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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE N0. 4593
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AbIENDING
SECTIONS 4-31-10.2, 4-31-10.3, 4-31-10.4, 4-31-10 .5, 4-
31-11.1, 4-31-11.2 AND 4-31-16 OF CHAPTER 31, ZONING, OF
TITLE IV (BUILDING REGULATIONS) , OF ORDINANCE NO. 4260
ENTITLED "CODE OF GENER.AL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
RENTON, WASHINGTON" RELATING TO COb�iERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
SETBACKS IN THE CS (CENTER SUBIIRBAN) , CN (CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD) , CC (CONVENIENCE CObmlERCIAL) , CO
(CON�iERCIAL OFFICE) , CA (CODII�IERCIAL ARTERIAL) , IL (LIGIiT
INDUSTRIAL) , AND IM (MEDIUM INDIISTRIAL) ZONES, LIMITING
PARKING ASSOCIATED WITIi THE COMMERCIAL USE, SUBJECT TO
MODIFICATION, ESTABLISHING A CONDITIONAL IISE PERMIT FOR
EXCESS HEIGHT WHEN A COb�2ERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL USE ADJOINS
A RESIDENTIAL USE AND ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL DESIGN
REQUIREMENTS WHEN THE INDIISTRIAL OR CObmIERCIAL USE ABIITS
A RESIDENTIAL USE.
This ordinance addresses the following matters :
SECTION I . This ordinance modifies and establishes
setbacks relating to the commercial and industrial zones : CS
(Center Suburban) , CN (Center Neighborhood) , CC (Convenience
Commercial) , CO (Commercial Office) , CA (Commercial Arterial) , IL
(Light Industrial) and IM (Medium Industrial) . New setback
requirements are added when the industrial or commercial zone abuts
to or is adjacent to certain residential zones . This ordinance
restricts parking of vehicles related to commercial uses on
residential streets with modification provisions for that
prohibition. The ordinance also provides a conditional use permit
process for buildings in excess of the permissible height when
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adjacent to certain single family zones, upon a showing of lack of
substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property. This
ordinance also provides special development requirements if the
commercial or industrial development is adjacent to certain
residential uses including such things as landscaping, location of
loading docks, storage, repair and maintenance areas and the �
location of garbage, refuse and dumpsters .
A full text of this ordinance will be mailed, without charge,
upon request to the City Clerk.
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Date of Publication: Apri1. 5, 1996 �
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ORD.504:3/21/96:as.
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Amends ORD 4404, 4449, 4502
Amended by ORD 4649
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 4593
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING
SECTIONS 4-31-10 .2, 4-31-10 .3, 4-31-10.4, 4-31-10 .5, 4-
31-11.1, 4-31-11.2 AND 4-31-16 OF CHAPTER 31, ZONING, OF
TITLE IV (BUILDING REGIILATIONS) , OF ORDINANCE NO. 4260
ENTITLED "CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
RENTON, WASHINGTON" RELATING TO COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
SETBACKS IN THE CS (CENTER SUBURBAN) , CN (CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD) , CC (CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL) , CO
(COl�lERCIAL OFFICE) , CA (CObIDIERCIAL ARTERIAL) , IL (LIGHT
INDUSTRIAL) , AND IM (MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL) ZONES, LIMITING
PARKING ASSOCIATED WITH THE COMMERCIAL USE, SUBJECT TO
MODIFICATION, ESTABLISHING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
EXCESS HEIGHT WHEN A CODIl�iERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL USE ADJOINS
A RESIDENTIAL USE AND ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL DESIGN
REQUIREMENTS WHEN THE INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL USE ABUTS
A RESIDENTIAL USE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS :
SECTION I . Sections 4-31-10 . 2 .D.2 , 4-31-10 . 2 .D. 5, 4-31-
10 .2 .D. 7 and 4-31-10 .2 .E. 3 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV
(Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington" are hereby
amended to read as follows :
4-31-10.2 .D.2 : Setbacks : Setbacks in the CS zone shall be
required as follows :
a. Front/Street Setback:
(1) Minimum Setback:
(a) A minimum setback of ten feet (10 ' ) is
required.
