Attached dwelling units

Zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

Process II for attached dwelling units

Subdivision review for zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

7,200 sq. ft. for attached dwelling units with a density established on the zoning map

See notes 1, 2 and 4

20 ft. for individual lots within a zero lot line townhouse development

20 ft. for attached dwelling units

20 ft. or 10 ft. for zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

See note 4

5 ft. for attached dwelling units

10 ft., 5 ft., 0 ft. for zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

See note 4

5 ft. for attached dwelling units

5 ft. or 20 ft. for zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

See note 4

No max. lot coverage is established. The buildable area will be determined by other site development requirements

35 ft.

2.0 per unit, see note 13

See note 5 for zero lot line townhouse dwelling units

1. The allowable density is as follows:

    a. In RM 3.6 zones, 12 units per acre.

    b. In RM 2.4 zones, 18 units per acre.

    c. In RM 1.8 zones, 24 units per acre.

2. Minimum site area for zero lot line townhouse development shall be 7,200 sq. ft.

3. Each building shall consist of a minimum of two units and a maximum of eight units in each grouping.

4. For zero lot line townhouse development, the following shall apply:

    a. The minimum lot size shall be at least 2,250 sq. ft. in the RM 3.6 zone and 1,500 sq. ft. in the RM 2.4 and RM 1.8 zones.

    b. Each dwelling unit must be located on its own lot of record.

    c. Minimum front yard setback is 20 ft. when parking/garage is located in the front of the townhouse. Otherwise, minimum front yard setback is 10 ft. There are no required side yards between attached units.

    d. For a group of two to six attached units, the required side yard is five ft.

    e. For more than six attached units, the required side yard is 10 ft.

    f. Minimum rear yard setback is five ft., except that minimum rear yard setback is 20 ft. from the property line for garages that are accessed via an alley or drive aisle.

5. Two off-street parking spaces, including one garage, shall be provided for each zero lot line townhouse unit.

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For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

6. The subject property must contain at least 150 sq. ft. of usable open space per dwelling unit. At least 50 percent of the usable open space must be active open space. Developments of five or fewer units are exempt from this usable open space requirement. Usable open space must include a minimum of 75 sq. ft. of private open space for each unit and the remainder as usable common open space. Private open space may include yards, patios, and balconies. At least 10 percent of the common usable open space must be developed and maintained with children’s play equipment, except for housing for the exclusive use of persons over 55 years of age, in which case it shall be developed with age-appropriate equipment. If the subject property contains four or more units, this required usable open space must be in one or more pieces, each having both a length and width of at least 25 ft. In addition, if the subject property contains 20 or more units, at least 50 percent of this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 40 ft.

7. Chapter 19.270 FWRC contains regulations regarding home occupations and other accessories, facilities and activities associated with this use. Accessory dwelling units are not permitted in either a townhouse or zero lot line townhouse development.

8. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

9. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

10. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

11. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

12. For affordable housing requirements, see FWRC 19.110.010.

13. Minimum residential parking requirements subject to FWRC 19.130.020.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Detached dwelling units (single-family)

Subdivision review

Also subject to demonstration project selection and review criteria per FWRC 18.55.050

See note 2

See note 4

See notes 5 through 8

See note 9

No max. lot coverage is established. The buildable area will be determined by other site development requirements

30 ft. above average building elevation

2 per dwelling unit

See note 10

1. Minimum site size is 7,200 sq. ft.

2. The minimum amount of lot area per dwelling unit is as follows:

    a. In RM 3.6 zones, the minimum lot size is 3,600 sq. ft.

    b. In RM 2.4 zones, the minimum lot size is 2,400 sq. ft.

    c. In RM 1.8 zones, the minimum lot size is 2,400 sq. ft.

3. Each dwelling unit must be built on its own lot of record.

4. Minimum front yard setback is 20 ft. when garage is accessed from the front yard. Otherwise, minimum front yard setback is 10 ft.

