 4-4-095.bee RMC 4-4-095.Isee RMC 4-4-095.
Loading,Repair,Maintenance,
!storage or Work Areasj Surface-
iMounted Utility and Mechanical
Equipment;Roof Top Equipment
Except for Telecommunication
lEaulDmenll
Refuse or Recvclinn ~ee RMC 4-4-090.~ee RMC 4-4-090.~ee RMC 4-4-090.
ARKING AND LOADING
General ~ee RMC 4-4-080 and RMC 10-10-13.~ee RMC 4-4-080 and RMC 10-10-13.~ee RMC 4-4-080 and RMC 10-10-13.
Ioirect arterial access to individual
tructures shall occur only when
[ternative access to local or collector
-treets or consolidated access with
Idiacent uses is not feasible.
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EDESTRIAN ACCESS
]General iNA V'pedestrian connection shall be Determined through Site Plan Review.
IProvided from a public entrance to the
treet,unless the Reviewing Official~~termines that the requirement would
undulY endanaer the nedestrian.
SIGNS
General [;;ee RMC 4-4-100.~ee RMC 4-4-100.~ee RMC 4-4-100.
OADING OOCKS
!Location or permitted Manufacturing and lNot permitted on the side of the lot Determined through Site Plan Review.
abrication Uses,parking,docking and ~djaCent or abutting to a residential
oading areas for truck traffic shall be ~one,R-1, R-5,R-B,R-10, R-14,or RM-
bff~street and screened from view of 3
bbuttiM oublic streets.
UMPSTERJRECYCLING COLLECTION AREA
!Size and Location of Refuse or bee RMC 4-4-090.lSee RMC 4-4-090 lSee RMC 4-4-090.
IRecvclina Areas
RITICAL AREAS
General l<.ee RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.~ee RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.lSee RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.
SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
pesign Guidelines !See RMC 4-3-100 for Urban Center ~A "AlD~sign Overlay regulations applicable to
esidential buildinQs.
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4-2-120C CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TABLES FOR COMMERCIAL
ZONING DESIGNATIONS
1.Includes principal arterials as defined by the Arterial Street Plan and depicted in RMC 4-2-GaOE.
2.The following table indicates the maximum requested size/standard change that may be allowed by Conditional
Use Permit.Increases above these levels may not be achieved by a variance or the Conditional Use Permit
process.
H Heanng Exammer Conditional Use,AD Admmlstrative Conditional Use
APPLICABLE ZONE STANDARD CHANGE CONDITIONAL USE
REQUEST PERMIT TYPE
CC Uses restricted to 3,000 gross s.f.
ncreases:
Between 3,000 -5,000 s.t.
max.H
CC Uses restricted to 5,000 gross s.f.
ncreases up to:
10%or 500 gross s.t.AD
20%or 1,000 Qross s.f.H
CN ~ses restricted to 35,000 gross s.f.
increases up to:AD20%or 7,000 gross s.f.
•40%or 14,000 oross s.f.H
CS ~ses restricted to 65,000 gross s.f.
increases up to:AD20%or 13,000 gross s.f.
40%or 26 000 Qross s.f.H-. .-. . ...
3.These provisions may be modified by the Reviewing Official through the site plan review process where the
applicant can show that the same or better result will occur because of creative design solutions,unique aspects
or use,etc.,that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
4.Provided that a solid 6'barrier wall is provided within the landscape strip and a maintenance agreement or
easement for the landscape strip is recorded.A solid barrier wall shall not be·located closer than 5'to an abutting
lot zoned R-1, R-5,R-6,R-10,R-14,or RM·1.
5.The Reviewing Official may modify the sight-obscuring provision in order to provide reasonable access to the
property through the site plan review process.
6.In no case shall building height exceed the maximum allowed by the Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions,
for uses located within the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Zones designated under RMC 4·3-G20.
7.Abutting is defined as ~Lots sharing common property lines~.
6.Adjacent is defined as ~Lots located across a street,railroad or right-of-way.except limited access roads~.
9.Use-related provisions are not variable.Use-related provisions that are not eligible for a variance include:
building size,units per structure/lot,or densities.Unless bonus size or density provisions are specifically
authorized,the modifICation of building size,units per structure,or densities requires a legislative change in the
code provisions and/or a Comprehensive Plan Amendment/Rezone.
10.Heights may exceed the maximum height under Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit.
In consideration of a request for Conditional Use Permit for a building height in excess ot 95'the Hearing
Examiner shall consider the following factors in addition to the criteria in RMC 4-9-030,Conditional Use Permits,
among all other relevant information:
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a..Location Criteria:Proximity of arterial streets which have sufficient capacity to accommodate traffic
generated by the development.Developments are encouraged to locate in areas served by transit.
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b.Comprehensive Plan:The proposed use shall be compatible with the general purpose,goals,objectives
and standards of the Comprehensive Plan,the zoning regulations and any other plan,program,map or
regulation of the City...
c.Effect on Adjacent Properties:Buildings in excess of 95'in height at the proposed location shall not result
in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property.When a building in excess of 95'in height is
adjacent to a lot designated residential on the City Comprehensive Plan,then setbacks shall be
equivalent to the requirements of the adjacent residential zone.
d.Bulk:Buildings near public open spaces should permit public access and,where feasible,physical access
to the public open space.Whenever practicable,buildings should be oriented to minimize the shadows
they cause on publicly accessible open space.
e.Light and Glare:Due consideration shall be given to mitigation of light and glare impacts upon streets,
major public facilities and major public open spaces.
11.See RMC 4-2.{)80.C.
12.Heights may exceed the maximum height by up to 50'with bonuses for plazas and other amenities,subject to a
Hearing Examiner's Conditional Use Permit.
13.A reduced minimum setback of no less than 15'may be allowed for structures in excess of 25'in height through
the site plan review process.
14.Additional height may be allowed via the site plan review process;provided,the applicant can demonstrate
prOVision of any of the following significant public benefits:
a.Provision of continuous pedestrian access to the shoreline consistent with requirements of the Shoreline
Management Act and fitting a circulation pattern within the site;
b.Provision of 5 affordable units per 50 units,which meet the provisions of the housing element of the
Comprehensive Plan;
c.Provision of an additional 25'setback from the shoreline above that required by the Shoreline
Regulations;
d.Establishment of view corridors from upland boundaries of the site to the shoreline;
e.Establishment of water related uses.
If the applicant wishes to reach these bonus objectives in a different manner,a system of floor area ratios
may be established for the property to be determined at the time of site plan review.
Furthermore,the Levell!Site Plan Review must address the impact of this height on the neighboring area
and mitigate these impacts.
15.The maximum setback may be modified by the Reviewing Official through the site plan review process if the
applicant can demonstrate that the site plan meets the following criteria:
a.Orients development to the pedestrian through such measures as providing pedestrian walkways beyond
those reqUired by the Renton Municipal Code (RMC),encouraging pedestrian amenities and supporting
alternatives to single occupant vehicle (SOV)transportation;and
b.Creates a low scale streetscape through such measures as fostering distinctive architecture and
mitigating the visual dominance of extensive and unbroken parking along the street front;and
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c.Promotes safety and visibility through such measures as discouraging the creation of hidden spaces,
minimizing conflict between pedestrian and traffIC and ensuring adequate setbacks to accommodate
required parking andlor access thGlt could 'Ipt be provided otherwise.
Alternatively,the Reviewing Official may also modify the maximum setback requirement if the applicant can
demonstrate that the preceding criteria cannot be met;however,those criteria which can be met shall be
addressed in the site plan:
d.Due to factors including but not limited to the unique site design requirements or physical site constraints
such as critical areas or utility easements the maximum setback cannot be met;or
e.One or more of the above criteria would not be furthered or would be impaired by compliance with the
maximum setback;or
f.Any function of the use which serves the public health,safety or welfare would be materially impaired by
the required setback.
16.The following height requests may be made:
H Heanng Examiner;AD AdmInistrative Conditional Use
APPLICABLE ZONE HEIGHT CHANGE CONDITIONAL USE
REQUEST PERMIT TYPE
CN Exceed height by less than 20 AD
feet
Exceed height by more than 20 H
leel
CS Exceed height of 50 feet AD
Exceed height of 45 feet when H
abutlina R~B or R-10 zone
CA Exceed heiqht of 50 feet H--. ...
In consideration of a request for Conditional Use Permit for additional building height the Reviewing Official shall
consider the following factors in addition to the ctiteria in RMC 4-9-030,Conditional Use Permits,among all other
relevant information.
a.Location Criteria:Proximity of arterial streets which have sufficient capacity to accommodate traffic
generated by the development.Developments are encouraged to locate in areas served by transit.
b.Comprehensive Plan:The proposed use shall be compatible with the general purpose,goals,objectives
and standards of the Comprehensive Plan,the zoning regulations and any other plan,program,map or
regulation of the City.
c.Effect on Adjacent Properties:Buildings height shall not result in substantial or undue adverse effects on
adjacent property.When a building in excess of the maximum height is proposed adjacent to or abuts a
lot designated R-1, R-5,R-B,R-10,R-14 or RM-I,then the setbacks shall be equivalent to the
requirements of the adjacent residential zone if the setback standards exceed the requirements of the
Commercial Zone.
17.Heights may exceed the maximum height under Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit
18.Allowed Projections into Setbacks:
a.Steps,and decks having no roof and being not over 42-high may be built within a front yard setback.
b.Eaves and cornices may project up to 24"into any required setback.
c.Accessory buildings when erected so that the entire building is within a distance of 3D'from the rear lot
line may also occupy the side yard setback of an inside lot line.
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d.Where below-grade structures are permitted to have zero front yardfstreet setbacks,structural footings
may minimally encroach into the public right-of-way,.subject to approval of the Board of Public Works (see
chapter 2-3 RMC,Board of Public Works).
19.Except with approved Levell!Site Plan Review.
20.·Public Suffix"(P)properties are allowed the following height bonus:PUblicly owned structures shall be permitted
an additional 15'in height above that otherwise permitted in the Zone if ·pitched roofs",as defined herein,are
used for at least 60%or more of the roof surface of both primary and accessory structures.In addition,in zones
where the maximum permitted building height is less than 75',the maximum height of a publicly owned structure
may be increased as follows,up to a maximum height of 75'to the highest point of the building:
a.When abutting a pUblic street,1 additional foot of height for each additiona11-1I2'of perimeter building
setback beyond the minimum street setback required at street level unless such setbacks are otherwise
discouraged (e.g.,inside the Downtown Core Area in the CO Zone);and
b.When abutting a common property line,1 additional foot of height for each additional 2'of perimeter
building setback beyond the minimum"required along a common property line;and
c.On lots 4 acres or greater,5 additional feet of height for every 1%reduction below a 20%maximum lot
area coverage by buildings for public amenities such as recreational facilities,and/or landscaped open
space areas,etc.,when these are open and accessible to the public during the day or week.
21.Except for existing,legal administrative headquarters offices,pursuant to RMC 4-2-Q80A17.
22.COR 3 Zone Upper Story Setbacks:Buildings or portions of buildings which exceed 50 ft.in height which are
located within 100 feet of a shoreline shall include upper story setbacks for the facade facing the shoreline and for
facades facing publicly accessible plazas as follows:The minimum setback for a fifth story and succeeding stories
shall be 10 ft.minimum from the preceding story,applicable to each story.Projects not meeting the upper story
setbacks defined above may be approved through the modification process when superior design is
demonstrated pursuant to RMC 4~9-2500.For a modification to be granted,the project must also comply with the
decision and design criteria stipulated in RMC 4-9-25002 and 04.
23.Within the CO Zone,perimeter street landscape strips may utilize a mix of hard surfaces,brick,stone,
textured/colored concrete,and natural landscape elements,groundcover,shrubs and trees,to provide a transition
between the public streetscape and the private development,subject to Levell Site Plan Review,RMC 4-9-
20081.and the general and additional review criteria·of RMC 4-9-200E1 and F1, F2,and Fl.In no case shall
living plant material comprise less than 30%of the required perimeter landscape strip.
24.In COR 3.where the applicable Shoreline Master Program setback is less than 50 feet.,the City may increase the
setback up to 100 percent if the City determines additional setback area is needed to assure adequate public
access,emergency access or other site planning or environmental considerations.
25.COR-3 Modulation/Articulation Requirements:Buildings that are immediately adjacent to or abutting a public park,
open space,or trail shall incorporate at least one of the features in items a.through c.and shall provide item d.:
a.Incorporate building modulation to reduce the overall bulk and mass of buildings;or
b.Provide at least one architectural projection for each dwelling unit of not less than 2 ft.from the wall plane
and not less than 4 ft.wide;or
c.Provide vertical and horizontal modulation of roof lines and facades of a minimum of 2 ft.at an interval of
a minimum of 40 ft.on a building face or an equivalent standard which adds interest and quality to the
project and
d.Provide building articulation and textural variety.
26.For residential or mixed-use projects in overlay areas,also see RMC 4-3-0950.
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Minimum Lot Size for lots created after p5,OOO sq.ft.p5,OOO sq.ft.5,000 sq.ft.
September 1 1985
Minimum Lot Width/Depth for lots 1'I 0ne ~one None
Icreated after Seotember 1 1985
LOT COVERAGE
Maximum Lot Coveraae for Bulldlnas ~5%lNone one
HEIGHT
jMaximum Building Height,except for ~O ft.',","None None
!Public uses having a ·Public Suffix·(P)
kJesianation
'rJ!aximum Height for Wireless ,ee RMC 4-4-140G.'ee RMC 4-4-140G.See RMC 4-4-140G.
\communication Facilities
ETBACKS'
Minimum Front Yard Principal Arterial streets-I":20 ft.Principal Arterial streets1";20 ft.Principal Arterial streets14::20 ft.
Other streets:15 ft.provided that Other streets:15 ft.Other streets:15 ft.
o ft.is required if a lot is adjacent to a
otzoned R-1, R-5,R-B,RMH,R-10,R-Except 50 ft.is required if a lot is14,or RM.djacent to a lot zoned R-1,R-5,R-8,
RMH,R-10,R-14,or RM.
Minimum Side Yard Along A Street Principal Arterial streetsu:20 ft.Principal Arterial streets :20 ft.~rinclpal Arterial streets ''':20 ft.
Other streets:15 ft.provided that 20 ft.other streets:15 ft.pther streets:15 ft.
s required if a lot is adjacent to a lot
Except 50 ft.is required if a lot isonedR-1,R·5,R-8,R-10,R-14,or RM.
djacent to a lot zoned R-1, R-5,R-8,R-
10 or RM.
Minimum Freeway Frontage Setback 10ft.landscaped setback from the 10ft.landscaped setback from the 10ft.landscaped setback from the
property line roperty line,property line,
11 ~one,except 20 ft.if lot abuts or is None,except 50 ft.if lot abuts or is None,except,50 ft.if lot abuts a lot
Minimum Rear and Side Yards I8djacent to a residential zone,R-1, R-5,djacent to a residential zone,R-1, R-5,R~ned R-1,R-5, R-8,R-l0,R-14,orf-e,RMH,R-10, R-14,or RM.R-8,RMH,R-l0,R-14,or RM.M-I.
Oft.jf lot abuts a lot zoned ee,eN,
<"'S,CA,CD,CO,COR,or P-Suffix.
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Flear Vision Area n no case shall a structure over 42"in n no case shall a structure over 42"in n no case shall a structure over 42"in
~eight intrude into the 20'clear vision ~eight intrude into the 20'clear vision ~eight intrude into the 20'clear vision
larea defined in RMC 4-11-030.~rea defined in RMC 4-11-030.~rea defined in RMC 4~11-030.
LANDSCAPING
lGeneral ~xcept for critical areas,all portions of ~xcept for critical areas,all portions of IExcept for critical areas,all portions of
he site not covered by structures,he site not covered by structures,Ithe site not covered by structures,
equired parking,access,circulation or equired parking,access,circulation or equired parking,access,circulation or
!Service areas shall be maintained as !Service areas shall be maintained as ervice areas shall be maintained as
permeable areas and improved with permeable areas and improved with ermeable areas and improved with
rative,drought-resistant vegetative rative,drought-resistant vegetative ative,drought-resistant vegetative
7 7 7over.hover.oover.
Minimum Onsite Landscape Width 10%of lot depth or 20 ft.,whichever is 10%of lot depth or 20 ft.,whichever is o ft.minimum landscape setback.
Required Along Principal Arterial ess,but in no case less than 10 ft.ess,but in no case less than 10 ft.
12treets
Minimum Onsite Landscape Width 10%of lot depth or 15 ft.,whichever is 10%of lot depth or 15 ft.,whichever is 15 ft.minimu.m landscape setback.
Required Along Non-Principal ess,but in no case less than 10ft.ess,but in no case less than 10ft.
rterial Streets1
Minimum Onsite Landscape Width 15 ft.wide landscaped visual barrier 15 ft.wide landscaped visual barrier 10 ft.wide sight-obscuring landscaping
Along the Street Frontage Required onsistent with the definition In RMC 4-consistent with the definition in RMC 4-trip and 6 ft.high fence _along common
When an Industrial Lot is Abutting9 11-110 when abutting property zoned R-1-110 when abutting property zoned R-R~perty line of property 'zoned Re,R-1,
Property Zoned Residential 1,R-5,R-B,RMH,R-l0,R-14,or RM.A 1,R-5,R-B,RMH,R-l0,R-14,or RM.A -5,R-B,R-10, R-14,or RM.
10 ft.sight-obscuring landscape strip 10ft.sight-obscuring landscape strip
may be allowed through the site plan may be allowed through the site plan
eview orocess.2,3 'D'2,3eviewrocess.
Minimum Landscape Width Required Along Non-Arterial Street:15 ft.wide Along Non-Arterial Street:15 ft.wide None
VV~10 ight-obscuring landscape strip,unless -ight-obscuring landscape strip,unlesshenanIndustrialLotIsAdjacent
a Property Zoned Residential,R-1,therwise determined by the Reviewing therwise determined by the Reviewing
O~2,6 Of 2,6R-5, R-8,R-10,R-14,or RM fficial.fficial.
Along Arterial Street:If the street is a Along Arterial Street:If the street is a
esignated arterial,1 non-sight-esignated arterial 1,non-sight-
pbscuring landscaping shall be provided bscuring landscaping shall be provided
~nless otherwise determined by the nless otherwise determined by the~~viewing Official through the site plan Reviewing Official through the site plan
eview process.eview process.
iMinimum Landscape Width Required ~one /'Jone ft.wide landscaping strip and solid 6
When an Industrial Zoned Lot Abuts .hiQh barrier along common orooertv
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,,;operty Zoned CC,CN,CS,CA,CD,ine.o COR or P-Suffix
Special Requirements for Properties n the Green River Valley,an additional n the Green River Valley,an additional b~the Green River Valley,an additional
Located within the Green River Valley %of natural landscaping is required %of natural landscaping is required %of natural landscaping is required
Janning Area er the Soil Conservation Service er the Soli Conservation Service per the Soil Conservation Service§~Vironmental Mitigation Agreement.Environmental Mitigation Agreement.!Environmental Mitigation Agreement.
hese areas should not be dispersed hese areas should not be dispersed hese areas should not be dispersed
hroughout a site,but should be throughout a site,but should be hroughout a site,but should be
ggregated in one portion of the ggregated in one portion of the ~ggregated in one portion of the
broperty.Where possible,the required broperty.Where possible,the required property.Where possible,the required
%landscapIng for adjacent properties %landscaping for adjacent properties bOlo landscaping for adjacent properties
hould be contiguous.A drainage hould be contiguous.A drainage Ishould be contiguous.A drainage
wale,planted with vegetation suitable wale,planted with vegetation suitable Iswale,planted with vegetation suitable
or habitat,may be counted toward the or habitat,may be counted toward the or habitat,may be counted toward the
I?-%additional landscape requirement if h%additional landscape requirement if b%additional landscape requirement if
Ith-e Reviewing Official determines that Ithe Reviewing Official determines that Ithe Reviewing Official determines that
[the proposed planting plan and swale !the proposed planting plan and swale he proposed planting plan and swale~~sign will function to meet the intent of ~esign will function to meet the intent of ~esign will function to meet the intent of
hese regulations,including but not Iih-ese regulations,including but not hese regulations,including but not
imited to,that the facility slope and imlted to,that the facility slope and imited to,that the facility slope and
encing design would not inhibit wildlife encing design would not inhibit wildlife encing design would nof inhibit Wildlife~~e.See RMC 4-4-0700.6,Green ~se.See RMC 4-4-0700.6,Green ~se.See RMC 4-4-0700.6,Green
b~ver Valley Landscaping ~~;,rValley Landscaping lRiver Valley Landscaping~~uirements.e U1rements.Renuirements.
CREENING
Minimum Required for Outdoor iSee RMC 4-4-095.iSee RMC 4-4-095.iSee RMC 4-4-095.
~ading,Repair,Maintenance or
ork Areasj Outdoor Storage,
Refuse or Dumnster Areas
e~eclal Screening Requirements for !'fA ~to 10 ft.high solid wall or sight~:e to 10 ft.high solid wall or sight-
~:.Truck Operations and pbscuring fence required.pbsCUring fence required.
m oundment Yards
LOADING DOCKS
Location Not permitted on the side of the lot that 1N0t permitted on the side of the lot that ~A
s adjacent to'or abutting a residential s adjacent to or abutting a residential
one,R-1, R-5, R-8,R-l0,R-14,or RM-~9ne,R-1,R-5,R-8,R-10, R-14,or RM-
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Ilocation of Refuse or Recycling Fee RMC 4-4-090.fee RMC 4-4-090.Fee RMC 4-4-090.
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eneral See RMC 4-4-100.See RMC 4-4-100.ee RMC 4-4-100.
RITICAL AREAS
eneral lSee RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.!See RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.lSee RMC 4-3-050 and 4-3-090.
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CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TABLE FOR INDUSTRIAL
ZONING DESIGNATIONS
1.As designated by the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan.
2.These provisions may be modified by the Reviewing Official through the site plan review process where the
applicant can show that the same or better result will occur because of creative design solutions,unique aspects
or use,etc.have not been fully planned at the time of Site Plan Review.
3.Provided that a solid 6'high barrier wall is provided within the landscape strip and a maintenance agreement or
easement for the landscape strip is secured.A solid barrier wall shall not be located closer than 5'to an abutting
lot zoned R-1, R-5,R-8,R-10,R-14 or RM~1.
4.To construct a building or structure in excess of 50'requires a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit,unless
located in the Employment Area Valley (see RMC 4-2-OaO.B)where an Administrative Conditional Use Permit
process is allowed.
5.For uses located within the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Zones designated under RMC 4-3-020,Airport
Related Height and Use Restrictions,in no case shall building height exceed the maximum allowed by that
Section.
6.The Reviewing Official may waive the sight-obscuring provision in order to provide reasonable access to the
property through the site plan review process.
7.Areas set aside for future development on a lot may be hydroseeded.An adequate means of irrigation shall be
provided.
8.Except by approval by Administrative Conditional Use Permit in the Employment Area Valley (see RMC 4·2·
080.B),or by the Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit outside the Employment Area Valley.
9.Abutting is defined as -Lots sharing common property Iines~.
10.Adjacent is defined as "Lots located across a street,railroad or right-of-way,except limited access roads~.
11.Allowed Projections Into Setbacks:
a.Eaves and cornices may extend over the required setback for a distance of up to 24".
b.Accessory buildings when erected so that the entire building is within a distance of 30'from the rear lot
line may also occupy the side yard setback of an inside lot line.
c.Steps and decks having no roof and not exceeding 42"high may be built within a front setback.
12.Includes principal arterials as defined in the Arterial Street Plan and depicted in RMC 4-2-080E Principal Arterial
streets within the Downtown Core Area as depicted by RMC 4·2-oaOC shall be exempt from this setback
requirement.