' (b) The minimum setback may be reduced down to
zero feet (0 ' ) through the site plan review process provided that
blank walls are not located within the reduced setback.
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(2) Maximum Setback: On lots abutting more than
one street, the maximum setback requirement shall only be applied
to the primary street as determined by the Reviewing Official . For
additions to existing structures, the maximum setback requirements '
shall only apply when the addition is subject to site plan review.
(a) A maximum setback of fifteen feet (15' )
shall be required of the streetside facade of the structure.
(b) 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:
(i) Orient development to accommodate the
pedestrian and create a pedestrian environment through such
measures as; providing pedestrian walkways, encouraging pedestrian
amenities and supporting alternatives to Single Occupant Vehicle
(SOV) transportation, and; �
(ii) Create an attractive and interesting
streetscape with a strong and defined streetfront through such
measures as; promoting visible landmarks, fostering distinctive
architecture, mitigating the visual dominance of extensive and
unbroken parking along the streetfront and modifying building
orientation to offset large setbacks (e.g. using varied setbacks,
locating separate smaller buildings near the streetfront) , and;
(iii) Promote safety and visibility
through such measures as; discouraging the creation of hidden
spaces, minimizing conflict between pedestrians and traffic and
ensuring adequate setbacks to accommodate required parking and/or
access that could not be provided otherwise.
(c) The Reviewing Official may also modify the
maximum setback requirement if the applicant can demonstrate that
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the preceding criteria cannot be met; however, those criteria
which can be met shall be addressed in the site plan:
(i) due to factors including but not
limited to the unique site design requirements or physical site
constraints such as sensitive areas or utility easements; or
(ii) one or more of the criteria would not
be furthered or would be impaired by compliance with the maximum
setback; or !
(iii) any function of the use which
serves the public health, safety or welfare would be materially
impaired by the required setback.
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 . c .
c . Special Requirements : If a CS lot abuts or is �
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 7 . c . (1) or 7 . c. (2) . �I
4-31-10 .2 .D.5 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code . '
4-31-10.2 .D.7 : Landscaping/Improvements :
a. Street Frontage : Lots abutting public streets
shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) , except
where reduced through the site plan review process .
b. Pedestrian Connection: A pedestrian connection
shall be provided from a public entrance to the street unless the
Reviewing Official determines that the requirement would unduly
endanger the pedestrian.
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c . Special Requirements :
(1) If the CS lot is adjacent to a lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a minimum fifteen
foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. The Hearing Examiner
may modify the sight obscuring provision in order to provide
reasonable access to the property.
If the street is designated arterial in the
Transportation Element of the City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight
obscuring landscaping shall be provided unless otherwise determined
by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . , that cannot be fully anticipated at this
time.
(2) If the CS lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring �
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process !
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not �
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1, �
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc. that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
(3) If the CS lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-S, R-8 , R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
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repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a sight
obscuring fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as
determined by the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be
located adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-
24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc. that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
4-31-10 .2 .E.3 : Effect on Adjacent Properties : Buildings in
excess of fifty (50 ' ) in height shall not result in substantial or
undue adverse effects on adjacent property. When a building in
excess of fifty feet (50 ' ) in height is proposed adjacent to or
abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then setbacks
shall be equivalent to the requirements of the adjacent residential
zone if the setback standards exceed the requirements of the CS
Zone. �
SECTION II . Section 4-31-10 .2 .D. 15 of Chapter 31, Zoning
Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington" is hereby rescinded.
SECTION III . Sections 4-31-10 .3 .D. 2 , 4-31-10 .3 .D. 5 , 4-31-
10 .3 .D. 7 and 4-31-10 . 3 .E.3 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV
(Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of
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General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington" are hereby
amended to read as follows :
4-31-10 .3 .D.2 : Setbacks : Setbacks in the CN zone shall be
required as follows :
a. Front/Street Setback:
(1) Minimum Setback:
(a) A minimum setback of ten feet (10 ' ) is
required.