5. Minimum side yard setback is five ft. Setbacks may be reduced on condition that there is a minimum 10 ft. separation between buildings.

6. One of the building sides may rest on the lot line (zero lot line), in which case the zero lot line setback shall be 0 ft. and the opposing side yard setback shall be 10 ft. minimum.

7. If side yard setback is less than five ft., maintenance easements shall be provided between adjoining buildings.

8. Side yard setbacks for garages located on the side shall be of adequate width to accommodate access to the garage while resulting in a superior design than if the garage was located in the front or rear yards.

9. Minimum rear yard setback is five ft., except that minimum rear yard setback is 20 ft. from the property line for garages that are accessed via an alley.

10. Two off-street parking spaces, including one located within a garage, shall be provided for each residential unit.

11. Chapter 19.265 FWRC contains regulations regarding home occupations and other accessories, facilities, and activities associated with this use. Accessory dwelling units are not permitted.

12. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

13. Refer to FWRC 18.55.060 for open space requirements.

14. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

15. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

16. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

17. For affordable housing requirements, see FWRC 19.110.010.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process IV, V, and VI are described in

Chapter 19.70 FWRC,

Chapter 19.75 FWRC,

Chapter 19.80 FWRC respectively.

Multifamily dwelling units (stacked dwelling units)

Process II

7,200 sq. ft. with a density as established on the zoning map

See note 1

20 ft.

5 ft.

5 ft.

60 percent in RM 3.6 zone. 70 percent in RM 2.4 zone and 1.8 zone

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 5

See notes 13, 14 and 15

1. The minimum amount of lot area per dwelling unit is as follows:

    a. In RM 3.6 zones, the subject property must contain at least 3,600 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling unit.

    b. In RM 2.4 zones, the subject property must contain at least 2,400 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling unit.

    c. In RM 1.8 zones, the subject property must contain at least 1,800 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling unit.

2. All buildings must be gabled with pitched roofs.

3. The subject property must contain at least 150 sq. ft. of usable open space per dwelling unit. Developments of five or fewer units are exempt from this usable open space requirement. At least 50 percent of the usable open space must be active open space. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space provided must be common open space. Private open space such as a patio, porch, balcony, or yard may be credited toward total residential usable open space, if such private open space is a minimum of 48 square feet and has a minimum dimension of six feet. At least 10 percent of the required common open space must be developed and maintained with children’s play equipment. If the subject property contains four or more units, this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 25 ft. In addition, if the subject property contains 20 or more units, at least 50 percent of this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 40 ft.

4. If located along an arterial or collector and is visible from the right-of-way, up to 50 percent of the total length of the ground floor facade of all buildings facing a right-of-way may be developed with commercial uses allowed by office/retail use zone chart, FWRC 19.215.010, or entertainment use zone chart, FWRC 19.215.020. The commercial ground floor uses may occupy up to a maximum depth of 15 ft. and a minimum interior height of 13 ft. of commercial space for any single tenant.

5. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a single-family residential zone, then that portion of the structure shall not exceed 30 ft. above average building elevation and the structure shall be set back a minimum of 20 ft. from the property line of the residential zone.

6. Chapter 19.265 FWRC contains regulations regarding accessory uses, buildings, and structures. Accessory dwelling units are not permitted.

7. Chapter 19.270 FWRC contains regulations regarding home occupations.

8. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

9. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

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See notes 5 and 8

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

10. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

11. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

12. For affordable housing requirements, see FWRC 19.110.010.

13. Parking spaces shall be provided as follows:

    Efficiency dwelling units – 1.0 per unit

    Studio dwelling units – 1.25 per unit

    One bedroom dwelling units – 1.5 per unit

    Dwelling units with two bedrooms or more – 2.0 per unit.

