Chapter 20.68 GENERAL REGULATIONS

The provisions of this chapter are of general application for the various buildings and uses to one or more of the designated districts. It is the intent of this chapter to promote and protect property values and to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the citizenry. (Ord. 485 § 11.01, 1971).

20.68.020 Building height exceptions – Through lots.

A. On through lots having a depth of 150 feet or less, the building height thereon may be measured from the adjoining sidewalk level on either street.

B. On through lots having a depth of more than 150 feet, the height regulations and basis of height measurements for the street permitting the greater height shall apply to a depth of not more than 150 feet from such street. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.01(A), 1971).

20.68.030 Roof structures.

Roof structures for the housing of elevators, stairways, tanks, ventilating fans and similar equipment required to operate and maintain the building, fire or parapet walls, skylights, towers, flagpoles, chimneys, smokestacks, wireless masts, TV antennas, steeples and similar structures may be erected above the height limits prescribed in each of the use districts, provided that no roof structure, feature or any other device above the prescribed height limit shall be allowed or used for the purpose of providing additional floor space. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.01(B), 1971).

20.68.040 General yard regulations.

Yard requirements for property abutting partial or future street rights-of-way:

A. Except as provided in paragraph B of this section, no building shall be erected on a lot which abuts a street having only a portion of its required width dedicated, unless the yards provided and maintained in connection with such building have a width and/or depth needed to complete the street width plus the width and/or depth of the yards required on the lot by each use district.

B. Where a precise plan of the comprehensive plan adopted pursuant to law includes the plans for the widening of existing streets, the connecting of existing streets, or the establishment of new streets, the placement of buildings and the establishment of yards where required by each use district shall relate to the future street boundaries as determined by the precise plans or the comprehensive plan. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.02(A), 1971).

20.68.050 Open space and yards around buildings.

A. No yard or open space provided around any building shall be considered as providing a yard or open space for any other building.

B. No yard or open space on adjoining property shall be considered as providing required yard or open space for another lot or development site.

C. No front yards provided around any building shall be used for public or private parking areas or garages, or other accessory buildings, except as specifically provided in PMC 20.72.050. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.02(B), 1971).

20.68.060 Special setback for garages.

There shall be provided at least 20 feet of driveway, accessway or maneuvering space as measured through the center of the driveway, accessway, or maneuvering space from the street line to the foremost point of any building or portion of building that is designed or intended or which could be construed to be used for the temporary or permanent parking of motor vehicles, provided the building is wholly enclosed on three or more sides. The purpose of this requirement is to require parking of motor vehicles wholly on private property. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.02(C), 1971).

20.68.070 Common property line.

When the common property line separating two or more contiguous lots is covered by a building or a permitted group of buildings, or when the placement of a building or buildings with respect to such common property line or lines does not fully conform to the required yard spaces on each side of such common property line or lines, such lots shall constitute a single development site and the yards as required by each use district shall then not apply to such common property lines. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.02(D), 1971).

20.68.080 Single-family residential fences.

A. Fence Height Limitations – Interior Lot (See Figure 20.68.080(A)).

Figure 20.68.080(A) – Interior Lot

B. Fence Height Limitations – Corner Lot (See Figures 20.68.080(B) and 20.68.080(B)(2)).

Figure 20.68.080(B) – Corner Lot

Figure 20.68.080(B)(2) – Site Distance Triangle

C. Fence Height Limitations – Through Lot (See Figure 20.68.080(C)).

Figure 20.68.080(C) – Through Lot

D. Fence Height in the Front Yard Setback – Exceptions.

1. Fences may be up to six feet in height in the front yard as long as the fence provides at least 50 percent visibility into the property, except as provided below.

2. Fences in the front yard may be solid up to four feet in height.

E. Fences constructed from the following material shall be prohibited: plywood less than five-eighths-inch thick, particle board, pallets, paper, visqueen plastic, plastic tarp, cloth, or material similar to any of the previously listed materials. (Ord. 2054 § 3, 2022; Ord. 1995 § 2, 2018; Ord. 953 § 1, 1984; Ord. 691 § 1, 1978; Ord. 485 § 11.04.03(A), 1971).