(b) The minimum setback may be reduced down to
zero feet (0 ' ) through the site plan review process provided that
blank walls are not located within the reduced setback.
(2) Maximum Setback: On lots abutting more than
one street, the maximum setback requirement shall only be applied
to the primary street as determined by the Reviewing Official . For
additions to existing structures, the maximum setback requirements
shall only apply when the addition is subject to Site Plan review.
(a) A maximum setback of fifteen feet (15 ' )
shall be required of the streetside facade of the structure .
(b) 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:
(i) Orient development to accommodate the
pedestrian and create a pedestrian environment through such
measures as; providing pedestrian walkways, encouraging pedestrian
amenities and supporting alternatives to Single Occupant Vehicle
(SOV) transportation, and;
(ii) Create an attractive and interesting
streetscape with a strong and defined streetfront through such
measures as; promoting visible landmarks, fostering distinctive
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architecture, mitigating the visual dominance of extensive and
unbroken parking along the streetfront and modifying building
orientation to offset large setbacks (e .g. using varied setbacks,
locating separate smaller buildings near the streetfront) , and;
(iii) Promote safety and visibility
through such measures as; discouraging the creation of hidden
spaces, minimizing conflict between pedestrians and traffic and
ensuring adequate setbacks to accommodate required parking and/or
access that could not be provided otherwise .
(c) 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:
(i) due to factors including but not
limited to unique site design requirements or physical site
constraints such as sensitive areas or utility easements; or �
(ii) one or more of the criteria would not
be furthered or would be impaired by compliance with the maximum
setback; or
(iii) any function of the use which
serves the public health, safety or welfare would be materially
impaired by the required setback.
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 . c .
c . Special Requirements : If a CN lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 7 . c . (1) or 7 . c . (2) .
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4-31-10 .3 .D.5 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code .
4-31-10 .3 .D.7 : Landscaping/Improvements :
a. Street Frontage : Lots abutting public streets
shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) , except
where reduced through the site plan review process .
b. Pedestrian Connection: A pedestrian � connection I
shall be provided from a public entrance to the street unless the
Reviewing Official determines that the requirement would unduly
endanger the pedestrian. '
c . Special Requirements :
(1) If the CN lot is adjacent to a lot zoned R-1,
R-5 , R-8 , R-10, . R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a minimum fifteen
foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. The Hearing Examiner
may modify the sight obscuring provision in order to provide
reasonable access to the property.
If the street is designated arterial in the
Transportation Element of the City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight
obscuring landscaping shall be provided unless otherwise determined
by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc. that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
(2) If the CN lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
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within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not ,
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1, I�I
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better I
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(3) If the CN lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot i
zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-24 or
RM-I . '
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique I
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
4-31-10 .3 .E.3 : Effect on Adjacent Properties : Buildings in
excess of thirty five feet (35 ' ) in height shall not result in
substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property. When a
building in excess of thirty five feet (35 ' ) in height is proposed
adjacent to or abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I ,
then setbacks shall be equivalent to the requirements of the
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adjacent residential zone if the setback standards exceed the
requirements of the CN Zone .
SECTION IV. Sections 4-31-10 .4 .D. 1, 4-31-10 .4 .D.4, 4-31-
10 .4 .D. 6 and 4-31-10 .4 .E . 3 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV
(Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington" are hereby
amended to read as follows :
4-31-10 .4 .D.1: Setbacks : Setbacks in the CA zone shall be
required as follows :
a. Front/Street Setback: A minimum setback of ten
feet (10 ' ) is required. The minimum setback may be reduced down to
zero feet (0 ' ) through the site plan review process provided that
blank walls are not located within the reduced setback.
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 .c . '
c . Special Requirements : If a CA lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 6 . c . (1) or 6 . c. (2) .