14. Alternatively, an applicant may choose to submit a parking study in accordance with FWRC 19.130.080(2).

15. Minimum residential parking requirements subject to FWRC 19.130.020.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Manufactured home parks

Process III

3 acres with at least 5,000 sq. ft. per manufactured home

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

60%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 6

2 per manufactured home

1. This use may be permitted only if it meets the following criteria:

    a. The proposed development will be compatible with surrounding uses.

    b. The proposed site plan demonstrates sensitive and thoughtful layout of the manufactured home park considering the size and configuration of the subject property, the topography and natural feature of the subject property and the nature of the surrounding area.

    c. The proposed site plan avoids repetitive siting of the manufactured homes and encourages privacy for the residents of the manufactured homes.

    d. The streets providing access to the subject property are adequate to support the movement of manufactured homes to and from the subject property.

2. There be at least a 15 ft. separation between manufactured homes on the subject property.

3. The subject property must contain at least 150 sq. ft. of usable open space per dwelling unit. At least 50 percent of the usable open space must be active open space. At least 10 percent of the required common usable open space must be developed and maintained with children’s play equipment except for housing for the exclusive use of persons over 55 years of age, in which case it shall be developed with age-appropriate equipment. If the subject property contains four or more units, this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 25 ft. In addition, if the subject property contains 20 or more units, at least 50 percent of this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 40 ft.

4. No facade of any structure may exceed 120 ft. in length. In addition, any facade of a structure that exceeds 50 ft. in length must be modulated as follows:

    a. The minimum depth of the modulation is three ft.

    b. The minimum width of the modulation is four ft.

    c. The maximum width of the modulation is 35 ft.

5. Each manufactured home must be placed on a permanent foundation or otherwise securely anchored and stabilized. Unless on a foundation, the base of each manufactured home must be surrounded by a skirt. In addition, the exterior appearances of the manufactured homes shall be compatible with the character of existing dwelling units in the area.

6. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

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For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

7. Chapter 19.270 FWRC contains regulations regarding home occupations and other accessories, facilities and activities associated with this use.

8. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

9. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

10. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

11. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Senior citizen housing or special needs housing (stacked dwelling units)

Process II

7,200 sq. ft.

See note 2

20 ft.

5 ft.

5 ft.

60 percent

See note 2

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See notes 2 and 4

Senior citizen housing: 1 for each unit

Special needs housing: 0.5 for each unit

See notes 14 and 15

1. All buildings must be gabled with pitched roofs.

2. The city will determine the number of dwelling units or occupancy rooms or suites in the proposed development and may permit or require modification of the required yard, lot coverage, height, landscaping, and other similar dimensional and site design requirements based on the following criteria:

    a. The specific nature of the occupancy and the persons that will be housed in the proposed development.

    b. The size of the dwelling units or occupancy rooms, or suites and the specific configuration of and facilities within these units, rooms or suites.

    c. The impacts on nearby residential uses of the proposed development.

    d. The architecture, site design and other design features of the proposed development.

3. The city may approve the limited commercial establishments listed in subsection (3)(c) of this section, if all of the following criteria are satisfied:

    a. Locating limited commercial uses on the subject property is clearly reasonable considering the site of the subject property, the location of the subject property and access to the subject property.

    b. Any adverse impacts or undesirable effects of locating retail establishments on the subject property can be eliminated or significantly reduced through conditions imposed as part of the approval.

    c. The city may approve the following limited retail establishments under this section:

    (1) Grocery stores containing no more than 3,000 sq. ft.

    (2) Pharmacies.

    (3) Clothing cleaners.

    (4) Beauty and/or barber shops.

    (5) Banks, excluding drive-in facilities.

    (6) Travel agents.

    (7) Restaurants, including fast food restaurants.

    (8) Arts and craft supply stores.

    (9) Flower and gift shops.

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See notes 2, 4 and 7

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

4. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a single-family residential zone, then that portion of the structure shall not exceed 30 ft. above average building elevation and the structure shall be set back a minimum of 20 ft. from the property line of the residential zone.

5. Chapter 19.265 FWRC contains regulations regarding accessory uses, buildings and structures. Accessory dwelling units are not permitted.