20.68.085 Fences with architectural features.

A. Architectural Features Permitted. Architectural features (such as trellises and lattice panels) may be added to the top of a permitted fence in the side and rear yard setback as long as the following standards are met:

1. Additional Height with Architectural Feature. An architectural feature (such as a trellis or lattice panel), which is no more than 24 inches in height, may be added above the maximum height limit of the fences as specified in this subsection as long as there remains at least 50 percent visibility to the property through the architectural feature.

2. Maximum Fence Height with Architectural Features. The overall height of the fence, including any architectural features, shall not exceed eight feet in height above finished grade in side yards not closer than 20 feet from the front property line and rear yard.

3. Archway and Arbors. A single archway or arbor is permitted within the front yard, as a pedestrian entrance, to a maximum height of eight feet and a maximum width of five feet.

(Ord. 2054 § 4, 2022).

20.68.090 Greenbelt.

Greenbelt or sight-obscuring constructions, where required by provisions in this title, shall be of dense coniferous plantings, or climbing varieties of nondeciduous vines on permanently installed aluminum mesh fencing or architectural fencing of such design and material that retains its attractiveness with nominal maintenance. Fences which deprive adjacent properties of a natural view of a landscape which is a contributing factor in the value of the land, are prohibited. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.03 (B), 1971).

20.68.100 Height of fences and walls.

In any commercial or industrial district, fences or walls not to exceed eight feet in height may be located or maintained in any yard, except on corner lots where the 20-foot setback is required on both streets. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.03(C), 1971).

20.68.110 Front yard fence and wall waivers.

Waiver of the front yard requirements and the wall and fence provisions may be obtained by appeal to the hearing examiner, upon application by any person who proves he can provide equal esthetic qualities by other means. The hearing examiner shall consider such application on the basis of esthetic value of the substitute plan. The substitute plan must:

A. Provide adequate vision clearance for motorized and nonmotorized vehicles, both those passing on the street and those leaving the development site;

B. Include landscaping;

C. Provide a front yard of at least six feet along at least half the frontage; and

D. Not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.

The hearing examiner shall use the above-stated regulations and other criteria it deems appropriate in any such waiver. (Ord. 1686 § 1, 2008; Ord. 485 § 11.04.03(D), 1971).

20.68.120 Lot area exception.

A. The owner of a recorded lot which has less total area than required for building by this chapter may apply for a building permit which shall be granted if the owner demonstrates either of the following:

1. That the lot in question has been a recorded portion of a recorded subdivision in King County, Washington, before December 31, 1969, and the owner does not have contiguous lot(s) which could be utilized to supply the required area and/or the owner is unable to acquire a contiguous lot(s) which would supply the required area; or

2. Lots of development size which, as a process of their creation, were approved with substandard area by the city.

B. This section shall affect only the requirements for lot size, and will have no effect on setback requirements or other requirements prescribed by this chapter. (Ord. 1505 § 11, 2001; Ord. 852 §§ 1, 2, 1981; Ord. 485 § 11.04.04, 1971).

20.68.130 Principal buildings and uses and accessory buildings.

A. Hereinafter, any building which is the only building on a lot is a principal building.

B. In any residential district, there shall be only one principal use per lot or development site, provided that home occupations shall be allowed where permitted.

C. In any residential district, there shall be no more than two accessory buildings on any lot or development site. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.05, 1971).

20.68.140 Lot coverage, parking coverage, outdoor living area requirements.

For all buildings and uses the following shall mean the maximum permitted lot coverage, maximum coverage of public or private parking areas or garages, and/or combined maximum lot and parking coverage required in the various districts expressed in percentage of the area of the lot or development site in which district such coverage is permitted or required. Outdoor living area is required, as indicated below by the minimum percentage. This minimum should never be confused with being the maximum.

A. Maximum Lot Coverage.

RML, 40 percent;

RMH, 45 percent;

B. Maximum Parking Area Coverage.

RML and RMH, 30 percent;

C. Combined Maximum Lot and Parking Area Coverage.

RML, 60 percent,

RMH, 70 percent;

D. Minimum Outdoor Living Area.

RML and RMH, 10 percent of the gross floor area of the dwelling.

Combined coverage figure permits more flexibility in district coverage regulations. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.06, 1971).

