Chapter 11.185
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
Sections:
11.185.030 Action of review authority.
11.185.040 Time limit on approval of conditional use permit.
11.185.010 Purpose.
It is the purpose of this chapter to allow for the review of proposed uses which, because of considerations of traffic, noise, lighting, hazards, health and environmental issues, require a case-by-case review to determine if the use is appropriate on the site and in the vicinity. The imposition of conditions on the approval of an application can occur in order to reduce impacts to adjacent properties and uses. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.021, 2001).
11.185.020 Review process.
A. A temporary use permit shall be subject to a Type I review consistent with RCC 11.245.070.
B. A conditional use permit shall be subject to a Type II review consistent with RCC 11.245.080. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.022, 2001).
11.185.030 Action of review authority.
A. A temporary use permit may be approved, in whole or in part, with or without conditions, if all of the following findings of fact can be made in an affirmative manner:
1. The temporary use shall occur for a maximum of six months.
2. The operation of the requested use at the location proposed and within the time period specified will not jeopardize, endanger, or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety, or general welfare.
3. The proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the temporary use without detriment to the use and enjoyment of other properties in the project vicinity.
4. The project makes adequate provision for access and circulation, water supply, storm drainage, sanitary sewage disposal, emergency services, and environmental protection.
5. Adequate temporary parking to accommodate vehicular traffic to be generated by the use will be available either on site or at alternate locations acceptable to the review authority.
B. The planning commission may approve a conditional use permit in whole or in part, with or without conditions, if all of the following findings of fact can be made in an affirmative manner:
1. The project is consistent with the Ritzville Comprehensive Plan and meets the requirements and intent of this title, including the type of land use; the density/intensity of the proposed development; and the protection of critical areas, if applicable.
2. The project makes adequate provision for access and circulation, water supply, storm drainage, sanitary sewage disposal, emergency services, and environmental protection to ensure that the proposed project would not be detrimental to public health and safety.
3. The project adequately mitigates impacts identified through the SEPA review process, if required.
4. The project is beneficial to the public health, safety, and welfare, and is in the public interest. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.023, 2001).
11.185.040 Time limit on approval of conditional use permit.
A. Authorization of a temporary use permit shall be valid for the time specified in the approval, but not to exceed six months.
B. Authorization of a conditional use permit shall be valid for three years from the effective date, and shall lapse at that time unless a building permit has been issued and substantial construction has taken place or the use has commenced.
C. The planning commission may extend the conditional use permit one year if it finds that the facts on which the conditional use permit was approved have not changed substantially.
D. If the use authorized under a conditional use permit ceases or is interrupted for six consecutive months or more, then a new conditional use permit will be required. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.024, 2001).