6. Chapter 19.270 FWRC contains regulations regarding home occupations.

7. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

8. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

9. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

10. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

11. For affordable housing requirements, see FWRC 19.110.010.

12. The subject property must provide usable open space in a total amount equal to at least 100 sq. ft. per dwelling unit. Developments of five or fewer units are exempt from this usable open space requirement. At least 50 percent of the usable open space must be active open space. All eligible usable open space shall also meet the requirements specified in FWRC 19.115.115. A fee-in-lieu option is available for up to 50 percent of the usable open space as specified in FWRC 19.115.115.

13. Any common open space requirements for senior housing or special needs housing may be reduced at the discretion of the director, if an open space study documents that less common open space will be adequate to serve the needs of the residents.

14. Alternatively, an applicant may choose to submit a parking study in accordance with FWRC 19.130.080(2).

15. Minimum residential parking requirements subject to FWRC 19.130.020.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Permanent supportive housing and transitional housing

Process III

7,200 sq. ft.

See note 2

20 ft.

5 ft.

5 ft.

60%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation. In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See notes 10, 11 and 14

1. Any proposed permanent supportive housing or transitional housing facility with more than two units, or which brings the total number of permanent supportive housing or transitional housing units on the property to more than three units, must be distanced at least one and one-third miles (7,040 ft.) from any property with more than three units of permanent supportive housing and/or transitional housing, as measured from the nearest points of each such property.

2. There shall be no more than 50 residences located within a single facility or complex; and the minimum amount of lot area per dwelling is as follows:

    a. In RM 3.6 zones, the subject property must contain at least 3,600 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling.

    b. In RM 2.4 zones, the subject property must contain at least 2,400 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling.

    c. In RM 1.8 zones, the subject property must contain at least 1,800 sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling.

3. The property is situated proximate to, and has convenient access to, public transportation, shopping, health care providers, and other services and facilities frequently utilized by the residents of the property.

4. The housing will be operated under the authority of a reputable governing board, social service, or government agency, or proprietor, to whom staff are responsible and who will be available to city officials, if necessary, to resolve concerns pertaining to the property or residents.

5. The housing will operate under a written community engagement plan, approved by the governing agency, board, or official, which must address, at a minimum: (a) how the facility will engage with the community; (b) how the facility will respond to community complaints or concerns; and (c) who is the point of contact for the community. The plan shall be provided to the city prior to occupancy and shall be updated and provided to the city as substantive changes are made to the plan.

6. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

7. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

8. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

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For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

9. The subject property must contain at least 150 sq. ft. of usable open space per dwelling unit. Developments of five or fewer units are exempt from this usable open space requirement. At least 50 percent of the usable open space must be active open space. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space provided must be common open space. Private open space such as a patio, porch, balcony, or yard may be credited toward total residential usable open space, if such private open space is a minimum of 48 sq. ft. and has a minimum dimension of six ft. At least 10 percent of the required common open space must be developed and maintained with children’s play equipment, except for housing for the exclusive use of persons over 55 years of age, in which case it shall be developed with age-appropriate equipment. If the subject property contains four or more units, the required usable open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 25 ft. In addition, if the subject property contains 20 or more units, at least 50 percent of this required open space must be in one or more pieces each having a length and width of at least 40 ft.

10. Parking spaces shall be provided as follows:

    Efficiency units – 1.0 per unit + one per two employees

    Studio units – 1.25 per unit + one per two employees

    One bedroom units – 1.5 per unit + one per two employees

    Units with two bedrooms or more – 2.0 per unit + one per two employees

11. Alternatively, an applicant may choose to submit a parking study in accordance with FWRC 19.130.080(2).

12. The housing will operate under a written operational plan that will include, at a minimum, the following:

    a. Residents must be referred by providers of housing and services for people experiencing homelessness. Direct intake of residents at the site, without prior referral, is not allowed.

    b. A description of transit, pedestrian and bicycle access from the subject site to services and schools must be provided to residents.