20.68.150 Yard exceptions and permitted intrusions into required yards.

The following intrusions may project into required yards to the extent and under the conditions and limitations indicated:

A. Depressed Ramps. In any district, open-work fences, hedges, guard railings or other landscaping or architectural devices for safety protection around depressed ramps or stairs may be located in required yards provided that such devices are not more than three and one-half feet in height;

B. Accessory Buildings. In any case where a through lot has a depth of not more than 140 feet, accessory buildings may be located in one of the required front yards provided that every portion of such accessory building is not less than 10 feet from the nearest street line;

C. Projecting Building Features. The following building features may project into the required front yard no more than five feet and into the required interior yards no more than two feet provided that such projections are no closer than three feet to any interior lot line:

1. Eaves, cornices, belt courses, sills, awnings, buttresses or other similar features;

2. Chimneys and fireplaces, provided they do not exceed eight feet in width;

3. Porches, platforms or landings which do not extend above the level of the first floor of the building. (Ord. 485 § 11.04.07, 1971).

20.68.160 Performance standards.

Any dissemination incident to a permitted use shall comply with the standards established in this section:

A. The noise emanating from premises used for industrial activities shall be muffled so as not to become objectionable due to intermittent beat, frequency or shrillness, and where an industrial use adjoins a residential district, the noise loudness measured at the boundary line shall not exceed 40 decibels between the hours of 11:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. and 60 decibels at other hours.

B. Industrial and exterior lighting shall not be used in such a manner that produces glare on public highways and neighboring property. Arc welding, acetylene torchcutting or similar processes shall be performed so as not to be seen from any point beyond the outside of the property.

C. In terms of fire and safety hazards, the storage and handling of flammable liquids, liquefied petroleum, gases and explosives shall comply with rules and regulations falling under the jurisdiction of the city fire chief, the laws of the state and other local ordinances: Bulk storage of inflammable liquids below ground shall be permitted, and the tank shall be located not closer to the property line than the greatest dimension (diameter, length or height) of the tank.

D. Provisions must be made for necessary shielding or other preventative measures against interferences occasioned by mechanical, electrical, electronic and nuclear equipment, uses, or processes with electrical apparatus in nearby buildings or land uses.

E. The emission of obnoxious odors of any kind shall not be permitted nor the emission of any toxic or corrosive fumes or gases; provided, that the emission of odors pursuant to and in compliance with a permit or similar approval issued by the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) shall be allowed and shall be subject to the concurrent jurisdiction of the city and the PSCAA. Any odor complaint received by the city relating to an entity with a permit or similar approval by the PSCAA shall be referred to the PSCAA for investigation. PSCAA shall be responsible for investigating the complaint. The city may participate in the investigation of the complaint in coordination with PSCAA. In the case of city participation, PSCAA shall be the lead agency and shall make the final decision regarding an odor complaint. Dust created by an industrial operation shall not be exhausted or wasted into the air.

F. The emission of smoke or particulate matter of a density equal to or greater than number 3 on the Ringlemann Chart as currently published and used by the U.S. Bureau of Mines is prohibited at all times.

Dust and other types of air pollution borne by the wind from such sources as storage areas and roads shall be minimized by appropriate landscaping, paving, oiling or other acceptable means. Emission of particulate matter in excess of 0.2 grain per cubic foot of conveying gas or air measured at any property line is prohibited.

G. Smoke Emission Rates. The rate of emission of particulate matter from all sources on any property shall not exceed a net weight of one pound per acre of property during any one hour.

H. Liquid and solid wastes, storage of animal or vegetable waste which attract insects or rodents or otherwise create a health hazard, shall be prohibited. No waste products shall be exposed to view from eye level from any property line.

I. Open Storage. All storage shall be located within an area not closer than 20 feet from the street right-of-way line and shall be enclosed with a heavy wire fence or of a similar type, with the top of the fence not less than six feet above the adjoining street level, or by an attractive hedge or board fence at least six feet high.

In case of the open storage of lumber, coal, or other combustible material, a roadway shall be provided, graded, surfaced and maintained from the street to the rear of the property, to permit free access of fire trucks at any time. (Ord. 2021 § 2, 2020; Ord. 485 § 11.05, 1971).