13."Public Suffix"(P)properties are allowed the following height bonus:Publicly owned structures shall be permitted
an additional 15'in height above that othelWise permitted in the Zone if "pitched roofs",as defined herein,are
used for at least 60%or more of the roof surface of both primary and accessory structures.In addition,in zones
where the maximum permitted building height is less than 75',the maximum height of a publicly owned structure
may be increased as follows,up to a maximum height of 75'to the highest point of the building:
a.When abutting a public street,1 additional foot of height for each additional1~1J2'of perimeter building
setback beyond the minimum street setback required at street level unless such setbacks are otheTWise
discouraged (e.g.,inside the Downtown Core Area in the CD Zone);
b.When abutting a common property line,1 additional foot of height for each additional 2'of perimeter
building setback beyond the minimum required along a common property line;and
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c.On lots 4 acres or greater,5 additional feet of height for every 1%reduction below a 20%maximum lot
area coverage by buildings for pUblic amenities such as recreational facilities,and/or landscaped open
space areas,etc.,when these are open anQ.accessible to the public during the day or week.
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ATTACHMENT "B"
4-3-1195 SUBURBAN AND NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER RESIDENTIAL BONUS
DISTRICT:
A.PURPOSE:
These regulations are intended to ensure high quality residential developments within the Center
Suburban and Center Neighborhood Zoning Districts.The intent is to require superior residential projects
which complement commercial uses,provide first floor commercial activity along arterials,and provide a
transition between intensive commercial areas and surrounding single faniily neighborhoods.
B.APPLICABILITY:
nus section applies to all residential development and mixed commerciaVresidential development
proposed within the following districts.
1.Centers Residential Bonus District A:That area depicted in subsections B3a,B3b,and B3c of
this Section within one hundred fifty feet (150~of the public right-of-ways of Sunset Blvd.NE
and NE 4th St.within the Suburban Center and Neighborhood Center Zoning Designations.
2.Centers Residential Bonus District B:That area depicted in subsections B3a,B3b,and B3c of
this Section beginning one hundred fifty feet (150~from the public rights-of-way of Sunset Blvd.
NE and NE 4th S1.Within the Suburban"Center and Neighborhood Center Zoning Designations.
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C.USES PERMITfED IN CENTERS RESIDENTIAL BONUS DISTRICT:
The folloWing residential uses are pennitted in addition to all other nonresidential uses,existing
flats/townhomes,and accessory uses pennitted in the underlying zoning.
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Adult family homes
Detached dwellmg
Semi-attached dwelling,up to 4 consecutively
attached
Townhouses,up to 4 consecutively attached
Adult family homes
Boarding and lodging houses
Group homes n,for 6 or less
Group homes n,for 7 or more
Retirement residences
D.SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL USES LOCATED
RESIDENTIAL BONUS DISTRICT:
RESIDENTIAL USES AND
WITIllN THE CENTERS
Unless special development standards are specified below in this subsection,the development standards
listed in the underlying CS and CN zoning are applicable.The modification procedure specified in
subsection E of this Section may be used for residential and residential/commercial mixed use projects
proposing to exceed the development standards in this subsection.
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to serve the development
equivalent to those requirements
established m the subdivision
regulations.
Minimum Land Area per None
Dwelling Unit
3
1,200 sq.ft.including building
footprint.Within this square
footage 250 sq.ft.must be
developed In landscaping or
private yard abutting each unit.
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Setbacks,General Use standards in the base zone.A 3 ft.minimum side setback is
required and no projections are
allowed (e.g.,eaves,bay
windows within the setback.
Special ·Setbacks -Detached Not subject.to maximum setback.
Accessory.Garages Not pennitted within 20 ft.of a
public street.
Not subject to maximum setback.
Not permitted within 20 ft.of a
public street.Garages must
provide a minimum 24 ft.of back
out s ace including the alley.
Building Design Standards 1)Variation or modulation of 1)
vertical and horizontal
facades is required at a
minimum of 2 ft.at an
interval of a minimum of 40
ft.on a building face.
2)Modulation of roof lines is 2)
required.
Variation or modulation of
vertical and horizontal
facades is required at a
minimum of 2 ft.at an
interval of a minimum of 40
ft.on a building face.
·Private residential entry
features which are designed
to provide individual
ground floor connection to
the outside are required.
Maximum BUilding Length
Building Location Standards
No requirement
None
4
100 ft.,except for retirement
residences.
The relationship of the dwelling,
parking and the street shall create
the appearance of a single family
neighborhood.
Residential units and any
associated commercial
development within an overall
development shall be connected
through organization of roads,
block,yards,central places,
pedestrian linkages and amenity
features.
Front facades of structures shall
address the ublic street,rivate
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street or court by providing:a
landscaped pedestrian
connection,and an entry f~ature
facing the front yard.
Garage StructurelEntry and Not pennitted to open directly
Exit onto a principal arterial street.
Not permitted to open directly
onto a principal or minor arterial
street.
4 units maximum
Parking Location As required in RMC 4-4-080 As required in RMC 4-4-080
with the following additional with the following additional
requirements.requirements.
The required number of parking
spaces for the residential units
shall be provided within an
enclosed garage.The required
.25 guest spaces per residential
unit may be surface parking.No
more than 6 stalls may be
consecutively clustered without
an intervening landscaped area of
a minimum of 5 ft.in width by
the length of the stall.Surface
parking not permitted within the
first 30 ft.of any street frontage.
Must be within an enclosed
structure (detached or attached
garage).Garage must be located
on a different facade from the
main entry of the building.The
required .25 guest spaces per
attached residential units may be
surface parking.No more than 6
stalls may be consecutively
clustered without an intervening
landscaped area of a minimum of
5 ft.in width by the length of the
stall.Surface parking not allowed
within the first 30 ft.on any
street frontage.Parking must be
located to the rear of the primary
structure or in a detached garage
with rear access.
E.MODIFICATION PROCEDURE:
To provide greater flexibility in meeting the purpose of the Centers Residential Bonus District,projects
not meeting the special development standards of subsection D of this Section may be approved through a
modification process when superior design is demonstrated.Application may be made for modification of
these development standards pursuant to RMC 4-9-250D and the decision criteria stipulated in RMC 4-9-
250D2.For a modification to be granted,applicants must comply with the design criteria in RMC 4-9-
250D2 and D3.
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4-4'()75 LIGHTING,EXTERIOR ONSITE:
A.PURPOSE:
The purpose of these regulations is to provide for ample,but not excessive illumination levels,promote
the general public health,welfare,and safety,and discourage light trespass beyond the boundaries of the
property on which the light is located.
B.APPLICABILITY:
The standards of this section shall apply to the addition or replacement of light fixtures.Additionally.the
standards of this section apply to remedy existing residential lighting that creates nuisances to abutting
properties per RMC Title 1-3,as defined in RMG 1-3-4A.8.c(21).
C.EXEMPTIONS:
The following are exempt from the provisions of this Section:
1.Signage.
2.Temporary Holiday or Decorative Lighting:Temporary holiday or decorative lighting
is exempt provided there is no light trespass beyond property boundaries of the subject site.
3.Official Government Flags:Display lights are permitted when providing illumination of
official government flags,provided there is no light trespass beyond property boundaries.
4.Right-of-Way Lighting.
5.Stadiums,Parks,and Sports Fields.
D.AUTHORITY:
During Development Permit Review,the Responsible Official shall determine compliance with the
provisions of this section.Conditions of approval may be applied to achieve compliance.The
Development Services Division Director or designee shall enforce the provisions of this section:
E.STANDARDS:
No use or activity shall cause light trespass beyond the boundaries of the property lines.
1.Building Lights:All building lights shall be directed onto the building itself or the ground
immediately abutting to·it.The light emissions shall not be visible above the rcofline of the
building.
2.Parking Lot or Display Lot Lights:Parking lot or display lot light fixtures shall be non-
glare and mounted no more than 25 feet above the ground to minimize the impact onto adjacent
and abutting properties.All fixtures shall be fitted with a cutoff type luminaire as exemplified
below.
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Cutoff Type Luminaire
F.MODIFICATIONS OF STANDARDS:
Lighting which does not meet the standards in subsection E above,may be permitted by the Reviewing
Official as follows:Alternative shielding of lights,or lighting visible above the roofline may be permitted
via the Site Plan Review process for applications requiring such review or via a modification approved by
the Development Services Division Director in accordance with RMC 4-9-250.D for applications which do
not require Site Plan Review.In any case,no use or activity shall cause light trespass beyond the
boundaries of the property lines.
G.VARIANCES TO STANDARDS:
A variance to standards,pursuant to RMC 4-9-250,is required to alter any other requirements of this
Section that are not allowed to be altered in accordance with Subsection 0,Modifications to Standards.
H.APPEALS:
See RMC 4-8-110.
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RMC 4-4-080F.8.
8.Parking Stall Types,Sizes,and Percentage AJlowed/Required:
a.Standard Parking Stall Size -SurfacelPrivate Garage/Carport:
i.Minimum Length:A parking stall shall be a minimum of twenty feet
(20')in length,except for parallel stalls,measured along both sides of the usable
portion of the stall.Each parallel stall shall be twenty three feet by nine feet (23'
x 9')in size.
ii.Minimum Width:A parking stall shall be a minimum of nine feet (9')
in width measured from a right angle to the stall sides.
lU.Reduced Width and Length for Attendant Parking:When cars are
parked by an attendant"the stall shall not be less than eighteen feet long by eight
feet wide (IS'x S').
b.Standard Parking Stall Size -Structured Parking:
i.Minimum Length:A parking stall shall be a minimum of fifteen feet
(IS').A stall shall be a minimum of sixteen feet (16')for stalls designed at forty
five degrees (45°)or greater.Each parallel stall shall be twenty three feet by nine
feet (23'x 9')in size.
ii.Minimum Width:A parking stall shall be a minimum of eight feet,four
inches (8'4")in width.
Co Compact Parking Stall Size and Maximum Number of Compact Spaces:
i.Stall Size-SurfacelPrivate Garage/Carport:Each stall shall be eight
and one-halffeet in width and sixteen feet in length (8-1/2'x 16').
ii.Stall Size-Structured Parking:A parking stall shall be a minimum of
seven feet,six inches (7'6")in width.A parking stall shall be a minimum of
twelve feet (12')in length,measured along both sides for stalls designed at less
than forty five degrees (45°).A stall shall be a minimum of thirteen feet (13')in
length.for stalls designed at forty five degrees (45°)or greater.
Ill.Maximum Number of Compact Spaces:Compact parking spaces shall
not account for more than:
•Designated employee parking -not to exceed forty percent (40%).
•Structured parking -not to exceed fifty percent (50%).
•All other wes -not to exceed thirty percent (30%).
d.Tandem Parking:Where tandem parking is allowed pursuant to 4-4-0S0F.1 O.e.,
the following standards shall apply:
t.Stall length shall conform to the standards of FS above;and
ii.A restrictive covenant or other device acceptable to the City will be
required to assign tandem parking spaces to the exclusive use of specific
dwelling units.Enforcement of tandem parking spaces shall be provided by the
property owner,property manager,or homeowners'association as appropriate.
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e.Special Reduced Length for Overhang:The PlanninglBuildingIPublic Works
Department may permit the parking stall length to be reduced by two feet (2'),provided
there is sufficient area to safely allow the,overhang of a vehicle and that the area of
vehicle overhang does not intrude into required landscaping areas.
f.Customer/Guest Parking:The Development Services Division may require
areas be set aside exclusively for customer or guest parking and shall specify one of the
following methods be used:
i.A maximum offifty percent (50010)of the required parking stalls clearly
designated as "customer parking"or "guest parking."Parking stalls with said
designations shall be used only for said purposes.
ii.A separate parking Jot with its own ingress and egress.landscaping and
screening exclusively for customer parking and adequately signed as such.
g.Accessible Parking as,Stipulated in the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA):Accessible parking shall be provided per the requirements of the Washington
State Barrier Free Standards as adopted by the City of Renton.
NUMBER OF ACCESSffiLE
PARKING SPACES
Total Parking Minimum Required
Spaces in Lot Number of Accessible
or Garage Spaces
1-25 I
26 -50 2
51 -75 3
76 -100 4
101-150 5
151-200 6
201 -300 7
301 -400 8
401 -500 9
501 -1,000 2%of total spaces
20 spaces plus I space for
Over 1,000 every 100 spaces,or
fraction thereof,over 1,000
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A'ITAC.HJ\.1ENT "E"
RMC 4-4-080F.I0.e.
e.Parking Spaces Required:Based on Land Use:Modification of these minimum
or maxmlUm standards requires written approval from the
PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Department (see RMC 4-9-250).
USE NUMBER OF REQUIRED SPACES
GENERAL:
Mixed occupancies:
(2 or more uses in the same building)The total requirements for off-street parking facilities
shall be the sum of the requirements for the several
uses computed separately.unless the building is
classified as a "shopping center"as defined in RMC 4-
11-190.
Uses not specifically identified in PlanningIBuildingIPublic Works Department staff
tbis section:shall determine which ofthe below uses is most
similar based upon staff experience with various uses
and jnformation provided by the applicant.The
amount of required parking for uses not listed above
shall be the same as for the most similar use listed
below.
RESIDENTIAL USES:
Detached and semi-attached 2 minimum per dwelling unit.Tandem parking is
dwellings:allowed.A maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked on
a lot,including those vehicles under repair and
restoration,unless kept within an enclosed building.
Bed and Breakfast Houses:One off-street parking space must be provided for each
guest room.The parking space must not be located in
any required setback.
Manufactured or homes within a 2 minimum per manufactured home site,plus a
Manufactured Home Park screened parking area shall be provided for boats,
campers,travel trailers and related devices in a
secluded portion of the park at a ratio of 1 screened
space for each 10 units.A maximum of 4 vehicles
may be parked on a lot,including those vehicles under
repair and restoration,unless kept within an enclosed
building.
Boarding and lodging houses:I per sleeping room and 1 for the proprietor,plus 1
additional space for each 4 persons employed on the
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preDllses.
Attached dwellings (structured .
parking):
Resident and guest spaces:Within the CD,and RM-U Zones:
1.8 per 3 bedroom or larger dwelling unit;
.1.6 per 2 bedroom dwelling unit;
1.2 oer 1 bedroom or studio dwelline unit.
Attached dwellings (surface parking/private garage/carport parking)and structured
parldng in zones other than the CD and RM-U:
Resident and guest spaces:Within the CD Zone:
1.8 per 3 bedroom or larger dwelling unit;
1.6 per 2 bedroom dwelling unit;
1.2 per 1 bedroom or studio dwelling unit.
Within tbe RM-N,RM-C and RM-I Zones:
2 per dwelling unit where tandem spaces are not
provided;and/or
2.5 per dwelling unit where tandem parking is
provided,subject to the criteria found in RMC 4-4-
080F.8.d.:
All Other Zones:
1.75 per dwelling unit where tandem spaces are not
provided;and/or
2.25 per dwelling unit where tandem parking is
provided,subject to the criteria found in RMC 4-4-
080F.8.d.:
Attached dwelling for low income 1 for each 4 dwelling units.
elderly:
COMMERCIAL ACITVITIES OUTSIDE OF SHOPPING CENTERS:
Drive-through businesses which Stacking space:The drive-through facility shall be so
maintain drive-through facilities:located that sufficient on-site vehicle stacking space is
provided for the handling of motor vehicles using such
facility during peak business hours of such a facility as
detennined by the Development SelVices Director.
Stacking spaces cannot obstruct required parking
spaces or ingress/egress within the site.
Driveway location:Entrances and exits shall be
located so as not to cause congestion in any public
right-of-way.Queuing from drive-through windows
cannot extend into the public right-of-way.
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Banks:A minimum 0[0.4 per each 100 feet of gross floor
area andr:lOt more than a maximum 0[0.5 per each
100 square feet of gross floor area except when part of
a shopping center.
Drive-up windows:5 spaces for stacking for each
station.
Convalescent centers:1 for every 2 employees plus 1 for each 3 beds.
Day care centers,adult day care (I 1 for each employee and 2 loading spaces within 100
and IT)of the main entrance for every 25 clients of the
program.
Drive-through business:I per SO square feet of gross floor area.
Hotels and motels:1 per guest room plus 2 for every 3 employees.
Mortuaries or funeral bomes:I per 100 square feet of floor area of assembly rooms.
Vehicle sales (large and small I per 5,000 square feet.The sales area is Dot a parking
vehicles)Outdoor retail sales lot and does not have to comply with dimensional
areas:requirements,landscaping or the bulk storage section
requirements for setbacks and screening.Any
arrangement of motor vehicles is allowed as long as:
•a minimum 5'perimeter landscaping area is
provided;
•they are not displayed in required landscape areas;
and
•adequate fire access is provided per Fire
Deparbnent approval.
Vehicle service and repair (large 0.25 per 100 square feet of gross floor area.
and small vehicles):
Offices,Medical and dental:0.5 per 100 square feet of gross floor area.
Offices,general:A minimum of 3 per each 1,000 feet of gross floor
area and not more than a maximum of 4.5 parking
spaces per each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.
Eating and drinking establishments I per 100 square feet of gross floor area.
and taverns:
Eating aod drinking establishment 1 per 75 square feet of gross floor area.
CombinatioD Sit-dOWD-drive-
through restaurant:
Retail sales (except as specified A minimum of 0.4 per each 100 feet of gross floor
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below),,bulk retail sales,and 00-area and not more than a maximum of 0.5 pereacb
site services (except as specified 100 square feet of gross floor area.
below):.
Clothing or shoe repair shops,0.2 for each 100 square feet of gross floor area.
furniture,appliance,hardware
stores,household equipment:
Recreational and entertainment
uses:
Outdoor and indoor sports arenas,1 for every 4 fixed seats or I for each 100 square feet
auditoriums,stadiums,movie of floor area of main auditorium or of principal place
theaters,and entertainment clubs:of assembly not containing fixed seats,whichever is
greater.
Bowling alleys:5 for each alley.
Dance halls,dance clubs,and 1 for each 40 square feet of gross floor area.
skating rinks:
Golf driving ranges:1 for each driving station.
Marinas:2 per 3 slips.For private marina associated with a
residential complex,then 1 per 3 slips.Also I loading
area per 25 slips.
Miniature golf courses:I for each hole.
Otber recreational:1 for each occupant based upon 50%of the maximum
occupant load as established by the adopted Building
and Fire Codes of the City of Renton.
Travel trailers:I for each trailer site.
Uncovered commercial area,0.05 per 100 square feet of retail sales area in addition
outdoor nurseries:to any parking requirements for buildings.
SHOPPING CENTERS:
Shopping centers (Includes any A minimum of 0.4 per 100 feet of gross leasable area
type of business occupying a and not more than a maximum of 0.5 per 1,000 square
shopping center):feet of gross leasable area..
Drive-through businesses which Stacking space:The drive-through facility shall be so
maintain drive-through facilities:located that sufficient on-site vehicle stacking space is
provided for the handling of motor vehicles using such
facility during peak business hours of such a facility as
detennined by the Development Services Director.
Stacking spaces cannot obstruct required parking
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spaces or ingress/egress within the site.
Driveway location:Entrances and exits shall be
located so as not to cause congestion in any public
right-<lf-way.Queuing from drive~through windows
cannot extend into the public right-of-way.
INDUSTRIAUSTQRAGE ACTIVITIES:
Airplane hangars,tie-down areas:Parking is not required.Hangar space or tie-down
areas are to be utilized for necessary parking.Parking
for offices associated with hangars is 1 per 200 square
feet.
Manufacturing and fabrication,A minimum of 0.1 for each 100 square feet ofgross
laboratories,and assembly and/or floor area and no more than a maximum of 0.15 spaces
packaging operations:per 100 square feet of gross floor area (but to include
warehousing space).
Self service storage:1 for each 3,500 square feet of gross floor area.
Maximum of three moving van/truck spaces in
addition to required parking for self service storage
uses in the RM-I Zone.
Outdoor storage area:0.05 for each 100 square feet of area.
Warehouses and indoor storage I for each 1,500 square feet of gross floor area.
buildings:
PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC ACTIVITIES:
Religious institutions:1 for each 5 seats in the main auditorium,provided
that spaces for any church shall not be less than 10.
For all existing churches enlarging the seating capacity
of their auditoriums,1 additional parking space shall
be provided for each 5 additional seats provided by the
new construction.For all churches making structural
alterations or additions which do not increase the
seating capacity of the auditorium,see "Outdoor and
indoor sports arenas,auditoriums,stadiums places of
public assembly,movie theaters.and entertainment
clubs."
Medical institutions:1 for each 3 beds,plus 1 for each staff doctor,plus 1
for each 3 employees.
Cultural facilities:4 for each 100 square feet in office and public use.
Public post office:OJ for every 100 square feet.
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Schools:'"
Elementary and junior high:I for each 'employee.In addition,if buses for the
transportation of students are kept at the school,1 off-
street parking space shall be provided for each bus of a
size sufficient to park each bus.
Senior high schools:public,1 for each employee plus 1 space for each 10 students
parochial and private:enrolled.In addition,if buses for the private
transportation of children are kept at the school,1 off-
street parking space shall be provided for each bus of a
size sufficient to park each bus.
Colleges and universities,arts and I for each employee plus 1 for each 3 students residing
crafts schools/studios,and trade or on campus,plus I space for each 5 day students not
vocational schools:residing on campus.In addition,ifbuses for
transportation of students are kept at the school,1 off-
street parking space shall be provided for each bus of a
size sufficient to park each bus,
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ATTACHMENT"F"
RMC 4-8-080G
G.LAND USE PERMIT PROCEDURES:
LAND USE PUBLIC RECOMMEND OPEN DECISIONI OPEN CLOSED JUDICIAL
PERMITS NOTICE OF ATION RECORD ADOPTION RECORD RECORD APPEAL
APPLICATION HEARING 7 APPEAL HEARING
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emporary Use es3 /'10 flo taff ~C ~C ~ClP~rmits (SEPA
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•Business Licenses for Home Occupations with customer visits/deliveries
•Conditional Approval Permits for Nonconforming Structures
•Hobby Kennel License
•Short Plats of 4 lots or less (SEPA exempt)
•Site Plan Review (Administrative)for Secondary Uses (SEPA exempt)
•Temporary Use Pemni!s (SEPA exempt)
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Draft Restrictive Covenants,if ••..,
Elevations,An::flitectural 5 5
Existing Covenants (recorded 5 5
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Justiticatioo for the Rebuilcl 5
Approval Permit
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Justification for the RelxJild 5
Approval Pelmi!
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Legal Desaip(ion 5 5
List of Surrounding Property 1 2 2
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Master Application FOIm 5 5
Neighborhood Detail Map 5 5
Nonconformity Relationship 5 5
and Compatibility Narrative
Parking,Lot Coverage and 5 5
Landscaping AnalysIs
Plan Reductions <PMTsj 1 1
Postage ,,,
Preapplication Meeting 5 5
Summary,if any
Project Narrative 5 5
Screening Detail,12
RefuseJRecycling
service Area Map <for wireless 5
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Site Plan,Land Use Review 12
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ATTACHMENT "I"
4-9-065 DENSITY BONUS REVIEW:
A.PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Density Bonus Review is to provide a procedure to review requests for density
bonuses authorized in RMC Chapter 4-2.Density Bonuses are offered to meet the intent of the
Comprehensive Plan policies,including but not limited to Land Use and Housing Element policies and
the purpose and intent of the Zoning Districts.
B.APPLICABll.ITY:
1.The Density Bonus Review procedure and review criteria are applicable to applicants
who request bonuses in the Zones which specifically authorize density bonuses in RMC Chapter
4-2.This Subsection of Chapter 4-9 contains Density Bonus Procedures and Review Criteria for
the R-14,COR-I,and COR-2 zones.