4-31-10 .4 .D.4 :, Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code .
4-31-10.4 .D. 6 : Landscaping/Improvements :
a. Street Frontage : Lots abutting public streets
shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) , except
where reduced through the site plan review process .
b. Pedestrian Connection: A pedestrian connection shall
be provided from a public entrance to the street unless the
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Reviewing Official determines that the requirement would unduly
endanger the pedestrian.
c. Special Requirements :
(1) If the CA lot is adjacent to a lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a minimum fifteen
foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip The Hearing Examiner
may modify the sight obscuring provision in order to provide
reasonable access to the property.
If the street is designated arterial in the
Transportation Element of the City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight
obscuring landscaping shall be provided unless otherwise determined
by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time . '
(2) If the CA lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscapi'ng strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
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(3) If the CA lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-24 or
RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
4-31-10 .4 .E.3 : Effect on Adjacent Properties : Buildings in
excess of fifty feet (50 ' ) in height shall not result in
substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property. When a
building in excess of fifty feet (50 ' ) in height is proposed
adjacent to or abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I ,
then setbacks shall be equivalent to the requirements of the
adjacent residential zone if the setback standards exceed the
requirements of the CA Zone .
SECTION V. Section 4-31-10 .4 .D. 12 of Chapter 31, Zoning
Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington" is hereby rescinded.
SECTION VI. Sections 4-31-10 .5 .D. 2 , 4-31-10 . 5 .D. 5 and 4-31-
10 .5 .D. 7 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building
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Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington" are hereby amended to
read as follows :
4-31-10 .5 .D.2 : Setbacks : Setbacks in the CC zone shall be
required as follows : ,
a. Front/Street Setback:
(1) Minimum Setback:
(a) A minimum setback of ten feet (10 ' ) is
required.
(b) The minimum setback may be reduced down to
zero feet (0 ' ) through the site plan review process provided that
blank walls are not located within the reduced setback.
(2) Maximum Setback: On lots abutting more than
one street, the maximum setback requirement shall only be applied
to the primary street as determined by the Reviewing Official . For
additions to existing structures, the maximum setback requirements
shall only apply when the addition is subject to Site Plan review.
(a) A maximum setback of fifteen feet (15' )
shall be required of the streetside facade of the structure .
(b) 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:
(i) Orient development to the pedestrian
through such measures as; providing pedestrian walkways,
encouraging pedestrian amenities and supporting alternatives to
Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) transportation; and
(ii) Create a low scale streetscape
through such measures as; fostering distinctive architecture and
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mitigating the visual dominance of extensive and unbroken parking
I along the street front; and
(iii) Promote safety and visibility
through such measures as; discouraging the creation of hidden
spaces, minimizing conflict between pedestrians and traffic and
ensuring adequate setbacks to accommodate required parking and/or
access that could not be provided otherwise.
(c) 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:
(i) due to factors including but not
limited to the unique site design requirements or physical site
constraints such as sensitive areas or utility easements; or
(ii) one or more of the criteria would not
be furthered or would be impaired by compliance with the maximum
setback; or
(iii) any function of the use which
serves the public health, safety or welfare would be materially
impaired by the required setback.
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 .c.
c . Special Requirements : If a CC lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 7 . c . (1) or 7 . c . (2) .
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4-31-10 .5 .D.5 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code. �
4-31-10.5 .D.7 : Landscaping/Improvements : Lots abutting public I'
streets shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) . ,
a. Street Frontage : Lots abutting public streets
shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) , except
where reduced through the site plan review process .
b. Pedestrian Connection: A pedestrian connection
shall be provided from a public entrance to the street unless the
Reviewing Official determines that the requirement would unduly
endanger the pedestrian.
c. Special Requirements :
(1) If the CC lot is adjacent to a lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a minimum fifteen i,
foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. The Hearing Examiner
may modify the sight obscuring provision in order to provide
reasonable access to the property.
