Chapter 17.22
BOUNDARY AND LOT LINE ADJUSTMENTS
Sections:
17.22.030 Application and fees.
17.22.040 Recordation required.
17.22.010 Purpose.
The purpose of boundary and lot line adjustments is to provide for minor alterations to the configuration or area of existing platted and unplatted lots in lieu of filing an application for subdivision or replat. (Ord. 98-005 § 4)
17.22.020 Approval required.
Boundary and lot line adjustments may be made in accordance with RCW 58.17.040(6); provided, that written administrative approval by the director of the department of community development, consistent with the provisions of SMC Title 20, is granted. All approved boundary or lot line adjustments shall ensure that:
A. No additional lot, tract, parcel, site or division is created;
B. No lot, tract, parcel, site or division which does not meet the building lot criteria for dimensions and area within a zoning district is created;
C. No lot line or boundary line subject to adjustment is realigned equal to or more than 90 degrees from its pre-existing configuration;
D. The total area involved in the lot line adjustment is no greater than one-half of the area of the largest lot to be adjusted;
E. The cumulative effect of the proposed boundary and/or lot line adjustment and all previous boundary and lot line adjustments involving any of the subject properties would not serve to erode the purpose of this title and Chapter 58.17 RCW;
F. No environmental impacts would occur from allowing the boundary line or lot line adjustment; and
G. The health, safety and welfare of the public will be protected. (Ord. 2011-017 § 2; Ord. 98-005 § 4)
17.22.025 Change in zoning.
If the net effect of a proposed boundary or lot line adjustment would create a change in zoning consistent with the standards of SMC 18.16.050, Boundary interpretation, then the application shall be docketed for review and approval consistent with the requirements for a Type III Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Chapter 18.88 SMC. (Ord. 98-005 § 4)
17.22.030 Application and fees.
Boundary and lot line adjustments are by application to the city. Fees will be paid consistent with Chapter 3.68 SMC, Rates and Fees. A preapplication conference may be required; refer to SMC 20.01.110. An application for boundary or lot line adjustment must include all materials specified in Table 17.12.020(A). (Ord. 2021-026 § 2 (Exh. B); Ord. 98-005 § 4)
17.22.040 Recordation required.
The approved boundary and/or lot line adjustment shall be prepared for recordation by a registered and licensed land surveyor. The final boundary and/or lot line adjustment shall include a certificate giving a full and correct description of the lands being adjusted as they appear on the map to be recorded, including the statement that the adjustment has been made with the free consent and in accordance with the desires of the owners. The final boundary and/or lot fine adjustment shall be reviewed and approved by the director of the department of community development prior to being recorded by the applicant with the county auditor. Copies of the recorded boundary or lot line adjustment shall be filed with the city clerk. (Ord. 2011-017 § 2; Ord. 98-005 § 4)