C.REVIEW PROCESS:
1.Concurrent Review:Density Bonus Review shall occur concurrently with any other
required land use permit that establishes the permitted density and use of a site,including
subdivisions,site plan review,and conditional use permits.When the development proposal does
not othelWise require a subdivision,site plan review,or conditional use pennit to establish the
pennitted density of a site,but includes a Density Bonus request,the development proposal shall
be reviewed under Administrative Site Plan Review requirements.
2.Reviewing Official:
described in subsection C.I,
Density Bonus Process.
The Reviewing Official for the required land use permit as
Concurrent Review,shall also detennine compliance with the
3.Submittal Requirements and Fees:An applicant shall submit applications and fees in
accordance with the requirements for the primary development application per RMC 4-1 and 4-8.
D.BONUS ALLOWANCES AND REVIEW CRITERIA:
The following table lists the conditions under which additional density or alternative bulk standards may
be achieved.
R-14 ZONE COR 1 COR2
Density and Unit The bonus provisions are intended to allow greater NA NA
Size Bonus -flexibility in the implementation of the purpose of
Purpose the R-14 designation.Bonus criteria encourage
provision of aggregated open space and rear
access parking in an effort to stimulate provision of
higher amenity neighborhoods and project designs
which address methods of reducing the size and
bulk of structures.
Applicants wishing such bonuses must
demonstrate that the same or better results will
occur as a result of creative design solutions that
would occur with uses developed under standard
criteria.
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Maximum Additional
Units Per Acre:
R-14 ZONE
1-4 additional dwelling units per net acre.Densities
of greater than 18 units per net acre are prohibited.
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Up to 5 additional dwelling units
per acre may be allowed;
provided there is a balance of
height,bulk and density
established through a floor area
ratio system and/or a master
plan to be decided at the time
of site plan review.
COR2
Up to 2 dwelling units per
acre for compliance with
each provision listed below
may be allowed;provided
there is a balance of
height,bulk and density
established addressing the
following public benefits:
(i)Provision of continuous
pedestrian access to the
shoreline consistent with
requirements of the
Shoreline Management
Act and fitting a
circulation pattern within
the site,
ii)Provision of an
additional 25'setback
from the shoreline
beyond that required by
the Shoreline
Management Act,
(iii)Establishment of view
corridors from upland
boundi3ries of the site to
the shoreline,
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Maximum Additional iv)Water Related Uses.If
Units Per Acre:the applicant wishes to
(continued)reach these bonus
objectives in a different
system,a system of
floor area ratios may be
established for the
property to be
determined at the time
of site plan review as
approved by Council.
Maximum Allowable Dwelling units permitted per structure may be NA NA
Bonus Dwelling Unit increased as follows:
Mix/Arrangement:,
(i)Dwellings Limited to 3 Attached:A
maximum of 4 units per structure,with a
maximum structure length of 100',
(ii)Dwellings Limited to 6 Attached:A
maximum of 8 units per structure with a
maximum structural height of 35',or 3
stories and a maximum structural length of
115',
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R·14 ZONE
Bonuses may be achieved independently or in NA
combination.To qualify for one or both bonuses
the applicant shall provide either:
(I)Alley and/or rear access and parking for
50%of detached,semi attached,or
townhouse units,or
(ii)Civic uses such as a community meeting
hall,senior center,recreation center,or
other similar uses as determined by the
Zoning Administrator,or
COR1
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COR2
(iii)A minimum of 5%of the net developable
area of the project in aggregated common
open space.Common open space areas
may be used for any of the following
purposes (playgrounds,picnic
shelters/facilities and equipment,village
greens/square,trails,corridors or natural).
Structures such as kiosks,benches,
fountains and maintenance equipment
storage facilities are permitted provided
that they seNe and/or promote the use of
the open space.To qualify as common
open space an area must meet each of
the following conditions:
•function as a focal point for the
development,
•have a maximum slope of 10%,
•have a minimum width of 25',except
for trails or corridors,
•be located outside the right-of-way,
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R·14 ZONE
•be improved for passive andfor active
recreational uses,
•be improved with landscaping in public
areas,and
•be maintained by the homeowners
association jf the property is
subdivided,or by the management
organization as applied to the property
if the property is not subdivided.
In addition,in order to qualify for a bonus,
developments shall also incorporate a minimum of
3 features described below:
(i)Architectural design ,which incorporates
enhanced building entry features (e.g.,
varied design materials,arbors and/or
trellises,cocheres,gabled roofs).
(ii)Active common recreation amenities such
as picnic facilities,gazebos,sports courts,
recreation center,pool,spa~acuzzi.
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R-14 ZONE
Enhanced ground plane textures or colors
(e.g.,stamped patterned concrete,
cobblestone,or brick at all building entries,
courtyards,trails or sidewalks).
COR1 COR2
(Iv)Building or structures incorporating bonus
units shall have no more than 75%of the
garages on a single facade.
(v)Surface parking lots containing no more
than 6 parking stalls separated from other
parking areas by landscaping with a
minimum width of 15'.
General Provisions
(vi)
NA
Site design incorporating a package of at
least 3 amenities which enhance
neighborhood character,such as
coordinated lighting (street or building),
mailbox details,address and sign age
details,and street trees as approved by
the Reviewina Official.
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Where included,affordable
units must meet the provisions
of housing element of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Where included,affordable
units must meet the
provisions of housing
element of the
Comprehensive Plan.For
COR 2,if a significant
public benefit above City
Code requirements can be
provided for a portion of
the property which may be
contaminated,a transfer of
density may be allowed for
other Dortions of the site.
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4-11-010 DEFINITIONS A:
ABANDONMENT OF UNDERGROUND STORAGE FACILITIES:See RMC 4·5·120G.
ABUTTING:Lots sharing common property lines or easements.
[NOTE TO CODIFlER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
ACCESS EASEMENT:See EASEMENT,ACCESS
ACCESSORY BUILDING:A subordinate building located upon the same lot occupied by a
principal use or building with which it is customarily associated,but clearly incidental to.
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT:See DWELLING UNIT,ACCESSORY
ACCESSORY USE,AGRICULTURE OR ANIMAL HUSBANDRY:Subordinate and
incidental uses,typically located upon the same lot,which support the agricultural or animal
husbandry use of a site including,but not limited to the storage of agricultural products and
equipment,and the sheltering of animals.
ACCESSORY USE,RESIDENTIAL:A subordinate use,which supports the principal
residential use without displacing it,typically located upon the same Jot occupied by the principal
residential use with which it is customarily associated,but clearly incidental to.The accessory
use is typically subordinate in size and supports the principal residential use without displacing it.
ACCESSORY USE,COMMERClAUlNDUSTRlAIJPUBUCI COMMUNITY
FACILIT'Y:A use typically subordinate in size to the principal commercial,industrial.public,
community facility.or other similar principal use;that would not contribute significantly to traffic
generation,noise,or nuisance;and that supports the primary use operation without displacing it.
Uses are typically located upon the same lot occupied by a principal use.
ACT:(This definition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use only.)The
Shoreline Management Act of 1971.chapter 90.58 RCW.
ACTIVITY:A happening associated with a use;the use of energy toward a specific action or
pursuit.Examples of shoreline activities include but are not limited to fishing,swimming,
boating,dredging,fish spawning,wildlife nesting,or discharging of materials~Not all activities
necessarily require a shoreline location.Shoreline Master Program
ADJACENT:Lots located across a street,railroad.or right-of-way,except limited access roads.
[NOTE TO CODIFlER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
ADMINISTRATIVE HEADQUARTERS OFFICE:A use containing one or more of the day-
to-day functions (e.g.,management,payroll,infonnation systems,inventory control)related to
the operation of a company or affiliated corporate group.
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ADMINISTRATOR:The Administrator of the Department of PlanninglBuildingfPublic Works
of the City.or any successor office with responsibility for management of the public properties
within the City of Renton,or his/her designee.
ADULT DAY CARElBEALm:A program designed to meet the needs of adults with
functional impairments through an individualized plan of care.It is a structured,comprehensive
program that provides a variety of health,social,and related support services in a protective
setting during any part of a day for a minimum of four (4)hours,but less than twenty four (24)
hour care.While beds may be provided for rest periods,adult day care/health uses are not
intended to function as residential facilities.A number,where specified,is the maximum number
of clients present at anyone period of time during the program operation.Adult day care/health
programs are subclassified as follows:
A.Adult Day CarelHealth Category I:a maximum of four (4)clients upon a property
containing a residential use;and a maximum of twelve (12)clients upon a property in
nonresidential use.
B.Adult Day CarelBealth Category ll:five (5)or more clients upon a property
containing a residential use;and thirteen (13)or more clients upon a property in nonresidential
use.
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS:
A.Any enterprise which,for money or any other fonn of consideration.features "adult live
entertainment"as defined herein;or
B.Any "adult motion picture theater"as defmed herein;or
C.Any adult arcade containing individual viewing areas or stations or booths,where for
money or any other fonn of consideration one or more still or motion picture projectors,
slide projectors,or similar machines,or other image-producing machines are used to
show films,motion pictures.video cassettes,slides or other photographic reproduction of
specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.
ADULT FAMILY HOME:A state-licensed facility providing personal care,room and board
within a dwelling unit to more than one person,but not more than four (4)adults.not related by
blood or marriage to the person(s)providing the service.A maximum of six (6)adults may be
permitted if the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services detennines the home
is of adequate size and the home and provider are capable of meeting standards and qualifications
as provided for in chapters 70.128 RCW and 388-76 WAC.
ADULT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT:A person appearing nude or a live perfonnance which is
characterized by specified sexual activities as dermed in RMC 4-11-190.This definition
includes,but is not limited to,peep shows.
ADULT MOTION PICTURE THEATER:An enclosed building used for presenting motion
picture films.video cassettes,cable television,or any other such visual media for observation by
patrons there,distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on matter depicting,describing or
relating to specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.
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ADULT RETAll.USE:A retail establishmentwhich,for money or any other form of
consideration,either:(a)has as one of its principal purposes to sell,exchange,rent,loan,trade,
transfer,and/or provide for viewing or use,off the premises,any adult oriented merchandise;or
(b)provides,as its substantial stock in trade,for the sale,exchange,rental,loan,trade,transfer,
and/or provide for viewing or use,off the premises,any adult oriented merchandise.
ADULT-ORIENTED l\1ERCHANDISE:Any goods,products,commodities,or other wares,
including but not limited to,videos,CD roms,DVDs,magazines,books,pamphlets,posters,
cards,periodicals or nonclothing novelties,which depict,describe or simulate specified
anatomical areas or specified sexual activities.This defmition is not intended to include movies
rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America or its successor organization.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING:Housing used as a primary residence for any household whose
income is less than eighty percent (80%)of the median annual income adjusted for household
size,as determined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)for the Seattle
Metropolitan Statistical Area,and who pay no more than thirty percent (30%)of household
income for housing expenses.
AGRICULTURE:Use ofland for growing crops for sale or consumption.This use includes the
necessary accessory uses for packing,treating,or storing the produce provided that the operation
of the accessory use is clearly incidental to the agricultural activity.This defmition includes but
is not limited to produce farms and Christmas tree fanns.This definition excludes nurseries and
animal husbandry.
AffiGAP:See RMC 4-6-100.
AIRPLANE SALES AND REPAIR:Facilities where airplanes are displayed for sale and/or
brought for repair services.
AIRPORT HAZARD:Any structure,tree or use ofland which obstructs the air space required
for the flight of aircraft in landing or taking off at the airport or is otherwise hazardous to landing
or takeoff of aircraft.
AIRPORT,MUNICIPAL:Any area of land or water designated and designed for aircraft to
land and take off,with accessory areas for storage,refueling and repair of aircraft,various
accommodations for passengers,and other airport-related uses.
ALLEY:A vehicular right-of-way not over thirty feet (30')wide which is not designed for
general travel and primarily used as means of vehicular and pedestrian access to the rear of
abutting properties.
ANIMAL HUSBANDRY:The raising of domesticated animals other than common household
pets.
ANIMALS,LARGE:Horses,ponies,cows,llamas,oxen,buffalo,deer,and other animals of
similar size and characteristics.
ANIMALS,MEDIUM:Goats,sheep,pigs and other animals of similar size and characteristics.
ANIMALS,SMALL:Rabbits,chickens,ducks,geese,and other animals of similar size and
characteristics.
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APPEAL:A request for a review of any action pursuant to this Title,or of the interpretation of
any provision of the Title by any City official.
APPLICANT:A person who files an application of permit under this Title and who is either the
owner of the land on which that proposed activity would be located,a contract vendee,a lessee of
the land,the person who would actually control and direct the proposed activity,or the authorized
agent of such a person.
APPROVED,See RMC 4-6-100.
AQUACULTURE:The culture affanning of aquatic animals and plants.Shoreline Master
Program.
AQUIFER:A geological unit of porous and permeable rock,sand or gravel capable of yielding
usable amounts of water.
AQUIFER PROTECflON AREA (APA):Shall be the portion of an aquifer within the zone of
capture and recharge area for a well or well field owned or operated by the City,as defmed in
RMC 4-3-050B,Applicability -Critical Areas DesignationslMapping,and depicted in RMC 4-3-
050QI.Maps,Aquifer Protection.
AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA PERMIT:An authorization by the Department for a person
to store,handle,treat,use or produce a hazardous material within an APA.The two (2)types of
pennits that will be issued pursuant to RMC 4-9-015,Aquifer Protection Areas Pennits.and
RMC 4-3-050,Critical Areas Regulations,are an operating pennit and a closure pennit.
ARTERIAL:A street classified as a principal arterial on the City's Arterial Street Plan.
ARTERIAL PASS-THROUGH TRAFFIC:Traffic that has neither an origin nor destination in
an affected area which is diverted from an arterial road.
ARTICULATION:The giving of emphasis to architectural elements (like windows,balconies,
entries.etc.)that create a complementary pattern or rhythm dividing large buildings into smaller
i'dentifiable pieces.
ARTS AND CRAFrS SCHOOLS/STUDIOS,See SCHOOLS/STUDIOS,ARTS AND
CRAFTS.
ASSEMBLY AND PACKAGING OPERATIONS,A facility where pre-manufactured
components are assembled to construct a product.Products may be packaged and moved off-site
for wholesale or retail sale.This use includes but is not limited to assembly and packaging of
computer.electronics,office equipment,chemicals and allied products.fabricated metal products.
and other products.
AUTOMOBILE,See VEfUCLE.
AUXILIARY WATER SUPPLY,See RMC4-6-100.
AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (ADT):The average number of motor vehicles crossing in one
direction per working day for any continuous thirty (30)day period.
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A VERAGE HORIZONTAL ILLUMINATION:The quantity of light measured at the
pavement surface and averaged over the traveled laries expressed in foot-candles.
AWNING:A shelter,typically for a pedestrian walkway,that projects from and is supported by
the exterior wall of a building.Awnings have noncombustible frames,but may have combustible
coverings.Awnings may be fixed,retractable,folding or collapsible.Any structure which extends
above any adjacent parapet or roof of a supporting building is not included within the defmition
of awning.
4-11-020 DEFJNfITONS B:
BACKFLOW:See RMC 4-6-100.
BACKFLOW PREVENTER:See RMC 4-6-100.
BACKGROUND AREA:The entire face of a sign upon which text andlor graphics could be
placed.
BACKSIPHONAGE:See RMC 4-6-100.
BASE FLOOD:A flood having a one percent (1%)chance of being equaled or exceeded in any
given year.Also referred to as the "IOO-year flood".Designation on flood maps always includes
the letters A or V.
BASKMENT:Any floor level below the fust story in a building,except that a floor level in a
building having only one floor level shall be classified as a basement unless such floor level
qualifies as a first story as defined herein.
BED AND BREAJa<ASTHOUSE,ACCESSORY:Overnight accommodations and a morning
meal in a dwelling unit with less than four guest rooms provided to transients for compensation.
Accessory bed and breakfast houses are proprietor-occupied,or the proprietor Jives on a
contiguous property,and morning meals are provided to the house residents and the overnight
guests only.This definition does not include congregate residences,professional bed and
breakfast houses,hotels,or motels.
BED AND BREAKFAST HOUSE,PROFESSIONAL:Overnight accommodations and a
morning meal in a dwelling unit with four to ten guest rooms provided to transients for
compensation.Professional bed and breakfast houses are proprietor-occupied,or the proprietor
lives on a contiguous property,and morning meals are provided to the house residents and the
overnight guests only.This defmition does not include congregate residences,accessory bed and
breakfast houses,hotels,or motels.
BEDROCK:In-place subsurface material consisting of solid rock.
BEEKEEPING:Keeping of bees.
BEST MANAGEMENT PRAcrICES,WETLANDS:Conservation practices or systems of
practices and management measures that:
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A.Control soil loss and reduce water quality degradation caused by nutrients,animal waste,
toxins and sediment;
B.Minimize adverse impacts to surface water and groundwater flow,circulation patterns,
and to the chemical,physical and biological characteristics of wetlands;and
C.Includes allowing proper use and storage of fertilizers/pesticides.
BIG-BOX RETAIL,See RETAIL,BIG-BOX
BLOCK:A block consists of two (2)facing block fronts bounded on two (2)sides by alleys or
rear property lines and on two (2)sides by the centerline of platted streets,with no other
intersecting streets intervening.
[NOTE TO CODIFlER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
BLOCK FRONT:A block front is the frontage of property along one side of a street bound on
three (3)sides by the centerline of platted streets and on the fourth side by an alley or rear
property lines.
BOARDING HOUSE,See CONGREGATE RESIDENCE
BOAT LAUNCHING RAMP:A facility with an inclined surface extending into the water
which allows Launching of boats directly into the water from trailers.Shoreline Master Program
BODY SHOP:An establishment which conducts any of the following operations:
A.Collision repair services,including body,frame or fender straightening,repair,or
replacement;andlor
B.Overall painting of vehicles or painting of vehicles in a paint shop.but excluding minor
painting with an airbrush or roller brush utilized in customizing or detailing operations;
andlor
C.Welding,molding,and similar operations conducted on vehicles.
BUFFER,CRITICAL AREA:A naturally vegetated and undisturbed.enhanced,or revegetated
area that surrounds and protects a critical area from adverse impacts to its functions and values,
andlor which protects adjacent developed areas from potentially hazardous conditions.
BUFFER,SHORELINES:A parcel or strip of land that is designed and designated to
permanently remain vegetated in an undisturbed and natural condition to protect an adjacent
aquatic or wetland site from upland impacts,to provide habitat for wildlife and to afford limited
public access.Shoreline Master Program
BUILDABLE AREA:The portion of a lot or site,exclusive of required yard areas,setbacks,
landscaping or open space within which a structure may be built.
[NOTE TO CODIFlER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
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BUILDING:As defined by the Unifonn Building Code..
BUILDlNG:(This definition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use
only.)Any structure having a roof intended to be used for the shelter or enclosure of persons,
plants,animals or property.Shoreline Master Program
BUILDING CODE:Building Code is the Unifonn Building Code,promulgated by the
International Conference of Building Officials,as adopted by this jurisdiction.
BUILDING COMPLEX,:MULTlPLE:A group of structures housing more than one type of
retail business,office or commercial venture and generally under one ownership and control.
BUILDING DRAIN:See RMC 4-6-100.
BUILDING FACADE:That portion of any exterior elevation of a building extending from the
grade to the top of the parapet wall or eaves,and the entire width of the building elevation.
BUILDlNG FOOTPRINT:The area of a lot or site included within the surrounding exterior
walls of a building or portion of a building,exclusive of courtyards.In the absence of surrounding
exterior walls,the building footprint shall be the area under the horizontal projection of the roof.
BUILDING HEIGHT:The vertical distance above a referenced datum measured to the highest
point of the coping of a flat roof or to the deck line of a mansard roof or to the average height of
the highest gable of a pitched or hipped roof.The reference datum shall be selected by either of
the following,whichever yields a greater height of building:
A.The elevation of the highest adjoining sidewalk or ground surface within a five foot (5')
horizontal distance of the exterior wall of the building when such sidewalk or ground
surface is not more than ten feet (10')above lowest grade measured within a five foot (5')
horizontal distance of the exterior wall of the building.
B.An elevation ten feet (l0')higher than the lowest grade when the sidewalk or ground
surface described in subsection A above is more than ten feet (10')above lowest grade
measured within a five foot (5')horizontal distance of the exterior wall of the building.
{NOTE TO CODlFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
BUILDING,MULTI-OCCUPANCY:A single structure housing more than one type of retail
business,office or commercial venture and generally under one ownership and control.
BUILDlNG OFFICIAL:The officer or other person charged with the administration and
enforcement of the UBC and the building-related provisions of this Title,or his duly authorized
deputy.
BUILDlNG,SINGLE OCCUPANCY:A building occupied by a single tenant.A building is
considered to be "single occupancy"if:
A.It has only one occupant;and
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B.It has no wall in common with another building;and
C.It has no part of its roof in common with another building.
BULK STORAGE:See STORAGE,BULK.
BULKHEAD:A vertical wall constructed of rock,concrete,timber,sheet steel,gabions,or
patent system materials.Rock bulkheads are often termed "vertical rock walls."Seawalls are
similar to bulkheads,but more robustly constructed.
BUOY:A floating object anchored in a lake,river,etc.,to warn of rocks,shoals,etc.,or used for
boat moorage.Shoreline Master Program
BUSINESS FACADE:That portion of an exterior building wall owned or leased by a business.
4-1l~3P DEFINITIONS C:
CALIPER:The diameter of any tree trunk as measured at a height of four and one-half feet (4·
112')above the ground on the upslope side of the tree.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
CANOPY,BUD...DING:A rigid multi-sided structure covered with fabric,metal or other
material and supported by a building at one or more points or extremities and by columns or posts
embedded in the ground at other points or extremities.Any structure which extends above any
adjacent parapet or roof of supporting building is not included within the defmition of building
canopy.
CAR:See VEHICLE.
CAR WASH:A structure with machine-operated or hand-operated facilities used principally for
the cleaning,washing,polishing,or waxing of motor vehicles.
CARD ROOM:A use governed pursuant to the provisions of chapter 9.46 RCW,1973 Gaming
Act and licensed by the Washington State Gambling Commission that is ancillary to a permitted
use where food and beverages are served on the premises and whose purpose is to serve as a
commercial stimulant to the principal activities associated with the primary use.
CARETAKER'S RESIDENCE:A dwelling unit located on the site of a nonresidential use and
occupied only by a caretaker or guard employed on the premises,and consisting of only one
residence per permitted establishment.
CARPOOL:A group of people traveling to the same or relatively nearby locations in the same
vehicle.
CARPORT:A roofed structure,enclosed on less than three sides,without interior parking aisles,
for the purpose of storing motor vehicles.
CEMETERY:Property used for interring of the dead.This definition includes accessory
buildings,crematories.and mausoleums.
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CENTER,EMPLOYMENT:An area of higher intensity uses that typically employ thousands
of people that is contained by a boundary to prevent it from encroaching on adjacent areas andlor
neighborhoods.
CERTIFIED:A facility and staffqualified and able to provide certain tests and measurements
relating to specific tasks and based upon established standards.
CIRCULATION:Those means of transportation which carry passengers or goods to,from,over,
or along a corridor.Shoreline Master Program
CITY COUNCIL:The City Council of the City of Reoten,Washington.
CITY GOVERNMENT OFFICES:Offices for City administration and or provision of
services to the public.This defmition includes but is not limited to city hall.
CIVIL ENGINEER:A professional engineer registered in the State to practice in the field of
civil works.
CLEAR VISION AREA:The area bounded by the street property lines of comer lots and a line
joining points along said street lines twenty feet (20)from their point of intersection.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
CLOSED RECORD APPEAL:An administrative appeal on the record to a local government
body or officer including the legislative body,following an open record hearing on a project
pennit application when the appeal is on the record with no or limited new evidence or
infonnation allowed to be submitted and only appeal argument allowed.