If the street is designated arterial in the �,
Transportation Element of the City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight
obscuring landscaping shall be provided unless otherwise determined
by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(2) If the CC lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process
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provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1, '
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I . ,
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(3) If the CC lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, R-10 R-24 or
RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better I
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
SECTION VII. Sections 4-31-11 . 1 .D. 1 and 4-31-11 . 1 .D. 6 of
Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of
Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City
of Renton, Washington" are hereby amended to read as follows :
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4-31-11.1.D.1: Setbacks :
a. Front/Street Setbacks :
(1) Along all streets designated arterial by the
Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan, a setback of
twenty feet (20 ' ) is required. Along all other streets, a setback
of fifteen feet (15 ' ) is required.
Street Types Minimum Setback
Arterials 20 '
All others 15 '
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 . c .
c . Special Requirements : If a IL lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a twenty foot (20) ' setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 2 . f . (1) or 2 . f . (2) .
4-31-11.1.D.6 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code .
SECTION VIII. Section 4-31-11 . 1 .D. 2 of Chapter 31, Zoning
Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington" is hereby amended by adding the following subsections �
which read as follows :
e: Lots abutting arterial streets shall have a minimum
landscaping strip of l00 of lot depth or twenty feet (20 ' ) feet,
whichever is less . Lots abutting non-arterial streets shall have a
minimum landscaping strip of l00 of lot depth or fifteen feet
(15 ' ) , whichever is less . In no case, however, shall the
landscaping strip be less than ten feet (10 ' ) .
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f: Special Requirements :
(1) If the IL lot is adjacent to a lot zoned
designated R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, , then there shall be
a minimum fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. The
Hearing Examiner may waive the sight obscuring provision in order
to provide reasonable access to the property located on the
adjacent street .
If the street is designated arterial in the
City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight obscuring landscaping shall be
provided unless otherwise determined by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(2) If the IL lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, �
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process �,
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
(3) If the IL lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
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fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-24 or ,
RM-I . '
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better �
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique I
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be I
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
SECTION IX. Sections 4-31-11 .2 .D. 1 and 4-31-11 . 2 .D. 3 of
Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of
Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City
of Renton, Washington" are hereby amended to read as follows :
4-31-11.2 .D.1: Setbacks : i
a. Front/Street Setbacks :
(1) Along all streets designated arterial by the
Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan, a setback of
twenty feet (20 ' ) is required. Along all other streets, a setback
of fifteen feet (15 ' ) is required.
Street Types Minimum Setback
Arterials 20 '
All others 15 '
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 . c .
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c . Special Requirements : If a IM lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then '
there shall be a fifty foot (50) ' setback subject to the ,
landscaping provisions in Section 5 .d. (1) or 5 .d. (2) . I'
4-31-11.2 .D.3 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code .
SECTION X. Section 4-31-11 .2 .D.5 of Chapter 31, Zoning
Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington" is hereby amended by adding the following subsections
which read as follows :
d: Lots abutting arterial streets shall have a minimum
landscaping strip of l00 of lot depth or twenty feet (20 ' ) feet,
whichever is less . Lots abutting non-arterial streets shall have a
minimum landscaping strip of l00 of lot depth or fifteen feet
(15 ' ) , whichever is less . In no case, however, shall the
landscaping strip be less than ten feet (10 ' ) .
e: Special Requirements :
(1) If the IM lot is adjacent to a lot zoned
designated R-1, R-5, R-S, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a
minimum fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. Any
modification of such setback shall be granted by the Hearing
Examiner using the criteria for modifying landscape requirements .
� The Hearing Examiner may waive the sight obscuring provision in
order to provide reasonable access to the property located on the
adjacent street .
If the street is designated arterial in the
City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight obscuring landscaping shall be
provided unless otherwise determined by the Hearing Examiner.
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These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time . I
(2) If the IM lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight '
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1,
R-5 , R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better I!