20.68.170 Uses subject to conditional use permit in any district.

The following uses shall require a conditional use permit issued at a public hearing in accordance with PMC 16.10.060 and 16.20.020, before the location and operation thereof is permitted:

A. Airports and landing fields;

B. Amusement parks;

C. Carnivals and circuses, if established for more than two weeks, except those in conjunction with a county fair or other outdoor governmentally sponsored event;

D. Cemeteries;

E. Facilities for the care and/or lodging of alcoholics;

F. Garbage dumps, sanitary landfills;

G. Heliports and helistops;

H. Jails or penal farms;

I. Mental hospitals;

J. Pound (dog or cat);

K. Racetracks, including dragstrips and go-cart tracks.

Where a use is not authorized, or where ambiguity exists concerning the appropriate classification or procedure for the establishment of a particular use or type of development within the meaning and intent of this section, the use or type of development may be established by conditional use permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20.20 PMC until such time as this section is amended. (Ord. 2029 § 5, 2020; Ord. 485 § 11.06, 1971).

20.68.180 Home occupations – Intent.

A. The home occupation provision is permitted as an accessory residential use in recognition of the needs of many people who are engaged in small-scale business ventures which could not be sustained if it were necessary to lease commercial quarters for them, or which, in the nature of the home occupation, cannot be expanded to full-scale employment, e.g., mothers who must support and remain at home with preschool children, etc.

B. It is the intent of this title that full-scale commercial or professional operations, which would ordinarily be conducted in a commercial or industrial district, continue to be conducted in such a district and not at home. (Ord. 1779 § 1, 2010; Ord. 485 § 11.07, 1971).

20.68.190 Home occupations – Standards.

Home occupations shall be required to have a business license pursuant to Chapter 5.02 PMC and shall then be permitted, providing that each such home occupation meets the following criteria:

A. Is carried on exclusively by a member or members of a family residing in the dwelling unit.

B. No sign is used other than a nameplate not over one square foot in area.

C. There is no display that will indicate from the exterior that the building is being used in whole or in part for any purpose other than a dwelling.

D. There is no outside storage of materials.

E. There is a restriction of not more than three children plus family for day nurseries. (Day nurseries with more than three children shall be permitted as outlined in this title.)

F. There are no outside paid employees.

G. The building shall retain the characteristics of a residence.

H. The use shall not adversely impact the residential character of the neighborhood.

I. Does not require truck delivery or pickup beyond that common to a residential dwelling.

J. Does not involve production, generation, storage or use of hazardous waste, as defined by the State Department of Ecology.

K. Involves only sales which are an incidental use and which do not constitute regular retail sales on the premises. (Ord. 1779 § 2, 2010; Ord. 485 § 11.07.01, 1971).

20.68.195 Home occupations – Exemptions.

Garage sales, yard sales, bake sales, temporary home boutiques or bazaars for handcrafted items, parties for the display of domestic products, and other like uses, conducted exclusively by the occupants, as long as the use does not operate for more than four times in any one calendar year period and three days of sale in any seven-day period, or in violation of any other provisions of the Pacific Municipal Code. To qualify for this exemption, garage and yard sales must involve only the sale of household goods, none of which were purchased for the purpose of resale. Tents or other temporary structures used in conjunction with any garage or yard sale shall not exceed 120 square feet in area, and shall be located totally on private property in a manner that preserves visibility from driveways and public rights-of-way. (Ord. 1779 § 3, 2010).

20.68.200 Supportive housing facilities standards.

A. Purpose and Applicability.

1. The purpose of this section is to establish reasonable standards for the safe operation and appropriate siting of supportive housing facilities within the city of Pacific, so as to protect public health and safety for both facility residents and the broader community.

2. This section applies to “supportive housing facilities” as defined in PMC 20.04.603.

B. Performance Standards.

1. General for All Supportive Housing Facilities (“Facilities”).

General.

a. All supportive housing facilities must comply with the provisions of the buildings and construction code (Title 17 PMC).

b. When a site includes more than one type of supportive housing facility (“facility”), the more restrictive requirements in this section shall apply.

c. Specific needs of each facility will be reviewed through the conditional use permit process in Chapter 20.20 PMC.

d. Modifications. The decision maker may relax one or more standards in this subsection as follows:

i. The applicant submits a description of the standard to be modified and demonstrates how the modification would result in a safe facility with minimal negative impact to the community and residents under the specific circumstances of the application. In considering whether the modification should be granted, the decision maker shall first consider the effects on the health and safety of facility residents and the neighboring communities. Modification will not be granted if the adverse impact on residents of the facility and/or neighboring communities will be greater than without such modification; or

ii. If strict adherence to the standard(s) will result in the city not having an adequate number of supportive housing facilities of the type proposed to accommodate the city’s projected need for that type of housing or shelter, then the standards may be relaxed. Any modification granted under this subsection shall be only to the extent necessary to accommodate the projected need for that type of housing or shelter and shall be conditioned to mitigate impacts on residents of the facility and/or neighboring communities.

iii. The burden of proof is on the applicant to establish that the application meets the requirement of either subsection (B)(1)(d)(i) or (B)(1)(d)(ii) of this section.