CLOSURE OF UNDERGROUND STORAGE FACILITIES:See RMC 4-S-120G.
CLUSTER,RESIDENTIAL:The placement of more than one building envelope on a single lot
or parcel of land for the purpose of constructing single family residential dwelling units in either
attached or detached construction arrangement,and where the property ownership outside the
building envelopes is commonly held by all single family dwellings on that lot or parcel of land.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER'INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
COLLECTION POINT:In multiple-family residences,commercial,industrial and other
nonresidential developments,the exterior location designation for garbage and recyclables
collection by the City's contractor or other authorized haulers.
COMBINED PUBLIC DETENTION:A stormwater detention system designed to
accommodate runoff from both public streets and private property.
COMllINED SEWER:See RMC 4-6-100.
COMMERCIAL LAUNDRIES:A facility where clothing or other fabrics are washed,dried,or
dry cleaned for other businesses or institutions.This definition does not include laundromats.
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COM:MERCIAL USE:A type of land use that includes commercial office activities.services
and/or retail sales.
COMMUNICATION BROADCAST AND RELAY TOWERS:Establishments lbat provide
point-to-point communication services,whether by wire or radio,including radio and television
broadcasting stations and the exchange or recording of messages.This definition excludes all
tenns related to wireless communication facilities.
COMPACTION:The densification of an earthen fill by mechanical means.
COMPENSATION PROJEcr:Actions necessary to replace project-induced wetland and
wetland buffer losses,including land acquisition,planning.construction plans,installation,
monitoring and contingency actions,
COMPENSATORY l\1ITIG~TION:Replacing project-induced wetland losses or impacts,
including,but not limited to wetlands restoration and creation.and wetland enhancement in
conjunction with wetlands restoration or creation.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:The plans,maps and reports that comprise the official
development plan and 20-year "vision"for the future physical design and character of the City as
adopted by the City Council in accordance with chapter 35.63 RCW.
CONDOMINIUM:Real property,portions of which are designated for separate ownership and
the remainder of which is designated for common ownership solely by the owners of those
portions.Real property is not a condominium unless the undivided interests in the common
elements are vested in the unit owners,and unless a declaration and a survey map and plans have
been recorded pursuant to RCW 64.32.
CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS:The filing of a declaration pursuant to the Horizontal
Property Regimes Act,of the sale by a developer of condominium units that were previously
rental units.
CONFERENCE CENTERS:Facilities where large gatherings of people converge to meet on a
variety of subjects.These facilities are characterized by one large space where exhibits are set up
and numerous adjoining meeting rooms,This defmition excludes sports arenas,auditoriums,and
exhibition halls.
CONGREGATE RESIDENCE:Any building or portion thereof that contains facilities for
living,sleeping and sanitation and may include facilities for eating and cooking for occupancy for
other than a family.A congregate residence may include a boarding house.but does not include a
group home I or 2,convalescent center,jail,hotel or motel.
CONSERVANCY:A Shoreline Master Program land use designation identifying an area to be
managed in essentially its natural state while providing for a moderate to low intensity of land
uses surrounding the area.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES:Construction and all activities associated with construction,
to include,but not be limited to,construction,remodeling,repair.and maintenance of structures,
equipment,roads.and utilities;mining;grading;landfilling;and excavating.Construction
activities may be regulated by pennits issued by the City including,but not limited to,public
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works construction permits,building permits,an'd mining,excavation,and grading permits and
licenses.
CONSTRUCTION/CONTRACTOR'S OFFICE:An area where a construction contractor
maintains its office,as well as storage for equipment and materials,for the construction and
landscaping trades.
CONTAINMENT DEVICE:A device that is designed to contain an unauthorized release,retain
it for cleanup and prevent released materials from penetrating into the ground.
CONTAMINANT:See RMC 4-6-100.
CONTIGUOUS PROPERTIES:Properties sharing a property line.
CONTINUOUS MONITORING:See RMC 4-S-120G.
CONVALESCENT CENTERS:Facilities for patients who are recovering health and strength
after illness or injury,or receiving long-term care for chronic conditions,disabilities,or terminal
illness where care includes on-going medical treatment,including hospice,and extended care
facilities.This definition does not include retirement residences,adult family homes,group
homes I or II,or medical institutions.
CONVERTED BUnJHNG:Any condominium or cooperative which formerly contained rental
dwelling units..
COOPERATIVE:Any existing structure,including surrounding land and improvements,which
contains one or more dwelling units and which:(a)is owned by an association organized pursuant
to the Cooperative Association Act (RCW 23.86);or (b)is owned by an association with resident
shareholders who are granted renewable leasehold interests in housing units in the building.
COOPERATIVE UNIT:Any dwelling unit in a cooperative.
COPY:The graphic content of a sign surface in either permanent or removable letter,
pictographic,symbolic,or alphabetic form.
CORRIDOR:A strip of land forming a passageway between two (2)otherwise separate parts.
Shoreline Master Program
COUNTY AUDITOR:As defmed in chapter RCW 36.22 or the office of the person assigned
such duties under the King County Charter.
CREEK:See STREAM,RNER,CREEK,OR WATERCOURSE.
CRITICAL AREAS:Areas of the City that may not be suitable for development and which are
subject to the City's critical areas regulations including very high landslide hazard areas,
protected slopes,wetlands,aquifer recharge areas,fish and wildlife habitat,shorelines,or
floodways.
CRITICAL FACILITY:A facility for which even a slight chance of flooding might be too
great.Critical facilities include,but are not limited to schools,nursing homes,hospitals,police,
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fire and emergency response installations,and facilities that produce,use or store hazardous
materials or hazardous waste.
CRITICAL HABITAT,OR CRITICAL WILDLiFE HABITAT:Habitat areas associated
with threatened,endangered,sensitive.monitored,or priority species of plants or wildlife and
which,if altered,could reduce the likelihood that the species would maintain and reproduce over
the long term.See also RMC 4-3-050B5b.
CROSS CONNECfrON:See RMC 4-6-100.
CUL-DE-SAC:A vehicular tum-around at the end of a dead end street.
CULTURAL FACR.ITIES:Facilities which offer passive entertainment and enjoyment
activities to the general public.This definition includes.but is not limited to,museums and
libraries.This defmition excludes adult entertainment businesses.dance halls;dance clubs;
religious institutions;and gaming/gambling facilities.
CURB:A vertical curb and gutter section constructed from concrete.
4-11-040 DEFINITIONS D:
DANCE CLUB:Any facility,restricted to adults over 21 years of age,at which dancing occurs,
as a primary form of entertainment.This definition excludes adult entertainment businesses,
entertairunent clubs,and gamingigambling facilities,dance halls and other establishments
conducting public dances as defined in RMC 5-13-1.
DANCE HALL:Any place where a public dance,as defined in RMC 5~13-1,is conducted
without restriction on age,or restricted to minors only.Dance halls are further regulated under
Title V of the Renton Municipal Code and require a license to operate.This defmition excludes
adult entertainment businesses,dance clubs,entertainment clubs,and gaming/gambling facilities.
DANGEROUS BUILDING:As defmed by the "Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings."
DAY CARE CENTER:A day care operation licensed by the State of Washington (WAC ~88
73-014),for thirteen (13)or more children in any twenty four (24)hour period.or any number of
children in a non~residential structure.This defmition does not include adult day carelhealth.
DAY CARE,FAMILY,HOME:A day care operation licensed by the State of Washington
(WAC 388-73-014),caring for twelve (12)or fewer children in any twenty four (24)hour period
within the caregiver's place of residence.
DEDICATION:A deliberate appropriation of land by its owner for any general and public uses,
reserving to himselfJherself no other rights than such as are compatible with the full exercises and
enjoyment of the public uses to which the property has been devoted.
DEED OF DEDICATION:A formal dedication of right-of-way or easement to the City,to be
approved by City Council.
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DENSITY,GROSS:A measure ofpopulation,'bousing units,or building area related to land
area,and expressed as a ratio,i.e.,one dwelling unit per acre,or one thousand (1,000)people per
square mile.
DENSITY,NET:A calculation of the number ofhollsing units and/or lots that would be allowed
on a property after critical areas and public rights-of-way and legally recorded private access
easements serving three (3)or more dwelling units,are subtracted from the gross area (gross
acres minus streets and critical areas multiplied by allowable housing units per acre).Required
critical area buffers and public and private alleys shall not be subtracted from gross acres for the
purpose of net density calculations.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
DEPARTMENT:The PlanninglBuildingfPublic Works Department of the City of Renton.
DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR:See ADMlNlSTRATOR.
DESIGNATED ZONE FACILITY:Any hazardous waste treatment and storage facility that
requires an interim or fmal status permit under rules adopted under RCW 70.105 and that is not a
"preempted facility"as defined in RCW 70.105.010.
DETENTIONIRETENTION FACILITIES:Facilities designed either to hold runoff for a short
period of time and then release it·to the point of discharge at a controlled rate or to hold water for
a considerable length of time during which the volume is reduced through evaporation,
evapotranspiration by plants,or infiltration into the ground.
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS):The written decision by the
responsible official of the lead agency that a proposal is not likely to have a significant adverse
envirorunental impact,and therefore an EIS is not required (WAC 197-11-310 and 197-11-340).
The DNS fonn is in WAC 197-11-970.
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE,MITIGATED (MDNS):A DNS tbat
includes mitigation measures and is issued as a result of the process specified in WAC 197-11-
350.
DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (D8):The written decision by the responsible
official of the lead agency that a proposal is likely to have a significant adverse envirorunental
impact,and therefore an EIS is required (WAC 197-11·310 and 197·11-360).The OS form is in
WAC 197-11-980 and must be used substantially in that form.
DEVELOPABLE AREA:Land area outside of critical areas,critical area buffers,and public
rights-of-way that is otherwise developable.
DEVELOPMENT:The division ofa parcel of land into two (2)or more parcels;the
construction,reconstruction,conversion,structural alteration,relocation or enlargement of any
structure;any mining,excavation,landfill or land disturbance and any use or extension of the use
of land.
DEVELOPMENT:(This defmition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,
use only.)A use consisting of the construction of exterior alteration of structures;dredging;
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drilling;dumping;filling;removal of any sand,gravel or minerals;bulkheading;driving of piling;
placing of obstructions;or any other projects of a pennanent or temporary nature which interferes
with the nonnal public use ofthe surface of the water-s overlying lands subject to the Act at any
state of water level.Shoreline Master Program
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT:A recorded contract entered into by the city and an
applicant setting forth development s~dards and other provisions governing and vesting a
development or use for a duration oftime specified in the contract.May be used to obligate an
applicant to fund or provide services,infrastructure,or other facilities.
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT:Written pennission after appropriate review for type of
application from the appropriate decision-maker authorizing the division of a parcel of land,the
construction,reconstruction,conversion,structural alteration,relocation or enlargement of any
structure,utility,or any use or extension of the use of the land.
DISPLAY SURFACE:The area made available by the sign structure for the purpose of
displaying the advertising message.
DOCK:A fixed or floating platfonn extending from the shore over the water.Shoreline Master
Program
DOUBLE CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY:See RMC 4-6-100.
DOUBLE-WALLED:See RMC 4-5-12OG.
DOWNTOWN CORE AREA:See Map Exhibit in RMC 4-2-080C.
DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT:See Map Exhibit in RMC 4-2-080D.Those uses,
buildings and walkways along either side of South Third Street between Burnett Avenue South
and Main Avenue South,and along either side of Wells Avenue South between South Second
Street and Houser Way South.
DRAINAGE AREA:The total area whose drainage water flows to and across the subject
property.
DREDGING:The removal of earth from the bottom or banks of a body of water.Shoreline
Master Program
DRIP LINE:A tree's drip line shall be described by a line projected to the ground from the outer
edge of the tree canopy delineating the outermost extent of foliage in all directions and coinciding
with the area of the root mass.
DRIVE-INIDRIVE-THROUGB RETAIL or SERVICE:A business or a portion ofa business
where a customer is permitted or encouraged either by the design of physical facilities or by
service andlor packaging procedures,to carry on business in the off-street parking or paved area
accessory to the business,while seated in a motor vehicle.In some instances,customers may need
to get out of the vehicle to obtain the product or service.This defmition shall include but not be
limited to fast-food restaurants,espresso stands.and drive-in services at banks and pharmacies.
This definition excludes vehicle service and repair,vehicle fueling stations,and car washes.
DWELLING,MULTI-FAMILY:
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Dwelling,Attached:A one-family dwelling attached to one or more one-family dwellings by
common roofs,walls,or floors.This definition may also include a dwelling unit or units attached
to garages or other non-residential uses.This definition does not include retirement residences,
boarding and lodging houses,accessory dwelling units,adult family homes,group borne I or
group home II as defmed herein.
A.Flat:A residential building containing two (2)or more dwelling units which are attached
at one or more common roofs,walls,or floors.Typically,the unit's habitable area is provided on
a single level.Unit entrances mayor may not be provided from a common corridor.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE}
B.Townhouse:A one-family,ground-related dwelling attached to one or more such units
in which each unit has its own exterior,ground-level access to the outside,no unit is located over
another unit,and each unit is separated from any other unit by one or more vertical common
walls.Typically the units are multi-story.
C.Carriage House:One or more accessory dwelling units attached to a garage.The
garage attached to the carriage house typically contains vehicles and/or storage for people living
in another building as well as occupants of the carriage house.
D.Penthouse:A single dwelling unit located at or near the top of a building containing
other,non-residential uses.
DWELLING,SINGLE FAMlLY:
A.Dwelling,Detached:A building containing one dwelling unit which is not attached to
any other dwelling by any means except fences,has a pennanent foundation,and is surrounded
by open space or yards.
B.Dwelling,Semi-Attached:A one-family dwelling attached to only one other one-family
dwelling at secondary or ancillary building parts such as garages,carports,trellises,porches,
covered decks,or other secondary connection approved by the City,and not connected at building
parts containing living areas.
DWELLING UNIT:A structure or portion of a structure designed,occupied or intended for
occupancy as separate Jiving quarters with cooking,sleeping and sanitary facilities provided for
the exclusive use of a single household.
DWELLING UNIT,ACCESSORY:An independent subordinate dwelling unit contained
within a single-family detached dwelling or its accessory detached garage.An accessory dwelling
unit houses family members related to the property owner or an employee of the property owner.
DWELLING UNIT,ATIACHED:See DWELLING UNIT,MULTI-FAMILY.
4-11-050 DEFINITIONS E:
EARLY NOTICE:See RMC 4-9-070R.
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EARTH MATERlAL:Any rock,natural soil or fill and/or any combination thereof.
EASEMENT:A grant by the property owner for the use or protection of a piece of land by the
public,corporation,or persons for specific purposes.
A.Easement,Access:An easement created for the purpose of providing vehicular or
pedestrian access to a property.
B.Easement,Conservation:An easement held by the City,a public or nonprofit entity
approved by the City,or by a the property owner for the express purpose of protecting and
conserving critical areas and their buffers.
EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT:Retail establishments selling food and/or
drink for consumption on the premises or for take-out,including accessory on-site food
preparation.This defUlition includes,but is not limited to,restaurants,cafes,fast~food,
microbrew establishments,and espresso stands.This defmition excludes taverns;entertainment
clubs;dance clubs;and/or dance halls.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:A development which provides a service,produces goods or a
product,retails a commodity,or emerges in any other use or activity for the purpose of making
financial ga~.Shoreline Master Program
EDUCATION INSTITUTION.mGHER,OTHER:A public or private school.college or
university that provides post~secondary professional education and/or continuing education
programs.This defUlition does not include trade or vocational schools,K~12 educational
institutions,or arts and crafts schools and studios.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS (pUBLIC OR PRIVATE),EXISTING K-12:An existing
public or private school encompassing grades K-12.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS (pUBLIC OR PRIVATE),NEW K-12:A new public 0:
private school encompassing grades.K-12.
ELECTRiCAL POWER GENERATION AND COGENERATION:Electdcal powe:
generation is the production of electricity for consumption by facilities onsite or in a district.
Electrical power cogeneration is the simultaneous production of electricity and useful heat from
the same fuel or energy or the use of a production by-product to generate power.Facilities with
cogeneration systems use them to produce their own electricity.and use the unused excess
(waste)heat for process steam,hot water heating,space heating,and other thennal needs.They
may also use excess process heat to produce steam for electricity production.
EMERGENCIES:Actions that must be undertaken immediately or within a time frame too short
to allow full compliance with this Title to avoid an immediate threat to public health or safety,to
prevent an imminent threat of serious environmental degradation.
ENGiNE OR TRANSMISSION REBUiLD,INDUSTRiAL:An operntion which :ebuilds,
reconditions,or customizes engines or transmissions which are sold to vehicle service and repair
operations or to individual customers for installation into vehicles off site.
ENGiNEERING GEOLOGIST:See GEOTECIINlCAL ENGINEER.
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ENGINEERING GEOLOGY:The application"of geologic knowledge and principles in the
investigation and evaluation of naturally occuning rock and soil for use in the design of civil
works.
ENGINEERING GEOWGY REPORT:See GEOTECHNICAL REPORT.
ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES:Removal of noxious or intrusive species.plantings of
appropriate native species andlor removal of diseased or decaying trees which pose a clear and
imminent threat to life or property.Enhancement activities shall not involve the use of
mechanical equipment.Enhancement activities may include the removal of pests which pose a
clear danger to public health provided that such danger is certified by the King County
Department of Public Health.
ENTERTAINMENT CLUB:Any facility where live entertainment including but not limited to
live theater;dance performances;musical performances;comedy routines;book/poetry readings;
and other forms of live entertainment are conducted.This definition exciudes adult entertainment
businesses;movie theaters;dance clubs;dance halls;taverns;arid eating and drinking
establishments.
ENTERTAINMENTIMEDIA RENTALS:A business consisting of rental of entertainment
media including but not limited to videos,DVDs.and video games.This defmition includes
accessory retail sales of entertainment media as well as foodstuff.This definition does not
include adult retail uses.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE (ERC):The Environmental Review
Committee as defined by RMC 4-9-070G,is the SEPA Responsible Official Authority.The ERC
shall consist of three (3)officials designated by the Mayor with concurrence by the City Council.
For all proposals for which the City is the lead agency,the ERC shall make the threshold
determination and perform any other functions assigned to the "lead agency"or "responsible
official"by the SEPA rules that were adopted by reference in WAC 173-806-020.
EROSION:The wearing away 'of the ground surface as a result of the movement of wind,water
andlor ice.
ESSENTIAL HABITAT:Habitat necessary for the survival of federally listed threatened,
endangered,and sensitive species and state listed priority species.
EVICTION:Any effort by a property owner andlor developer to remove a tenant from the
premises or terminate a tenancy by lawful or unlawful means.
EXCAVATION:The mechanical removal of earth materiaL
EXISTING LEGAL USE:The use of a lot or structure at the time of enactment of a zoning or
other land use regulation.
EXOTIC:Any species of plants or animals that are not indigenous to the planning area.
EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES:Services which provide rapid delivery (i.e.,
overnight,within an hour,etc.)of air parcels.foodstuff,household and entertainment goods.as
well as taxi services.Use is distinguished by space for multiple small delivery vehicles,and
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typically associated areas for sorting and handling packages and documents,and accessory
administrative offices.
4-11-060 DEFINITIONS F:
FACILITY:(For purposes of aquifer protection area regulations contained in RMC 4-3-050,
Critical Area Regulations)All contiguous land within an APA,structures,other appurtenances,
and improvements on the land and operations therein including,but not limited to,business,
government,and institutional activities where hazardous materials are stored,handled,treated,
used or produced in quantities greater than the de minimus amounts specified in RMC 4-3-
05OC6a(iiXl),Activities Exempt from Specified Aquifer Protection Area Requirements.
FA.MD..Y:Any number of related individuals,or not more than four (4)unrelated individuals,
living together as a single household.
FILL:A deposit of earth material placed by artificial means.
FINAL PLAT:See PLAT,FINAL.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:The Renton Fire Department.
FIRE FLOW:The measure of the sustained flow of available water for fire fighting at a specific
building or within a specific area at twenty (20)pounds per square inch residual pressure.
FIRE MARSHAL:The City of Renton Fire Marshal or hislher designee.
FLAT:See DWELLING,MULTI-FAMILY.
FLOOD or FLOODING:A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation
of normally dry land areas from:
A.The overflow of inland or tidal waters,and/or
B.The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source.
FLOOD CONTROL:Any undertaking for the conveyance,control,and dispersal offload
waters.Shoreline Master Program
FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM):The official map on which the Federal Insurance
Administration has delineated both the areas of special flood hazard and the risk premium zones
applicable to the community.
FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY:The official report provided by the Federal Insurance
Administration that includes flood profiles,the flood boundary-floodway map and the water
surface elevation of the base flood.
FLOOD,ONE HUNDRED (100)YEAR:The maximum flood expected to occur during a one-
hundred (laO)year period.Shoreline Master Program
FLOODPLAIN:The area subject to a one hundred (100)year flood.Shoreline Master Program
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FLOODWAV:The channel of river or·other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must
be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface
elevation more than one foot (I').(Ord.4071,6-1-1987).
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
FWODWAY:For purposes of determining the jurisdiction of the Shoreline Master Program in
conjunction with the definition of "shore1and","floodway"means those portions of the area of a
river valley lying streamward from the outer limits of a watercourse upon which flood waters are
carried during periods of flooding that occur with reasonable regularity,although not necessarily
annually,said floodway being identified,under normal condition,by changes in surface soil
conditions or changes in types or quality of vegetative ground cover condition.The floodway
shall not include those lands that can reasonably be expected to be protected flood waters by
flood control devices maintained by or maintained under license from the Federal Government,
the State,or a political subdivision of the State.Shoreline Master Program
FWOR AREA,GROSS:The sum of the gross horizontal areas of all floors ofa building
measured from the exterior face of each wall.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
FLOOR AREA,NET:The total of all floor area of a building,excluding stairwells,elevator
shafts,mechanical equipment rooms,interior vehicular parking or loading,and all floors below
the ground floor,except when used for human habitation or service to the public.
FLOOR AREA RATIO:The gross floor area of all buildings on a lot divided by the lot area.
FLOWERIPLANTS AND FLORAL SUPPLY:A business involving the retail sale of flowers,
house plants,and associated floral supplies.
FRONT YARD:See YARD REQUIREMENT.
FUEL DEALERS:Wholesale distribution offuels with associated bulk fuel storage.
FUELING STATION,VEffiCLE:See VEIllCLE FUELING STATIONS.
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACI'OF 1956 (FWPCA):See RMC 4-
6-100.
4-11-1)70 DEFINITIONS G:
GAMING/GAMBLING FACILITIES,NOT-FOR-PROFIT:Facilities operated by a oot-for-
profit entity where any type of gaming or gambling is the primary attraction.
GARAGE,PRIVATE:A roofed structure enclosed on three or more sides,without interior
parking aisles,for the purpose of storing motor vehicles.
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GARAGE SALE:All general sales open to the'public conducted on a residential premises to
dispose of personal property,inc~uding,but not limited to,all sales entitled "lawn","yard",
"attic","porch","room","backyard","patio","flea market"or "rununage sale".
GARBAGE:See REFUSE.
GAS STATION:See FUELING STATION,VElllCLE.
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS:Areas which may be prone to one or more oftbe following
conditions:erosion,flooding,landslides,coal mine hazards,or seismic activity.Refer to RMC 4-
3-050B4.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER:A State of Washington licensed geologist experienced and
knowledgeable in engineering geology.
GEOTECHNICAL REPORT:A report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer including an
adequate description of the geology of the site,conclusions and recommendations regarding the
effect of geologic conditions on the proposed development.