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For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

    c. An operations plan must be provided that addresses the following elements:

    i. Roles and responsibilities of key staff;

    ii. Site/facility management, including a security and emergency plan;

    iii. Site/facility maintenance;

    iv. Occupancy policies, consistent with Chapter 59.18 RCW, including resident responsibilities and a code of conduct that includes, at a minimum, a prohibition on threatening and unsafe behavior; and the on-site use and sale of illegal drugs;

    v. Access to human and social services, including a staffing plan and expected outcome measures;

    vi. Procedures for maintaining accurate and complete records.

    d. Providers and/or managing agencies shall have either a demonstrated experience providing similar services to people experiencing homelessness, and/or certifications or academic credentials in an applicable human service field, and/or applicable experience in a related program with people experiencing homelessness.

    e. For health and safety reasons, the sponsor and/or managing agency shall take all reasonable and legal steps to obtain verifiable identification information, including full name and date of birth, from current and prospective residents, and shall keep a log containing this information.

    f. Should the provider become aware of a current or prospective resident who has an active felony warrant, it shall follow a protocol to work with the participant to resolve any outstanding warrants with applicable legal authorities.

13. All facilities are required to be licensed pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 12.35 FWRC.

14. Minimum residential parking requirements subject to FWRC 19.130.020.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Convalescent center or nursing home. This use permitted only in RM 1.8 zones

Process IV

7,200 sq. ft.

20 ft.

5 ft.

5 ft.

70%

35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 3

1 for each 3 beds and 1 for each 2 employees

1. The city may approve this use if it meets the following criteria:

    a. The impacts of this use on surrounding residential areas will be no greater than development of the subject property with stacked or attached dwelling units to the maximum density permitted in this zone.

    b. The streets and public improvements in the area are adequate to serve the proposed use and development.

    c. The site plan is designed to reduce or eliminate undesirable effects on nearby residential uses.

2. The city may impose more stringent or different required yard, lot coverage, height, landscaping and other similar site design and dimensional requirements on this proposed use beyond and in addition to the requirements established in this title.

3. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

4. No facade of any structure may exceed 120 ft. in length. In addition, any facade of a structure that exceeds 50 ft. in length must be modulated as follows:

    a. The minimum depth of the modulation is three ft.

    b. The minimum width of the modulation is four ft.

    c. The maximum width of the modulation is 35 ft.

5. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

6. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

7. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

8. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Church, synagogue or other place of religious worship

Process IV

See note 1

7,200 sq. ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

30 ft. above average building elevation but no taller than 55 ft.

See notes 4, 5, 6, and 7

1 for each 5 seats or 10 lineal ft. of bench seating

1. If the subject property, along with any contiguous area intended for future use for the religious activities or related purposes, is more than five acres, the use must also obtain master plan approval as part of the process IV review and approval. The master plan must show the ultimate development of the site including all buildings, parking and circulation areas, other major improvements and buffers. For proposals also requiring a development agreement, the city council’s public hearing on a development agreement shall take the place of the public hearing for master plan approval by the hearing examiner.

2. The subject property may contain a rectory or similar dwelling unit for use by the religious leader of the congregation. If this is a detached dwelling unit, its setbacks are as established for detached dwelling units in the zone.

3. The subject property must be adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

4. Architectural extensions of flat rooflines such as parapets and articulated cornices may exceed the 30-ft. base height limit by three ft.

5. Maximum height of any portion of the principal structure may be increased from 30 ft. to 40 ft., if all of the following are met:

    a. The additional height is necessary to accommodate the particular use conducted in the building; and

    b. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation; and

    c. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

6. Maximum height of the sanctuary or principal worship area may be increased to 55 ft., if all of the following criteria are met:

    a. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation.

    b. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

7. Religious symbols and icons for churches and other religious institutions may exceed the highest point of the underlying roof on which it is mounted by an additional 15 ft.; provided, that such symbol is a minor architectural accent and only one such symbol is permitted on the principal structure for this use and that the maximum height of the structure or icon does not exceed 55 ft. above average building elevation.