Site and Transit.

e. All supportive housing facilities shall be located within a quarter of a mile walking distance to a transit stop.

f. Facilities shall match the bulk and scale of residential uses allowed in the zone where the facility is located. The design, construction, appearance, physical integrity, and maintenance of the facility shall provide an environment that is attractive, sustainable, functional, appropriate for the surrounding community, and conducive to tenants’ stability.

g. If provided, exterior lighting must be directed downward, and glare must be contained within the facility site to limit the impact on neighboring properties.

h. The minimum number of off-street parking spaces required for each facility will be determined by the decision maker through the approval process, taking into consideration factors such as the potential number of residents, site constraints, and impact on the surrounding neighborhood.

i. A description of transit, pedestrian, and bicycle access from the subject site to services must be provided at the time of application by the sponsor and/or managing agency.

Facility Operations.

j. The sponsor or managing agency shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including King or Pierce County department of health regulations (as is applicable to the location). The sponsor or managing agency shall be subject to inspections by local agencies and/or departments to ensure such compliance and shall implement all directives resulting therefrom within the specified time period.

k. Service providers must exercise reasonable and appropriate on-site supervision of facilities and program participants at all times, unless it can be demonstrated through the operations plan that this level of supervision is not warranted for the population being housed.

l. The sponsor or managing agency must provide an operation plan at the time of the application that adequately addresses the following elements:

i. Name and contact information for key staff;

ii. Roles and responsibilities for key staff;

iii. Site/facility management, including security policies and an emergency plan;

iv. Site/facility maintenance;

v. Occupancy policies, including resident responsibilities and a code of conduct that addresses, at a minimum, the use or sale of alcohol and illegal drugs, threatening or unsafe behavior, and weapon possession;

vi. Provision for human and social services, including staffing plan, credentials or certification, and outcome measures;

vii. Outreach with surrounding property owners and residents and ongoing good neighbor policy; and

viii. Procedures for maintaining accurate and complete records.

m. Sponsors or managing agencies shall demonstrate applicable experience providing similar services to people experiencing homelessness.

2. Additional Requirements for Emergency Housing and Emergency Shelters. In addition to the requirements under subsection (B)(1) of this section, emergency housing and emergency shelters are required to comply with the following:

Facility Standards.

a. Facilities shall not be located closer than 1,000 feet to an elementary, middle, or high school, public park, library, community center, or closer than a half-mile to another supportive housing facility. For the purposes of this subsection, the distance shall be measured in a straight line between the closest property line of the existing facility or the school/park/library/community center use and the closest property line of the proposed facility.

b. In residential zones, no more than one adult bed per 250 square feet of floor area is allowed per facility, and no more than 10 families or 40 total residents, whichever is fewer. For purposes of this section, the following zones are considered residential zones: RO, RS, RML, RMH, NC, MC, and NB.

c. In all other zones, no more than one adult bed per 100 square feet of floor area is allowed per facility, up to 80 residents.

Facility Operations.

d. In residential zones, and in order to maintain the residential nature of the facility, residents must be screened off site by providers of housing and services for people experiencing homelessness.

e. Solid waste receptacles must be provided in multiple locations throughout the facility and site. A regular trash patrol in the immediate vicinity of the site must be provided.

f. Residents and staff must comply with all King or Pierce County health department (as applicable to the site) requirements related to food donations.

g. No children under the age of 18 are allowed to stay overnight in the facility, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, or unless the facility is licensed to provide services to this population.

Facility Services.

h. Residents shall have access to the following services on site; if not provided on site, transportation shall be provided:

i. For all facilities, medical services, including mental and behavioral health counseling and substance abuse assistance.

ii. For emergency housing facilities, access to resources on obtaining permanent housing and access to employment and education assistance.

i. All functions associated with the facility, including adequate waiting space, must take place within a building or on the site proposed to house the facility.

j. The number of toilets and other hygiene facilities required for each facility will be determined by the decision maker on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the King or Pierce County health department after a review of factors such as the potential number and composition of residents.

k. Facilities serving more than five residents shall have dedicated spaces for residents to meet with service providers.

l. The sponsor or managing agency shall coordinate with the homelessness service providers for referrals to their program and with other providers of facilities and services for people experiencing homelessness to encourage access to all appropriate services for their residents.