GOLF COURSE:An area designed and used for playing golf,including all accessory uses
incidental to the operation of the facility.This de:fmition excludes other outdoor recreational
facilities,neighborhood parks,and community/regional parks.
GOVERNMENT FACILITIES,CITY:Facilities of any unit of city government.Types of
facilities include community centers,public works maintenance facilities,courts of law,fire halls,
and other types of municipal facilities.This defmition excludes city government offices,jails,
parks,transit centers,park &rides,sewage treatment plants,municipally-owned golf course or
airports,and libraries.
GOVERNMENT FACILITIES,OTHER:Facilities of any unit of county,state,federal,or
special district government.Types of facilities include community centers,vehicle and drivers
licensing offices,public works maintenance facilities,courts oflaw,school support facilities,and
other types of county,state,school district,special district,or federal facilities.This definition
excludes offices,jails,parks,transit centers,park &rides,sewage treatment plants,schools,
municipally-owned golf courses or airports,and libraries.
GOVERNMENT OFFICES,CITY:See CITY GOVERNMENT OFFICES.
GRADE:The vertical location of the ground surface.
GRADE,FINISH:The surface level of the ground after completion of all grading.
GRADING:An excavating or filling or combination thereof.
A.Regular Grading:Any grading that involves five thousand (5,000)cubic yards or less of
material.
B.Engineered Grading:Any grading that involves more than five thousand (5,000)cubic
yards of material.
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GRID-LIKE STREET PATTERN (OR FLEXIBLE GRID):A street system based upon a
standard grid pattern;however,offset intersections,loop roads,and cul-de-sacs as well as angled
or curved road segments may also be utilized on a limited basis.The block pattern is
characterized by regular (i.e .•rectangular or trapezoidal)blocks.
GROUND COVER:Low growing plants such as salal,ivy,ferns,mosses,grasses or other types
of vegetation which nonnally cover the ground.
GROUND COVER MANAGEMENT:The mowing or cutting of ground cover in order to
create an orderly appearing property so long as such activities do not disturb the root structures on
the plants.Ground cover management shall include the removal of vegetative debris from the
properly.
GROUNDWATER:Water below the land surface in the zone of saturation.
GROUNDWATER MONITORING PROGRAM:A plan containing procedures to be
followed to assess ground water quality for concentrations of those chemicals identified in the
operating permit.
GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELL:A small-diameter well installed for purposes of
sampling and monitoring ground water.
GROUP FAMILY HOUSEHOLD:A group of individuals not related by blood.marriage,
adoption or guardianship living together in a dwelling unit as a single housekeeping unit under a
common management plan based on an intentionally structured relationship to provide
organization and stability.
GROUP HOME I (REHABILITATION):A facility or dwelling unit housing persons,
unrelated by blood or marriage and operating as a group family household.A rehabilitative group
home may include halfway houses and substance abuse recovery homes.This defmition does not
include congregate residential.
GROUP HOME n (pROTECTIVE RESIDENCY):A facility or dwelling unit housing
persons,including resident staff,unrelated by blood or marriage and operating as a group family
household.Staff persons provide care,education,and participation in community activities.for
the residents with the primary goal of enabling the resident to live as independently as possible.A
protective residency may include disabled (mentally and physically)persons,foster child care,
abused women shelters,orphanages and other uses where residents are deemed vulnerable and/or
disabled and are not a threat to self or to public health or safety.This definition does not include
congregate residential.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACf (GMA):A law passed by the Washington State Legislature
in 1990 that mandates comprehensive planning in designated counties and cities statewide
(chapter 36.70A RCW).
4-11-080 DEFINITIONS H:
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:Those chemicals or substances which are physical or health
hazards as defined and classified in Article 80 of the Unifonn Fire Code as adopted or amended
by the City whether the materials are in usable or waste condition;and any material that may
degrade groundwater quality when improperly used,stored,disposed of,or otherwise
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mismanaged.RMC 4-3-oS0R,Generic Hazardous Materials List,provides a list of common
substances that may be hazardous materials.Article VI-A of the Uniform Fire Code provides
further infonnation.explanations,and examples of hazardous materials.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVENTORY STATEMENT:A fonn provided by the
Department or the Fire Prevention Bureau and completed by a facility owner that provides
specified information regarding hazardous materials at the facility.
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE:Any liquid,solid,gas or sludge,including any material,
substance,product commodity or waste that exhibits the characteristics of hazardous waste as
described in RCW 70.105.
HAZARDOUS WASTE:All dangerous and extremely hazardous waste,except for moderate-
risk waste,as defmed in RCW 70.105.010.
HEALm HAZARD:See RMC 4-6-100.
HEARING EXAMINER:The office oCthe Hearing Examiner as defmed by RMC Title 1.The
Hearing Examiner is appointed by the Mayor of the City to conduct public hearings on
applications outlined in RMC 4-8,and prepares a record,findings of fact and conclusions on such
applications.(Ord.4522,6-5-1995)
HEARINGS BOARD:The Shorelines Hearings Board established by the Act.Shoreline Master
Program
HEIGHT:See BUILDING HEIGHT or SIGN HEIGHT.
mGH OCCUPANCY VEIDCLE (HOY):A vehicle carrying more than a specified minimum
number of people (usually two (2)or three (3)persons).
mGB RISE:A structure exceeding seventy five feet (75')in height.Shoreline Master Program
HD...LSIDE:An inclined landform which may include one or more classes of slope:steep
(sensitive and/or protected)and non-steep (i.e.,less than twenty five percent (25%».
HILLSIDE SUBDIVISION:A subdivision in which the average slope is twenty percent (20%)
or in which any street in the subdivision has grades greater than fifteen percent (15%)at any
point.
HOME OCCUPATION:Any commercial use conducted entirely within a dwelling or accessory
structure and carried on by persons residing in that dwelling unit,but is clearly incidental and
secondary to the use of the dwelling as a residence.
HOMEOWNERS'ASSOCIATION:An incorporated nonprofit organization formed or
qualified under the laws of the State of Washington,operating under recorded land agreements
through which,(a)each land owner is automatically a member,(b)each land owner is
automatically subject to a proportionate share of the expenses for the organization's activities,
such as maintaining common property and facilities,and (c)such charge,if unpaid,becomes a
lien against the property of the land owner.
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HOTEL:A building or portion thereofdesigned or used for transient rental for sleeping
purposes.Hotel structures are at least two (2)stories in height,with lodging space above the first
floor.Lodging space may also be located on the fIrsffloor.Individual rooms are typically
accessed from a common hallway.A central kitchen and dining room and accessory shops and
services catering to the general public may be provided.Not included in this definition are multi-
family dwellings,bed &breakfasts,or motels.
HOUSEHOLD:A family living together in a single dwelling unit with common access to,and
common use of,all living,sanitation facilities,and all areas and facilities for tbe preparation,
consumption and storage of food within the dwelling unit.
HUMAN SCALE ELEMENTS:Architectural elements such as railings,windows with multiple
panes,doorways,or fences,that are scaled for human use and convey the idea of human activity
or human occupancy.
4·11-090 DEFINITIONS I:
ll.LUMlNATION,INTERNAL:A light source that is concealed or contained within a sign and
becomes visible in darkness through a translucent surface.
ll.LUMlNATION,TUBE:A light source supplied by a tube that is bent to form letters,
symbols,or other shapes.Tube illumination does not include exposed fluorescent lights.
ll'tfPACTS:The effects or consequences of actions.Environmental impacts are effects upon the
elements of the environment listed in WAC 197-11-444.
ll'tfPERVIOUS SURFACE:Any material that substantially reduces or prevents the infiltration
of stonnwater into the surface of the ground,including graveled surfaces.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
ll\fiJ'ORTED Fll.L:Earth material acquired from an off-site location for use in grading on a site.
INCOMBUSTffiLE AND NONCOMBUSTmLE MATERIAL:Shall be as defmed in the
Uniform Fire Code.
INDUSTRIAL USE:A type of land use characterized by production,manufacturing,distribution
or fabrication activities.
INDUSTRIAL USE,BEAVY:A type of land use including manufacturing processes using raw
materials,extractive land uses or any industrial uses which typically are incompatible with 'other
uses due to noise,odor,toxic chemicals,or other activities posing a hazard to public health and
safety.
INDUSTRIAL USE,LIGHT:A type ofland use including small scale or less intensive
production manufacturing,distribution or fabricating activities.May also include office and
supporting convenience retail activities.
INDUSTRIAL WASTES:See RMC4-6-100.
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INFll.L:Development that occurs on vacant land within urbanized areas.
INFILTRATION:See RMC 4-6-100.
INTERVAL:An interval is the measure of articulation -the distance before architectural
elements repeat.
4-11-100 DEFlNTIIONS J:
JAD..S,EXISTING MUNICIPAL:City-operated and owned facilities that hold criminals
serving sentences andlor suspected criminals while they are awaiting the outcome of their trials.
4-11-110 DEFINITIONS K:
KENNEL:A commercial facility for the care andlor breeding of dogs andlor cats.
KENNEL,HOBBY:A non-commercial facility for the care andlor breeding of four (4)to eight
(8)adult dogs,cats or combination of dogs and cats,older than four (4)months in age,excluding
small animal hospitals,clinics,pet shops,or grooming services.Hobby kennels are only operated
by persons residing in the primary dwelling unit on the property on which the hobby kennel is
kept.
4-11-120 DEFINITIONS L:
LABORATORIES,LIGHT MANUFACTURING:A facility in which scientific research,
investigation,testing,or experimentation occur.Manufacturing of and sale of products may also
occur.
LABORATORIES,RESEARCH,DEVEWPMENT AND TESTING:A facility in which
scientific research,investigation,testing,or experimentation occur but not including manufacture
and sale of products.
LAKES:Natural or artificial bodies of water of two (2)or more acres andlor where the deepest
part ofthe basin at low water exceeds two (2)meters (6.6 feet).Artificial bodies of water with a
recirculation system approved by the PlanninglBuildinglPublic Works Department are not.
included in this definition.
LAND CLEARING:The act of removing or destroying trees or ground cover including
grubbing of stumps and root mat.
LAND-CLEARING WASTE:Stumps,brush,tree branches,and other vegetation associated
with land clearing.
LAND DEVELOPM:ENT PERMIT:An approved preliminary or final plat for single family
residential project,a building permit,site plan,or preliminary or final planned unit development
plan.
LAND USE DECISION:A land use decision for purposes ofa land use appeal under RMC 4-8-
110,Appeals,means a final determination by a City body or officer with the highest level of
authority to make the determination,including those with authority to hear appeals on:
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A.An application for a project permit or other governmental approval required by law
before real property may be improved,developed,modified,sold,transferred or used,but
excluding applications for permits or approvals to use,vacate,or transfer streets,parks,
and other similar types of public property;excluding applications for legislative approval
such as area-wide rezones and armexations;and excluding applications for business
licenses;
B.An interpretive or declaratory decision regarding the application to a specific property of
zoning or other ordinances or rules regulating the improvement,development,
modification,maintenance,or use of real property;
C.The enforcement by the City of codes regulating improvement,development,
modification,maintenance or use of real property.However,when the City is required by
law to enforce the code in a court of limited jurisdiction,a petition may not be brought
under RMC 4-8-110.
LAND USE ELEMENT:A plan designating the location and extent of use for agriculture,
timber production,housing,commerce,industry,recreation,open spaces,public utilities,public
facilities,and other land uses as required by the Growth Management Act.
LANDFILL:Creation or maintenance of beach or creation of dry upland area by the deposit of
sand,soil,gravel or other materials into shoreline areas.Shoreline Master Program
LANDS COVERED BY WATER:Lands underlying the water areas of the state below the
ordinary high water mark,including salt waters,tidal waters,estuarine waters,natural
watercourses,lakes,ponds,artificially impounded waters,marshes,and swamps.
LANDSCAPE ARCIDTECT:A professional landscape architect licensed to practice by the
State of Washington.
LANDSCAPE BUFFER:An on~site strip abutting a property line which provides a physical,
visual,and/or noise buffer and transition between land use of varying compatibilities and/or the
street.Landscape buffers consist primarily of natural landscaping and selected hard surface
elements,when deemed appropriate by the reviewing official.
LANDSCAPED VISUAL BARRIER:Evergreen trees,and/or evergreen shrubs providing
equivalent buffering,planted to provide a year-round dense screen within three (3)years from the
time of planting.
LANDSCAPING:The installation of lawns,trees,shrubs,flowers,ground cover and similar
items to enhance a property's attractiveness,prevent erosion,improve security or for similar
purposes.
LICENSED ENGINEER:A professional engineer,licensed to practice in the State of
Washington.Shoreline Master Program
LIGHT DEFINITIONS:The following definitions are utilized in the Exterior Onsite Lighting
Regulations,RMC 4-4-075.
CUTOFF:The point at which all light rays emitted by a light source are completely
eliminated (cut off)at a specific angle above the ground.
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CUTOFF ANGLE:The angle formed by a line drawn from the direction of lightrays at
the light source and a line perpendicular to the ground from the light source,above which
no light is emitted.
CUTOFF TYPE LUMIN.AIR.E:A unit of illumination with elements such as shields,
reflectors,or refractor panels that direct and cut off the light at a cut off angle less than 90
degrees.
LIGHf TRESPASS:The shining of light produced by a light source beyond the
boundaries of the property on which it is located.
LUMINAIRE:The complete lighting unit,including the lamp,the fIXture,and other
parts.
LOADING AREA:A specially designed off-street place intended to be used by vehicles for
depositing and/or receiving passengers and goods.
LOCAL SERVICE UTILrrIES:Public or private utilities normally servicing a neighborhood,
i.e.,telephone exchanges;sewer,both storm and sanitary;distribution lines,electrical less than
fifty five (55)kv,telephone,cable TV,etc.Shoreline Master Program
LONG-RANGE WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN:See RMC 4-6-100.
LOT:A specifically described parcel of land with boundary lines defining the extent of the lot in
a given direction.
LOT:A fractional part of divided lands having fixed boundaries,being of sufficient area and
dimension to meet minimum zoning requirements for width and area.The term shall include
"tracts"or "parcels:'See LOT TYPES..
LOT COVERAGE:The horizontal area measured within the outside of the exterior walls of all
principal and accessory buildings on a lot including all covered decks and porches.
[NOTE TO COD/FIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
LOT,DEVELOPED:(This definition for RMC 4-4-130,Tree Cutting and Land Clearing
Regulations,only.)A lot or parcel ofland upon which a structure(s)is located,which cannot be
more intensely developed pursuant to the City Zoning Code,and which cannot be further
subdivided pursuant to City subdivision regulations.
LOT LJNE ADJUSTMENT:A lot line adjustment is the adjusting of common property line(s)
or boundaries between adjacent lots,tracts,or parcels for the purpose of accommodating a
transfer of land,rectifying a disputed property line location,or freeing such a boundary from any
difference or discrepancies.The resulting adjustment shall not create any additional lots,tracts or
parcels and all reconfigured lots,tracts or parcels shall contain sufficient area and dimension to
meet minimum requirements for zoning and building purposes.
LOT LINES:The property lines bounding the lot.
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LOT MEASUREMENTS:
A.Lot Depth:Depth of a lot shall be considered to be the average distance between the
foremost points of the side lot lines in front (i.e.,the points where the side lot Jines intersect with
the street right-of-way line)and the rear-most points of the side lot lines in the rear.In the case of
pipestem lots,the pipestem portion of the lot shaH be ignored for purposes of the calculation of
average depth.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
B.Lot Width:Width of a lot shall be considered to be the average distance between the
side lines connecting front and rear lot lines,except for pipestem lots,where the pipestem portion
of a lot shall be ignored for purposes of calculating the average width.
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAM ASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
LOT,PARTIALLY DEVEWPED:(This defmition for RMC 4-4-130,Tree Cutting and Land
Clearing Regulations,only.)A lot or parcel of land upon which a structure is located and which is
of sufficient area so as to be capable of accommodating increased development pursuant to the
Renton Zoning Code;or which may be subdivided in accordance with the City subdivision
regulations.
LOT TYPES:
[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
A.Lot,Corner:A lot abutting upon two (2)or more streets at their intersection,or upon
two (2)parts of the same street,such streets or parts of the same street fonning an interior angle
ofless than one hundred thirty five degrees (135°)within the lot lines.
B.Lot,Flag:A lot with access to a public road only by a private accessway less than thirty
feet (30')in width.See Lot,Pipestem.
C.Lot,Interior:A lot that generally abuts or has frontage on only one street,although on
through lots that run from one block face to another,such lots could abut two (2)streets.
D.Lot,Pipestem:A lot not meeting minimum frontage requirements.
E.Lot,Through:A lot that has both ends fronting on a street.
LOT,UNDEVELOPED:A platted lot or parcel ofland upon which no structure exists.
LOW IMPACT LAND USE:Land uses which are not likely to have a significant adverse
impact on critical areas because of the low intensity of the use,minimal levels of human activity,
limited use of machinery or chemicals,site design or arrangement of buildings and structures,
incorporation of mitigation measures,or other factors.
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LOWEST FLOOR:The lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement).An
unfmished or flood-resistant enclosure,usable solely for parking of vehicles,building access or
storage,in an area other than a basement area,is not considered a building's lowest floor;
provided,that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable
non-elevation design requirements ofRMe 4-3-0501.
4-11-130 DEFINITIONS M:
MAJOR SERVICE UTD..ITY:Public or private utilities which provide services beyond the
City's boundaries,i.e.,piPelines,natural gas,water, sewer,petroleum;electrical transmission
lines fifty five (55)lev or greater;and regional sewer or water treatment plants,etc.Shoreline
Master Program
MANUFACTURED HOME:A residential structure,transportable in one or more sections,that
is built on a pennanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a pennanent foundation
when connected to the required utilities.The tenn «manufactured home"does not include a
«recreational vehicle"or mobile home.
MANUFACTURED HOME,DESIGNATED:A residential manufactured home that meets the
following requirements:
A.It is comprised of at least two (2)fully enclosed parallel sections each not less than
twelve feet (12')wide by thirty six feet (36')long,
B.It has a composition,wood shingle,coated metal or similar roof of not less than three to
twelve (3:12)pitch,and
C.It has exterior siding similar in appearance to siding materials commonly used for
conventional site-built single family residences.
MANUFACfURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION:A parcel (or contiguous parcels)of
land "divided"into two (2)or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale.
MANUFACfURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION,EXISTING:A manufactured home
park subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the
manufactured homes are to be affixed (including,at a minimum,the installation of utilities,the
construction of streets,and either fmal site grading or the pouring of concrete pads)is completed
before the effective date of adopted floodplain management regulations.
MANUFACfURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION,NEW:A manufactured home park
or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the
manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum,the installation of utilities,the
construction of streets,and either fmal site grading or the pouring of concrete pads)is completed
on or after the effective date of adopted floodplain management regulations.
MANUFACTURING AND FABRICATION,lIEAVY:The transformation of materials or
substances into new products including construction and assembling of component parts,and the
blending of materials such as lubricating oils,plastics,resins or liquors.Heavy manufacturing and
fabrication is often characterized by need for large outdoor areas in which to conduct operations
and typically results in environmental impacts beyond their own sites.This definition includes
but is not limited to manufacture and fabrication of aircraft and aircraft parts,automotive vehicles
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and their parts,cement,brick,lime,gypsum,asphalt,and other manufacturing and fabrication
uses as detennined by the reviewing official.This defmition excludes slaughterhouses,
manufacture of shellac,varnish or turpentine,paper,pulp,rubber from crude material,refming
and/or manufacturing of petroleum by-products except as an accessory use of less than 50,000
gallons.
MANUFACfURING AND FABRICATION,LIGHT:The transfonnation of materials or
substances into new products including construction and assembling of component parts.and the
blending of materials such as lubricating oils,plastics,resins or liquors.Light manufacturing and
fabrication is characterized by the use being contained within buildings,and materials or
equipment used in production not being stored outside.Light manufacturing and fabrication
activities do not generate external emissions such as smoke,odor.noise.vibrations or other
nuisances outside the building.This defmition includes but is not limited to manufacture and
fabrication of electronic components,office products.furniture.glass products.and other
manufacturing and fabrication uses as detennined by the reviewing official.This defmition
excludes slaughterhouses,manufacture of shellac,varnish or turpentine.paper,pulp,rubber from
crude material,refining and/or manufacturing of petroleum by-products except as an accessory
use of less than 50,000 gallons.
MANUFACTURING AND FABRICATION,MEDIUM:The transformation of materials or
substances into new products including construction and assembling of component parts,and the
blending of materials such as lubricating oils,plastics,resins or liquors.Medium manufacturing
and fabrication is characterized by need for only very limited areas of outdoor storage and may
create minor external environmental impacts during the conduct of operations but most impacts
are contained on-site.This defmition includes but is not limited to manufacture and fabrication
of,alcoholic products,paints.printing ink,leather goods,and other manufacturing and fabrication
uses as detennined by the reviewing official.This definition excludes slaughterhouses,
manufacture of shellac,varnish or turpentine,paper.pulp,rubber from crude material,refming
and/or manufacturing of petroleum by-products except as an accessory use of less than 50,000
gallons.
MARINA:A facility for storing,servicing,fueling,berthing,and securing and launching of
private pleasure craft that may include the sale of fuel and incidental supplies for the boat owners,
crews,and guests.
MARINA:(This defmition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use only.)
A use providing moorage for pleasure craft,which also may include boat launching facilities,
storage.sales,and other related services.Shoreline Master Program
MARQUEE:A permanent roof structure,usually incorporating a sign,attached to and supported
by the building and projecting over public property.
MASTER PROGRAM:The comprehensive shoreline use plan for the City of Renton and the
use regulations,together with maps,diagrams,charts or other descriptive material and text,and a
statement of desired goals and standards developed in accordance with the policies enunciated in
Section 2 of the Act.Shoreline Master Program
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET:Written or printed information concerning a hazardous
material which is prepared in accordance with the provisions of29 CFR 1910.1200.
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MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT:Includes all motorized equipment used for earth moving,
trenching,excavation,gardening,landscaping,and general property maintenance exceeding
twenty seven (27)horsepower in size.
MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS:An facility providing physical or mental health services,in-
patient accommodations,and medical or surgical care ofthe sick or injured.This defmition
includes hospitals,clinics,and sanitariums.This definition excludes medical and dental offices:,
convalescent centers,retirement residences,and group homes I and ll.
MEMBRANE LINER:See RMC 4-5-120G.
MINI-MART:A small retail establishment,usually located within or associated with another
use,that offers for sale convenience goods such as food items,tobacco,periodicals and household
goods.
MITIGATION BANK:Sites that,when approved by the City,may be used for restoration,
creation and/or mitigation of wetlands altered on a different piece of property,but located within
the same drainage basin.
l\fiXED USE:A building or site with two (2)or more different uses such as residential,office,
manufacturing,retail,public or entertainment.
MOBll.E HOME:A factory-built structure,transportable in one or more sections,built on a
chassis and designed to be a dwelling without a pennanent foundation,that was constructed prior
to the enactment ofthe National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of
1974.lllis definition does not include recreational vehicles,manufactured homes,or designated
manufactured homes.
MOBILE VENDOR:Retail sale of goods from a vehicle or mobile cart.
MODULATION:A measured and proportioned inflection or setback in a building's face that
breaks up an otherwise larger flat vertical plane into multiple offset sub-elements so as to reduce
the apparent bulk.
MOORAGE:Any device or structure used to secure a vessel for temporary anchorage,but,
which is not attached to the vessels_Examples of moorage are docks or buoys.Shoreline Master
Program
MOTEL:A building or group of detached or connected buildings designed or used primarily for
providing sleeping accommodations for automobile travelers and typically having a parking space
adjacent to a sleeping accommodation.This definition excludes multi-family dwellings,bed &
breakfasts,and hotels.