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(3) If the IM lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage, I
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-24 or
RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc. that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10,
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R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
SECTION XII . Sections 4-31-16 .D. 3 , 4-31-16 .D. 7 and 4-31-
16 .D. 10 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building
Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington" are hereby amended to
read as follows :
4-31-16 .D.3 : Setbacks : Setbacks in the CO Zone shall be
required as follows : '
a. Front Street Setback:
MAXIMUM BUILDING MINIMUM
HEIGHT SETBACK
Less than 25 ' 15 '
25 ' - 80 ' 20 '
Over 80 ' 30 '
A reduced minimum setback of no less than fifteen
feet (15 ' ) may be allowed for structures in excess of twenty five �
feet (25 ' ) in height through the site plan review process .
On lots abutting more than one street, the maximum
setback requirement shall only be applied to the primary street as
determined by the Reviewing Official .
b. Rear and Side/Interior Setbacks : None shall be
required except as listed in Special Requirements provisions below
in Section 2 . c .
c . Special Requirements : If a CO lot abuts or is
adjacent to a lot Zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then
there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) setback subject to the
landscaping provisions in Section 10 . c . (1) or 10 . c . (2) .
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4-31-16 .D.7 : Parking: Parking of vehicles related to the
commercial uses shall not be allowed on residential streets . See
Chapter 14 of Title IV of the Renton City Code.
4-31-16 .D.10: Landscaping/Improvements :
a. Street Frontage : Lots abutting public streets
shall have a minimum landscaping strip of ten feet (10 ' ) , except
where reduced through the site plan review process .
b. Pedestrian Connection: A pedestrian connection
shall be provided from a public entrance to the street unless the
Hearing Examiner determines that the requirement would unduly
endanger the pedestrian.
c. Special Requirements :
(1) If the CO lot is adjacent to a lot zoned R-1,
R-5, R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then there shall be a fifteen foot
(15 ' ) sight obscuring landscaped strip. The Hearing Examiner may
waive the sight obscuring provision in order to provide reasonable
access to the property.
If the street is designated arterial in the
Transportation Element of the City Comprehensive Plan, non-sight
obscuring landscaping shall be provided unless otherwise determined
by the Hearing Examiner.
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated at this time.
(2) If the CO lot abuts a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8,
R-10, R-24 or RM-I , then there shall be a fifteen foot (15 ' ) sight
obscuring landscaped strip. A ten foot (10 ' ) sight obscuring
landscaping strip may be allowed through the Site Plan process
provided that a solid six foot (6 ' ) high barrier wall is provided
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within the landscaped strip and a maintenance agreement or easement
for the landscape strip is secured. A solid barrier wall shall not
be located closer than five feet (5 ' ) to an abutting lot zoned R-1,
R-5 , R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better ,
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique I
aspects or use, etc . that cannot be fully anticipated .at this time .
(3) If the CO lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot
zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, R-10, R-24 or RM-I, then all outdoor storage,
loading, repair, maintenance or work areas shall be screened by a
fence or landscaping or some combination thereof as determined by
the Reviewing Official . Loading docks shall not be located
adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned R-1, R-5, R-8, R-10 R-24 or
RM-I .
These provisions may be modified by the Hearing
Examiner where the applicant can show that the same or better
results will occur because of creative design solutions, unique
aspects or use, etc. that cannot be fully anticipated at this time .
(4) Garbage, refuse or dumpster areas shall not be
located within fifty feet (50 ' ) of a lot zoned R-1, R-5 , R-8, R-10,
R-24 or RM-I except by approval of the Hearing Examiner. In no
case shall the garbage, refuse or dumpster area be located within
the required setback.
SECTION XIII. This Ordinance shall be effective upon its
passage, approval, and thirty (30) days after its publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this lst day of April , 1996 .
.
Marilyn J. etersen, City Clerk
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APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this Zst day of April , 1996 .
��a'+�.�.ti..s� I�
Jes �Tanner, Mayor
Approved a to form:
Lawre ce J. Warre , City Attorney
Date of Publication: April 5, 1996
ORD. 502 : 3/19/96 :as .
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