3. Additional Requirements for Permanent Supportive and Transitional Housing. In addition to the requirements under subsection (B)(1) of this section, permanent supportive housing and transitional housing are required to comply with the following:

Facility Standards.

a. Individual facilities shall not have more than the number of standard dwelling units that would be allowed under the zoning of the property; provided, that in no case shall the number of permanent supportive housing units and transitional housing units allowed on any given property exceed 10 dwelling units. In addition, all density and performance standards of the underlying zone shall continue to apply.

Facility Services.

b. All residents shall have access to appropriate cooking and hygiene facilities.

c. Facilities serving more than five dwelling units shall have dedicated spaces for residents to meet with service providers.

d. Residents shall have access to the following services on site or shall be provided transportation to such services by the sponsor or managing agency:

i. Medical services, including mental and behavior health counseling; and

ii. Employment and education assistance. (Ord. 2053 § 16, 2022).

20.68.210 Home occupations – Action by planning commission.

Repealed by Ord. 1505. (Ord. 485 § 11.07.03, 1971).

20.68.220 Home occupations – Appeals.

Repealed by Ord. 1505. (Ord. 485 § 11.07.04, 1971).

20.68.230 – 20.68.570 Reserved.¹

20.68.580 Miscellaneous uses.

The regulations set forth in PMC 20.68.590 through 20.68.660 qualify or supplement, as the case may be, the regulations within districts stated elsewhere in this title. (Ord. 485 § 11.09, 1971).

20.68.590 Swimming pools.

Swimming pools not completely enclosed within a building having solid walls shall be set back at least five feet from the property lines and shall be completely surrounded by a fence which will have a height of at least five feet. There shall be no openings larger than 36 square inches, except for the gates which shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.01, 1971).

20.68.600 Storage of junk and debris not permitted in residential district.

A. No yard or other open space surrounding an existing building in any residential district, or which is hereafter provided around any building in any residential district, shall be used for the storage of junk, debris or obsolete vehicles; and no land shall be used for such purposes, except as specifically permitted herein.

B. Where this regulation is in conflict with other ordinances, the more stringent regulation shall apply. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.02, 1971).

20.68.610 Storage of commercial vehicles in residential district prohibited.

A. The storage of commercial automobiles and the storage of trucks and construction equipment such as bulldozers, graders, cement mixers, compressors, etc., shall not be permitted on any lot in any residential district, provided that construction equipment may be stored on a lot during the construction of a building thereon, but not to exceed one year.

B. Where this regulation is in conflict with other ordinances, the more stringent regulation shall apply. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.03, 1971).

20.68.620 Location of gasoline pumps.

Gasoline pumps shall be set back not less than 20 feet from any street line to which the pump island is at right angles, and 14 feet from any street line to which the pump island is parallel, and not less than 12 feet from any residential district boundary line. If the pump island is set on an angle on the property with respect to the street, it shall be so located that automobiles stopping for service will not extend over the property line. In no case shall gasoline pumps be set closer than 14 feet from any street line.

Canopies when supported by a column may be located within the setback, but not closer to a street than 14 feet. Projection within 14 feet from a street shall be deemed to be a marquee. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.04, 1971).

20.68.630 Flammable liquid storage.

No flammable liquid may be stored unless and until the storage is found to be complying with the fire prevention code and approved by the fire department. No flammable liquids shall be stored in aboveground tanks which exceed 500 gallons capacity, except in the IL and IH zones. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.05, 1971).

20.68.640 Additional height allowed for public buildings.

Public buildings, public utility buildings, public and parochial schools and churches may be erected to any height provided the building is set back from required building setback lines at least one foot for each additional foot of building height above the maximum height otherwise permitted in the zone in which the building is located. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.06, 1971).

20.68.650 Temporary uses of land and structures.

Repealed by Ord. 1505. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.07, 1971).