MOVIE THEATER:An indoor facility for showing movies,including accessory retail sales of
food and beverages.This defmition excludes adult entertairunent businesses;entertainment
clubs;and cultural facilities.
MULTI-FAMILY:See DWELLING,MULTI-FAMILY.
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MULTIPLE-USE:The combining of Compatible uses within one development,of which the
major use or activity is water-oriented.All uses or activities other than the major one are directly
related and necessary to the major use or activity.Shoreline Master Program
4-11-140 DEFINITIONS N:
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED INDEPENDENT TESTING ORGANIZATION:See RMc
4-5-120G.
NATIVE GROWTH PROTECfION EASEl'vIENT:A restrictive area where all native,
predevelopment vegetation shall not be disturbed or removed except for removal pursuant to an
approved enhancement program.The purpose of an easement is to protect steep slopes,slopes
and/or riparian corridors.
NATIVE VEGETATION:Plant species that are indigenous to the area in question and could
reasonably be expected to have occurred on site.
NATURAL:A Shoreline Master Program land use designation identifying an area as unique and
fragile.It is intended to provide areas of wildlife sanctuary and habitat preservation.
NATURAL OUTLET:See RMC 4-6-100.
NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACfIONIRECOVERY:Land used for timber harvesting
consistent with the Forest Practices Act or silviculture,mineral extraction,or natural resource
recovery such as mining reclamation or reforestation.This definition excludes Christmas tree
fanus,nurseries,and agriculture.
NATURAL WATER SYSTEM:Any and all parts of the hydrologic cycle independent of size
and residence time.TIle meaning includes "waters of the state"as defmed in RCW 90.48.020.
NEIGHBORHOOD:A sub-area of the City in which the residents share a common identity
focused around a school,park,community business center or other feature.
NEW UNDERGROUND STORAGE FACILITY:SeeRMC 4-5-120G.
NEWS STAND:A use consisting of the retail sale of newspapers and magazines.This definition
excludes adult retail uses.
NONCONFORMING STRUCI'URE:A lawful structure that does not comply with the current
development standards (yard setbacks,lot size,lot coverage,height,etc.)for its zone,but which
complied with applicable regulations at the time it was established.Such structures mayor may
not be in compliance with other relevant building codes and regulations.
NONCONFORMING USE:A lawful use of land that does not comply with the current use
regulations (primary,secondary,conditional,etc.)for its zone,but which complied with
applicable regulations at the time the use was established.
NONSTRUCTURAL TRIM:The molding,battens,caps,nailing strips,latticing,cutouts or
letters and walkways which are attached to the sign structure.
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NO-PROTEST AGREEMENT:A restrictive covenant signed by the property owner signifying
consent to the future formation of a Local Improvement District by the City of Renton or by
property owners for constructing and paying for street improvements.
NURSERIES,BORTICULTURAL:Any land used to raise,store,or sell trees,shrubs,flowers,
and other plants for sale or for transpJanting.This definition does not include the sale of any of
the above for consumption.Associated retail space is allowed as an accessory to this use.
4-11-150 DEFINITIONS 0:
OFF-SITE SERVICES:See SERVICES,OFF-SITE
OFFICE,GENERAL:A place at which the affairs of a business,profession,service,or industry
are conducted and generally furnished with desks,tables,files and communication equipment.
This definition includes associated accessory uses including but not limited to exercise rooms and
cafeterias for use by employees and clients.This definition excludes conference centers,medical
and dental offices,veterinary offices/clinics,city government offices,other government offices
and facilities,service and social organizations,and construction/contractor's offices.
OFFICE,MEDICAL AND DENTAL:Any office used by physicians,dentists,and/or other
medical professionals to examine,diagnose,and treat patients,and to administer day-to-day
accessory office functions relating to the medical or dental practice.
ON-SITE SERVICES:See SERVICES,ON-SITE.
OPEN RECORD APPEAL:An administrative appeal to a local governmental body or officer,
including the legislative body,that creates the local government's record through testimony and
submission of evidence and information,under procedures prescribed by RMC 4-8-J 10.
OPEN SPACE:Any physical area that provides visual relief from the built environment for
environmental,scenic or recreational purposes.Open space may consist of developed or
undeveloped areas,including urban plazas,parks,pedestrian corridors,landscaping,pastures,
woodlands,greenbelts,wetlands and other natural areas,but excluding driveways,parking lots or
other surfaces designed for vehicular travel.
OPEN SPACE:(This definition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use
only.)A land area allowing view,use or passage which is almost entirely unobstructed by
buildings,paved areas,or other manmade structures.Shoreline Master Program
OPERATOR:See RMC 4-5-120G.
ORDINANCE:See RMC 4-9-070R.
ORDINARY mGH WATER MARK:On lakes and streams,that mark found by examining the
bed and banks and ascertaining where the presence and action of waters are so common and
usual,and so long continued in all ordinary years,as to mark upon the soil a character distinct
from that of the abutting upland,in respect to vegetation as that condition exists on June I,197J,
as it may naturally change thereafter,or as it may change in accordance with permits issued by
the City or State.The following criteria clarify this mark on lakes and streams:
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A.Lakes.Where the ordinary high water mark cannot be found,it shall be the line of mean
high water.
B.Streams.Where the ordinary high water mark cannot be found,it shall be the line of
mean high water.For braided streams,the ordinary high water mark is found on the banks
forming the outer limits of the depression within which the braiding occurs.Shoreline Master
Program
OUTDOOR RETAIL SALES AREAS:Specially designed areas for the retail sale of
automobiles,small trucks,vans or other similar type motor vehicles.It does not generally include
commercially licensed motor vehicles such as buses or trucks.
OUTSIDE STORAGE:See STORAGE,OUTSIDE.
OWNER:See RMC 4-5-120G.
OWNER:(For purposes of the aquifer protection regulations in RMC 4-3-050,Critical Areas
Regulations,and RMC 4-9-015,Aquifer Protection Area permits,only.)May include a duly
authoriZed agent or attorney,a purchaser,fiduciary,and/or a person having vested or contingent
interest in the property and/or facility in question.
4-11-160 DEFINITIONS P:
PARK:For purposes of the application ofsetback requirements for uses regulated by the
provisions ofRMC 4-3-010,a "park"is defined as a tract of land provided by a unit of
government to meet the active and/or passive recreational needs of people.
PARK,COMMUNITYIREGIONAL:Larger than neighborhood parks,these are designed for
organized activities and sports,although individual and family activities are also encouraged.
Where there are no neighborhood parks,the community or regional park can serve this function.
Larger parks often include one specific use or feature that makes the park unique.This definition
includes but is not limited to community and regional parks as defined by the City of Renton
Parks Plan,trails for non-motorized travel,and accessory uses nonnal and incidental to parks.
PARK,NEIGHBORHOOD:A combination playground and park designed primarily for
nonsupervised,nonorganized recreation activities.They are generally small in size.This
defmition includes but is not limited to community gardens and other accessory uses nonnal and
incidental to parks.
PARKING,OFF-SITE:Parking for a particular land use on land separate from the land on
which the use OCCUI'S.The use for parking is subject to a lease or other agreement ensuring the
perpetual use of the off-site land for parking.
PARKING,SURFACE:Open lots or grounds with at-grade parking improvements.
PARKING,TANDEM:The parking of one motor vehicle behind another,in a space two car
lengths long,but only one car length wide.
PARKING GARAGE,STRUCTURED:A building or structure which may be located above or
below ground,with stalls accessed via interior aisles,and used for temporary storage of motor
vehicles.Structured parking can be a stand~alone use or a part of a building containing other uses.
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PARKING SPACE or PARKING STALL:A parking space is any off-street space intended for
the use of temporary vehicular storage for durations of less than seventy two (72)hours with
ingress and egress to the space easily identifiable.Included in this definition are the pennanent
surface,striping,landscaping and other features required by RMC 4-4-080.
PASSIVE RECREATION:Nonorganized,low impact use such as hiking,walking,picnicking.
It does not include organized sport activities such as baseball,soccer,etc.
PAYED:Surfaced with a hard,smooth surface,usually consisting of concrete or asphalt
underlain by a subgrade of crushed rock.
PAVRMENT wmm:Width of paved driving and parking surface,including street gutters as
measured from face of curb to face of curb,or from edge of pavement where there are no curbs.
PEAK DISCHARGE:The maximum surface water runoff rate (cfs)at point of discharge,
detennined from the design stonn frequency.
PEDESTRIAN CORRIDORS:Areas designated in the Comprehensive Plan as primary routes
for pedestrian use to connect sub*areas of the City or regional trail systems,and to provide access
to public facilities.
PERFORMANCE BOND OR GUARANTEE:That security which may be accepted in lieu of
a requirement that certain improvements be made before the City Council approves the final plat,
including performance bonds,escrow agreements,and other similar collateral or surety
agreements.
PERMITfED USES:See USES.PERMIITED.
PERSON:Any person,individual,public or private corporation,firm,association,joint venture,
partnership,municipality,government agency,political subdivision,public officer,owner,lessee,
tenant,other legal entity,or any other entity whatsoever or any combination of such,jointly or
severally.
PETS,COMMON HOUSEHOLD:Dogs,cats,and other similar-sized animals,as detellJ,lined
by the Development SelVices Division Director,typically sold in pet stores.
PIER:A general tenn including docks and similar structures consisting of a ftxed or floating
platform extending from the shore over the water.Shoreline Master Program
PIPELINE:Buried pipe systems (including all pipe,pipe joints,fittings,valves,manholes,
sumps,and appurtenances that are in contact with the substance being transported)utilized for the
conveyance of hazardous materials.Pipelines include,but are not limited to,sanitary sewers,side
sewers,stonn sewers,leachate pipelines,and product pipelines.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT:(This definition for RMC 4*3*090,Shoreline Master
Program Regulations,use only.)Special contractual agreement between the developer and a
governmental body governing development of land.Shoreline Master Program
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PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD):Any development approved and developed in
accordance with the terms ofRMC 4-9-150,including a subdivision of such land,which
development may occur at one time or in phases.
PLANNING COMMISSION:That body as defmed in RCW 35.63,35A.63,or 36.70 as
designated by the legislative body to perform a planning function or that body assigned such
duties and responsibilities under a city or county charter.
PLANT ASSOClAnONS OF INFREQUENT OCCURRENCE:One or more plant species in
a landform type that,because of the rarity of the habitat or the species involved,or both,or for
other botanical or enviromnental reasons,do not often occur in King County.
PLAT:A map or representation of a subdivision,showing thereon the division of a parcel ofland
into lots,blocks,streets,and alleys or other division and dedications.
PLAT,FINAL:The final drawing of a subdivision and dedication prepared for filing for record
with the County Auditor and containing all elements and requirements set forth in this Title and
RCW 58.17..
PLAT,PRELIMINARY:A drawing of a proposed subdivision of land into 10 or more
individual lots showing the general layout of streets and alleys,lots,blocks,and other elements of
a subdivision consistent with the requirements of the City subdivision regulations and RCW
58.17.The preliminary plat shall be the basis for the approval or disapproval of the general layout
of a subdivision.
PLAT,SHORT:The division or redivision of land into nine (9)or fewer lots,tracts,parcels,
sites,or divisions for the purpose of sale,lease or transfer of ownership.
POTABLE WATER:SeeRMC 4-6-100.
POTENTIAL ANNEXATION AREAS:Areas within the Urban Growth Area that have been
designated for annexation to the City within the twenty (20)year planning horizon by agreement
with King County as required by the Countywide Planning Policies and the Growth Management
Act.
PREAPPLICATION MEETING:A conference held with a project applicant and City
representative(s)in advance of the proposed land use project application.During the conference,
the City representative(s)inform the applicant of applicable policies,plans,and requirements as
they apply to the proposed development project.
PRELIMINARY APPROVAL:The official favorable action taken on the preliminary plat of a
proposed subdivision,metes and bounds description,or dedication,by the City Council following
a duly advertised public hearing.
PRELIMINARY PLAT:See PLAT,PRELIMINARY.
PRESCHOOL:Nursery schools or kindergartens which are engaged primarily in educational
work with children and in which no child is enrolled on a regular basis for more than four hours
per day;
PRESSURE VACUUM BREAKER:See RMC 4-6-100.
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PRIMARY CONTAINMENT:See RMC 4-5-120G.
PRIORITY HABITAT AND SPECIES:Habitats and species of importance and concern as
identified by the Washington State Department of Wildlife Priority Habitat and Species Program.
"Priority habitats"are habitat types with unique or significant value to many species.An area
classified and mapped as priority habitat must have one or more of the following attributes:
A.Comparatively high fish and wildlife density.
B.Comparatively high fish and wildlife species diversity.
C.Important fish and wildlife breeding habitat.
D.Important fish and wildlife seasonal ranges.
E.Important fish and wildlife movement corridors.
F.Limited availability.
G.High vulnerability to habitat alteration.
H.Unique or dependent species.
"Priority species"are fish and wildlife species requiring protective measures and/or management
guidelines to ensure their perpetuation.
PRIVATE HYDRANT:A fire hydrant situated and maintained to provide water for flfefighting
purposes with restrictions as to use.The location may be such that it is not readily accessible for
immediate use by the fire authority for other than certain private property.
PRODUCT TIGHT:See RMC 4-5-120G.
PROJECTION:The distance by which a sign extends over public property or beyond the
building line.
PROPERTY OWNERS'ASSOCIATION:See HOMEOWNERS'ASSOCIATION
PROPONENT:See APPLICANT.
PUBLIC ACCESS:A means of physical approach to and along the shoreline available to the
general public.This may also include visual approach.Shoreline Master Program
PUBLIC FACfi..ITIES:Streets,roads,highways,sidewalks,street lighting systems,traffic
signals,domestic water systems,stonn and sanitary sewer systems,park and recreation facilities,
schools,public buildings.
PUBLIC USE SUFFIX:A mapping overlay designation used to identifY publicly owned,
operated,or leased land and facilities and the uses contained therein.
4-11-170 DEFINITIONS Q:(Reserved)
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RAll.ROAD YARDS:An area for the switching,storing,assembling,distributing,
consolidating,moving,repairing,weighing or transferring of cars,trains,engines,locomotives,
and rolling stock.
REAR YARD:See YARD REQUlREMENT.
REASONABLE USE:A legal concept that has been articulated by federal and state courts in
regulatory takings issues.
RECEIVING BODIES OF WATER:Creeks,streams,rivers,lakes,storm sewers,wetlands and
other bodies of water into which surface waters are directed,either naturally or in manmade
ditches or open and closed systems.
RECOGNIZED mGHER RISK:The handling,processing or storage of flammable,explosive,
blasting or toxic agents and their related processes andlor activities which are generally
considered as high hazard occupancy by agencies andlor publications,which include but are not
limited to the Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau,the American Insurance Association as
per its Fire Prevention Code and National Building Code,as the same may be amended from time
to time as posing a higher risk on its neighbors andlor adjacent or nearby properties natural or
manmade waterways,or which may tend to endanger environmental qualities before special
actions are taken to mitigate adverse characteristics.
RECREATION:The refreshment of body and mind through forms of play,amusement or
relaxation.The recreational experience may be active,such as boating,fishing,and swimming,or
may be passive such as enjoying the natural beauty of the shoreline or its wildlife.Shoreline
Master Program
RECREATIONAL F ACll..ITIES,INDOOR:A place designed and equipped for the conduct
of sports and leisure-time activities within an enclosed space.Examples include gymnasiums,
amusement arcades,health and fitness clubs,indoor tennis and racquetball courts,bowling alleys,
and indoor swimming pools.This definition excludes indoor sports arenas,auditoriums,and
exhibition halls.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES,OUTDOOR:A place designed and equipped for the conduct
of sports and leisure-time activities with little or no enclosed space.Examples include:private
(commercial or private club)outdoor tennis courts,private outdoor swinuning pools,batting
cages,amusement parks,miniature golf courses,golf driving ranges,and playgrounds.This
defmition excludes marinas,parks,golf courses and outdoor sports arenas.
RECREATIONAL VEmCLE:A vehicle that is:
A.Built on a single chassis;and
B.Four hundred square feet (400 sf)or less when measured at the largest horizontal
projection;and
c.Designed to be self-propelled or pennanently towable by a light duty truck;and
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D.Designed primarily not for use as a pennanent dwelling but as temporary quarters for
recreational,camping,travel,or seasonal use.
This defmition includes,but is not limited to,motor homes and travel trailers.
RECYCLABLES:Newspaper,uncoated mixed paper,aluminum,glass and metal food and
beverage containers,polyethylene terepthalate (pET #1)plastic bottles,high density polyethylene
(lIDPE #2)plastic bottles,and such other materials that the City and contractor detennine to be
recyclable.
RECYCLABLES DEPOSIT AREA:In multi-family residences,commercial,industrial and
other nonresidential development,the area(s)where recyclables will be stored.
RECYCLING COLLECTION STATION:A container or containers for the collection of
secondhand goods and recyclable materials,
RECYCLING COLLECTION AND PROCESSING CENTER:A facility where collected
recyclable items are brought for sorting,compaction,transfer,and/or processing including
changing the fonn of materials.
REFUSE:A tenn synonymous with municipal solid waste (MSW)including all accumulations
of waste matters discarded as of no further value to the owner,such as kitchen and table waste,
wrappings and small discarded containers,and small dead animals weighing not over fifteen (15)
pounds,but shall exclude all manure,sewage,large dead animals,petroleum products,cleanings
from public and private catch basins,washracks or sumps,bulk waste,recyclables,yard waste
and special or hazardous wastes.
REGULATED ACTIVITY:(For chapter 4-3 RMC,Critical Area Regulation Use only.)All
existing and proposed activities located within a regulated critical area or critical area buffer.
REGULATED SUBSTANCES:See RMC 4-5-120G,
RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS:Churches,synagogues,temples and other places where
gathering for worship is the principle purpose of the use.Typical accessory uses associated with
this use include licensed day care facilities,playground,community meeting facilities,and
private schools,rectory or convent,and offices for administration of the institution.
REMOVAL OF VEGETATION:The actual removal or causing the effective removal through
damaging,poisoning,root destruction or other direct or indirect actions resulting in the death of a
tree or other vegetation.
RENTAL UNIT:Any dwelling unit which is occupied pursuant to a lawful rental agreement,
oral or written,express or implied,which was not owned as a condominium unit or cooperative
unit on the effective date of RMC 4-9-040,Condominium Conversion Regulations.A dwelling
unit in a converted building for which there has been no acceptance of an offer of sale as of 10-
15-1979 shall be considered a rental unit.
REPAm or MAINTENANCE:An activity that restores the character,scope,size,or design of
a serviceable area,structure,or land use to its previously existing,authorized and undamaged
condition.Activities that change the character,size,or scope of a project beyond the original
design are not included in this definition.
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RESTRICTIVE COVENANT:A restriction on the use of land set forth in a fonnal binding
agreement running with the land and binding upon sUbsequent owners of the property.
RETAlL,BIG-BOX:A single indoor retail or wholesale user who occupies no less than 75,000
square feet of gross floor area,typically requires high parking to building area ratios,and has a
regional sales market.Big-box retaiVwholesale sales can include,but are not limited to,
membership warehouse clubs that emphasize bulk sales,discount stores,and department stores.
This defmition does not include auto sales,outdoor retail sales,and adult retail uses.
RETAIL SALES:Establishments within a pennanent structure of less than 75,000 square feet
engaged in selling goods or merchandise to the general public for personal or household
consumption and rendering services incidental to the sale of such goods.This defmition excludes
adult retail uses,vehicle sales,big-box retail,outdoor retail sales,eating and drinking
establishments,and taverns.
RETAIL SALES,OUTDOOR:The display and sale of products and services primarily outside
of a building or structure,including but not limited to garden supplies,tires and motor oil,
produce sales,farmers'markets,manufactured homes,burial monuments,building and landscape
materials,and lumber yards.This definition excludes adult retail uses,or vehicle sales.
RETIREMENT RESIDENCE:A building or group of buildings which provide residential
facilities,including a common kitchen and dining room but without full kitchen facilities (sink,
oven or range,and refrigerator)in each unit,for residents sixty two (62)or more years in age,
except for spouses for whom there is no minimum age requirement.This defmition excludes
multi-family (attached)dwelling units,boarding and lodging houses,convalescent facilities,adult
family homes,and group homes I and IT.
ROADWAY:That portion of a street intended for the accommodation of vehicular traffic,
generally within curb lines.
ROOFS,PITCHED:A shed,gabled or hipped roof having a slope or pitch of at least one foot
(I')rise for each four feet (41 of horizontal distance in the direction ofthe slope or pitch of the
roof.
ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT:Tree and other vegetation management
undertaken as part of a regularly scheduled program of maintenance and repair of property.
4-11-190 DEFINITIONS S:
SALESIMARKETING TRAD..ERS,ONSITE:Trailers used for temporary on-site sales and
marketing of developments and/or construction sites.
SCHOOLS/STUDIOS,ARTS AND CRAFTS:Schools and studios for education in various
arts and crafts including but not limited to photography,dance,music,and language skills.
SECONDARY CONTAINMENT:See RMC 4-5-120G.
SEGREGATION:Division of land into lots or tracts each of which is one-one hundred twenty
eighth (1/128)of a section ofland or larger,or five (5)acres or larger if the land is not capable of
description as a fraction of a section ofland.
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SENSITIVE AREAS:See CRITICAL AREAS.
SEPA:The State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 (chapter 43.21C RCW).
SERVICE AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS:An incorporated or unincorporated
nongovernmental or private association of persons organized for social,education,literary or
charitable purposes.This defmition also includes community meeting halls,philanthropic
institutions,private clubs,fraternal or nonprofit organizations,and social service organizations.
This definition excludes religious institutions and offices,and government facilities.
SERVICEABLE:Presently usable.
SERVICES,OFF-SITE:Establishments primarily engaged in providing individual or
professional services at the customer's home or place of business.Examples of off-site services
include,but are not limited to,temporary employment services,janitorial services,and
professional house cleaner services.This defmition excludes service and social organizations and
on-site services.
SERVICES,ON-SITE:Establishments primarily engaged in providing individual or
professional services within the place of business,such as beauty and barber shops,retail laundry
and dry-cleaning including coin~operated,gannent alterations and repair,photo studios,shoe
repair,pet grooming,photography and photo reproduction, real estate offices,personal
accountants,entertainment media rental or other indoor rental services,and repair of personal or
household items,except for vehicle repair.This definition excludes adult retail uses,service and
social organizations,and off-site services.
SETBACK:The minimum required distance b~tween the building footprint and the property
line.
SETBACK:(For purposes ofthe Shoreline Master Program.)A required open space specified in
the Shoreline Master Program,measured horizontally upland from and perpendicular to the
ordinary high water mark.Shoreline Master Program
SETBACK LJNE,LEGAL:The line established by ordinance beyond which no building may
be built.
SEWAGE:See RMC 4-6-100.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL AND TREATMENT PLANTS:A facility designed for the collection,
removal,treatment,and disposal of waterborne sewage.This defmition excludes disposal
facilities.
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT:See RMC 4-6-100.
SEWAGE WORKS:See RMC 4-6-100.
SEWER:See RMC 4-6-100.
SEWER,BUILDING:See RMC 4-6-100.
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SEWER,PUBLIC:See RMC 4-6-100.
SEWER,SANITARY:See RMC 4-6-100.
SHOPPJNG CENTER:A group of buildings,structures and/or uncovered commercial areas,or
a single building containing four (4)or more individual commercial establislunents,planned,
developed and managed as a unit related in location and type of shops to the trade areas that the
unit serves.
SBORELAND OR SHORELAND AREAS:Those lands extending landward for two hundred
feet (200')in all directions,as measured on a horizontal plane from ordinary high water mark;
floodways and contiguous floodplain areas landward two hundred feet (200')from such
floodways;and all marshes,bogs,swamps,and river deltas,associated with streams,lakes and
tidal waters which are subject to the provisions of the State Shorelines Management Act.For
purposes of detennining jurisdictional area,the boundary will be either two hundred feet (200')
from the ordinary high water mark,or two hundred feet (200')from the floodway,whichever is
greater.
