Chapter 11.190
SITE PLAN REVIEW
Sections:
11.190.030 Action of review authority.
11.190.040 Time limit on approval of site plan review.
11.190.010 Purpose.
The purpose of a site plan review is to ensure that certain types of development and all development on sites containing, or within 200 feet of, unique or critical resources protect these resources to the extent possible, and that the public health, safety and welfare of residents of Ritzville is maintained. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.031, 2001).
11.190.020 Review process.
A. Site plan review shall be subject to a Type II review consistent with RCC 11.245.080.
B. A site plan review application shall include the following on plans that are drawn to scale:
1. The location and dimension of the lot(s);
2. Existing topography and natural features;
3. Existing and proposed structures and the proposed uses;
4. Proposed grading, drainage facilities, and location of storage, if applicable;
5. The location of existing and proposed roads, parking facilities, loading areas, curbs, drains, paving, sign and light pole locations, walls, fences, walks, approaches, and plantings within the area;
6. The location of existing and proposed water, storm, and sanitary sewer lines;
7. The nature, location, and dimensions of the critical resource area or floodplain area, if any, on or adjacent to the site;
8. All required technical reports prepared by experts with demonstrated qualifications in the area(s) of concern;
9. Drawings of proposed building elevations, noting material types and color;
10. Any additional information deemed necessary by the administrator or planning commission.
C. In the case of proposed development within the FM zone, the following shall also be provided:
1. Estimated flood elevation for a 100-year flood or the flood event having a one percent chance of occurring in any given year, as determined by the Flood Insurance Agency or a qualified professional engineer;
2. Elevation in relation to mean sea level of the lowest floor, including the basement, of all structures;
3. Elevation in relation to mean sea level of which any structure has been floodproofed. Where available flood data relates to depth of floodwaters rather than height above mean sea level, then the depth of the 100-year flood should be substituted for elevation data;
4. Certification by a registered professional engineer or architect that the floodproofing methods for any nonresidential structure meet the floodproofing criteria in Chapter 11.80 RCC;
5. Description of the extent to which any watercourse will be altered or relocated as a result of proposed development. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.032, 2001).
11.190.030 Action of review authority.
A. The planning commission may approve a site plan review 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 and the intensity/density of the proposed development.
2. The physical location, size, and placement of the development on the site and the location of the proposed uses within the project minimize impacts to any critical resource or floodplain area to the greatest extent possible or are compatible with the character and intended development pattern of the surrounding properties.
3. The project makes adequate provision for 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.
4. Public access and circulation are adequate to and on the site. In addition, the access and circulation allow for multiple forms of transportation.
5. Adequate setbacks and buffering have been provided. Any reduction to setbacks or buffer widths is the minimum necessary to allow for reasonable economic use of the lot and does not adversely impact the functional value of the critical resource area or adjoining land uses.
6. The physical location, size, and placement of proposed structures on the site and the location of proposed uses within the project are compatible with and relate harmoniously to the surrounding area.
7. The project adequately mitigates impacts identified through the SEPA review process, if required.
8. The project would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, or general welfare. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.033, 2001).
11.190.040 Time limit on approval of site plan review.
A. Authorization of a site plan review shall be valid for one year after the effective date, and shall lapse at that time unless a building permit has been issued and substantial construction has taken place.
B. The planning commission may extend the site plan review one year longer if it finds that the facts on which the site plan review is approved have not changed substantially. (Ord. 2041 § 1 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1024 § 11.05.034, 2001).