20.68.660 Churches.

In approving a permit for churches, the following conditions must be met:

A. All buildings on the site do not cover more than 35 percent of the lot area;

B. Front yards comply with requirements of the district in which it is located;

C. Buildings shall be no closer than 10 feet to any property line;

D. On interior lots, the required side yards may be used to provide off-street parking areas and on corner lots, the interior side yard may be so used. In no case may the required front yard or side yard on the side street be used for off-street parking;

E. All lights provided to illuminate any parking area or building shall be so arranged as to direct light away from any adjoining premises;

F. A solid wall or view-obscuring fence or coniferous hedge, not less than five feet or more than six feet, be installed and maintained on any property line common with or abutting any residentially classified property;

G. Dedication and improvement of public streets and conveyance or dedication of public utility easement as determined by the city. (Ord. 485 § 11.09.08, 1971).

20.68.670 Public and private parks, playgrounds, trails and schools.

A. The purpose of this section is:

1. To foster the appropriate location and layout of public and private parks, playgrounds and recreational areas;

2. To harmonize the various features and facilities of parks and playgrounds with the surrounding area, so as to produce sound, stable, residential neighborhoods;

3. To foster a coordination of public recreational facilities on the part of the city, the school districts, and other public and semipublic agencies.

B. Approvals Necessary – Plans.

1. The director may take any plans for a new public or private park, playground, trail or school to the planning commission and park board for advisory review, preferably at a joint meeting.

2. An application for approval of a permit shall be accompanied by plans showing the general layout and location of roadways, entrances and exits, walks, paths, and buildings and structures; the general layout and location of landscaped areas, play areas, play apparatus areas, hard-surfaced areas, off-street parking, drainage, water supply, sewerage and other features of design.

C. Standards and Requirements.

1. Trees, shrubs, grass and other forms of landscaping shall be provided in sufficient quantities to insure a park-like appearance.

2. Facilities involving lights shall be so located, and the lights shall be designed and located so that glare and discomfort will not be unreasonably detrimental to surrounding land uses.

3. Off-street parking areas and other facilities which attract or are intended to accommodate spectators, shall be screened or located so that the detrimental effects of noise and traffic on any surrounding residential area will be kept to a minimum. Further, no required front yard of the lot on which the building is located shall be used for play or parking purposes.

4. The entire layout and design of the park and playground shall be so arranged as to harmonize with the objectives and characteristics of the zone in which the park and playground are located.

5. Adequate ingress and egress shall be provided for both vehicles and pedestrians which the park, playground or school is intended to serve.

6. All buildings shall maintain a setback of 25 feet from all private property boundaries.

D. Dedication and improvement of public streets and conveyance or dedication of public utility easements shall be determined by the city. (Ord. 1505 § 13, 2001; Ord. 485 § 11.10, 1971).

20.68.680 Setbacks where comprehensive plan sets a street width.

A. The establishment of planned transportation facilities, to include street designations, street widths and building setback lines is necessary in order to insure that there will be adequate amounts of light and air, and to provide for adequate visibility when entering or leaving the streets, to provide for a proper setting for buildings away from the noise and fumes of traffic, to promote safety, to reduce congestion, and to provide space for landscaping, both now and in the future when all streets and highways have been widened to their ultimate width.

B. If the comprehensive plan establishes a planned width for a given street or class of streets, such width determination shall be used in calculating the required yards and building setback lines set forth in this title.

C. Whenever a front or side yard is required for a building abutting on a street which according to the comprehensive plan will be widened or constructed, the depth of such front or side yard shall be measured from the planned street line. (Ord. 1505 § 13, 2001; Ord. 485 § 11.11, 1971).

20.68.690 Secure community transition facilities.

The following siting and performance standards shall apply to all secure community transition facilities (SCTFs) as defined in RCW 71.09.020:

A. Maximum Number of Residents. No SCTF shall house more than 15 persons, excluding resident staff.

B. Siting Criteria. As an essential public facility of regional or statewide importance, any SCTF shall be sited consistent with the essential public facilities process in the Pacific comprehensive plan. This area is generally south of County Line Road. Such facilities should be located in relationship to transportation facilities in a manner appropriate to their transportation needs. Extensive buffering from adjacent uses may be required.

1. The lot line of any new or expanding SCTF shall not be located:

a. Within 330 feet of any residential zone and/or within 600 feet from any existing residential use in the light industrial or commercial zone;

b. Within 1,000 feet from any group residence facility as defined by PMC 20.06.020; and

c. Within one mile from any existing SCTF, work release, prerelease, or similar facilities as defined in RCW 71.09.250(8) and (9);

d. Adjoining, immediately across a street or parking lot from, or within the line of sight of a risk potential activity and facilities as defined in RCW 71.09.020 as amended (i.e., schools, day cares, libraries, parks, school bus stops);

e. In addition, the following are defined as risk potential activities: safe walking zones from schools as defined by the Auburn School District.