SHORELINES:All of the water areas of the State regulated by the City of Renton,including
reservoirs,and their associated shorelands,together with the lands underlying them,except:
A.Shorelines of statewide significance.
B.Shorelines on segments of streams upstream of a point where the mean arumal flow is
twenty (20)cubic (eet per second or less and the wetlands associated with such upstream
segments.
C.Shorelines on lakes less than twenty (20)acres in size and wetlands associated with such
small lakes.
SHORELINES OF STATEWIDE SIGNIFICANCE:Those shorelines described in RCW
90.58.030(2)(e).
SHORELINES OF THE STATE:The total of all "shorelines"and "shorelines of statewide
significance"regulated by the City of Renton.Shoreline Master Program
SHORT PLAT:The map or representation of a short subdivision.See PLAT,SHORT.
SHORT SUBDIVISION:See PLAT,SHORT.
SIDE SEWER:See RMC 4-6-100.
SIDE SEWER STUB:See RMC 4-6-100.
SIDE YARD:See YARD REQUIREMENT.
SIDEWALK:A concrete walkway separated from the roadway by a curb,planting strip or
roadway shoulder.
SIGHT TRIANGLE:See CLEAR VISION AREA.
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SIGN:Any medium,including merchandise,its-structure and component parts,that is used or
intended to be used to attract attention to the subject matter for advertising purposes.Signs do not
include sculptures,wall paintings,murals,collages,and other design features detennined to be
public art by the City.
[NOTE TO COD/FIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
SIGN,A-FRAME:See SIGN,PORTABLE.
SIGN,ANIMATED:A sign with action or motion,flashing or color changes requiring electrical
energy,electronic or manufactured source of supply,but not including revolving signs or wind
actuated elements such as flags or banners.
SIGN AREA:A measurement of the total area of a sign visible from anyone viewpoint or
direction,excluding the sign support structure,architectural embellishments,or,framework that
coQtains no written copy,or does not fonn part of the sign proper or of the display.Freestanding
letters or characters,where no background is specially provided,shall be measured by
detennining the smallest rectangle or polygon that encloses the extreme limits of the shapes to be
used.
SIGN,COMBINATION:Any sign incorporating any combination of the features of pole.
projecting and roof signs.
SIGN,ELECTRIC:Any sign containing or utilizing electrical wiring,but not including signs
illuminated by an exterior light source.
SIGN,ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARD:Signs whose alphabetic.pictographic,or
symbolic infonnational content can be changed or altered on a fixed display screen composed of
electrically illuminated segments.
SIGN,FREESTANDING:A sign wholly supported by a sign structure in the ground.
SIGN,GROUND:A type of freestanding sign,other than a freestanding pole sign.in which the
sign is in contact with or close to the ground.has a solid base anchor.and is independent of any
other structure.
SIGN HEIGHT:Measured as the distance from grade.unless otherwise designated.to the top of
the sign or sign structure.
SIGN.ON-PREMISES:A sign which displays only advertising copy strictly incidental to tbe
lawful use of the premises on which it is located.including signs or sign devices indicating the
business transacted at.services rendered.goods sold or produced on the inunediate premises.
name of the business.person.finn or corporation occupying the premises.
SIGN,POLITICAL:Signs advertising a candidate or candidates for public.elective office or a
political party,or signs urging a particular vote or action on a public issue decided by ballot
whether partisan or nonpartisan.
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SIGN,PORTABLE:A sign not pennanently affixed which is designed for or capable of
movement.except for those signs explicitly designed for people to carry on their persons or
which are pennanently affixed to motor vehicles..
SIGN,A-FRAl\1E:A nonilluminated type of portable sign comprised of hinged panels
configured in the shape of the alphabetic letter "A."These signs contact the ground but not are
not anchored to the ground and are independent of any other structure.
SIGN,PROJECTING:A sign other than a wall sign which projects from and is supported by a
wall or a building or structure,and does not extend above any adjacent parapet or roof of the
supporting building.
SIGN,ROOF:A sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a building or structure.
SIGN STRUCTURE:Any structure which supports or is capable of supporting any sign as
defined in this Title.A sign structure may be a single pole and may not be an integral part of the
building.
SIGN,TEMPORARY:Any sign,banner,or advertising display constructed of cloth,canvas,
light fabric,cardboard,wallboard or other light materials,with or without frames,or advertising
device intended to be displayed only for a limited period oftime including the following types of
signs:
A.Advertising Device:Balloons,flags,inflatable statuary and figures,light strings,
pennants/streamers,portable readerboards,searchlights,wind~animated devices,and similar
devices of a carnival nature.
B.Balloon:A spherical,flexible,nonporous bag inflated with air or gas lighter than air,
such as helium,and intended to float in the air.
C.Banner:Any sign of lightweight fabric or similar material that is mounted to a pole
andlor building by any means.National flags,state or municipal flags,holiday flags,or the
official flag of any institution or business shall not be considered banners.A banner is not defmed
by shape and may be square,rectangular,round,triangular/pennant shaped,etc.
1.Banner,Pole Bung:A banner attached at its top and bottom to a pole or light
standard by extensions from the pole.
2.Banner,PolelWall Strung:A banner attached at its top and bottom comers
strung between buildings,poles,andlor light standards.
3.Banner,Wall Bung:A banner attached to a building and where the banner lies
flat against the building surface at all times.
D.Devices of a Carnival Nature:All temporary signs,advertising devices,lights,and
other means of attracting attention,which are commonly associated with carnival settings,and
which are not otherwise specifically identified in the Renton Municipal Code.Fabric or plastic
bunting shall be considered one type of carnival device.
E.Flag:A piece of cloth or plastic,supported by a vertical or horizontal staff,which is
intended to flutter in the wind.
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F.Inflatable Statuary:An advertising device that is inflated and the likeness of an animate
or inanimate object or cartoon figure is used to attract attention,advertise,promote,market,or
display goods andlor services.
G.Manual Message Board:Any sign that is designed so that characters,letters,or
illustrations can be changed or rearranged by hand without altering the face or the surface of the
sign.
H.Pennant/Streamer:An individual object and/or series of small objects made of
lightweight plastic,fabric,or other material,which mayor may not contain text,which is
suspended from andlor twined around a rope,wire,or string.
I.Readerboards,Portable:A sign which is self-supporting but not pennanently attached
to the ground or building and can be moved'from one location to another and is typically
internally illuminated.Portable readerboards are also known as "trailer signs."
J.Sign,Rigid Portable:A sign which is not permanently affixed and designed for or
capable of movement.Those signs explicitly designed for people to carry on their persons or
which are permanently affixed to motor vehicles are considered to be rigid portable signs.A rigid
portable sign is not considered to be a portable readerboard or "trailer sign."
K.Sign,Window:Any sign,temporary or permanent,designed to communicate
information about an activity,business,commodity,event,sale,or service,that is placed inside a
window.Interior display of merchandise for sale,including accessory mannequins and other
props,shall not be considered window signs.
L.Wind-Animated Object:Any device,e.g.,windsocks,pinwheels,whirligigs,etc.,whose
primary movements are caused by the wind or atmospheric conditions,attached by a tether.A
balloon or inflatable statuary,with or without moveable parts,is not considered a wind-animated
object.
SIGN,TRADITIONAL MARQUEE:A sign typically associated with movie theaters,
performing arts theaters,and theatrical playhouses.The sign is attached flat against and parallel to
the surface of a marquee structure.In addition,a changeable copy area is included where
characters,letters,or illustrations can be changed or rearranged without altering the face or the
surface of the sign.
SIGN,UNDER MARQUEE:A lighted or unlighted display attached to the underside of a
marquee protruding over public or private sidewalks.Under marquee signs may also be called
"under awning"or "under canopy"signs.
SIGN,WALL:Any sign painted,attached or erected against the wall of a building or structure,
with the exposed face of the sign in a plane parallel to the plane of said wall.In order to be
considered a wall sign,a sign may not extend above any adjacent parapet or the roof of the
supporting building.
SIGNIFICANT #2 RATING:A rating assigned to wetlands in King County that are greater than
one acre in size;equal to or less than one acre in size and having a forested vegetation class;or
the presence of heron rookeries or raptor nesting trees.
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SINGLE-WALLED:See RMC 4-5-120G.
SITE PLAN:A detailed plan drawing,prepared to scale,showing accurate boundaries of a site
and the location of all buildings,structures,uses,and principal site development features
proposed for a specific parcel of land.
SWPE:An inclined ground surface the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal
distance to vertical distance,which may be regulated or Wlfegulated.
SLOPE,STEEP:A hillside,or portion thereof,which falls into one of two classes of slope,
sensitive or protected.
(1)Slope,Protected:A hillside,or portion thereof,with an average slope,as identified in
the City of Reoton Steep Slope Atlas or in a method approved by the City,of forty percent (40010)
or greater grade and having a minimum vertical rise aftifieen feet (l5').
(2)Slope,Sensitive:A hillside,or pertion thereof,characterized by:(1)an average slope,as
identified in the City of Renton Steep Slope Atlas or in a method approved by the City,of twenty
five percent (25%)to less than forty percent (40%);or (2)an average slope,as identified in the
City of Renton Steep Slope Atlas or in a method approved by the City,of forty percent (40%)or
greater with a vertical rise of less than fifteen feet (15'),abutting an average slope,as identified in
the City of Renton Steep Slope Atlas or in a method approved by the City,of twenty five percent
(25%)to forty percent (40%).This defmition excludes engineered retaining walls.
SMP:City of Renton's Shoreline Master Program.
SOIL ENGINEER:A licensed civil engineer experienced and knowledgeable in the practice of
soil engineering.
SOIL ENGINEERING:The application of the principles of soil mechanics in the investigation,
evaluation and design of civil works involving the use of earth or other materials and the
inspection and testing of the construction thereof.
SOIL ENGINEERING REPORT:A report including data regarding the nature,distribution,
and strength of existing soils,conclusions and recommendations for grading procedures and
design criteria for corrective measures when necessary,and options and reconunendations
covering adequacy of sites to be developed by the proposed grading.
SOLID WASTE:Shall be defined as per Minimal Functional Standards for Solid Waste
Handling,WAC 173-304-100(73).
SPECIFIED ANATOMICAL AREAS:
A.Less than completely and opaquely covered human genitals,anus,pubic region,buttock,
or female breast below a point immediately above the top of the areola;or
B.Human male genitals in a discernibly turgid state,even if completely and opaquely
covered.
SPECIFIED SEXUAL ACTIVITIES:
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A.Human genitals in a state of sexual stimulation or arousal;
B.Acts of human masturbation,sexual intercourse,sodomy,oral copulation,or bestiality;
c.Fondling or other erotic touching of human genitals,pubic region,buttocks,or female
breasts,whether clothed or unclothed,of oneself or of one person by another;or
D.Excretory functions as part of or in connection with any of the activities set forth in this
definition.
SPORTS ARENAS,AUDITORIUMS,AND EXHIllITION HALLS,INDOOR:A large
enclosed facility used for professional,semi-professional spectator sports,arena concerts,
expositions,and other large-scale public gatherings.This definition includes stadiums,concert
halls,auditoriums,exhibition halls,and accessory eating and drinking establishments.This
defmition excludes sports arenas or stadiums associated with schools,cultural facilities,movie
theaters,and entertainment clubs.
SPORTS ARENAS,OUTDOOR:A large outdoor facility used for professional,semi-
professional spectator sports,arena concerts,and other large-scale public gatherings.This
defmition includes but is not limited to stadiums,concert arenas,and accessory eating and
drinking establishments.This defmition excludes sports arenas or stadiums associated with
schools,cultural facilities,movie theaters,and entertainment clubs.
STABLES,COMMERCIAL:A land use on which equines are kept for sale or hire to the
public.Breeding,boarding,or training of equines may also be conducted.
STACKING SPACE:The space specifically designated as a waiting area for vehicles whose
occupants will be patronizing a drive4hrough business.Such space is considered to be located
directly alongside a drive-in window,facility or entrance used by patrons and in lanes leading up
to the business establishment.
START OF CONSTRUCfION:Includes substantial improvement and means the date the
building permit was issued;provided,the actual start of construction,repair,reconstruction,
placement or other improvement was within one hundred eighty (180)days of the permit date.
The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a
site,such as the pouring of slab or footings,the installation of piles,the construction of columns,
or any work beyond the stage of excavation;or the placement of a manufactured home on a
foundation.Permanent construction does not include land preparation,such as clearing,grading
and filling;nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways;nor does it include
excavation for a basement,footings,piers,or foundation or the erection of temporary forms;nor
does it include the installation on the property as accessory buildings,such as garages or sheds
not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure.For a substantial improvement,
the actual start of construction means the first alteration of any wall,ceiling,floor,or other
structural part of a building,whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the
building.
STORAGE,BULK:The holding or stockpiling on land of material andlor products where such
storage constitutes forty percent (40%)ofthe developed site area and the storage area is at least
one acre,and where at least three (3)of the following criteria are met by the storage activity:
1.In a bulk form or in bulk containers;
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2.Under protective cover to the essential exclusion of other uses of the same space due to
special fixtures or exposed to the elements;
3.In sufficient numbers,quantities or spatial allocation of the site to detennine and rank
such uses as the principal use of the site;.
4.The major function is the collection and/or distribution of the material and/or products
rather than processing;and
5.The presence of fixed bulk containers or visible stockpiles for a substantial period of a
year.
Bulk storage facilities include,but are not limited to:
I.Automobile holding and transfer depots.
2.Brick or tile storage and manufacturing.
3.Concrete block and products storage and manufacturing.
4.Contractor equipment yards.
5.Equipment or machinery of the stationary type not in use,not mounted on necessary
foundations or connected as required when during use,not designated and used as
portable,and not stored in a warehouse.This includes operable motor vehicles or
wheeled equipment used only periodically where storage durations exceedthose provided
for parking lots as defined in RMC 4-4-080,Parking,Loading and Driveway
Regulations.
6.Foundries.
7.Fuel yards,wholesale.
8.Grain or feed sites,elevators,or the open storage of grain and feed.
9.Log,random cut and chipped wood by-products storage.
10.Lumber mills and wholesalers.
11.Sand and gravel yards including sizing,transfer and loading equipment when present.
12.Scrap or junk yards and wrecking yards.
13.Solid waste holding and disposal areas.
14.Tank fanns including distribution and loading systems.
Bulk storage facilities excluded:
I.Land banks,greenbelts,watersheds or public water reservoirs.
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2.Parking lots or structures for private licensed automobiles.
3.Ship yards.
4.Warehouses alone or in conjunction with manufacturing on the site and when not
including any of the uses listed above in items 1 through 14.
5.Facilities for storage of petroleum or any of its by-products,for use incidental to the
primary use of the property (e.g.,heating,boiler or vehicular fuel or lubricants).
6.Retail service stations.
7.Retail sales lots for new or used automobiles.
STORAGE,HAZARDOUS MATERIAL,ON-SITE OR OFF-SITE,INCLUDING
TREATMENT:A facility engaged in storage of materials,produced on-site or brought from
another site,that are inflammable,explosive,or that present hazards to the public health,safety,
and welfare including all substances and materials as defined wtder hazardous materials,
hazardous substances,and hazardous waste.
STORAGE,INDOOR:A use engaged in the storage of goods andlor materials characterized by
infrequent pick-up and delivery,and located within a building.The definition excludes
hazardous material storage,self-service storage,warehousing and distribution,and vehicle
storage.
STORAGE,OUTDOOR:A use engaged in outdoor storage,wholesale,sales,rental,and
distribution of products,supplies,and equipment.nus definition excludes hazardous material
storage,warehousing and distribution,and vehicle storage.
STORAGE,SELF-SERVICE:A building or group of buildings consisting of individual,self-
contained units leased to individuals,organizations,or businesses for self-service storage of
personal property.This defmition excludes indoor storage,warehousing,outdoor storage,and
hazardous material storage.
STORAGE,VEIDCLE :An indoor or outdoor area for parking or holding of motor vehicles
and boats or wheeled equipment for more than seventy two (72)hours.This definition excludes
vehicle sales,vehicle rental,body shops,tow truck operation/auto impoundment yard,auto
wrecking yard,outdoor storage,and indoor storage.
STORM SEWER and STORM DRAIN:A sewer which carries stonn surface water,subsurface
water and drainage.See RMC 4-6-100.
STORY:That portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the
upper surface of the floor above,except that the topmost story shall be that portion of a building
included between the upper surface of the topmost floor and the ceiling or roof above.If the
finished floor level directly above a usable or wtused wtder-floor space is more than 6 feet above
grade for more than 50 percent of the total perimeter or is more than 12 feet above grade at any
point,such usable or wtused wtder-fIoor space shall be considered as a story.
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{NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAM ASSOCIATED WI11l DEFINmON
ABOVE]
STORY,FIRST:The lowest story in a building that qualifies as a story,as defined herein,
except that a floor level in a building having only one floor level shall be classified as a first
story,provided such floor level is not more than 4 feet below grade for more than 50 percent of
the total perimeter,or not more than 8 feet below grade at any point.
STREAM,CREEK,RIVER,OR WATERCOURSE:Any portion of a channel,bed,bank,or
bottom wateIWard of the ordinary high water mark in which fish may spawn,reside,or through
which they may pass,and tributary waters with defined beds or bank:which influence the quality
of fish habitat downstream.This includes watercourses which flow on an intermittent basis or
which fluctuate in level during the year,and applies to the entire bed of such watercourse whether
or not the water is at peak level.This definition does not include irrigation of ditches,canals,
stormwater runoff devices,or"other entirely"artificial watercourses,except where they exist in a
natural watercourse which has been altered by humans or except where there are salmonids.Refer
also to RMC 4-3-050B6.
STREAM ALTERATION:The relocation or change in the flow of surface water runoff flowing
in a natural or modified channel.
STREET,ARTERIAL:Streets intended for higher traffic volumes and speeds as designated by
the PlanningIBuildinglPublic Works Department.
STREET,COLLECTOR:A street providing access with higher traffic volumes than a typical
Residential,Commercial,or Industrial Access Street.Collector streets are designated by the
PlanninglBuildinglPublic Works Department.
STREET,COMMERCIAL ACCESS:A non-arterial street providing access to commercial
land uses.
STREET FRONTAGE:(For purposes of sign regulations.)Business directly abutting a public
right-of-way affording direct access to the business,or having a parking lot used by one business
which fronts directly on and gaining vehicular access from the public right-of-way.
STREET,INDUSTRIAL ACCESS:A non-arterial street providing access to industrial land
uses.
STREET,RESIDENTIAL ACCESS:A non-arterial street providing access to residential land
uses,and not designated as a collector street by the PlanningfBuildinglPublic Works Department.
STRUCTIJRE:That which is built or constructed,an edifice or building of any kind,or any
piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.
STRUCfURE:(This definition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use
only.)A combination of materials constructed or erected on the ground or water or attached to
something having a location on the ground or water.Shoreline Master Program
SUBDIVISION:The division or redivision ofland into lots,tracts,parcels,sites or divisions for
the purpose of sale,lease,or transfer of ownership.See also PLAT and PLAT,SHORT.
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SUBDIVISION:(This definition for RMe 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use
only.)A parcel ofland divided into two (2)or more parcels.Shoreline Master Program
SUBDIVISION,PHASED:A subdivision which is developed in increments over a period of
time.Preliminary plat approval must be granted for the entire subdivision and must delineate the
separate divisions which are to be developed in increments.The preliminary plat approval shall
be conditioned upon completion of theproposed phases in a particular sequence and may specify
a completion date for each phase.Final plat approval shall be granted for each separate phase of
the preliminary plat and any changes at the preliminary plat stage would require Council
approval.
SUBJECf PROPERTY:The tract of land which is the subject of the pennit and/or approval
action.
SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE:Damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of
restoring the structure to its before damaged condition would equal or exceed fifty percent (50%)
of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred.
SUBSTANfIAL DEVELOPMENT:Any development of which the total cost or fair market
value exceeds two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500.00)or any development which
materially interferes with the nonnal public use of the water or shoreline of the State.Exeffiptions
in RCW 90.58.030(3Xe)and in RMC 4-9-l90C are not considered substantial developments.
SUBSTANTlAL DEVELOPMENT PERMlT:The shoreline management substantial
development pennit provided for in Section 14 ofthe Shoreline Management Act of 1971 (Rew
90.58.140).Shoreline Master Program
SUBSTANTIAL EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS:Physical improvements,such as residential
and/or conunercial structures and their accessory structures,that have a reasonable remaining
economic life as indicated by their assessed valuation.
SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT:Any repair,reconstruction,or improvement of a structure,
the cost of which equals or exceeds fifty percent (50%)of the market value of the structure either:
I.Before the improvement or repair is started,or
2.If the structure has been damaged and is being restored,before the damage occurred.For
the pwposes of this definition "substantial improvement"is considered to occur when the
first alteration of any wall,ceiling,floor,or other structural part of the building
commences,whether or nor that alteration affects the external dimensions of the
structure.
The term does not,however,include either:
I.Any project for improvement of a structure to comply with existing State or local health,
sanitary,or safety code specifications which are solely necessary to assure safe living
conditions,or
2.Any alteration of a structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places or a State
lnventory of Historic Places.
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SUBTENANT:A person in possession of rental unit through the tenant with the knowledge and
consent,express or implied,of the owner.
SURVEY STANDARDS:City of Reo ton Survey Standards as adopted by the
PlanningfBuildingl Public Works Department.
4-11-200 DEFINITIONS T:
TANK VEIDCLE:A vehicle other than a railroad tank car or boat,with a cargo tank:mounted
thereon or built as an integral part thereof used for the transportation of flammable or combustible
liquids,LP-gas,or hazardous chemicals.Tank vehicles include self-propelled vehicles and full
trailers and semi-trailers,with or without motive power,and carrying part or all of the load.
TAVERN:An establishment used primarily for the serving of liquor by the drink to the general
public that holds a Washington State tavern license.Establishments in this category limit their
dedicated dining area to less than 15%of the total establishment and restrict entry to the premises
to persons 21 years of age and older.This definition excludes restaurants,cafes,fast-food
establishments,microbreweries with restaurants,and espresso stands.
TAXI STAND:A facility for pick-up and drop-off of taxi patrons,typically characterized by an
area for queuing passengers and taxis.
TEMPORARY OR MANUFACfURED BUILDINGS USED FOR CONSTRUCfION:
Construction site buildings housing the office of construction/development management and sales
staff for duration of construction.
TEMPORARY USE:A use oflimited term.Temporary uses may be established under special
circumstances for some temporary time period.
TENANf:Any person who occupies or has a leasehold interest in a rental unit under a lawful
rental agreement whether oral or written,express or implied.
TERRACE:A relatively level step constructed in the face of a graded slope surface for drainage
and maintenance purposes.
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE (TLV):The concentration of certain airborne materials
representing conditions under which it is believed and adopted by the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGlli)that nearly all workers may "be repeatedly exposed
day after day without adverse effects.
TOE OF SLOPE:A point or line at the low point of a natural slope or slope created through an
excavation or cut where the lower sudace changes to horizontal or meets the existing ground
surface.The toe of a slope may be a distinct topographic break in slope gradient or the point in
which the lower most limit of a steep slope is inclined at less than the gradient of that steep slope
for a horizontal distance of a minimum of twenty five feet (25').
TOP OF SLOPE:A point or line on the upper surface ofa natural slope or slope created through
an excavation or cut where it changes to horizontal or meets the existing ground surface.The top
of a slope may be a distinct topographic break in slope gradient or the point in which the upper
most limit of a steep slope is inclined at less than the gradient of that steep slope for a horizontal
distance of a minimum of twenty five feet (25').
