Chapter 17.72
NATURAL HAZARD DISTRICT (NH)

Sections:

17.72.010    Intent.

17.72.020    Permitted primary uses and structures.

17.72.030    Permitted accessory uses and structures.

17.72.040    Conditional uses.

17.72.010 Intent.

The NH district is intended to establish the high natural hazard areas within the city. The NH district is appropriate for lands highly susceptible to natural hazards such as avalanches, landslides, significant erosion, and flooding. Uses within the NH district will be restricted to recreation and open space to maintain life safety of the public. (Ord. 24-01 § 1)

17.72.020 Permitted primary uses and structures.

The use is permitted by right in the district and is subject only to the general standards throughout this title (and any specific use standards indicated). Permitted uses requiring specific use standards are permitted by right; provided, that the specific use standards set forth for that use are met. The community development director or designee shall review proposed permitted uses against applicable specific use standards in accordance with Section 17.12.110, Zoning clearance review. See Table 17.16.040-1. (Ord. 24-01 § 1)

17.72.030 Permitted accessory uses and structures.

The use is permitted by right as an accessory to an established primary permitted use on that lot. See Table 17.16.040-1. (Ord. 24-01 § 1)

17.72.040 Conditional uses.

The use is permitted only when a conditional use permit has been issued in accordance with Section 17.12.090, Conditional use permits. See Table 17.16.040-1. (Ord. 24-01 § 1)