2. The distances provided in this subsection shall be measured by following a straight line, without regard to intervening buildings, from the nearest point of the property parcel upon which the proposed use is to be located or expanded, to the nearest point of the parcel of property or the land use district boundary line from which the proposed land use is to be separated.

3. Should the funding for this facility be cut, the facility and all occupants shall immediately be removed from the city.

C. Each facility shall provide on-site dining, on-site laundry or laundry service, and on-site recreation facilities to serve the residents.

D. Each facility shall provide two and one-half parking spaces for each resident.

E. The buildings shall be set back at least 30 feet from all property lines.

F. Building height is limited to 35 feet.

G. A conditional use permit application for an SCTF shall be accompanied by the following:

1. The siting process used for the SCTF, including alternative locations considered;

2. An analysis showing that utmost consideration was given to potential sites such that siting the facility will have no undue impact on any one racial, cultural, or socio-economic group, and that there will not be a resulting concentration of similar facilities in a particular neighborhood, community, jurisdiction, or region;

3. Proposed mitigation measures to reduce impacts on the area of the site;

4. A detailed security plan for the facility and the residents;

5. Proposed operating rules for the facility; and

6. A schedule and analysis of all public input solicited or to be solicited during the siting process, including assurance that comments are reviewed and have been or will be adequately responded to.

H. These submitted materials shall be reviewed by the community development director, chief of police, public works director, city engineer in consultation with the city attorney. The community development director shall include in any recommendation on the requested conditional use permit an analysis of the proposal as they may relate to the findings of fact required under PMC 20.20.080 through 20.20.130. (Ord. 1530 § 3, 2002).

20.68.695 Mobile food vending.

A. Application. The provisions of this section shall apply to all mobile food vending businesses in all zones where such use is permitted.

B. Exemptions. These provisions do not apply to catered, private events or permitted concession sales.

C. Mobile Food Vending As Permitted Uses. Mobile food vending may be permitted as follows:

1. Mobile food vending may be permitted as a primary or accessory use in applicable zones.

2. Mobile food vending may be allowed within parks, plazas, or schools subject to the following:

a. As part of a special event;

b. Approved pursuant to a temporary use permit as provided in Chapter 16.10 PMC; or

c. By concession contract or special use permit pursuant to Chapter 16.10 PMC.

3. Mobile food vending shall not be located within any public right-of-way unless approved through a right-of-way use permit pursuant to Chapter 13.12 PMC.

D. Standards for Mobile Food Vending.

1. Mobile food vendors shall obtain a city of Pacific business license and conform to all King County-Seattle Health Department standards or the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department standards.

2. All mobile food vending operations shall be self-contained; provided, that outdoor seating may be provided.

3. Parking and Circulation.

a. Drive-up and/or drive-through facilities are prohibited.

b. All mobile vending shall be located on an approved surface and maintain adequate pedestrian and vehicular circulation through parking lots.

c. Mobile food vending as a primary use shall provide paved parking adequate to serve customers.

4. Signage. In addition to advertising on the mobile vending vehicle, secondary signage shall also be allowed pursuant to PMC 20.84.260.

5. Mobile food vendors shall comply with all applicable fire codes. (Ord. 1992 § 6, 2018).

20.68.700 Flag lots.

Flag lots (see definition of “lot, flag”) are allowed, provided that:

A. The flagstaff (or panhandle or pipestem) shall be at least 15 feet wide.

B. The area of a flag lot’s flagstaff (or panhandle or pipestem) shall count toward the minimum lot size only if the area of such lot, exclusive of the flagstaff, is not less than 75 percent of the district minimum requirements.

C. A flag lot’s front yard setback shall be measured from the lot line a or b as shown in the following illustration, at the owner’s discretion. A flag lot’s rear yard setback shall be measured from the lot line opposite the chosen front lot line.

Illustration of a Flag Lot

(Ord. 1578 § 4, 2004; Ord. 1489 § 2, 2001).

Code reviser’s note: Ordinance 1505 places former PMC 20.68.230 through 20.68.570, concerning planned unit developments, in Chapter 20.69 PMC.