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A.Top of Excavation or Cut:The upper surface point where the excavation meets the
original ground surface.
B.Top of Embankment:The upper surface point or line to which the side slope changes to
horizontal or meets original ground surface.
TOW TRUCK OPERATION/AUTO IMPOUNDMENT YARD:A facility that dispatches
tow trucks for hire with associated automotive storage area for impounded vehicles.
TOWNHOUSES:See DWELLING,MULTI·FAMILY.
TOXIC SUBSTANCE:Those materials listed and documented by the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGlli).
TRADE OR VOCATIONAL SCHOOL:A school that provides post secondary education
including industrial and technical processes and may include continuing education courses as an
accessory use.This definition does not include arts and crafts schools/studios,or other higher
education institutions such as colleges,universities,or professional schools.,
TRAILER,TRAVEL:See Recreational Vehicle.
TRANSIT CENTER:Any facility designed for accommodating large numbers of public
transportation passengers to wait,board,and disembark at the intersection of multiple transit
routes.
TRANSPORTATION MANAGEl\1ENT PLAN:A plan developed by the occupant ofa
building or land use,or by the developer of a proposed project,designed to provide mechanisms
for reducing the vehicle demand generated by an existing or proposed land use.
TREE:Any living woody plant characterized by one main stem or trunk.and many branches and
having a caliper of six inches (6")or greater,or a multi-stemmed trunk.system with a defmitely
fonned crowt:l.
TREE CUTfING:The actual removal of the aboveground plant material of a tree through
chemical,manual or mechanical methods.
TREE TRIMl't1ING:The pruning of the tree in order to reduce the canopy of the tree provided
that no more than forty percent (40%)of the live crown shall be removed during any pruning.
TRUCK TERMINALS:A building or area in which semitrailers,including tractor and/or trailer
units and other trucks are parked,stored for 72 hours or less,and dispatched.This facility may
include incidental servicing and washing facilities.
,
4-11-210 DEFINITIONS U:
UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS:The adopted edition of the Unifonn Building
Code Standards,published by the International Conference of Building Officials.
UNDERWRITERS'LABORATORIES:The Underwriters'Laboratories,Inc.
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UNAUTHORIZED RELEASE:Any spilling,"leaking,emitting,discharging,escaping,
leaching,or disposing of a hazardous material into the air,into groundwater,surface water,
surface soils or subsurface soils.Unauthorized release does not include:intentional withdrawals
of hazardous materials for the purpose of legitimate sale,use or disposal;and discharges
permitted under Federal,State or local law.
UNAUTHORIZED RELEASE,UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK:See RMC 4-5-1200.
UNDERGROUND STORAGE FACILITY:See RMC 4-5-120G.
UNlFORM BUILDING CODE:The adopted edition of the Uniform Building Code,published
by the International Conference of Building Officials.
UNIQUE AND FRAGILE AREAS:Those portions of the shoreline which (1)contain or
substantially contribute to the maintenance pf endangered or valuable forms of life and (2)have
unstable or potentially hazardous topographic,geologic or hydrologic features (such as steep
slopes,marshes).Shoreline Master Program
UNIQUE/OUTSTANDING #1 RATING:A rating assigned to wetlands in King County which
have species that are listed as endangered or threatened,or the presence of critical or outstanding
habitat for those species;wetlands having forty to sixty percent (40%to 60%)pennanent open
water in dispersed patches with two (2)or more vegetation classes;wetlands equal to or greater
than ten (10)acres in size and having three (3)or more wetland classes,one of which is open
water;or the presence of plant associations of infrequent occurrence.
URBAN:A Shoreline Master Program land use designation identifying an area for high intensity
land uses.It is suitable for those areas presently subjected to extremely intensive land use
pressures,as well as areas planned to accommodate future intensive urban expansion.
URBAN GROWTH AREAS:Areas designated by a city and county for urban development
over the next twenty (20)years as required by the Growth Management Act beyond which urban
.growth should not occur.
USED:The word "used"in the definition of "Adult Motion Picture Theater"herein describes a
continuing course of conduct of-exhibiting "specific sexual activities"and "specified anatomical
areas"in a manner which appeals to a prurient interest.
USE:
A.Uses,Permitted:Land uses allowed outright within a zone.Uses accessory to pennitted
uses are treated in RMC 4-11-010 AND 4-2-050.
B.Uses,Prohibited:Any such use not specifically enumerated or interpreted as allowable
in that district.See RMC 4-2-050.
C.Uses,Residential:Developments where persons reside including but not limited to
single family dwellings,apartments,and condominiums.Shoreline Master Program
D.Uses,Unclassified:A use which does not appear in a list of pennitted,conditional,or
accessory uses,but which is interpreted by the Responsible Official,as similar to a listed
pennitted,conditional,or accessory use and not otherwise prohibited.See RMC 4-2-050.
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UTILITIES:Utility lines and facilities related to the provision,distribution,collection,
transmission or disposal of water,storm and sanitary.sewage,oil,gas,power,and telephone
cable,and includes facilities for the genemtion of electricity.This defmition does not include
sewage wastewater treatment plants,wireless communication facilities,or solid waste
disposal/recycling facilities.
A.Utilities,Large:Large scale facilities with'either major above-ground visual impacts,or
serving a regional need such as two hundred thirty (230)lev power transmission lines,natural gas
transmission lines,and regional water storage tanks and reservoirs,regional water transmission
lines or regional sewer collectors and interceptors.
B.Utilities,Medium:Moderate scale facilities serving the City,including sub-regional
switching stations (one hundred fifteen (I 15)lev and smaller).and municipal sewer,water.and
stonn water facilities not included in a Council-adopted utility system plan.
C.Utilities.Small:Small scale facilities serving local areas within the City,including
underground power lines,water.sewer.and stann water facilities included within a Council-
adopted utility system plan,fiber optic cable,pump stations and hydrants.switching boxes.and
other structures nonnally found in a street right-of-way to serve adjacent properties.
UTll.ITY STANDARDS:For purposes of the aquifer protection regulations contained in RMC
4-3-050,Critical Area Regulations.standard design and construction practices adopted by the
Renton Water Utility.
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4-11-220 DEFINITIONS V:
VARIANCE:A grant of relief via departure from any provision of the requirements of this Title
for a specific parcel,except use.without changing the Title regulations pennanently or the
underlying zoning of the parcel.The definition of variance does not include variations to
provisions related to "use";including:size limits.units per structure,or densities.
VEGETATION TYPES:Descriptive classes of the wetlands taxonomic classification system of
the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Classification of Wetlands and Deepwater Habitats of
the U.S.FWS/OBS -79/31 (Cowardin,et aI.,1979).
VEmCLE:
A.VEmCLE,LARGE:Motor vehicles including,but not limited to,trucks,recreational
vehicles,buses.boats,and heavy equipment,and similar size vehicles which have gross vehicle
weights greater than ten thousand (10.000)pounds.but excluding aircraft.
B.VEmCLE,SMALL:Motor vehicles including,but not limited to,motorcycles,
passenger cars,light trucks,vans,and similar size vehicles which have gross vehicle weights less
than ten thousand (10.000)pounds.
VEmCLE FUELING STATION:An establishment which supplies and dispenses motor fuels
at retail as well as ordinary accessory uses.including but not limited to.retail sales offood,
groceries.and auto accessories,and eating and drinking establishments.
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VEmCLE RENTAL,SMALL:Rental and incidental storage and servicing of motor vehicles
including but not limited to motorcycles,passenger cars,watercraft.light trucks,vans,and similar
size vehicles which have gross vehicle weights less than ten thousand (10,000)pounds.This use
excludes large vehicle rentals,and large and small vehicle sales.
VEmCLE AND EQUIPMENT RENTAL,LARGE:Rental and incidental servicing of motor
vehicles including but not limited to,trucks,recreational vehicles,buses,boatS,and heavy
equipment,and similar size vehicles which have gross vehicle weights greater than ten thousand
(10,000)pounds,but excluding airplanes or aircraft.This use excludes small vehicle rentals,and
large and small vehicle sales.
VEmCLE SALES,LARGE:Sales,leasing,and incidental servicing of motor vehicles
including,but not limited to,trucks,recreational vehicles,buses,boats,and heavy equipment,and
similar size vehicles which have gross vehicle weights greater than ten thousand (.l 0,000)pounds,
but excluding airplanes or aircraft.This use excludes small vehicle sales,and large and small
vehicle rentals.
VEIDCLE SALES,SMALL:Sales,leasing and incidental servicing of motor vehicles
including,but not limited to,motorcycles,passenger cars,watercraft,light trucks,vans,and
similar size vehicles which have gross vehicle weights less than ten thousand (10,000)pounds.
This use excludes large vehicle sales,and large and small vehicle rentals.
VEIDCLE SERVICE AND REPAIR:Maintenance of motorized vehicles including exchange
of parts,installation of lubricants,tires,batteries,and similar vehicle accessories,minor
customizing and detail operations,but excluding operations associated with body shops,and
industrial engine or transmission rebuild operations.
VEIDCLE STORAGE:See STORAGE,VEHICLE
VETERINARY OFFICES/CLINICS:A place where common household pets are given
medical care and the accessory indoor boarding of animals is limited to short-term care incidental
to the hospital use.
4-11-230 DEFINITIONS W:
WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION:A use engaged in storage and distribution of
manufactured products,supplies,and equipment.This use excludes hazard6us material storage,
indoor storage,outdoor storage,self-service storage,vehicle storage,and warehousing,storage,
or distribution for commercial laundry operations within the City of Renton Urban Center.
WASTE RECYCLING AND TRANSFER FACllXflES:Facilities for the collection of solid
waste for either recycling or transfer to a landfill or disposal facility.This definition includes but
is not limited to concrete and construction material recycling operations.
WATER AUTHORITY:The City of Renton Water Utility,or any other municipal or quasi-
municipal entity distributing water to fire hydrants within the City of Renton.
WATERCOURSE:See RMC 4-6-100.
WATER-DEPENDENT:Referring to uses or portions of a use which cannot exist in any other
location and is dependent on the water by reason of the intrinsic nature of its operations.
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Examples of water-dependent uses may.include .ship cargo tenninalloading areas.ferry and
passenger terminals,barge loading facilities,ship building and dry docking.marinas,aquaculture,
float plane facilities and sewer outfalls.
WATER-ENJOYMENT:Referring to a recreational use,or other use facilitating public access
to the shoreline as a primary characteristic of the use;or a use that provides for recreational use or
aesthetic enjoyment oCthe shoreline for a substantial number of people as a general characteristic
of the use and which through the location,design and operation assures the public's ability to
enjoy the physical and aesthetic qualities of the shoreline.In order to qualify as a water-
enjoyment use,the use must be open to the general public and the shoreline oriented space within
the project must be devoted to the specific aspects of the use that fosters shoreline enjoyment.
Primary water-enjoyment uses may include,but are not limited to,parks,piers and other
improvements facilitating public access to the shorelines of the state;and general water-
enjoyment uses may include,but are not limited to,restaurants,museums,aquariums,
scientific/ecological reserves,resorts/hoteIs and mixed use commerciaVoffice;provided that such
uses conform to the above water-enjoyment specifications and the provisions of the Shoreline
Master Program.
WATER-ORIENTEDINONWATER-ORIENTED:"Water-oriented"refers to any
combination of water-dependent,water-related,and/or water-enjoyment uses and serves as an all-
encompassing defmition for priority uses under the Shoreline Management Act."Nonwater-
oriented"serves to describe those uses which have little or no relationship to the shoreline and are
not considered priority uses under the Shoreline Management Act.Examples of nonwater-
oriented uses include professional offices,automobile sales or repair shops,mini-storage
facilities,multi-family residential development,department stores and gas stations;these uses
may be considered water-oriented where there is significant public access.
WATER-RELATED:Referring to a use or portion of a use which is not intrinsically dependent
on a waterfront location,but whose economic viability is dependent upon a waterfront location
because:
A,Of a functional requirement for a waterfront location such as the arrival or shipment of
materials by water or the need for large quantities of water,or
B.The use provides a necessary service supportive of the water-dependent commercial
activities and the proximity of the use to its customers makes its services less expensive
and/or more convenient.Examples include manufacturers of ship parts large enough that
transportation becomes a significant factor in the products cost,professional services
serving primarily water-dependent activities and storage afwater-transported foods.
Examples of water-related uses may include warehousing of goods transported by water,seafood
processing plants,hydroelectric generating plants,gravel storage when transported by barge,oil
refineries where transport is by tanker,and log storage.Shoreline Master Program
WELL:A pit or hole dug into the earth to reach an aquifer.
WELL FJELD:An area which contains one or more wells for obtaining a potable water supply.
WETLAND:For the purposes of inventoI}',incentives,and nonregulatoI}'programs,those lands
transitional between terrestrial and aquatic systems where the water table is usually at or near the
surface or the land is covered by shallow water.For the purposes of regulation,wetlands are
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defined by Washington State Wetlands Identification and Delineation Manual pursuant to RMC
4-3-050M4a.Wetlands created or restored as part of a mitigation project are regulated wetlands.
Wetlands do not include those artificial wetlands intentionally created for purposes other than
wetland mitigation,including.but not limited to,iJ:rigation and drainage ditches,grass-lined
swales,canals,detention facilities,wastewater treatment facilities,farm ponds,or landscape
amenities,or those wetlands created after July 1,1990 that were unintentionally created as a
result ofthe construction of a road,street,or highway.Drainage ditches are not considered
regulated wetlands.Also refer to RMC 4-3-050B7.
WETLAND BUFFERS or WETLAND BUFFER ZONES:Areas that surroWld and protect a
wetland from adverse impacts to its functions and values.Buffers are designated areas adjacent to
a regulated wetland which protect the wetland from changes in the location of the wetland edge.
Wetland buffers minimize the short and long term impacts of development on properties·adjacent
to wetlands,preserve important wildlife habitat,allow for infiltration and water quality
improvement,protect buildings,roads and other infrastructure as well as property owners from
flood damage in years of high precipitation.
WETLAND CATEGORY:A classification system used for the purpose of regulating wetlands
in the City.The criteria for determining a wetland's category are listed in RMC 4-3-1101.
WETLAND CREATION:Actions performed to intentionally establish a wetland at a site where
it did not formerly exist.
WETLAND,DISTURBED:Wetlands meeting the following criteria:
A.Are characterized by hydrologic isolation,hydrologic alterations such as diking,
channelization,andlor outlet modification;and
B.Have severe soils alterations such as the presence of large amounts offill,soil removal
andlor compaction of soils.
WETLAND EDGE:The boundary of a wetland as delineated using the Washington State
Wetlands Identification and Delineation Manual pursuant to RMC 4-3-050M4a.
WETLAND,EMERGENT:A regulated wetland with at least thirty percent (30%)of the
surface area covered by erect,rooted herbaceous vegetation as the uppermost vegetative strata.
WETLAND ENHANCEl\1ENT:Actions performed to improve the functioning ofan existing
wetland but which do not increase the area of the wetland.
WETLAND,FORESTED:A vegetation community with at least twenty percent (20010)of the
surface area covered by woody vegetarian (trees)greater than twenty feet (20')in height.
WETLAND,IN-KIND COMPENSATION:To replace wetlands with substitute wetlands
whose characteristics closely approximate those destroyed or degraded by a regulated activity.
WETLAND,ISOLATED:Those regulated wetlands which:
A.Are outside of and not contiguous to anyone hundred (100)year floodplain of a lake,
river,or stream;and
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B.Have no contiguous hydric soil or hydrophytic vegetation between the wetland and any
surface water.
WETLAND,OFF-SITE COMPENSATION:To replace wetlands away from the site on which
a wetland 4as been impacted by a regulated activity.
WETLAND,9N-SITE COMPENSATION:To replace wetlands at or adjacent to the site on
which a wetland has been impacted by a regulated activity.
WETLAND,REGULATED:See RMC 4-3-050Mla.
WETLAND RESTORATION:Actions performed to re-establish wetland functional
characteristics and processes that have been lost by alterations,activities,or catastrophic events
within an area that no longer meets the defmition of a wetland.
WETLAND,SCRUB-SHRUB:A regulated wetland with at least thirty percent (30%)of its
surface area covered by woody vegetation less than twenty feet (20')in height at the uppermost
strata.
WETLANDS:(This defmition for RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,use
only.)Areas that are inundated or saturated by surface water or groundwater at a frequency and
duration sufficient to support,and that under nonnal circumstances do support,a prevalence of
vegetation typically adapted for life in satmated soil conditions.Wetlands generally include
swamps,marshes,bogs,and similar areas.Wetlands do not include those artificial wetlands
intentionally created from nonwetland sites,including,but not limited to,irrigation and drainage
ditches,grass-lined swales,canals,detention facilities,wastewater treatment facilities,fann
ponels,and landscape amenities,or those wetlands created after July I,1990 that were
unintentionally created as a result of the construction of a road,street,or highway.Wetlands
include artificial wetlands created from nonwetland areas to mitigate the conversion of wetlands.
Shoreline Master Program
WETLANDS,NEWLY EMERGING:
A.Wetlands occurring on top offill materials;and
B.Characterized by emergent vegetation,low plant species richness,and used minimally by
wildlife.These wetlands are generally found in the Black River Drainage Basin.
WILDLIFE HABITAT:An area characterized by wildlife that forage,nest,spawn,or migrate
through in search of food or shelter.
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES -TERMS RELATED TO:
ACCESSORY ANTENNA DEVICE:An antenna which is less then twelve inches
(12")in height or width,excluding the support structure (examples:test mobile antennas
and global positioning (GPS)antennas).
ANTENNA:Any system of poles,panels,rods,reflecting discs or similar devices used
for the transmission or reception of radio frequency signals.Antennas include the
following types:
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1.Dish antenna:see Parabolic antenna.
2.Omni-directional antenna (also known as a "whip"antenna)transmits and
receives radio frequency signals in a three hundred sixty degree (360°)radial
pattern,and which is up to sixteen feet (16')in height and up to four inches (4")
in diameter.
3.Directional antelUla (also known as a "panel"antenna)transmits and receives
radio frequency signals in a specific directional pattern of less than three hundred
sixty degrees (360°).
4.Panel antenna:see Directional antenna.
5.Parabolic antenna (also known as a "dish"antenna)is a bowl-shaped device for
the reception and/or transmission radio frequency communications signals in a
specific directional pattern.
6.Whip antenna:see Omni-directional antenna.
ATTACHED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY:A wireless
communication facility that is affixed to an existing structure,for example,an existing
building.tower,water tank,utility pole,etc.,which does not include an additional
wireless communication support structure.
COLLOCATION:The use of a single support structure and/or site by more than one
wireless communications provider.
EQUIPMENT SHELTER OR CABINET:A room,cabinet or building used to house
equipment for utility or service providers.
FAA:The Federal Aviation Administration,which maintains stringent regulations for the
siting,building,marketing and lighting of cellular transmission antennas near airports or
flight paths.
FCC:The Federal Communication Commission,which regulates the licensing and
practice of wireless,wireline,television,radio and other telecommunications entities.
GUYED TOWER:A freestanding or supported wireless communication support
structure which is usually over one hundred feet (100')tall.which consists of metal
crossed strips or bars and is steadied by wire guys in a radial pattern around the tower.
LATIICE TOWER:A self-supporting wireless communication support structure which
consists of metal crossed strips or bars to support antennas and related equipment.
MACRO FACILITY:An attached wireless communication facility which consists of
antennas equal to or less than sixteen feet (16')in height or a parabolic anteDJ)a up to one
meter (39.37")in diameter and with an area not more than one hundred (100)square feet
in the aggregate as viewed from anyone point.
:MlCRO FACILITY:An attached wireless communication facility which consists of
antennas equal to or less than six feet (6')in height or a parabolic antenna with an area of
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not more than five hundred eighty (580)square inches in the aggregate (e.g.,one foot (I')
diameter parabola or two feet (2')x one and one-half feet (1-1/2')panel)as viewed from
anyone point.Also known as a Microcell.
MINI FACILITY:An attached wireless communication facility which consists of
antennas equal to or less than ten feet (10?in height or a parabolic antenna up to one
meter (39.37")in diameter and with an area not more than fifty (50)square feet in the
aggregate as viewed from any ODe point.
MONOPOLE I:A wireless communication support structure which consists of a
freestanding support structure,less than sixty feet (60')in height,erected to support
wireless communication antennas and connecting appurtenances.
MONOPOLE D:A wireless communication support structure which consists of a
freestanding support structure,sixty feet (60')or greater in height,erected to support
wireless communication antennas and connecting appurtenances.
PROVIDER:A company providing telephone or other communications service.
RELATED EQUlPMENT:All equipment ancillary to the transmission and reception of
voice and data via radio frequencies.Such equipment may include,but is not limited to.
cable,conduit and connectors.
SUPPORT STRUCTURE:see Wireless Communication Support Structure.
TOWER:see Wireless Communication Support Structure.
WCF:see Wireless Communication Facility (WCF).
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY (WCF):An unstaffed facility for the
transmission and reception of low-power radio signals usually consisting of an equipment
shelter or cabinet,a support structure,antennas (e.g .•omni-directional,panel/directional
or parabolic)and related equipment,generally contained within a compound.For
purposes of this Title,a WCF includes antennas,support structures and equipment
shelters,whether separately or in combination.
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SUPPORT SmUCTURE:The structure erected
to support wireless communication antennas and connecting appurtenances.Support
structure types include,but are not limited to,stanchions,monopoles,lattice towers.
wood poles or guyed towers.
WRECKING YARD,AUTO:A facility for the dismantling or wrecking of used motor vehicles
or trailers,o!the storage,sale,or dumping of dismantled or wrecked vehicles or their parts.
4-11-240
4-11-250
DEFINITIONS X:(Reserved)
DEFINmONS Y:
YARD:An open space between a building and a lot line.
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[NOTE TO CODIFIER:INCLUDE EXISTING DIAGRAMASSOCIATED WITH DEFINITION
ABOVE]
YARD REQUIREMENT:An open space on a lot unoccupied by structures.unless specifically
authorized otherwise.The required yard depth is measured perpendicularly from a lot line to the
outer wall of the structure.In the case where a structure does not have an outer wall,such as a
carport,the measurement shall be to the posts of such structure,unless otherwise detennined by
the Development Services Division.The Development Services Division shall determine the
various requirements for uniquely shaped lots and pipestem lots.
A.Front Yard:The yard requirement which separates the structure(s)from public right(s)-
of-way.For «through"lots,comer lots,and lots without street frontage,the front yard will be
determined by the Development Services Division Director.In the case of a comer lot,the front
yard requirement separates the main structure from the primary street to which the primary
building face and entrance is oriented as determined by the Reviewing Official.
B.Side Yard Along A Street:The yard requirement which is neither a front yard nor a
rear yard,yet it abuts a street right-of~way.
C.Rear Yard:The yard requirement opposite the front yard.Where a lot abuts an
alley,the rear yard shall always he the yard ahutting the alley.For irregularly shaped
lots,the rear yard shall be measured from an imaginary line at least fifteen feet (15')in
length located entirely within the lot and farthest removed and parallel to the front lot line
or its tangent.
D.Side Yard:The yard requirement which is not a front yard,a side yard along a
street,or a rear yard.
4-11-260 DEFINITIONS Z:
ZERO LOT LINE:A siting technique which allows single family houses to be built along one
lot line.
ZIPPER LOTS:A division of property using smaller lots with offset rear lot Jines to allow a
usable rear yard.
ZONE:A portion of the City to which a uniform set of regulations applies controlling the types
and intensities of land uses.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR:The PlanningIBuildinglPublic Works Administrator or hislher
designated representative.
ZONING,AREAWIDE:Zoning adopted for all properties within a district consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan,rather than on a lot-by·lot basis.
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