8. Parking may be located within required yards, but not closer than 15 ft. to side and rear property lines.

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See notes 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

9. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

10. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

11. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

12. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Day care facilities, commercial, for up to 50 attendees

Process III for 12 or fewer attendees; otherwise Process IV

7,200 sq. ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

75%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

1 for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area

1. This use may locate on the subject property only if it will not be detrimental to the character of the neighborhood in which it is located and:

    a. It will serve the immediate area in which it is located; or

    b. The subject property is adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

2. If the use will serve children, the subject property must contain an outdoor play area with at least 75 sq. ft. for each child using the area at any one time. This play area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or other screen at least six ft. in height. Play equipment and structured play areas may not be in required yards.

3. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to reduce impact on nearby residential uses.

4. The city may require an on-site passenger loading area, depending on the number and nature of attendees and the extent and nature of existing street improvements.

5. Site design, including, the location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

6. May include accessory living facilities for one staff person.

7. This use must comply with the requirements of the State Department of Social and Health Services and/or the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

8. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

9. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

10. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

11. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Schools

Process III

7,200 sq. ft.

If this can accommodate 50 or more attendees, then:

75%

55 ft. above average building elevation for gyms if located 100 ft. or more from an adjacent residential zone

For all other structures, in RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See notes 7 – 9 and 16

High school: 1 for each employee and 1 for each 10 students

Elementary/Middle: 1 for each employee

1. This use may locate on the subject property only if it will not be detrimental to the character of the neighborhood in which it is located and:

    a. It will serve the immediate area in which it is located; or

    b. The subject property is adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

2. If the use will serve children, the subject property must contain an outdoor play area with at least 75 sq. ft. for each child using the area at any one time. This play area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or other screen at least six ft. in height. Play equipment and structured play areas may not be in required yards.

3. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to reduce impact on nearby residential uses.

4. The city may require an on-site passenger loading area, depending on the number and nature of attendees and the extent and nature of existing street improvements.

5. Site design, including, the location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

6. All activities pertaining to schools, such as auto-repair or other uses that may impact adjacent properties, must take place within an enclosed building.

7. For all structures except gyms, if any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

8. For all structures except gyms, if the structure is located 100 ft. or more from an adjacent low density zone, the maximum height may be increased to 40 ft. if all of the following criteria are met:

    a. The additional height is necessary to accommodate the particular use conducted in the building; and

    b. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased five ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation.

9. For any structure, including gyms, an increase in height above 30 ft. in RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, and 35 ft. in RM 1.8 zones, shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

10. May include accessory living facilities for one staff person.

11. This use must comply with the requirements of the State Department of Social and Health Services and/or the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

12. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

13. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

14. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

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50 ft.

50 ft.

50 ft.

Otherwise:

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

15. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

16. Minor and supporting structures constructed as a functional requirement of schools may exceed the applicable height limitation; provided, that the director of community development services determines that such structures will not significantly impact adjacent properties.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Private noncommercial sports fields or similar open area uses

Process III

None

Determined on a case-by-case basis

75%

Determined on a case-by-case basis

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. The city may permit this use only if it meets the following criteria:

    a. It will not unreasonably interfere with any nearby residential uses.

    b. The streets and utilities serving the subject property can support the traffic and demand generated by the proposed use and activity.

    c. Any undesirable effects or impacts from this use are clearly outweighed by its benefits.

2. The city will determine what minor accessory facilities, such as, but not limited to, changing rooms and storage sheds may be located on the subject property on a case-by-case basis.

3. The city may impose limitations to reduce or eliminate any undesirable effectors or impacts of this proposed development. This may include, but is not limited to, limiting the hours of operation of the use and facilities on the subject property.

4. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

    a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

5. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Community recreation area or clubhouse

Process III

7,200 sq. ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

75%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 3

1 for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area

1. Hours of operation may be limited to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

2. Site design and specific uses and activities within the facility may be limited by the city to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

3. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

4. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

5. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Public transit shelter

Process I

None

0

0

0

100%

15 ft. above average building elevation

None

1. May install route and information signs and markers.

2. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

3. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

4. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Public utility

Process III

None

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

75%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 2

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. May be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. The city may require additional landscaping or buffers on a case-by-case basis.

4. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

5. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Government facility

Process III

None

20 ft.

10 ft.

10 ft.

75%

In RM 3.6 and 2.4 zones, 30 ft. above average building elevation.

In RM 1.8 zones, 35 ft. above average building elevation

See note 2

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. May be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. The city may require additional landscaping or buffers on a case-by-case basis.

4. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

5. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

6. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Public parks

Process III

None

Determined on a case-by-case basis

75%

Determined on a case-by-case basis

See note 7

Determined by the parks director

1. This city will determine the specific structures and facilities and the nature and extent of improvements within each park based on the following factors:

    a. The size and location of the park.

    b. The neighborhood in which it is located.

    c. The recreational needs of the neighborhood in which it is located and the city or region as a whole.

    d. The best interests of the public.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density zone, then either:

    a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

    b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density zone shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this title may apply to the subject property.

4. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

5. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

6. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.115 FWRC.

7. Minor and supporting structures constructed as a functional requirement of public parks may exceed the applicable height limitation; provided, that the director of community development services determines that such structures will not significantly impact adjacent properties.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Personal wireless service facility (PWSF)

See note 3 for allowed types of PWSFs

Process II

See note 1

See note 1

See note 1

See note 1

Refer to FWRC 19.256.150 for maximum heights for allowed types of PWSFs

See note 2

Not allowed on a PWSF

N/A

1. Not applicable. PWSFs allowed on existing structures only.

2. All PWSFs shall be landscaped and screened in accordance with Chapter 19.125 FWRC and the provisions of the PWSF development regulations. At a minimum, a five ft. type III landscaping area shall be required around the facility, unless the community development services director determines that the facility is adequately screened.

3. New freestanding PWSFs are not allowed. PWSFs shall be allowed only on existing towers, on publicly used structures not located in public rights-of-way, on existing structures located in the BPA trail, and on existing structures in appropriate public rights-of-way. Refer to FWRC 19.256.150 for development standards applicable to allowed types of PWSFs.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.

Community gardens, urban farms, and farm stands

Cottage food operations

Process I for community gardens, urban farms, and farm stands

See note 1

None for cottage food operations

None

20 ft.

5 ft.

5 ft.

No max. lot coverage is established. The buildable area will be determined by other site development requirements

15 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. Urban agriculture uses that exceed 10,000 square feet in lot area shall be required to provide public notice per requirements outlined in Chapter 19.262 FWRC.

2. Fertilizer, pesticides, and other chemicals used must be typical of household use only.

3. Only mechanical equipment designed for household use may be used.

4. For provisions that relate to on-site sales of plants and food products produced on site see Chapter 19.262 FWRC.

5. Refer to Chapter 19.265 FWRC to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

6. Refer to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

    a. Community garden/urban farm planting areas, including raised beds, may be located within required yards and perimeter landscaping areas when the intent of Chapter 19.125 FWRC is met.

    b. This use is exempt from the requirements of FWRC 19.125.060 except in cases where the director may find that landscaping prescribed under this section is necessary related to some component of the use other than planting areas.

7. For provisions that relate to keeping of animals, see Chapter 19.260 FWRC.

8. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Chapter 19.140 FWRC.

9. See Chapter 19.262 FWRC for full range of development regulations applicable to urban agriculture. If provisions of this use zone chart conflict with provisions of Chapter 19.262 FWRC, the provisions of Chapter 19.262 FWRC shall control.

See note 6

For other information about parking and parking areas, see Chapter 19.130 FWRC.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see FWRC 19.110.050 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see FWRC 19.125.160 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

Chapter 19.55 FWRC,

Chapter 19.60 FWRC,

Chapter 19.65 FWRC,

Chapter 19.70 FWRC respectively.